Dir - Risk Management

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Risk Management leads enterprise-wide risk management by overseeing insurance programs, claims, and litigation to protect the company’s financial and operational stability. It involves developing and implementing cost-effective insurance coverage and risk financing strategies to reduce liability exposure. The position manages claims and litigation processes to ensure fair resolutions, minimize legal risks, and uphold the company’s reputation. It also integrates proactive loss prevention measures and structured claims protocols to enhance risk mitigation efforts. A key focus is on forecasting financial risks and creating contingency plans to preserve organizational assets. Additionally, the role supports regulatory compliance and operational resilience through strategic risk assessment and response planning. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Insurance & Financial Risk Control

• Ensure the company maintains financial stability and optimizes insurance coverage to mitigate liability exposure.

• Focus on risk financing strategies, cost-efficient policy management, claims optimization, and forecasting financial risks to safeguard the organization’s assets.

Claims Management & Litigation Oversight

• Oversee the claims process, ensuring fair settlements, legal risk mitigation, and strategic litigation management to protect the company’s financial stability and reputation.

• Integrate structured claims protocols, preventative legal strategies, and cost-efficient dispute resolution practices to minimize exposure.

Strategic Risk Management & Loss Prevention

• Establish a comprehensive enterprise risk strategy designed to anticipate, assess, and mitigate risks across all facets of transportation and storage operations.

• Ensure financial stability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

• Proactively address emerging threats.

Management & Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervise risk management team, ensuring strong governance and collaboration across departments.

• Achieve employee satisfaction within risk through strategic leadership.

• Establish a monthly executive risk report, providing clear insights and actionable recommendations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in risk management, finance, business administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

• 10+ years of experience in risk management, insurance, or regulatory compliance, preferably in transportation and storage industries.

• Expertise in risk modeling, insurance procurement, financial risk assessment, and contract analysis.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills with experience in vendor management, regulatory agencies, and legal teams.

 

Benefits

At PODS, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the well-being of our team members and their families. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and holidays

• Employee assistance program

• Opportunities for career growth and development

• And more!

 

For candidates residing in California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington; the pay range for this roles is $175,000-$200,000 depending on qualifications. 

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of work performed; the level of knowledge and skills typically required; and usual working conditions of this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive listing of all requirements or responsibilities that may be required by employees in this job.           

Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer

PODS Enterprises, LLC is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. We will not discriminate unlawfully against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any term or condition of employment based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, place of birth, military service status, or other basis protected by law.