Risk Analyst

Lyft
New York, NY
On-site

In the 12 months to 30 Jun 2026, Lyft filed 1 H-1B position titled "Senior Fraud and Risk Analyst". Source: U.S. Department of Labor, LCA disclosure data. A record of filings already made, not a commitment to sponsor.

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with commercial insurance experience who can balance detail-oriented work with a fast-paced environment, and who are comfortable with in-office collaboration in New York, NY.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 4+ years of P&C insurance experience and a background in risk management or brokerage
    — “Minimum of 4 years of experience in P&C at an insurance carrier, broker or risk management role”
  • Individuals who can act as a bridge between internal teams and external insurance partners
    — “working with a broad range of teams internally as well as our broker and carrier partners”
  • Candidates who thrive in a collaborative, in-office environment and are passionate about ridesharing innovation
    — “excited to join a dynamic and growing team”

Things to consider

  • Requires in-office presence 3 days per week, which may limit remote flexibility
    — “work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays”
  • Hybrid roles allow for up to 4 weeks of remote work annually but not more
    — “hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in managing insurance renewals and negotiating coverage terms
    — “Manage and/or assist in the renewal cycle for select commercial insurance programs”
  • Emphasize ability to act as an insurance subject matter expert and advise on risk assessments
    — “an insurance subject matter expert and advise internal teams on potential risks and insurance coverage requirements”
  • Showcase administrative support experience with insurance documentation and compliance
    — “Provide administrative support for insurance programs including assistance on certificates of insurance”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • managed insurance renewals
  • advised on insurance coverage
  • negotiated insurance terms
Typical background
4+ years of experience in P&C insurance

Skills & requirements

Required

Commercial InsuranceRisk ManagementInsurance NegotiationBroker And Carrier RelationshipsContract ReviewAdministrative Support

Preferred

Innovation

Stack & domain

Risk ManagementCommercial InsuranceInsurance ProgramsNegotiationDocumentationCommunicationPresentationOrganizationAttention To DetailProblem SolvingInsuranceFinanceRisk Assessment

About the role

Original posting from Lyft

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.

The Risk team at Lyft is committed to innovative and evolving insurance solutions to accurately address our exposures. The Risk Analyst role will facilitate the placement of select commercial insurance programs by working with a broad range of teams internally as well as our broker and carrier partners. We are looking for a candidate with a strong understanding of commercial insurance that is excited to join a dynamic and growing team.

Responsibilities:

Manage and/or assist in the renewal cycle for select commercial insurance programs 

Act as an insurance subject matter expert and advise internal teams on potential risks and insurance coverage requirements for company initiatives

Maintain relationships with broker and carrier partners

Review and negotiate insurance terms in contracts

Document and track coverage structures and rates

Provide administrative support for insurance programs including assistance on certificates of insurance, renewal submissions, policy and form reviews, and stewardship meetings

Experience:

Minimum of 4 years of experience in P&C at an insurance carrier, broker or risk management role

Bachelor or equivalent degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Insurance or a related field

Great communication and presentation skills

Strong organization and time management skills

Balance attention to detail with fast-paced Lyft environment

Passionate about Lyft and ridesharing

Highly innovative

Benefits:

Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled

Mental health benefits

Family building benefits

Child care and pet benefits

401(k) plan with company match to help save for your future

In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off

18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible

Subsidized commuter benefits

Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership

Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid

The expected base pay range for this position in the New York City area is $98,000 - $122,500, not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

Source: Lyft careers

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