Are you a Risk Manager looking to make an impact in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment? Join our team and play a key role in supporting growth, strengthening risk management practices, and helping drive long-term success.
The Company:
SSI Fire & Safety is a dynamic and rapidly expanding mid-sized holding company specializing in the Fire Life & Safety business. We have aggressive growth targets that we aim to meet through a mix of high organic & inorganic growth. Our organization currently consists of two operating companies - State Systems Inc. and Integrity Fire Safety Services - and we anticipate expanding our portfolio to include additional subsidiaries through strategic acquisitions. Our nationwide workforce of approximately 650 employees delivers critical fire protection and life safety services. To learn more, visit us here.
Location of Position:
Houston, TX
The Position:
The Risk Manager is responsible for administering and managing the company's insurance programs, workers' compensation claims, and vehicle claims. This role serves as the primary point of contact for risk-related matters across the organization, working cross-functionally with Human Resources, Safety, Operations, and external adjusters and vendors to minimize risk exposure and ensure timely, effective resolution of claims.
Position Responsibilities:
- Manage the company's insurance program, serving as the primary liaison with brokers, carriers, and agents.
- Lead the annual insurance renewal process, including negotiating coverage terms, pricing, and policy conditions.
- Respond to internal and external requests for certificates of insurance and endorsements.
- Manage all aspects of workers' compensation claims from initial report through closure.
- Partner with HR and Safety to investigate incidents, gather documentation, and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
- Monitor open claims, track return-to-work status, and partner with HR on coordination of light-duty or modified-duty arrangements where applicable.
- Identify trends in workers' compensation claims and work with Safety to develop proactive loss prevention strategies.
- Maintain accurate records of all vehicle incidents, claims, and repair activity.
- Work with operations and fleet management to address recurring vehicle risk issues.
- Manage general liability claims from initial report through resolution, tracking status, and reserves.
- Provide regular updates to leadership regarding open claims, and handle coordination with third-party adjusters and legal counsel as needed.
- Identify trends in general liability claims and recommend risk mitigation strategies to reduce future exposure.
- Manage property damage claims from initial report through settlement and restoration completion, ensuring the company maintains accurate records and documentation.
- Work with facilities and operations to identify and address recurring property risk issues and support loss prevention efforts.
- Assist in the collection, tracking, and reporting of safety and loss statistics across the organization.
- Maintain accurate records supporting OSHA recordkeeping and other regulatory reporting requirements.
- Prepare periodic reports and dashboards summarizing claims activity, loss trends, and risk metrics for leadership.
- Support the Safety team with administrative functions as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Risk Management, Finance, or a related field, a plus
- Five (5) plus years of experience in insurance, risk management, or a related field required
- Working knowledge of commercial insurance programs, including general liability, property, auto, and workers' compensation required
- Experience managing workers' compensation claims and working with adjusters and carriers, preferred
- Experience with fleet or vehicle claims management, preferred
- Familiarity with OSHA recordkeeping requirements and safety data reporting, a plus
- Experience working in a multi-location or field-based organization, a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to travel 20% - 30%
Desired Skills and Competencies:
- Written and verbal communication skills
Why Should You Apply?
- Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
Interested?
- Apply today and let us know why you would be a great fit for our Risk Manager position!
SSI Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected status established by federal, state, or local laws.