Manager, Risk & Insurance (w/ Underwriting Experience)

Why Messer?

Messer is the world's largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on.

The true strength of Messer is our people-at every level and in every role.

Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care.

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter.

Principal Responsibilities

• Manage Americas annual insurance program renewals by working internally with cross-functional teams and with insurance broker
• Perform underwriting data validation to verify accuracy and completeness of data and data sources
• Employ analytics in the benchmarking of retentions, deductibles, and limits of liability
• Proactively manage risk exposures and help mitigate loss frequency and severity
• Advise business on insurance-related matters based on data analysis
• Provide/maintain annual insurance budget
• Develop and maintain relationships with insurance broker and periodically monitor performance
• Collaborate and work effectively with internal teams and with global group insurance
• Develop/provide periodical reporting and metrics and assist with risk valuation
• Perform ad-hoc projects as necessary and draft/implement policies and procedures
• Help department in implementing risk management/RMIS tool and utilize the tool effectively

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree, preferably in Insurance & Risk Management, Finance, or other quantitative field
• Insurance or Risk management certification (CPCU or IRM) a plus
• 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in insurance
• Demonstrated knowledge of casualty, property, workers' compensation, auto, cargo, rolling stock, D&O, EPL and other insurance coverages
• Knowledge of captive insurance programs a plus
• Analytical, with ability to use data to drive desired results and support intelligent risk taking
• Strong business acumen as well as understanding of risk assessment methodologies
• Hands-on, results driven with strong project management skills
• Ability to challenge status quo, drive change where appropriate, and adjust to changing priorities
• Detail-oriented with excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills
• Goal-oriented, demonstrates the ability to manage workload when conflicting priorities exist
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and knowledge of ERP and RMIS systems
• Bilingual skills in Portuguese and/or Spanish a plus

About Messer:

Messer's safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization - the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different.

If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030.

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