Risk Manager
US-CO-Greenwood Village
Merrick & Company
Req #: 8209
Type: Regular Full-Time
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Overview: Merrick & Company, an employee-owned international Engineering and Architectural firm, is seeking a Risk Manager to work at our headquarters in Greenwood Village, Colorado. A hybrid schedule will be supported. Annual salary range for this position is $125,000 - $155,000. Pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience. Responsibilities: Strategic Risk Leadership * Lead enterprise-wide risk management initiatives, including development and implementation of long-term risk mitigation and transfer strategies. * Serve as a senior advisor on contractual risk matters, guiding project teams and leadership on complex negotiations and risk exposure. Insurance Program Oversight * Direct the structure, renewal, and optimization of Merrick's corporate insurance program, including broker and carrier relationships. * Lead high-level presentations and negotiations with underwriters, ensuring alignment with corporate risk appetite and coverage needs. * Evaluate emerging risks and recommend insurance solutions to address evolving exposures. Regulatory & Compliance Management * Ensure full compliance with licensing, certifications, and regulatory requirements across all jurisdictions. * Oversee the accuracy and timeliness of SAM registrations, client representations and certifications, small business reporting, and other compliance submissions, ensuring strategic alignment and data integrity. * Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on corporate risk posture. Reporting & Analytics * Lead the development of risk-related reports and dashboards for executive leadership. * Analyze risk trends and provide actionable insights to inform decision-making. Stakeholder Engagement * Build and maintain strategic relationships with clients, regulators, insurers, and internal stakeholders. * Represent Merrick in external risk forums, industry groups, and regulatory discussions. * Mentor and guide junior and mid-level staff in risk management practices and professional development. Communication & Influence * Communicate complex risk concepts to executive leadership, legal counsel, and external stakeholders and serve as a corporate spokesperson on risk and insurance matters with clients, regulators, and industry groups. * Build trust across all levels of the organization and externally through transparency, credibility, and strategic insight, treating all information as sensitive and in a confidential manner. * Facilitate alignment between legal, operational, and financial teams on risk-related decisions. Enterprise Risk & Contract Strategy * Design and govern enterprise-wide risk management frameworks and contract governance models. * Lead cross-functional risk assessments and contract audits to identify systemic vulnerabilities. * Develop and implement strategic risk transfer mechanisms, including innovative insurance solutions. * Oversee integration of contract and risk management systems with enterprise platforms (e.g., ERP, ). * Advise executive leadership on emerging risk trends and regulatory changes impacting business strategy. Leadership, Innovation & Organizational Impact * Drive continuous improvement in contract and risk processes through data, technology, and change leadership. * Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams, including legal, finance, and operations staff, championing a culture of accountability, resilience, and ethical decision-making. * Shape organizational policy on risk, compliance, and insurance using industry expertise and benchmarking. * Represent Merrick in industry forums, regulatory consultations, and strategic client engagements. Qualifications: * Graduate from an accredited risk management and insurance school or bachelor's degree in related field. * Ten years of insurance industry experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Business-oriented mindset with the ability to align legal and risk strategies with organizational goals. * High attention to detail and strong organizational skills. * Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
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