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Senior Analyst, Risk - Insurance

American Water

The Role

Overview

Manages insurance program operations, renewals, data analytics, and risk contracts.

Key Responsibilities

  • coi management
  • claim reporting
  • surety automation
  • budget forecasts
  • acquisition insurance
  • data analytics

Tasks

-Certificate of Insurance (COI) Requests: Manage the internal COI process by: -Reporting on claim metrics: Workers’ Compensation, General Liability, Auto Liability, Property, etc. -Lead all aspects of automating the end-to-end Surety Bond request process driving efficiencies in partnership with internal partners, external brokers, and other subject matter experts. -Allocations, Budgets, and Forecasts: Support in all aspects of financial reporting including: -Tracking Total Cost of Risk (TCOR): Premiums, Retained Losses, Professional Fees, Miscellaneous Expenses. -Developing and maintaining allocations, budgets, and forecasts. -Track surety bond issuance activity and identify opportunities to close bond obligations, ensuring billing is properly administered. -Manage Insurance for New Acquisitions: Continuously monitor the new acquisitions pipeline (and impending divestitures) to onboard (or dissolve) insurance coverages for newly acquired or dispositioned entities in alignment with the Insurance department’s three long-term goals through engagement with internal business partners, insurance brokers and other advisers: -Ensuring all acquisitions activity is tracked and reported timely to the broker to prevent potential gaps in coverage. -Special Projects and Other Tasks: Assist and/or lead special projects as needed such as: -Acting as a point of contact for the Company’s insurance brokers for all insurance-related concerns. -Assist the Sr. Manager, Insurance (or Director, Insurance) in all ad-hoc tasks related to the Surety Bond Program management. -Ensuring accuracy in any financial data provided internally or externally. -Assist the Sr. Manager, Insurance (or Director, Insurance) in performing all necessary tasks as they pertain to insurance coverages related to acquisitions or dispositions. -Drafting renewal proposals for management approval. -Review acquired entities’ insurance policy terms and conditions including key changes pertaining to Change of Control provisions. -Presenting findings to key stakeholders at all levels within the organization. -Maintain Property Statement of Values (SOV). Update for acquisitions & dispositions and reporting to property insurers -Lead all components of the invoice payment process related to the insurance function. -Contract Review: Assist in the contract review process by: -Responding timely to internal and external requests for COIs and ensuring accurate COI issuance. -Manage Insurance for New Acquisitions -Partner with various internal matrix partners (such as Legal, Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Business Development) to recommend exceptions and waivers to standardized insurance contract terms. -Insurance Renewal Support: Support the development, implementation, and administration of company’s insurance programs through the following: -Confirming any insurance required of American Water adheres to internal guidelines, industry standards, and existing insurance programs. -Creating and leading the implementation of process improvements for the insurance function -Assisting in the completion of applications, underwriting submissions, and renewal presentations. -Drafting renewal planning reports for management. -Providing input on overall insurance purchasing strategy. -Respond to internal requests related to the allocation & budgeting. -Ensuring that the company adequately transfers risk based on the scope of the agreement. -Assisting in the claims management function. -Data Analytics: Assist in developing the data function within Insurance department by performing tasks such as: -Managing the COI self-issuance process with the company’s insurance brokers. -Collecting and validating insurance exposure data. -Providing key feedback and new ideas related to the overall risk and insurance management of American Water

Requirements

  • arm
  • cpcu
  • ecarma
  • risktrac
  • 3-7 yrs
  • microsoft

What You Bring

-The right candidate will have the internal drive to learn and grow their career in risk management and insurance. -Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or similar certification. -Ability to work collaboratively with people at all levels in an organization. -Familiarity with external regulatory compliance (e.g., Contractual compliance) -Proficiency with Microsoft products and knowledge of eCARMA and RISKTRAC or other analytical claims software. -Excellent presentation skills -3-7 or more years in insurance company, broker, or corporate risk transfer function -Understanding of Property, Casualty, and Financial Lines of insurance. -Knowledge of insurance markets and industry trends. -Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management and Insurance, Finance, Analytics, or similar areas. -Up to 10% - nationwide. -Broad understanding of insurance policy coverages, terms, conditions and exclusions. -Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) or similar designation. -Experience with contract reviews, insurance certificate management, and data analysis. -Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations and tariffs applicable to utilities. -Master’s degree in a relevant field is advantageous. -Knowledge of and experience with water utility and related services business risks is preferred but not required. -Familiarity with internal regulatory compliance (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley, Internal Audit). -Excellent written & verbal communication skills. -Structured problem-solving approach with demonstrated aptitude for analytical and conceptual problem-solving. -Experience with underwriting or similar corporate functions within the insurance industry or in a similar industry.

Benefits

-Surety Bond Program Management -Hybrid (HQ - Camden, NJ) -Insurance Renewal Support

The Company

About American Water

-Provides vital water and wastewater services, ensuring communities have access to clean water. -Has a long history of managing water infrastructure in partnership with municipalities. -Recent projects include modernizing infrastructure, expanding service coverage, and improving water treatment facilities. -Known for innovation in water management, offering sustainable solutions to modern water challenges. -A trusted provider for residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the U.S.

Sector Specialisms

Water Quality

Wastewater Service

Infrastructure

Water Treatment

Water Distribution

Water Testing and Analysis

Water Resources

Regulatory Compliance

Water System Maintenance

Pipeline Systems

Water Supply

Environmental Protection

Water Sector Workforce

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