Vice President of Risk Management - Entertainment

Overview

Lead global risk strategy to protect people, assets and reputation in live entertainment

Key Responsibilities

• risk framework
• insurance programs
• event risk
• contract risk
• risk advisory
• claims management

Tasks

-Lead the global risk management function, establishing frameworks that identify, assess, and mitigate operational, financial, safety, and reputational risks. -Design and manage comprehensive insurance programs covering general liability, event cancellation, business interruption, and workers’ compensation. -Oversee event-specific risk programs for major live events and venues, including crowd safety, security, and emergency response protocols. -Provide guidance on contract risk, indemnification, and insurance provisions for large-scale partnerships and vendor agreements. -Advise leadership and the Board on emerging risk trends, compliance developments, and enterprise risk initiatives. -Partner with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure risk mitigation strategies align with business goals and regulatory requirements. -Lead claims management processes, ensuring timely reporting, investigation, and resolution of incidents.

Requirements

• arm
• mba
• insurance
• crisis response
• risk leadership
• collaboration

What You Bring

-Professional certifications such as ARM, CRM, FRM, CPCU, or CEM preferred. -Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred). -Strong background in insurance program management, crisis response, and regulatory compliance. -15+ years of progressive risk leadership experience, including experience within live events, sports, or entertainment industries. -Proven ability to lead in high-pressure, fast-paced environments with sound judgment and collaboration.

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About Cobalt Recruitment

-Founded with a mission to connect exceptional talent with leading employers in the built environment. -Renowned for tailored recruitment services across construction, property, and energy. -A trusted partner for both candidates and clients with deep industry expertise. -Specializes in sectors such as construction, energy, engineering, and infrastructure, bringing high-caliber professionals to the table. -A consistent player in the recruitment space, helping shape successful projects across residential, commercial, and industrial domains. -Track record spans the successful delivery of projects from large-scale developments to niche, technical roles. -Knows their sector-specific needs and consistently matches candidates with the right opportunities.

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