Senior Analyst, Risk - Insurance

American Water

The Role

Overview

Manage and optimize corporate insurance programs and risk analytics.

Key Responsibilities

  • claim reporting
  • surety bond
  • policy review
  • coi management
  • budget forecast
  • data analytics

Tasks

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

Requirements

  • cpcu
  • arm
  • microsoft
  • ecarma/risktrac
  • master’s
  • 3-7 years

What You Bring

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

Benefits

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

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

Water Reuse Technology