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Executive Search Consultant, Human Capital Advisor & Recruitment Partner
Sector: Transport & Logistics
Role Focus: Oversee corporate insurance strategy, risk management, and compliance for a self-insured organisation, ensuring financial resilience and regulatory alignment.
Role Snapshot
* Strategic leadership of self-insurance and corporate risk programs within a large, complex organisation
* Responsibility for governance, compliance, and financial performance of insurance portfolios
* Senior stakeholder engagement across finance, legal, and operational teams to drive risk mitigation strategies
About the Company
A leading organisation in the logistics sector with a significant national presence, this company operates a self-insured model to manage corporate risk efficiently. The organisation is committed to strong governance, financial stability, and delivering innovative risk management strategies. Employees benefit from a highly professional and collaborative environment, career development opportunities, and exposure to industry-leading corporate risk frameworks.
About the Role
This role is responsible for the management and continuous improvement of the company's self-insured corporate insurance programs, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, financial objectives, and enterprise risk strategies. The position requires a deep understanding of corporate insurance within a large-scale business environment and the ability to engage with senior executives on risk and compliance matters.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee all aspects of the company's corporate insurance portfolio, including self-insurance programs, risk transfer strategies, and claims management
* Ensure compliance with regulatory and financial reporting requirements for self-insurance programs
* Develop and implement risk financing strategies that optimise coverage and cost efficiency
* Manage relationships with insurers, brokers, legal advisors, and external regulatory bodies
* Provide expert advice to senior executives on insurance-related financial exposures and risk mitigation strategies
* Lead insurance claims management, ensuring effective negotiation, reporting, and settlement processes
* Monitor and analyse emerging risks, regulatory changes, and market trends to adapt corporate insurance strategies
* Work closely with finance and legal teams to integrate insurance considerations into broader corporate risk frameworks
* Oversee reporting and performance analysis of insurance programs, ensuring ongoing effectiveness and alignment with business objectives
* Enhance governance processes and risk management protocols to strengthen financial resilience
* Lead internal education and training initiatives on insurance risk, compliance, and claims processes
* Drive continuous improvement in insurance program structures, leveraging industry best practices and data-driven insights
* Represent the company in regulatory discussions and industry forums related to corporate risk and self-insurance frameworks
Skills & Experience
* Extensive experience managing corporate insurance programs, including self-insurance, within a large corporate environment
* Strong understanding of risk financing, claims management, and regulatory compliance in the Australian insurance landscape
* Demonstrated ability to engage with senior executives and influence corporate risk decision-making
* Proven expertise in negotiating with insurers, brokers, and regulatory authorities
* Strong financial acumen with experience managing insurance budgets, reporting, and risk forecasting
* Strategic mindset with the ability to drive continuous improvement in insurance and risk governance frameworks
* Tertiary qualifications in risk management, finance, law, or a related discipline
Benefits and Career Opportunities
* Competitive remuneration package with long-term career development pathways
* Leadership role within a major corporate environment with exposure to executive-level decision-making
* Opportunity to shape risk management strategies for a self-insured organisation
* Collaborative and high-performing workplace culture focused on governance and financial resilience
* Access to industry-leading risk management tools and resources
How to Apply
Submit your CV and a detailed summary of your experience managing self-insured corporate insurance programs within a large corporate environment.
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