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Sr Risk Control Specialist Property

Employer
Travelers Insurance
Location
Naperville, Illinois
Salary
Not Specified
Closing date
Jul 27, 2019

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Category
Claims, Operations, Risk Management
Job Type
Not Specified
Career Level
Not Specified

Job Details

Solid reputation, passionate people and endless opportunities. That's Travelers. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



Under general direction, responsible for the ownership of the Property Technical Discipline in Assigned Territory, which includes: Conducting quality Risk Assessments, assisting customers with Loss Control, providing consultation to Staff and Business Partners, and helping identify needs for Technical Training of Regional Specialist Consultants (RSCs), and Staff in assigned territory. This job serves as a technical resource to Risk Control Consultants and Underwriters and as a mentor to others. As a Senior Risk Control Specialist, has the ability to handle the most complex assignments based on technical complexity, customer service expectations, high challenge, high visibility, etc. Exhibits exceptional technical skills as well as above average interpersonal skills, training ability, etc. Ability to handle some duties of the Technical Director (e.g. job assignment responsibilities in the Director's absence, meeting attendance.) This position influences but does not manage others. This job does not manage others This job works under General Direction: Establishes procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives in a broad area of work. Generally final results are reviewed. (Typically applies to a manager or expert/top level professional.)

Conducts specialist Risk Assessment surveys at complex applicant or written client locations to determine potential hazards/risk factors and controls at the request of customers or to assist in underwriting/risk selection. Documents findings and recommendations to Account Executives and/or clients. Consults with clients on ways to control hazards in order to reduce or mitigate losses. Exhibits the ability to come up with technically correct yet flexible solutions to meet Travelers as well as the Client's needs. Influences clients to implement recommendations. Serves as a technical expert resource to Risk Control Consultants and Underwriters. Builds and maintains productive relationships with underwriting and service teams assigned to business units, with the broker/agent community, with Claim, with other Risk Control staff, and with clients. May conduct research for underwriters or clients on class of business, operations, or any other technical subject requiring similar analysis. Maintains current knowledge of regulatory environment and emerging issues in the technical specialist discipline. Function as an Account Consultant for certain National Property accounts. Maintains timely, relevant communications with Technical Director, Field Management and Risk Control staff. Perform other duties as assigned.

8 or more years of Property/ Highly Protected Risk (HPR) skills and experience preferred. Exceptional technical and interpersonal skills preferred. Technical training experience preferred.

Communication: Makes complex technical information and recommendations understandable and clear to audiences with varied levels of technical knowledge. Influences others to take action on recommendations. Listens effectively. Strong written communication skills. Business Knowledge: Understands insurance products, services, and risk selection practices. Fully understands Risk Control performance standards, policies and procedures. Technical Expertise: Demonstrated expertise / command in technical specialist discipline. Has working knowledge of relevant Risk Control computer systems applications. Customer Service: Balances customer expectations and expense constraints. Builds credibility with internal and external customers. Creates customer satisfaction by demonstrating the value of risk control services. Resource Management: Continually assesses workload in light of business priorities; directs own efforts accordingly. Identifies methods for improving personal productivity. Makes sound judgments about appropriate service levels for customers.

Degree in Fire Sciences or an engineering discipline required. 5 years' experience in Property Loss Prevention/Risk Control required.

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.
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