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Sr Risk Control Specialist Property

Employer
Travelers Insurance
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
Not Specified
Closing date
Sep 5, 2019

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

Job Details

Company Information
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.

Job Summary
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.)

Marketing Description
We have an exciting opportunity due to continued growth in our National Property business for a Sr. Property Risk Control Specialist (HPR). The position includes technical field work and property account management and will work directly with our large property accounts and underwriting business partners to write and retain profitable business. This is a high visibility role and offers the prospect to work in our collaborative culture. The position affords the opportunity to conduct property assessments, provide consulting expertise and technical guidance for large property in Illinois and upper Midwest US.


Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities
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.

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

Education, Work Experience & Knowledge
8 or more years of Property/ Highly Protected Risk (HPR) skills and experience preferred. Exceptional technical and interpersonal skills preferred. Technical training experience preferred.

Job Specific & Technical Skills & Competencies
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.

Environmental/Work Schedules/Other
Environmental Exposure to Dirt, Dust, Fumes, Smoke, Gases, or Other Irritating Substance (Occasionally) Exposure to Variable Weather Conditions (Occasionally) Other Travel (Occasionally)

Physical Requirements
Operates standard office equipment (Frequently) Sitting (Can stand at will) (Frequently) Standing (Frequently) Climbing unprotected heights (ladder, rooftop, stairs, loading dock (Occasionally) Use of Keyboards, Sporadic 10-Key (Frequently) Driving (Occasionally) Walking in plant environments, including uneven surfaces, and for durations up to 4 hours. (Occasionally)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.
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