Corporate Insurance Manager (hybrid)

Manager Corporate Insurance

• We are looking to hire someone to work in our Columbus, Ohio office on a hybrid schedule (3 days/week)

• Hiring team is looking for a confident insurance professional with proven communication and interpersonal skills to lead this team.

Job Summary

The Manager Corporate Insurance is responsible for managing the NiSource Corporate Insurance Program in a fast-paced corporate risk management environment.

In this position the Manager will be expected to help develop the annual insurance retention and renewal strategy while liaising with all NiSource subsidiaries, corporate departments and insurance markets. 

This position will report directly to the Director, Corporate Insurance and will be expected to work with the Director to identify and evaluate the risks and exposure present within NiSource while recommending strategies to transfer this risk and its cost through insurance programs.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with Director, Corporate Insurance to establish corporate insurance program including the development of annual renewal and retention strategies.

• Manages the assessment and determination of coverage levels, negotiates policy terms and premiums and manages relationships with carriers and brokers.

• Assists in management of operational risk assessment projects.

• Consults with internal customers regarding insurance/risk management, loss financing solutions, and develops related policies and procedures.

• Manages process of quantifying loss while negotiating insurance recoveries on behalf of NiSource.

• Oversees the administration and delivery of all documentation related to insurance policies; including certificates of insurance database administration.

• Gathers underwriting data and completes renewal applications.

• Completes annual property valuation and related analysis.

• Reviews corporate insurance policies for compliance with renewal specifications.

• Responsible for casualty insurance policy maintenance including endorsements, amendments and receipt of original policy documentation.

• Assists Director in preparation of the Corporate Insurance Budget, and compliance with Financial Planning as requested.

• Monitors premiums and costs associated with the casualty insurance program. 

• Develops internal insurance cost allocation model and methodology. 

• Oversees corporate insurance invoice processing and payment.

• Works with Tax Department to ensure compliance on all applicable taxes related to placement of insurance.

• Provides guidance to operating company personnel and contract administrators regarding general insurance.

• Timely and accurate completion of NiSource annual insurance renewal process.

• Determination & implementation of retention strategy and captive administration.

• Key analytics around total cost of risk and exposure.

• Continual leadership development and development of direct report(s)

Required Qualifications for Position

• Bachelor’s degree from a four year, accredited college or university required.

• Minimum of eight years of insurance experience with an insurance carrier, broker or TPA.

• Working experience/knowledge in working with captive insurers and captive insurance programs.

• Working experience/knowledge in the management of large corporate insurance programs involving utility or energy related exposures.

• Ability to travel on business (minimal to 25%) required.

• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.

• Strong written and oral presentation skills.

• Ability to work under pressure.

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• Risk management experience is a plus.

• CPCU, ARM or other insurance designations or continuing education a plus.

• Financial reporting and analysis experience is a plus.

Disclaimer

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.​

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity 
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities. 

Salary Range*:

*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

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