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Director of Risk Management

Inland Group, Oak Brook, IL, United States


The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, a diversified real estate, investment, and financial services organization, is seeking an experienced

Director of Risk Management

to lead and advance our enterprise-wide risk management strategy. This is a highly visible, senior-level role with broad exposure to executive leadership and multiple business lines across the organization.
Reporting directly to the

Chief Risk Officer, EVP , the Director of Risk Management will oversee complex insurance programs, captive operations, claims management, and key financial and strategic risk initiatives. Inland Risk Management operates as a shared service model, offering the opportunity to collaborate closely with leaders across the firm and influence risk strategy at an enterprise level.
Key Responsibilities

Lead the placement, structure, and ongoing management of complex

property & casualty insurance programs , including D&O/E&O, Cyber, EPL, Fiduciary, Crime, and Workers’ Compensation.
Oversee

claims management , ensuring effective resolution and cost control.
Manage and grow a

single-parent captive insurance program domiciled in Vermont , coordinating with brokers, captive managers, and internal stakeholders to maximize utilization and revenue opportunities.
Conduct comprehensive

risk assessments and enterprise risk analysis , identifying exposures and developing mitigation strategies.
Support and participate in

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

and

Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)

initiatives.
Develop and execute strategies for

collateral recovery , strengthening financial outcomes and reducing losses.
Perform

risk-related financial forecasting , providing insight and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
Participate in

group P&L reviews , analyzing trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
Serve as a key advisor to leadership on

insurance market conditions , coverage optimization, and cost containment.
Develop, implement, and maintain

risk management policies and procedures

in alignment with regulatory and industry best practices.
Act as a key member of the

Cyber Security Incident Response Team

and ESG committee.
Lead, mentor, and develop the risk management team, fostering professional growth and continuous improvement.
Perform supervisory duties including hiring, performance management, coaching, promotion, and disciplinary actions.
Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and compliance with all laws, policies, and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility

Directly supervises

two team members :

Administrative Assistant
Claims Specialist

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in

Risk Management, Finance , or equivalent professional experience required
Experience

10+ years

of progressive experience in

Risk Management, Claims, Loss Control, Insurance, and Financial Management
Demonstrated experience with

captive insurance administration

(required)
Licenses & Certifications

Property & Casualty License – required

(or able to obtain within 1 year)
ARM (Associate in Risk Management)

strongly preferred
Skills & Technical Expertise

Proficiency in

Microsoft Word and Outlook
Experience with

RMIS and TPA systems
Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence across diverse business groups
Why Join Inland

High-impact,

enterprise-level leadership role
Exposure to executive leadership and multiple business platforms
Opportunity to shape and grow a sophisticated risk function and captive program
Stable, well-established organization with a long-term view
Annual Base Salary Range: $145,567-$189,237. This position is eligible to participate in the company’s annual discretionary bonus program.
Inland offers a competitive range of

benefits

for eligible Full-time employees:
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (PPO)
Participation in the company 401(k) plan with a company match
Vacation Time, Nine Paid Holidays, Three floating holidays per year
Sick time
Company-paid life insurance equaling your annual base salary
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
We are a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment background checks and drug screening are performed on all new hires, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected classes.
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