Associate Risk Control Consultant in Cheshire

Position Overview

The associate risk control consultant evaluates our policyholders’ risk control environment from an all-lines perspective. Working under established procedure and guidance, they will facilitate on-site surveys and inspections with third party field representatives, identify risk exposures and analyze risk experience and program needs with our policyholders. This role will work closely with our internal insurance teams as a trusted advisor providing data-driven risk mitigation services and translating exposures into insights that inform underwriting decisions. They will also work closely with other members of the risk team for policyholder training and other HAI Group services as a part of the consultation process.

Essential Functions

• Identifies property and general liability concerns through third-party property inspection reports.
• Communicates, through reports or other means, identified life safety, operational, and property concerns to HAI Group’s Underwriting, Claims, Account Services departments and insureds.
• Collaborates with senior team members and management to create risk management educational materials, such as articles and templates to be shared with policyholders.
• Partners with risk control and other departments to facilitate risk/safety training and other services.
• Participates in on-site inspections, if needed.

Job Requirements

Required

• 0-2+ years’ experience in the risk control or safety field.
• Bachelor’s Degree in safety, engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA and NFPA standards.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel approximately 20% annually.
• Must be able to be on-site for two weeks for training upon hire in our Cheshire, CT office.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
• Self-motivated and highly organized.
• Effective meeting deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communicator.
• Possesses a high level of integrity.
• Willingness to learn and utilize best practices.

Preferred

• Associate in Risk Management (ARM), Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities (ARM-P), and/or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent.
• Experience with general liability and property insurance and other insurance coverages and applications.
• Experience with apartment real estate or public housing operations.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Inside climate-controlled office building.
• Prolonged sitting and using a PC.
• Travel ability.
• Ability to lift 25lbs.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Department Overview

The Risk Control and Consulting department is a customer-facing department that interacts directly with policyholders to help them better manage their risk. The department prides itself on its collaborative, team-oriented work environment and excellent customer service.

Company Overview

HAI Group® is the nation’s leading property-casualty insurance company founded by and dedicated to affordable housing organizations. While we are recognized as a pioneer of affordable housing insurance programs, insurance is not our only strength. We protect, preserve, and promote the sustainability of affordable housing with an array of products and services that support the challenges housing organizations face. Besides insurance, we offer risk management services, online training, and consulting services used by more than 1,500 housing organizations nationwide. Headquartered in Cheshire, Connecticut, HAI Group® was recognized as a Top Workplace from 2020-2025.

Cultural Objective

HAI Group contributes to a culture that creates a safe and healthy working environment and a space of inclusiveness and belonging for all by: exceeding our customers’ expectations, working collaboratively across the organization, embracing diversity, and demonstrating mutual respect and empathy.

HAI Group Benefits and Perks

• Bonus program eligibility.
• Annual merit increase program.
• Outstanding 401(k) plan with match and additional non-elective company contributions.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Generous paid time off including paid volunteer days and holidays.
• Medical, vision and dental Insurance.
• Company paid life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• HSA, and Health and Dependent Care FSA options.
• On-Site wellness: Full gym and locker rooms, private wellness room (featuring a massage chair, lounge area, vibration plate, and a refrigerator, with accommodations for use as a private lactation space), wellness initiatives, outdoor basketball and tennis/pickleball courts, walking trail, picnic pavilion area.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment program.
• Professional development.
• Community outreach.

HAI Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.