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[Remote] Assistant Vice President, Risk Control Operations

Remote · Germany Full-time

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Gallagher is hiring an Assistant Vice President to lead its Risk Control team and oversee service delivery across a network of branches. The role focuses on operational excellence, client relationships and business development, and talent development.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and oversight for a team of Risk Control professionals and program coordinators, ensuring the consistent delivery of defined service offerings and operational excellence
  • Proactively manage, monitor, and measure team performance through established productivity, quality, and service metrics
  • Lead and drive best practices while identifying opportunities for process improvements, operational efficiencies, and scalable solutions
  • Oversee workload distribution and resource allocation for field associates and coordinators to ensure optimal service delivery and effective utilization of talent
  • Serve as a key escalation point for complex client issues, operational challenges, and personnel matters, providing timely resolution and strategic guidance
  • Build and maintain strong partnerships with clients, carriers, captive insurance programs, and internal stakeholders
  • Manage relationships with key captive clients and other strategic accounts, addressing operational concerns and developing solutions to support long-term client success
  • Oversee the assessment process for prospective captive members, including scheduling, coordination, and management of Risk Control evaluations
  • Manage captive member contract renewal activities and ensure timely execution of renewal strategies
  • Partner with Sales and Account Management teams to support business development initiatives, participate in sales presentations, and assist with proposal development and client retention efforts
  • Collaborate with Sales, Service, Account Planning, and Claims Advocacy teams to develop cross-functional solutions that enhance client outcomes and drive business growth
  • Provide direct leadership for the Risk Control team, including talent acquisition, onboarding, coaching, performance management, development planning, and employee engagement
  • Develop future leaders through mentorship, succession planning, and targeted professional development opportunities
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous learning

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years' experience as a safety/risk/loss control consultant in the insurance broker or carrier environments, or as a safety technician/manager in private industry
  • Strong knowledge of federal and state safety codes and standards including OSHA, EPA, and/or DOT requirements
  • Prior experience designing and implementing productivity and Risk Control & Safety Services improvements
  • Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to inspire, develop, and lead high-performing teams
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, competing demands, and complex client issues simultaneously
  • Proven problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in fast-paced, evolving environments
  • Forward-thinking and progressive leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation
  • Growth-oriented mindset with a passion for driving operational excellence, client satisfaction, and business development
  • Strong technical knowledge and experience in EHS, safety, risk control, risk management, loss prevention, occupational safety, or a related field
  • Experience managing client relationships, business development activities, sales support, and proposal preparation
  • Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills
  • A demonstrated willingness and desire to assume increasing leadership responsibilities, with the potential to advance into broader regional leadership roles
  • Associate in Risk Management (ARM), Associate in Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • 5+ years' experience leading a team preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree in Occupational or Industrial Safety, Fire Protection, Risk Management

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
  • Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
  • A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
  • The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
  • Fully remote work

Company Overview

  • Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting firm, serves communities around the globe, helping clients address risk, protecting assets, and recovering from losses. It was founded in 1927, and is headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.ajg.com/.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Gallagher has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 34 in 2026, 58 in 2025, 31 in 2024, 32 in 2023, 45 in 2022, 36 in 2021, 15 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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