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Job Description
Senior Director of Risk at MSI Company Senior Director of Risk at MSI Company in Fort Lauderdale, Florida Posted in about 3 hours ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
The Senior Director serves as a trusted advisor to business unit leadership, partnering closely to enable informed decision-making and drive operational success. This role emphasizes building strong, collaborative relationships across the organization to embed risk awareness into day-to-day business activities while ensuring risk management practices are practical, value-driven, and aligned with business priorities. The Senior Director provides leadership to multiple risk management functions and works cross-functionally to ensure risk strategies effectively support growth and performance.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and execute comprehensive enterprise risk management strategies aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices Lead and mentor a team of risk management professionals across multiple disciplines including Contractor controlled insurance programs and risk business partners. Establish risk governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent risk assessment and treatment across the organization Oversee the identification, quantification, and prioritization of strategic, operational, financial, and compliance risks Serve as a trusted advisor to business unit leaders by providing risk insights, guidance, and practical solutions that support operational and strategic decision-making Partner closely with business units to proactively identify risks and opportunities, ensuring risk management practices enable-not hinder-business performance Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across business units to foster a culture of risk awareness and shared accountability Embed risk management professionals within or alongside business units to enhance alignment, responsiveness, and value delivery Collaborate with internal audit, legal, finance, and operations teams to integrate risk management into business processes Facilitate cross-functional engagement to ensure risk considerations are incorporated into planning, project execution, and performance management Present risk assessments, emerging risk trends, and mitigation recommendations to executive leadership and the Board of Directors Lead the annual risk assessment process and strategic risk planning sessions Act as a liaison between risk management and business leadership to ensure clear communication, alignment of priorities, and effective escalation of key risks Promote a customer-focused mindset within the risk function, ensuring services are tailored to meet the evolving needs of business units Primarily office-based role with hybrid/remote flexibility; occasional travel up to 25% for site visits, industry events, and stakeholder meetings Standard business hours with flexibility to support extended hours during audits, risk events, and key strategic initiatives Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Risk Management, or related field required Master's degree (MBA, MS in Risk Management) strongly preferred Professional certifications such as ARM (Associate in Risk Management), CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter), FRM (Financial Risk Manager), or CRM (Certified Risk Manager) highly desirable Minimum 10-12 years of progressive experience in risk management, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles Demonstrated expertise in enterprise risk management frameworks and methodologies Proven track record of building and leading high-performing risk management teams Experience in energy, commodity, or related industries strongly preferred Background in insurance program design, claims management, and regulatory compliance Strategic thinking and business acumen with ability to align risk management with organizational objectives Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making approach Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with ability to translate complex risk concepts for diverse audiences Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement abilities, with a demonstrated ability to build trust and influence across all levels of the organization Ability to act as a strategic partner to business units, balancing risk mitigation with business enablement Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering practical, solutions-oriented risk support to internal stakeholders High emotional intelligence and interpersonal effectiveness to navigate complex organizational dynamics Proficiency in risk assessment tools, quantitative analysis methods, and risk management information systems High ethical standards and professional integrity Project management and cross-functional collaboration skills Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards
