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Wilks Brothers, LLC · 1 day ago

Head of Risk

DFW Metroplex

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Wilks Brothers, LLC is a multifaceted, family-based partnership headquartered in Cisco, Texas, and they are seeking a Head of Risk to lead the risk management function across the enterprise. This role is responsible for providing strategic leadership on risk management, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering a strong risk-aware culture throughout the company.

ConsultingInsurance

No H1B

Responsibilities

Identify key risks across operational, financial, strategic, regulatory, and cybersecurity areas

Provide strategic guidance to the executive team and Board on risk matters

Lead risk assessment and mitigation strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals

Oversee the risk reporting process to internal stakeholders and regulators

Manage captive insurance program and recommend opportunities to further develop the program

Advise Wilks Brothers management on insurance procurement and coverages under current policies, as well as answer general questions on insurance compliance issues regarding client properties

Alert management to potential coverage gaps and areas of emerging need, while assessing and evaluating risk tolerance levels

Maintain an up-to-date understanding of industry risks and best practices

Lead internal risk reviews, audits, and stress testing activities

Manage a lean and high-performing risk team, ensuring continuous development

Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Finance, Human Resources, Safety, and Operations to embed risk awareness and practices across the enterprise (portfolio of companies)

Ensure the enterprise risk management (ERM) framework and policies are current with industry standard(s) and aligned with the enterprise or specific business unit’s strategic goals and objectives

Serve as the point of contact with regulatory bodies regarding risk-related topics

Execute administrative duties such as obtaining COI’s from GC’s, applications, and claims reporting and tracking

Qualification

Risk ManagementRisk FrameworksLeadershipProfessional CertificationsAnalytical SkillsBusiness AcumenCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Minimum 10+ years of insurance risk management experience within large holding company structure, insurance brokerage, or other corporate entity with sizeable assets

Experience with at least 5 in a leadership role is preferred

Deep understanding of risk frameworks (e.g., COSO, ISO 31000), regulatory requirements, and governance

Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills

Experience working with executive leadership and boards of directors