Nationwide · 5 days ago
Specialist, Loss Control
Nationwide is the 8th largest commercial carrier, and they are seeking a Specialist in Loss Control to provide risk management services for a large portfolio of complex accounts. This role involves conducting risk assessments, building strong relationships with customers, and providing consulting services to influence profitability and retention.
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Responsibilities
Provides risk management services for a large portfolio of complex accounts to influence profitability and retention. Creates and recommends service objectives based upon customer goals, risk assessment results and loss analysis
Meets with customers to identify hazards and exposures by conducting risk assessments to determine the effectiveness of controls and identify technically sound recommendations for risk improvement. Assigns an appropriate line of business rating based on professional judgment and company guidance
Researches customer operations, industry and technical information to prepare for site surveys, service work, meetings, presentations and projects
Builds the technical acumen to become a subject matter expert for a single line of business or practice
Builds and maintains strong relationships with customers, business partners, agents. Functions as an ongoing resource and contact person with a high level of expertise
Consults with customers, providing observations, solutions and support to meet business needs. Creates and recommends service objectives based on customer goal assessments and loss analysis. Identifies service opportunities based on loss trends and other data
Communicates technical information effectively both verbally and in writing through preparation of technical reports in a state-of-the-art workflow environment
Interacts with internal and external customers, leadership, peers and subject matter experts in a collaborative environment to gather and share information that helps our customers succeed
Performs and coordinates technical training for internal and external customers
Actively participates in career development activities and training
Qualification
Required
Multi-line commercial insurance industry experience to complete loss control surveys and provide ongoing consulting service to middle market commercial accounts
Experience in the manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, food services & accommodations and/or retail
Strong relationship, marketing and consulting skills to interact with underwriting, agents, members, managers, third parties and team members
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to operate a personal computer and other business equipment
Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
Bachelor's degree in safety, science, engineering, fire protection or construction management
Expectation of progress toward a professional designation, such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate in Risk Management (ARM) and others
Five to 10 years of commercial loss control or related experience
General knowledge of safety and risk management practices and principles, including regulatory (Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA], Department of Transportation [DOT], etc.) and national consensus standards (NFPA, etc.)
Understanding of the commercial insurance business process and the fundamental role of loss control in that process
Good verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels of internal and external contacts
Desire to learn, grow and develop skills
Ability to prioritize work and time
Ability to operate a personal computer and learn/use applicable systems
Must have a valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record in accordance with Nationwide standards
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in safety, science, engineering, fire protection or construction management
Five to 10 years of commercial loss control or related experience
General knowledge of safety and risk management practices and principles, including regulatory (Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA], Department of Transportation [DOT], etc.) and national consensus standards (NFPA, etc.)
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision
Life insurance
Short and long term disability coverage
Paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date
Nine paid holidays
8 hours of Lifetime paid time off
8 hours of Unity Day paid time off
401(k) with company match
Company-paid pension plan
Business casual attire
And more
Company
Nationwide
Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company based in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the United States.
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