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Insurance Manager

Merus
  • Cincinnati, Ohio
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    Job Description

    INSURANCE MANAGER
     
    Why Merus?
    Merus brings more than 130 years of commercial real estate experience to the construction, development, ownership, and management of a diverse portfolio of assets across a growing footprint in the eastern U.S.
     
    We’re all owners here. That shared ownership shapes how we work, make decisions, and support one another. Every team member is expected to take responsibility, follow through, and contribute to the success of our projects, partners, and company.
     
    We were named a Deloitte U.S. Best Managed Company, recognizing how private companies are run across strategy, execution, culture, and financial discipline. That same standard shows up in how teams are supported, decisions are made, and the business continues to scale.
     
    Learn more about our culture at www.merus1894.com.
     
    Summary of Responsibilities
    The Insurance Manager is responsible for the management of our insurance program with a concentration on maintaining compliance with trade partners, evaluating insurance coverages, pursuing risk transfer strategies.   Works in close collaboration with operations/project management, safety, human resources, legal, finance, and estimating.
     
    Essential Job Functions
    • Develop and lead review and decision-making process on subcontractor insurance coverage issues and coverage level determinations.
    • Review, initiate, and direct insurance coverage and pricing, including project-specific insurance policies and comprehensive corporate-level policies.
    • Manage relationships between the company, insurance brokers, and surety companies to facilitate the placement of insurance policies and bonds and notify insurance brokers of potential claims.
    • Handle external and internal claims management efforts, including internal communications and external communications with brokers, insurers, and attorneys.
    • Oversee annual renewal of insurance programs.
    • Cultivate relationships within the construction insurance industry to stay abreast of insurance products, issues, and pricing.
     
    Essential Competencies
    • Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
    • Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
    • Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
    • Manages Conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
    • Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
    • Develop collaborative relationships and credibility with employees at all levels of the organization.
    • Serve as the trusted advisor and business partner.
    • Develop, apply and utilize metrics to measure outcomes.
    • Provide clear direction, accountability, and follow-up.
     
    Qualifications and Experience
    • Minimum 2-5 years of experience in insurance and risk management.  Knowledge of Construction or Real Estate insurance preferred
    • Bachelor's degree or combination of post-secondary education and experience
    • Highly process-oriented; able to develop, initiate, and closely monitor processes
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Proficient critical thinking skills
    • Experience working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
     
    Safety Hazard of the Job
    Normal safety hazards associated with office work, and with occasional observational visits to construction sites.
     
    Physical Demands
    Low physical effort required to sit, stand at files, bend, stoop, lift, and walk.  Maximum unassisted lift is 35 lbs.  Average lift is less than 10 lbs.  Requires ability to use a keyboard and monitor.  Also requires the ability to communicate verbally, both in person and on the telephone.  May require some travel by car.
     
    Environmental Requirements
    Average inside office environment.  Average office noise levels.  No personal protective equipment is required.  Ambient temperature is between 68F and 76F.
     
    This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description is not a contract or offer for employment, and either you or Merus may terminate employment at any time for any reason.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCincinnati, Ohio
    Websitehttps://www.merus1894.com

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