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Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.
Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!
Benefits:
The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program
Job Description:
The Risk Manager, Global Insurance is responsible for managing the company’s global insurance portfolio, including risk identification, assessment, financing, and mitigation strategies. The role ensures the company maintains a comprehensive, cost‑effective global insurance program aligned with corporate objectives, regulatory requirements, and evolving risk exposures. The position partners closely with Legal, Operations, EHS, Facilities, Finance, HR, procurement, sales, and external brokers/insurers. This highly visible role requires strong analytical capabilities, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex risk concepts to senior leadership clearly and effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design, placement, renewal, and ongoing administration of the global insurance program, including property, casualty, auto, general liability, product liability, D&O, cyber risk, workers’ compensation, and specialty programs.
Partner with internal stakeholders and external brokers to evaluate corporate risk exposures, develop risk financing strategies, and ensure adequate coverage terms and limits across all global operations.
Manage all claims activities, including directing third‑party administrators, coordinating internal fact‑gathering, and reporting claims trends and losses to leadership.
Support enterprise risk management (ERM) by contributing insights on insurable risks, loss prevention initiatives, and risk mitigation strategies.
Collect and validate underwriting data, financial information, asset values, operational details, and documentation required for global insurance renewals.
Analyze exposure data, premiums, loss history, and benchmarking to identify trends and recommend improvements.
Develop presentations for senior management, Treasury leadership, and the Board regarding insurance updates, renewals, claims activity, and risk profile trends.
Maintain relationships with insurance carriers, brokers, consultants, and other external risk partners.
Ensure accurate budgeting, accruals, and forecasting for insurance costs across the global portfolio.
Serve as internal subject matter expert on insurance-related issues, providing guidance to business partners worldwide.
Support audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance obligations related to risk, insurance, and claims.
Perform ad-hoc risk assessments, scenario modeling, and special projects as required.
Key Performance Measures:
Effectiveness and cost-efficiency of global insurance placement and program structure
Claims management cycle time, quality, and financial outcomes
Accuracy of forecasting, budgeting, and renewal data submissions
Internal stakeholder satisfaction and responsiveness
Quality of analysis, reporting, and insight provided to senior leadership and the Board
Competencies and Behaviors:
High ethical standards with strong judgment and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially
Strong organizational and planning abilities, with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Intellectual curiosity with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders, including executive leadership
Professional demeanor with strong relationship‑building skills across functions and geographies
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business, Accounting, or related field
5+ years of relevant experience in corporate risk management, insurance brokerage, or insurance underwriting
Strong understanding of global insurance markets, risk financing concepts, and claims processes
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, CoPilot) for analysis and presentations
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel to global sites
Experience:
Demonstrated experience managing or supporting complex corporate insurance programs
Experience with data analysis, loss modeling, and large‑scale risk assessments
Proven ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and influence without authority
Familiarity with Treasury, Legal, EHS, and operational risk environments
Scope Factors:
Works cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders across global operations
Handles complex analytical work requiring strong technical skills and business judgment
Influences significant corporate spending related to insurance premiums and retained risk
Supports oversight of companywide insurable risk exposure
Single contributor role who influences executives across the business and manages relationships with insurance brokers and carriers
Travel or Physical Demands:
Up to 25% domestic and global
Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
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