We are currently seeking a Risk and Insurance Specialist for a local authority on a 12 month interim contract.
Manage and direct the staff within Insurance services and to ensure the achievement of the objectives set out in the Risk Management and Insurance Service Plan.
Develop, implement and review the policy relating to Risk Financing, encompassing the businesses insurance programme and risk self-retention strategy in order to protect the assets and liabilities of the business.
Lead on the development and implementation of its Risk Management Strategy
Lead on the provision of Risk Management Training
Provide specialist advice and consultancy on Risk Management, Insurance and Liability issues
Coordinate the Risk Management Register
Manage and coordinate the Risk and Insurance financial responsibilities
Lead the management of the insurance and risk service The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:
Advanced knowledge and understanding of Risk Management and Insurance practice, principles, and procedures and their application to the specific requirements of the Public Sector
Detailed knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of legal liability claims against Local Authorities, and the requirements of the related Civil Procedure rules and litigation process
Extensive insurance experience and it's application to the requirements of the Public Sector
Experience of claims handling within the Public Sector
Management and supervision of staff
Associate of the Chartered Institute of Insurance (ACII) or equivalent The role will be a mixture of home based working and office attendance as needed by the business.
Day rate: Please apply today for immediate consideration