Risk Management Specialist
It's not just about your career or job title It's about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it's for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you're in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
How Will You Make a Difference?
As a member of the Risk Management group, you will be responsible for supporting the company's insurance and risk management programs through detailed analysis, claims coordination, and policy administration. You'll work closely with internal departments, brokers, insurers, and third-party administrators to manage risk exposures and ensure proper insurance coverage. This role reports to the Sr. Manager, Risk Management and regularly prepares reports and presentations for senior leadership. Your work will directly contribute to the company's ability to manage risk effectively and operate securely across all business units.
What Do We Want to Know About You?
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Insurance, or a related field
5+ years of experience in insurance, risk management, or a related role
Strong understanding of insurance principles, policy structures, and claims processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and risk management software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision
What Will Your Typical Day Look Like?
Evaluate and manage corporate insurance programs, including property, casualty, liability, and specialty lines
Analyze risk exposures and loss trends to support insurance renewals and mitigation strategies
Maintain insurance policy documentation, certificates of insurance, and claims records
Coordinate with internal departments and external partners (brokers, insurers, TPAs)
Support claims management from intake through resolution
Prepare reports and presentations on insurance coverage, claims status, and risk metrics
Review contractual insurance requirements
Participate in risk assessments and enterprise risk management initiatives
Process invoices and prepare internal premium allocation schedules
Assist with global surety bond portfolio management and coordination
What About the Physical Demands of the Job?
Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer
Up to 20-25% global travel
Ability to communicate effectively via phone, video, and in-person meetings
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
This role is also eligible for a performance bonus. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
The salary range for this role is between $89,100.00-$126,900.00. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as : training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more.
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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