Safety and Loss Control Consultant - Insurance

Headquartered in the Central Florida city of Lakeland, Summit employs over 700 office and field associates at its main location and regional offices in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Gainesville, Georgia. As the people who know workers’ comp, we strive to provide an atmosphere of constant growth and development for our employees.   Summit provides workers’ compensation programs and services to thousands of employers throughout the Southeast.   Summit is a member of Great American Insurance Group, a company that focuses on building relationships and linking people to various career paths. Whether it’s underwriting, claims, accounting, IT, legal, or customer service, Great American Insurance Group combines a small-company entrepreneurial atmosphere with big- company expertise.

At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• This position is a field role within the Columbia/Charleston, SC territory.
• Conducts complex risk assessments for insured properties and operations to inform underwriting decisions.
• Identifies potential risk exposures and formulates strategic recommendations to mitigate identified risks.
• Interprets and analyzes loss data to identify trends and implements tailored client loss prevention programs.
• Provides advanced technical guidance and conducts training for clients on safety practices and regulatory compliance.
• Monitors the effectiveness of loss control measures and makes strategic adjustments to enhances outcomes as needed.
• Delivers joint marketing presentations in collaboration with underwriting, claims, and sales to accounts and agents. 
• May have responsibility for performance and coaching of staff and may have a participatory role in decisions regarding talent selection, development, and performance management for direct reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management and Insurance, Safety Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.

Experience: Generally, a minimum of 9 years of experience in loss control, risk management, or a related field within the property and casualty insurance industry. Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate in Risk Management (ARM), Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS), Certified Safety and Health Management (CSHMS), Associate Loss Control Management (ALCM) or Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST).

Scope of Job/Qualifications: Works on assignments of moderate to higher technical and logistical complexity. Displays advanced analytical, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills. Maintains advanced knowledge of company policies and industry laws and regulations. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and results-oriented consultative skills. Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to analyze situations, identify problems, and develop effective solutions.

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We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.

Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.

*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.