RSM US

Senior Associate, Risk Consulting (Insurance)

RSM US • $77K — $146K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in business, accounting, engineering, or related discipline
  • 2+ years of experience in the insurance industry, ideally as an internal auditor or management consultant
  • Experience leading projects across different business areas in the insurance sector
  • Proficiency in standard office software tools (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations)
  • Preferred certifications include ARM, CRM, CPA, CIA, CFE, PMP
  • Willingness to travel as necessary to meet client demands
  • Established experience specifically in the financial services and insurance industries

Responsibilities

  • Model RSM's core values in all client and team interactions
  • Provide technically sound risk consulting strategies and internal controls expertise
  • Lead client engagement through all project phases, from initiation to completion
  • Manage multiple projects effectively while setting clear communication and expectations
  • Utilize knowledge of the insurance landscape to advise clients on best practices
  • Communicate with management and clients, developing a professional executive presence
  • Collaborate and train less experienced team members, fostering a supportive work environment

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Discretionary bonus eligibility based on performance
Full Job Description
The Position

Due to rapid growth of our Financial Services Risk Consulting practice within the insurance industry and the evolving risk landscape of our clients, RSM is seeking a highly motivated senior consultant to lead teams of risk consulting professionals in addressing our clients' needs.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Associate in the Financial Services Risk Consulting (Insurance) practice at RSM, you'll be asked to consistently:
  • Model the core RSM values of respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence and stewardship in all interactions with clients and team members
  • Demonstrate your ability to:
    • Provide subject-matter expertise in risk consulting strategies and internal controls
    • Lead client engagement activities through the project lifecycle from initiation to close-out, including conducting risk assessments and client walkthroughs, preparing and reviewing work product, helping with process redesign and preparing client deliverables
    • Manage projects to successful completion through clear communication, expectation setting with stakeholders, deadline management, and within applicable resource and economic requirements.
    • Support multiple client projects simultaneously, while actively contributing to internal initiatives such as talent, practice, and business development
    • Leverage your understanding of the insurance industry and trends to effectively communicate leading risk management practices as your clients' trusted advisor
    • Communicate effectively with your internal management team and develop executive presence through interactions with senior management within RSM and our clients
    • Support our people - work collaboratively with others and provide on the job training to develop team members
    • Support our clients - conduct yourself in a professional manner and develop meaningful relationships with client personnel in order to maximize client value


Position Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in business, accounting, engineering or related discipline.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience working in the insurance industry as an internal auditor, controls specialist, claims specialist, underwriting specialist, management consultant with a minimum of 1 year at a public accounting or professional services firm.
  • Experience with leading projects across the three lines of defense and with various lines of business (e.g. CFO group, operations (claims, product, underwriting, actuarial) data, technology, regulatory compliance, risk management, internal audit)
  • Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation creation tools
  • Job relevant certification (e.g., ARM, CRM, CPA, CIA, CFE, PMP) preferred
  • Ability to travel to meet client needs.
  • Established experience in the financial services industry with a focus on insurance


At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $77,700 - $146,900

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

About RSM US

RSM US is a leading provider of audit, tax, and consulting services to middle market companies in the United States. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and has more than 90 offices across the country. RSM US is a member of the RSM International network, which is the sixth largest network of independent audit, tax, and consulting firms in the world. The company's services include audit and assurance, tax, consulting, risk advisory, transaction advisory, and wealth management. RSM US serves clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, real estate, and technology.
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