Senior Risk Management Director - Biotech/Pharma

Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Risk Management Director to join a top biotech company on a full-time basis, reporting onsite 3 days per week.

This senior-level leader will set the strategic direction for enterprise risk management, corporate insurance, and organizational resiliency, supporting business objectives through proactive, risk‑informed decision‑making.

Responsibilities of the Senior Risk Management Director Include:

• Lead enterprise risk management strategy and execution
• Oversee Property, Casualty, and Management Liability insurance programs, including coverage negotiations, limits, and renewals
• Partner with business leaders to identify, assess, and mitigate enterprise and operational risks
• Ensure compliance with Clinical Trial Insurance SOPs
• Manage broker and insurer relationships
• Review contracts, leases, and clinical trial agreements for appropriate risk transfer and insurance alignment
• Lead business continuity and organizational resiliency programs, including plan testing and loss prevention initiatives
• Provide risk management expertise and guidance to senior leadership and stakeholders
• Lead and develop a high‑performing risk management team

Qualifications of the Senior Risk Management Director Include:

• 15+ years of risk management and/or commercial insurance experience with a Bachelor’s Degree ... (OR) ...13+ years with a Master’s Degree in business, finance, or risk management
• 10+ years in biotech or pharmaceutical environments, including global clinical trial risk strategy
• 5+ years in a leadership and/or people management role
• Expertise in commercial insurance, enterprise risk management, and organizational resilience
• Strong knowledge of contractual risk and indemnification in life sciences
• Ability to negotiate insurance policies and contract language
• Proven ability to engage executive leadership and deliver clear risk insights
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Additional (Preferred, NOT Required) Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree (MBA, JD, or equivalent)
• Certified Risk Manager (CRM)
• Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU)
• Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)
• Associate in Risk Management (ARM)
• Safety, loss prevention, and claims experience

Compensation of the Senior Risk Management Director Includes:

• Salary Range: $215,000.00 – $260,000.00 annually, based on experience and certifications
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, vacation, and sick leave
• Opportunity to join an organization with a pristine reputation, an extremely robust pipeline, and a strong commitment to its employees and the communities it serves

This job opens for applications on 1/23/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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