Company: Sovereign Insurance
Department: Risk Engineering
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
Work Model: Remote-Based
Language: English is required, French is an asset.
Additional Information: This/these role(s) is/are currently vacant
The Opportunity:
At Sovereign Insurance, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Co-operators General Insurance Company, we believe leadership is shaped by purpose, collaboration, and meaningful contribution. When you grow, we grow — your success crowns ours.
We value diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who lift others up. Here, your initiative matters, and your efforts help build the resilience of the Canadian businesses and communities we serve.
That shared commitment strengthens our culture and moves us forward — together. That’s the Crown Effect.
The Senior Risk Specialist collaborates with the National Resource Practice underwriting group specializing in large and complex Energy risks. This role focuses on Oil and Gas production facilities across upstream and downstream sectors, Mining Operations underground and above ground, Power Generation, Course of Construction, Pulp & Paper and Renewable Energy technologies. The role identifies and quantifies risk exposures and improvement opportunities, sharing expertise internally and with clients while maintaining strong relationships focused on risk reduction and customer service. The Senior Risk Specialist provides technical leadership, coaches and mentors the Risk Engineering Services team, and delivers timely, professional risk engineering support to underwriting under established standards.
How you will create impact:
- Conducting comprehensive risk evaluations through site surveys and file reviews to identify loss exposures, hazards, controls, and regulatory compliance, and producing detailed risk assessment reports to support underwriting risk selection and pricing decisions.
- Consulting with clients, brokers, and underwriters on loss control and prevention practices, collaborating on fact finding, and developing aligned, practical risk mitigation solutions.
- Providing consultative risk improvement services by reviewing and updating loss prevention procedures, completing safety consultations, and developing actionable recommendations and improvement plans.
- Serving as a subject matter expert in risk management practices, industry trends, and emerging developments, and contributing expertise to the design of risk engineering protocols and services.
- Supporting the development and enhancement of risk engineering programs and value-added services by providing operational input, participating in pilots, and contributing technical expertise to initiatives.
- Developing and delivering technical training materials, library articles, and education sessions for clients, brokers, underwriters, and internal teams.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, internal staff, and external service providers to ensure timely, cost effective, and high quality service delivery.
- Providing professional guidance, technical advice, and mentorship to underwriters and risk engineering colleagues, supporting quality of work and shared team objectives.
- Maintaining current knowledge of underwriting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, while actively participating in industry associations, meetings, and reporting activities.
To join our team:
- A degree or diploma in Engineering, Applied Science, or a related field, combined with a minimum of 15 years of relevant insurance industry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Professional designations including Chartered Insurance Professional and Canadian Risk Management.
- Technical knowledge and coursework related to fire protection, building construction, sprinkler systems, industrial processes, product and premises liability, life safety, security systems, and fleet safety.
- Strong understanding of risk management practices, loss prevention methodologies, and evolving industry trends, with the ability to assess complex exposures and recommend effective mitigation strategies.
- Demonstrated analytical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making capabilities, supported by strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Well developed written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer service skills, enabling effective collaboration with clients, brokers, underwriters, and internal partners.
- Proficiency in using technology and digital tools to support risk analysis, reporting, documentation, and efficient service delivery.
- Proficiency in both English and French is essential to the main duties in this role, including servicing and communicating primarily with majority anglophone and francophone clients, groups, and teams. The essential non-French duties are not assignable to adjacent or other team members.
How you will succeed:
- You thrive on delivering our exceptional client experience through positive and engaging relationships; embracing accountability to achieve effective results.
- You ensure your day to day actions are in harmony with the company’s purpose, vision, and values even when challenged.
- You are open and adaptable to changing conditions with a natural curiosity to explore new opportunities or innovations.
- You value cooperative and collaborative dialogue because diverse perspectives offer more creative and productive solutions.
What you need to know:
- You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.
- Potential exposure to conditions that require health and safety protection, such as chemicals, noise, dust and debris.
- Frequent movement, moderate exertion and the ability to lift or move up to 20 lbs is required.
- Requiring regular travel and possession of a personal vehicle along with a valid driver’s license and appropriate insurance.
- Detail oriented work that requires a high degree of mental concentration for extended periods of time.
What’s in it for you?
- Room to grow with confidence — build your career, contribute your ideas, and see the impact of your work.
- A culture that values you — inclusive, collaborative, and respectful, where different perspectives are encouraged and heard.
- Rewards that recognize you and the work you do - competitive salary and variable compensation, benefits and pension, paid time off, development and recognition programs.
- Support for your well-being — a holistic approach to physical, mental, social, and financial wellness.
- Pride in purpose — being part of a Canadian organization dedicated to protecting Canadian businesses and the communities they serve while giving back through volunteering, donations, and national initiatives that help build a more sustainable future.
Expected salary/hourly range $131,124 - $218,540
The salary amount for the successful candidate is determined by Sovereign in its discretion and will vary depending on several criteria including but not limited to: local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualification, experience and education.
Employees may also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn additional compensation tied to individual and/or business performance, or other business metrics.
