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Risk Management Analyst (Workers' Compensation)

Gallagher

  • San Jose, California
  • 30+ days ago
  • Remote
  • $80,000–$120,000 Per Year
  • Full-time

Highlights

As part of Gallagher, a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting, you’ll be joining a team that’s passionate about helping individuals and organizations thrive. This role focuses on leveraging data insights, strengthening compliance, and driving cost-saving strategies through effective claims management and risk mitigation practices.
Gallagher

Numbers & Facts

LocationSan Jose, California (
Remote
)
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryInsurance
Salary$80,000–$120,000 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1927
Websitehttps://www.ajg.com/

Description

Introduction:
At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.
 
Overview:

 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Risk Management Analyst to support our clients in optimizing their workers’ compensation programs. This role focuses on leveraging data insights, strengthening compliance, and driving cost-saving strategies through effective claims management and risk mitigation practices.

 

 

Keenan, now a part of Gallagher, is an insurance brokerage and consulting firm meeting the insurance needs of hospitals, public entities and California school districts. Keenan specializes in providing consulting services in the areas of: employee benefits, workers' compensation, loss control, financial, and property & liability.

 

As part of Gallagher, a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting, you’ll be joining a team that’s passionate about helping individuals and organizations thrive.

How you'll make an impact:

Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Analyze and manipulate raw workers’ compensation data to identify claim trends, patterns, and cost drivers
  • Develop and present statistical reports, dashboards, charts, and visual analytics to clearly communicate findings
  • Conduct periodic reviews of clients’ operational and financial program performance

Client Advisory & Program Improvement

  • Provide actionable recommendations and best practices to improve workers’ compensation outcomes
  • Support clients in enhancing return-to-work programs to reduce indemnity claim costs
  • Advise on compliance with FEHA and the Interactive Process for industrial-related disabilities, helping minimize legal exposure
  • Assist with integration of workers’ compensation and industrial accident leave programs (including Education Code benefits)

Medical Management & Network Optimization

  • Support implementation and expansion of medical provider networks, including communication and training of providers
  • Identify opportunities to increase PPO utilization and maximize cost savings
  • Assist clients in strengthening relationships with current medical providers or identifying new partners

Claims Collaboration & Risk Strategy

  • Collaborate with workers’ compensation claims teams to ensure proactive, effective claims management
  • Participate in file reviews to promote timely and appropriate claim resolution
  • Partner with internal teams to develop and execute Risk Improvement Action Plans (RIAPs)

Training & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Coordinate and deliver client training sessions, workshops, and regional symposiums on:
    • Workers’ compensation
    • Property & casualty risk
    • Medical cost containment
    • Risk management best practices
  • Serve as a Union Educational Ombudsman, supporting communication and education across stakeholders

Professional Development

  • Stay current on industry trends, regulations, and best practices through ongoing education and training

Additional Duties

Perform other duties as assigned

 

Compensation:

 

The target salary range for this position is $80,000 to $120,000 (US Dollar) annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. Remote work environment flexibility. 

About you:

 

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience with workers’ compensation claims or providing related consulting services
  • At least 2 years of experience in Risk Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong understanding of workers’ compensation laws and regulations is required
  • Property & Casualty Insurance background and/or a Self-Insurance Certificate are highly desirable
  • Knowledge of the Education Code as it relates to industrial accident leaves is a plus

Skills & Experience

  • Demonstrated, hands-on experience developing and implementing:
    • Return-to-Work programs
    • FEHA compliance and the Interactive Process
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into practical solutions
  • Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Proven leadership capabilities and a proactive, self-starter mindset

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable presenting to both small and large groups
  • Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to establish trust and credibility with clients and prospective clients
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment

Work Style & Environment

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities
  • Highly adaptable, flexible, and responsive to client and business needs

 

 

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Compensation and benefits:

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being 
  • Career development opportunities and ongoing learning 
  • A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership 
  • The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact 

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)

About Company

Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage and risk management services firm, helps clients address risk, protect assets and recover from losses. The products and services we provide keep businesses and institutions running, and enable individuals and families to rebuild their lives. Gallagher is the only insurance broker recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as a World's Most Ethical Company.

Gallagher provides retail and wholesale property and casualty brokerage, alternative risk transfer services, employee benefit consulting, and actuarial services. Gallagher also offers claims and information management, risk control consulting and appraisal services, human resource consulting, and retirement services.

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