Manager, Insurance & Risk Services

**Position Type:** Regular Full Time (RFT) **Closing Date:** November 20, 2026 **Salary/Wage Range:** $114,971.00 - $143,713.00 **Working for the City of Burlington** A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow. We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership. **Type of Vacancy** ------------------- Existing Vacancy **Hours of Work** ----------------- 35 hours per week **Department** -------------- Legal **Salary Range** ---------------- Grade K ($114,971 - $143,713) (Under Review) **Location** ------------ This position is eligible for a hybrid work model. When attending an event or meeting in person, your primary office location will be based out of SIMS Square at 390 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Effective September 2027, this role will be required to be on site 50% of the time each month. **Position Overview** --------------------- Reporting to the Deputy City Solicitor, the Manager, Insurance and Risk Services leads the City’s insurance and risk management programs to protect municipal assets and reduce liability exposure. The Manager develops and implements insurance coverage strategies, oversees claims made against the City, and provides advice on risk prevention, mitigation and transfer. Working collaboratively across departments and with external partners, this role supports informed decisions, effective risk controls and fiscally responsible outcomes. The section is currently undergoing a transformation. As part of this transition, the role will assume day-to-day leadership and oversight of section staff, including assigning work, coaching and developing employees, and managing performance. **Responsibilities** -------------------- * Develops and implements the City’s insurance program and coverage strategy, evaluates cost-effective insurance coverage for municipal assets and operations, and prepares annual insurance reports to City Council. * Coordinates and attends municipal property inspections to support asset valuations, identify exposures and recommend risk controls. * Develops and implements corporate risk management programs, policies and procedures to identify, assess and address operational, financial and emerging risks. * Reviews contractual insurance and risk transfer provisions, and advises departments on appropriate measures to manage liability exposure. * Oversees claims made against the City from initi