About the Role
HUB International is seeking a Strategic Risk Advisory Lead to help clients connect enterprise risk to strategic decision-making. This role leads end-to-end advisory engagements, builds trusted relationships with senior executives and Boards, and translates complex risk analysis into practical, strategy-driving recommendations. The successful candidate will also help grow HUB's advisory practice through business development and mentorship.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end strategic risk advisory engagements, guiding clients through risk assessment, quantification, and strategy development to drive measurable business outcomes.
- Present engagement findings, risk insights, and recommendations directly to senior executives and Boards, translating technical analysis into clear strategic guidance.
- Facilitate change management initiatives across the three lines of defense, strengthening the connection between risk management and organizational strategy.
- Design and deliver risk programs for clients across industries, applying quantitative and qualitative analysis across professional liability, general liability, cyber, and other exposures to reduce total cost of risk.
- Drive business development for the Risk Advisory practice, identifying new opportunities and collaborating across HUB’s capabilities to design tailored client solutions.
- Build and maintain trusted, long-term client relationships through active listening, transparency, and tailored advisory approaches.
- Provide formal and informal leadership to consulting team members, including direct reports and coaching to consultants at varying career levels.
- Develop governance models and risk and controls frameworks (e.g., ISO, COSO) aligned with industry best practices and regulatory expectations.
- Represent HUB at industry conferences and speaking engagements, positioning risk as a strategic enabler for clients across sectors.
- Collaborate with insurance markets and internal partners to negotiate and structure solutions that meet client risk and strategic objectives.
Requirements
- 8+ years of progressive experience in risk consulting, insurance brokerage, or enterprise risk management, ideally within a professional services or brokerage environment.
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree in business, finance, or a related field; underwriting or actuarial background considered an asset.
- Demonstrated experience presenting to senior executives and Boards, with strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven track record of business development success, including meeting or exceeding revenue targets within a consulting or advisory practice.
- Working knowledge of risk and governance frameworks (e.g., ISO 31000, COSO) and enterprise risk management best practices.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and coaching consultants across a range of career levels.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategic recommendations.
- Familiarity with insurance industry lines of business (e.g., professional liability, general liability, cyber) and related risk quantification methods.
- Professional designations such as CRM, CIP, or FCIP considered an asset.
- Bilingual (English/French) considered an asset for national or Quebec-facing engagements.
- 7-10 years of relevant experience.
Skills
- Risk quantification
- Governance review
- Change management
- Risk assessment
- Strategy development
- Executive communication
- Stakeholder management
- Business development
- Client relationship management
- Leadership
- Coaching
- Governance models
- Risk and controls frameworks
- Quantitative analysis
- Qualitative analysis
- Insurance industry knowledge
Location
- North America
Work Type
- Full-time
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 8+ years
- 7-10 years
Education Level
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree
- Professional designations such as CRM, CIP, or FCIP considered an asset.
Salary/Compensations
- Base salary $120,000 to $150,000 plus commissions
- Total compensation will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous time-off policies
- HUB-sponsored training programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Reimbursements for professional licensing and membership fees
- Special discounts on events, travel, accommodations, and personal home & auto insurance
- Extended health benefits
- Disability insurance
- RRSP matching
- Paid-time-off benefits
- Eligible bonuses for some positions
About the Company
- HUB International is a premier insurance brokerage with an expansive network, powered by over 20,000 dedicated professionals across 500 offices in North America.
- Our values and vision can be explored at: https://www.hubinternational.com/en-CA/about-us/.
- At HUB International, service defines who we are. This dedication extends not only to our clients but also to our employees and the communities we’re proud to support.
- Our regional offices are actively engaged in local initiatives, reflecting our commitment to giving back and making a meaningful difference.
Equal Opportunity
- If you require assistance or accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know—we’re here to support you.
- At HUB, building an inclusive workplace isn’t just part of what we do—it’s at the heart of who we are.
