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Silver Spring, MD - $215k - $260k Full Time Posted by: Piper Companies Posted: Monday, 26 January 2026
 
 

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 relationshipsReview contracts, leases, and clinical trial agreements for appropriate risk transfer and insurance alignment
  • Lead business continuity 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
  • 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

Job opens on 1/23/2026. Applications will be accepted for 30 days from posting date.

Silver Spring, MD, United States of America
Science
$215k - $260k
Piper Companies
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1/26/2026 5:57:33 AM
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