Senior Risk Management Director - Biotech​/Pharma

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.

• 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 relationships
  
  Review 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

• 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

• 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

• Salary Range: $ – $ 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.