
Director of Loss Control
- Mobile, AL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Visionary leader who reshapes how safety and loss control integrate into AEU's broader strategy.
- Modern, forward-thinking mindset that balances consultative, relationship-driven approaches with fresh ideas, technology, and data-driven decision-making.
- Driver of cultural change, redefining how safety is perceived, implemented, and valued at AEU and among our customers.
- Collaborator across all departments (Claims, Underwriting, MDs, AEU LEAD, etc.) to consider how safety and loss control can be integrated into all facets of AEU's operations.
- Effective communicator and change agent, able to advocate for strategic shifts while keeping the team engaged.
- Established reputation in the industry, capable of influencing conversations (internally and externally) on safety and loss control.
- Clear differentiation of AEU's loss control approach from competitors.
- Reduction in incident frequency and severity rates among high-touch or more challenging accounts.
- Adapting services to meet the needs of a diverse customer base both in industry and size.
- Recognition of AEU as an industry leader in modern, data-informed, and strategically focused loss control initiatives. Clear demonstration of loss control's contribution to overall claims reduction.
- Increased customer retention and engagement through loss control initiatives.
- Visionary leadership that fosters continuous growth and development of existing talent while actively recruiting dynamic and innovative new talent.
- Strategic Leadership & Team Development (50%)
- Develop and execute a modern, data-driven vision for loss control that aligns with AEU's overall business strategy.
- Integrate loss control with claims and underwriting to proactively identify risks.
- Explore technology, predictive analytics, and behavioral safety models to elevate AEU's loss control services.
- Rethink how AEU packages and delivers loss control services, ensuring they remain relevant and impactful for our diverse customer base.
- Develop and coach the Loss Control Managers by providing vision and leadership (not just oversight).
- Lead cultural change initiatives to help customers see loss control as a business decision, not just compliance.
- Identify new ways to demonstrate AEU's differentiation in safety, whether through proprietary methodologies, tools, or partnerships; avoid “repackaging” old ideas.
- Customer & Industry Engagement (25%)
- Build strong customer relationships while introducing fresh approaches to safety consulting.
- Ensure that AEU is thoughtful about the services offered to all customers and that they are valuable to both large, safety-mature customers and smaller, mid-sized companies that may need more guidance.
- Engage in hands-on leadership with strategically selected tag-along loss control visits.
- Elevate our National Safety and Claims Forum to be more interactive, cutting edge on technology and the known as the industry leader for education and networking.
- Operational Excellence (25%)
- Lead the assessment of client worksites to identify hazards, analyze risk, and recommend corrective action.
- Design and implement safety programs that meet regulatory standards (OSHA) and industry best practices.
- Monitor incident trends through data analytics, leveraging insights to improve programs and resource allocation.
- Oversee loss mitigation initiatives that reduce claim frequency and severity.
- Ensure consistent compliance across all regulatory bodies and maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving safety legislation.
- Develop performance dashboards and KPIs to track the effectiveness and ROI of safety initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in Safety, Risk Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive leadership experience in loss control, workplace safety, or risk management, with strong knowledge of workers' compensation.
- Demonstrated expertise in OSHA and other federal and state safety standards.
- Strong experience with claims analysis, risk modeling, and leveraging analytics for decision-making.
- Proven success managing cross-functional teams and driving organizational change.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across all levels.
- High proficiency in safety-related technologies, dashboards, and data visualization tools.
- Preferred certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate in Risk Management (ARM), Certified Risk Manager (CRM).
- Must be willing and able to maintain a frequent travel schedule to support client engagements and fulfill leadership responsibilities.