Analyst, Global Risk Management & Risk Finance

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Risk Finance & Insurance Support / Analytics:

• Support in the collection, validation, and analysis of underwriting data for annual insurance renewals across all global programs; coordinate with Manager, Global Risk Management & Risk Finance and cross‑functional partners to assemble deliverables and support renewal submissions and carrier meetings.

• Support analysis of insurance program performance, including premiums, retentions, total insured values (“TIV”), exposure changes, and loss forecasts.

• Maintain and validate exposure inventories (stores, DCs, fleet, property, payroll, sales, etc.) to ensure accuracy and completeness for insurance renewals.

• Conduct benchmarking of insurance limits, deductibles, and program structures.

• Maintain and update various insurance schedules as changes occur for monthly reporting requirements and upload departmental information monthly into RIMS system.

• Process monthly chargebacks to stores based on insurance claim activity and late claim submissions.

Claims Financial Analytics & Reporting:

• Partner with the Claims Oversight vertical to analyze loss runs, trends, severity, frequency, allocated loss adjustment expense (“ALAE”) performance, and reserve movements.

• Produce monthly dashboards and reports that integrate claims, exposure, and insurance cost data.

• Identify anomalies, patterns, and emerging risks; escalate statistical information and insights to Manager, Claims leadership, and the broader Risk Management and Legal teams; provide standardized reports to management.

• Assist in scorecard creation for third party administrator (“TPA”), carriers, and internal service levels.

Data Management, Systems & Process Improvement:

• Support administration of risk systems (e.g., RMIS, incident tracking, analytics platforms).

• Standardize datasets, perform data hygiene audits, and build automated reporting solutions.

• Assist with documentation of data processes, mapping, and integrations across departments.

• Coordinate loss control inspections and communicate results and recommendations to store & distribution locations.

Financial Modeling & Decision Support:

• Build and maintain models for retention analysis, deductible evaluations, and insurance program scenario testing.

• Support forecasting for premium accruals, cost allocations, and budgeting.

• Conduct ad hoc analyses related to risk finance strategies, property valuations, or limit adequacy.

• Prepare, review and coordinate the payment of all premium billing ensuring proper account allocation (expense, prepaid, accrual, etc.), and assist with the month-end account reconciliation process.

• Process monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and other accounting functions. Prepare audit information for year-end reconciliation with insurance carrier auditor; meet with auditor to complete audit; review audit for accuracy.

Program Management & Cross-Functional Support:

• Assist in process redesign efforts to streamline exposure collection, claims flow, or reporting cadence.

• Partner with Safety, Legal, HR, Operations, and Finance on risk‑related data requests and insights.

• Monitor and maintain Certificate of Insurance (COI) records, including reviewing COIs for Merchandise and Third‑Party vendors to ensure compliance with company requirements.

• Monitor the Risk Management mail and email inbox, ensuring timely responses and coordination with internal teams and external partners.

• Maintain Certificate of insurance issuance to evidence our coverage for Landlords, marketing, contractors, and contract requirements. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree

• 1-3 years experience in Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Insurance, Claims Analytics, or a data-driven role.

• Microsoft Outlook

• Microsoft Word

• Microsoft Access             

• Microsoft PowerPoint

• Microsoft Excel (strong proficiency – pivot tables, formulas)

• Copilot

• Data Visualization Tools (Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent)

• RMIS Platforms (Origami or equivalent)

• Analytical Rigor & Quantitative Mindset

• Execution Skills

• Business Acumen

• Curiosity and continuous improvement orientation

• Cross‑functional communication and collaboration

• High accuracy and reliability in dynamic environments

• Strong interpersonal & client consultation skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Self-motivated & results oriented

• In-depth analytical skills

• Ability to manage competing deadlines and prioritize effectively

• Strong detail orientation

• Confidentiality and professional judgment with sensitive data

• Superior organizational abilities

• Problem solving & troubleshooting capabilities

• Process & procedure oriented

VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:

At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.

To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:

• Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.

• AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.

• Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.

If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!