Risk Consulting (12 – 18 month + Contract)

Palmer Group is partnering with a well-respected client to recruit a detail-oriented Risk Consulting contractor to oversee workers’ compensation self-insurance reporting and regulatory compliance activities. This position supports multi-state filing requirements, payroll and financial reporting, and ongoing compliance obligations. The ideal candidate brings experience managing regulatory submissions and ensuring organizations remain in good standing with state requirements. Interested? Apply today!

Work Model:

• Remote

What You Will Do:

• Oversee reporting timelines and coordinate the completion of quarterly, annual, and ad hoc state filing requirements
• Gather, analyze, and validate payroll records, classification codes, hours worked, claims data, financial reports, actuarial studies, and other supporting documentation required for regulatory submissions
• Liaise with clients, third-party administrators (TPAs), actuaries, brokers, and state regulatory bodies to secure necessary information and ensure compliance deadlines are met
• Compile, file, and monitor submissions through state self-insurance and workers’ compensation reporting systems
• Support clients in fulfilling portal certification processes, payment obligations, and other regulatory requirements
• Organize and maintain comprehensive records of filings, communications, supporting materials, and proof of payments
• Facilitate the enrollment of new entities into state self-insurance programs and manage ongoing registration updates
• Evaluate surety bonds, letters of credit, and related financial security instruments; coordinate modifications and provide documentation requested by regulatory agencies
• Track compliance milestones, communicate upcoming deadlines, and monitor legislative or regulatory developments that may impact client obligations

What You Will Need to Be Successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, risk management, human resources, finance, insurance, or a comparable field
• 3+ years of experience supporting workers’ compensation, self-insurance programs, risk management, payroll reporting, insurance services, or related compliance functions
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects, manage priorities, and communicate effectively with internal and external partners
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail with the ability to meet critical deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Hands-on experience handling workers’ compensation self-insurance reporting and filings across multiple states
• Prior experience in risk management, HR, payroll administration, insurance brokerage, consulting, or regulatory environments
• Understanding of self-insurance compliance requirements, monopolistic state fund programs, and state reporting systems
• Knowledge of surety bonds, letters of credit, actuarial analyses, and financial security requirements for self-insured organizations

Benefits Overview:

• 401k  
• Major health insurances 
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)  
• Click here for a complete list of benefits

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Sarah Assman at (515) 225-7000 or sassman@thepalmergroup.com.