Manager, Global Insurance & Risk Management

About the role

The Manager, Global Insurance & Risk Management supports the Sr. Director in delivering insurance program oversight and risk mitigation across Applied Materials' worldwide operations. The role collaborates with finance, legal, EH&S, procurement, HR, real estate, logistics and security teams to protect assets and control total cost of risk.

Key responsibilities

• Manage global insurance programs including property, stock throughput, construction and crime coverage, and coordinate third‑party vendors.
• Lead property risk engineering activities, conduct site visits, implement loss‑control recommendations, and develop engineering standards.
• Assist with contract reviews, provide training on insurance and risk topics, and support acquisition/divestiture risk assessments.
• Oversee claims management, working with litigation counsel, consultants and TPAs to achieve efficient resolutions.
• Collect underwriting data, prepare renewal submissions, and support annual insurance budgeting and reporting.

Required profile

• Undergraduate degree or higher in finance, insurance, risk management or a related field.
• Minimum ten years of progressive experience in risk management, insurance brokerage or related disciplines.
• CPCU and/or ARM designation preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to balance competing priorities and deliver high‑quality work under tight deadlines.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of property and casualty insurance and risk engineering concepts.
• Experience managing insurance programs, claims, and vendor relationships.
• Proficiency in underwriting data collection, analysis and budget preparation.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple functional teams and influence risk‑mitigation decisions.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range of $122,000 – $168,000 per year.
• Work locations in Austin, TX and Santa Clara, CA with a supportive onsite culture.
• Comprehensive benefits program focused on health, wellbeing and professional development.
• Opportunities to work on cutting‑edge materials engineering projects that impact global technology.