Assistant Quantitative Developer

Lancashire Group; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de premier plan dans le secteur de l'assurance recherche un Assistant Développeur Quantitatif pour rejoindre son équipe d'analytique à Londres. Ce rôle implique l'assistance dans la gestion des données, le développement d'applications front-end, et la collaboration avec diverses équipes pour optimiser les processus. Le candidat idéal aura un diplôme en discipline quantitative et une expérience dans le marché de l'assurance, avec des compétences solides en SQL et Python.

Qualifications

• Expérience dans le marché de l'assurance de Londres.
• Compétences en développement d'applications web et APIs.
• Connaissances en modèles de catastrophe sont un plus.

Responsibilities

• Assister l'équipe d'analytique dans la gestion des données et le développement de processus.
• Collaborer avec les équipes pour améliorer l'efficacité des plateformes.
• Préparer des rapports pour les agences de notation et les soumissions réglementaires.

Skills

Data extraction and manipulation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline

Tools

SQL Server

Python

T-SQL

JavaScript

Azure

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Assistant Quantitative Developer

Department: Actuarial

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: London

Description

Purpose

The purpose of this role is to assist Lancashire’s Advanced Analytics team in data management and providing insights into the Group’s modelled risk portfolio. The role requires solid front-end development skills, experience within the insurance market, and a high level of competence in data manipulation using SQL Server.

Specific Responsibilities

1. Assist Analytics to streamline existing processes by moving local scripts to a controlled front end for team use, as well as prototyping new business workflows.
2. Collaborate with the Analytics, MI, and IT teams to seek platform efficiencies that address gaps in Analytics data.
3. Assist in preparing reports for Ratings Agency and Regulatory submissions.
4. Use SQL Server for extracting, importing, and updating submissions and risk modelling data.
5. Perform reconciliations to identify data anomalies.
6. Work on additional projects such as research tasks and platform improvements outside major renewal periods.
7. Support the Actuarial team with technical pricing in Python.
8. Perform any other duties as required.

Essential Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Science, Maths, Computer Science).
• Experience in the London Insurance Market.
• Adept in data extraction and manipulation using T-SQL.
• Understanding of Web Application development, JavaScript front-end development, and knowledge of Azure development for web and function apps; Azure DevOps experience is highly desirable.
• Understanding of implementing APIs via RESTful Web Services.
• Experience with catastrophe models is helpful.
• Experience with Python is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel; Access and VBA are advantages.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and in a team.

The Lancashire Way

At Lancashire, our culture sets us apart. Our behavior and approach to work create a positive environment for our people, partners, and stakeholders. Honesty and integrity are fundamental, and The Lancashire Way reflects our character and spirit.

• Straight-talking: We share thoughts and ideas openly because everyone’s voice matters.
• Collaborative: We work together towards common goals, sharing knowledge and supporting each other.
• Hard-working: We are proactive and invested in the company’s success.
• Responsible: We focus on achieving tangible results with consistent standards.
• Positive: We engage professionally and passionately with brokers, clients, communities, stakeholders, and colleagues as proud Lancashire ambassadors.