Commercial Direct Pricing Analyst Developer

Direct Line Group Careers; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is seeking a data analyst for its Commercial Pricing and Underwriting team. The role involves managing data processes, ensuring data integrity, and providing analytical insights using tools like Alteryx and Tableau. Candidates should have a strong background in data analytics, excellent communication skills, and a degree in a numerically focused discipline. The company offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

9% employer-contributed pension

50% off home, motor, and pet insurance

Optional health and dental insurance

Up to 10% AIP bonus

EV car scheme

Generous holidays

Share scheme

Employee discounts and cashback

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience with Alteryx, Tableau, SQL.
• Relevant data experience in pricing or analytical roles.
• Knowledge of R and Python is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage data processes for commercial BAU and P&U processes.
• Develop Alteryx data models and Tableau reports.
• Provide analytical insights to inform business decisions.

Skills

Data governance

Analytical insights

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in a numerically focused discipline

Tools

Alteryx

Tableau

SQL

Job description

DLG is evolving. Across every facet of our business, our teams are embracing new opportunities and putting customers at the heart of everything they do. By joining them, you’ll have the opportunity to not just be recognised for your skills but encouraged to build upon them and empowered to do your absolute best.

What you'll be doing:

This is a data role within the Commercial Pricing and Underwriting department. You will support your team in providing an innovative and effective analytical modelling and pricing platform, using blending and reporting tools such as Alteryx and Tableau, with a focus on in-depth analysis of data and delivery of modelling/pricing recommendations for various commercial disciplines.

The role will be based in either London or Leeds. Our hybrid model offers a 'best of both worlds' approach. When you'll be in the office depends on your role and team, but colleagues spend at least 2 days a week in the office.

What you'll need:

1. Incorporate data into existing and new pipelines from any source/platform suitable for Pricing and Underwriting (P&U) teams.
2. Manage data processes and processing requirements for all key commercial BAU and P&U processes.
3. Assist with planning and assembling requirements for new data sources for modelling and wider P&U activities.
4. Ensure data governance and integrity through process checking.
5. Collaborate with P&U teams to implement structured data and produce quality MI using Alteryx/Tableau.
6. Develop your skills to maximize contribution, including through secondments and rotations.
7. Identify, own, and manage business risks, communicating issues and remedial actions proactively.
8. Plan, manage, and deliver tasks and projects timely, providing insights and recommendations.
9. Support and develop Alteryx data models and Tableau reports.
10. Provide analytical insights to inform business decisions, ensuring robustness of outputs.
11. Engage with external suppliers and internal stakeholders to meet business needs.
12. Share knowledge with peers to improve understanding and impact across the business.
13. Identify process improvements for efficiency and challenge current practices constructively.
14. Develop knowledge of pricing and underwriting systems and industry issues.
15. Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and risk standards, completing necessary actions.
16. Uphold DLG’s culture and values through appropriate behaviors.

Business requirements:

• Good understanding of General Insurance.
• Excellent data quality principles.
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Team player with initiative.

Technical requirements:

• At least 3 years’ experience with two or more of the following: Alteryx, Tableau, SQL.
• Relevant data experience in a similar pricing or analytical role is highly desirable.
• Degree or equivalent in a numerically focused discipline.
• Advanced knowledge of ETL and database structures.

Knowledge of R and Python is advantageous.

Benefits:

We offer excellent benefits, including:

• 9% employer-contributed pension
• 50% off home, motor, and pet insurance, plus travel insurance and breakdown cover
• Optional health and dental insurance
• Up to 10% AIP bonus
• EV car scheme
• Generous holidays
• Share scheme
• Employee discounts and cashback

Our benefits support work-life balance, flexibility, and personal well-being, reflecting our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team.

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