Natural Catastrophe Analytics Analyst

Sompo; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Job summary

Sompo in London seeks a Natural Catastrophe Analytics Analyst to advance risk analytics across exposure management. You will work with the Risk Analytics team to assess nat cat risk across multiple lines and support mitigation initiatives.

You’ll perform group roll-ups, interpret modelled nat cat risk, produce reports, and optimize analytics tools with opportunities for automation. Strong SQL/Excel and RMS RiskLink experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in exposure management and nat cat risk analytics.
• Advanced SQL and Excel; Python/Power BI/Julia desirable.
• Experience with nat cat models and model integration.

Responsibilities

• Perform group roll-ups in Resolver for in-force, planning and reporting.
• Analyse roll-ups to provide insights on nat cat risk profile.
• Produce, maintain and refine group reports.
• Operate and optimise nat cat risk analytics tools and automate where possible.
• Interpret ceded contracts within exposure management tools.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and respond to ad-hoc requests.
• Provide input on analytics projects and risk insights.

Skills

SQL

MS Excel

Python

Power BI

Julia

RiskLink

Tools

RMS RiskLink

Job description

Are you looking for your next opportunity?

Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Natural Catastrophe Analytics Analyst in our Risk team in our Natural Catastrophe Exposure Management team. The Natural Catastrophe Analytics Analyst will report directly to the Natural Catastrophe Exposure Management Lead, playing a key role in building and enhancing progressive Risk Analytics capabilities across Sompo. This position will contribute significantly to delivering impactful, actionable analytics that inform risk managers and business leaders. The role focuses primarily on assessing and managing natural catastrophe risks across multiple lines of business, supporting effective catastrophe risk mitigation for the company.

Location:

This position will be based out of our London office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.

Our business, your impact, our opportunity

This role is an integral part of Sompo’s growth strategy, providing tangible value to both our clients and internal stakeholders.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform Group roll-ups in Resolver utilizing roll-ups and information provided by Insurance, Reinsurance and Ceded Re. On a regular basis this is done for: in-force roll-ups, business planning, SHD reporting, prospective ceded reinsurance purchasing options and to support portfolio growth opportunities
• Analyse and interpret the roll-ups in order to provide insight and commentary into the modelled nat cat risk profile of the organization.
• Produce, maintain, and refine group reports.
• Operate and optimise natural catastrophe risk analytics tools and workflows, seeking opportunities for automation to reduce manual intervention.
• Interpret and manage the integration of ceded contracts within exposure management tools.
• Collaborate with various business stakeholders, responding to ad-hoc requests and needs which require the team’s expertise and output.
• Provide high-quality input on analytical projects, delivering insights and recommendations to the business.
• Provide support as directed and required to Natural Catastrophe Risk Analytics development projects. These do not have to be limited to activities primarily in the scope of Group Risk Analytics and can encompass, but is not limited to, model validation support, new model adoption support, cat model operations oversight and governance, and natural catastrophe research.
• Support the Natural Catastrophe Exposure Management Lead, Group Risk Analytics team, and broader Group Risk function as needed.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in exposure management, natural catastrophe risk analytics, or related fields, with multi-line business reporting experience.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and MS Excel; experience with Python, Power BI, and/or Julia is desirable.
• Strong programming skills for tool creation, optimization, and process automation.
• Extensive experience with third-party natural catastrophe models, particularly RMS RiskLink (Risk Modeler experience is a plus).
• Technical or analytical background, especially in natural hazards, is an advantage.
• Experience with man-made and systemic risks is beneficial.
• Ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights despite uncertainty or incomplete data.
• Certified Specialist in Catastrophe Risk (CSCR) or equivalent preferred; CCRA (RMS) or CEEM (AIR) certifications are beneficial.
• Strong teamwork, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Pragmatic approach with intellectual curiosity.

Our Benefits

We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Below are a few highlights of our inclusive benefit programs:

• Expansive Health & Wellness Benefits
• Generous Retirement & Savings Plans
• Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

In today’s world, what do we stand for?

We strive to create exceptional value for our clients and shareholders while maintaining Sompo as an attractive place to work. We foster an environment of ongoing, open dialogue between managers and their direct reports, and believe in an organizational environment where everyone belongs. We proudly are a multi-racial, multi-cultural, global enterprise. We reject all forms of racism, bigotry, prejudice and injustice and continue to invest in building out an inclusive and diverse work environment.

About Us

Expert Partners.

Clarity in complexity.

Unwavering commitment.

We are Sompo, a global provider of property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance.

Building on Sompo Holding’s 135 years of innovation, we seek to deliver a unified approach to servicing and providing customized solutions for our clients, ensuring that we meet their needs effectively and consistently.

We strive to strengthen engagement with our clients and business partners every day by using the in-depth knowledge and insights of our experts to swiftly navigate the ever-shifting risk landscape in a fast and agile way – providing them with the products and coverages they need – underpinned by exceptional levels of service.

Our values

• Accountability: Raising the bar on what we deliver
• Agility: Keeping it simple as we grow
• Collaboration: Building relationships with clients and colleagues
• Development: Being curious and having a growth mindset
• Integrity: Being trustworthy and doing what’s right

Around the world, our 9,500+ employees use their expertise to learn, improve and find clear answers for your complex challenges. Because when you choose Sompo, you choose the ease of expertise.

Sompo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about visit our website at www.sompo-intl.com