Senior Catastrophe Modelling Analyst

Sompo International; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sompo International seeks a Senior Catastrophe Analyst for their Central Analytics Department in London. This role involves developing catastrophe modeling skills and providing analytical support to underwriting teams for multiple lines of business. Candidates should possess strong SQL skills and attention to detail, with opportunities for personal and professional growth in a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Generous Retirement & Savings Plans

Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience with portfolio roll-ups in an insurance environment.
• Proficient in SQL with reporting tool experience.
• Strong focus on accuracy and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Pre-modelling underwriting submissions for various lines of business.
• Support pricing of complex accounts and data reporting.
• Assist and train junior team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

SQL

Tools

Moody platforms (Risklink, UIQ)

Python

R

VBA

Job description

As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations and employees in Bermuda, U.S., U.K., Continental Europe and Asia, we recognize that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most: our people. At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry. As we continue to grow, we strive to find diverse, innovative and driven professionals to join our teams and offer a broad range of career and development opportunities at all levels, in multiple business areas, in each of our locations throughout the world. Our compensation and benefits programs are market driven and competitive, with excellent family friendly policies and flexible working provisions.

Job Description

Are you looking for your next opportunity?

Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Senior Catastrophe Analyst in our Cat Modelling team in our Central Analytics Department.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for the candidate to further develop their knowledge and understanding of Catastrophe Modelling within an insurance operation across multiple lines of business while working closely with underwriting teams across London, Europe and APAC platforms by providing analytics to support underwriting decisions.

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:

What you’ll be doing:

• Pre-modelling of underwriting submissions for Property, Energy, Marine and any other lines as per business needs
• Supporting the pricing of complex accounts
• Portfolio reporting – preparation and management of risk modelling ready for monthly roll up process across multiple lines of business
• Involvement in the development of automated cat modelling tools
• Assisting in data reporting for internal and regulatory purposes
• Provide support and training to the more junior members of team
• Ad hoc projects as required

Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience with portfolio roll-ups, preferably in an insurance environment
• Proficient in SQL with proven experience of building reporting tools
• A keen focus on accuracy and attention to detail
• Good communication skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively individually and as part of a team

Not essential but preferred skills:

• Experience with Moody platforms: Risklink and the IRP (UIQ in particular)
• Experience of additional coding languages e.g. Python, R and using geospatial platforms
• VBA

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’re Sompo, a global provider of property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance. Building on Sompo Holdings’ 130 years of innovation, we’re committed to applying all of our experience to simplify yours.

Our dedication to you shows up in the care we put in every detail, working to create a frictionless risk management journey for everyone we serve.

We lead with your priorities, meticulously crafting solutions, sharing insights, and understanding your needs.

Around the world, our 9,000+ 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.

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