Underwriting - Data Analyst

FBD Insurance; Bluebell; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Leinster is seeking a Data Analyst to support strategic development by providing insights into business data and analytics. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in data analytics, preferably within the insurance or financial services sector. Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data visualization tools is essential to succeed in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data analytics, preferably in insurance or financial services.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Python, R, SQL, or similar.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau.

Responsibilities

• Work on the development, implementation, and analysis of KPIs and business metrics.
• Consult with Product Managers on materials for pricing sessions.
• Perform exploratory data analysis and create dashboards for actionable insights.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Customer focus

Education

Relevant primary degree in mathematics, computer science, statistics

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Tableau

Job description

Job Overview

FBD requires a data analyst with strong business data, analytic and insurance skills to join a team of analysts within the Underwriting function. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious career orientated person to provide insights to support development of FBD’s strategic ambition.

Job Responsibilities

• The role involves working on all aspects of the development, implementation, testing, analysis, interpreting, tracking and support of KPIs, reporting, and all business metrics.
• Consult with the Product Managers in preparing and producing materials required for monthly product & pricing sessions.
• Complete exploratory and ad-hoc data analysis, reporting and design of dashboards with a view to generating actionable and enabling data-led decision-making.
• Track effectiveness of product change strategies to ensure that sales, growth, and profitability objectives are achieved.
• Ensure all portfolio activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy by implementing rigorous quality control measures.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills by understanding complex problems, breaking them down into manageable components, and applying analytical techniques to find effective solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on various underwriting and business projects.
• Execute efficiency to achieve increase scale of reach to develop increase business insights, opportunity and risk analysis.

Education

• Hold a relevant primary degree in mathematics, computer science, statistics, or a relevant numerate degree.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in data analytics, preferably within the insurance or financial services industry.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Python, R, SQL, or similar.
• Experience with visualization tools like Tableau, or similar platforms.

Competencies

• Advanced SQL knowledge and proficiency in a visualisation tool.
• Strong analytical, investigative and problem-solving skills, and attention to accuracy.
• Strong understanding of general insurance products, budgeting and underwriting disciplines.
• Highly motivated self-starter who can work effectively independently or as part of a team and has an ability to work under pressure, achieve targets and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and balancing business timelines.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills - ability to present complex ideas to business users in an easily understood user friendly format.

MCC

• Problem Solving
• Customer Focus
• Cultivating Relationships
• Leading Self
• Management of Information and Data Analysis

FBD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all ages, genders, ethnicities, cultures, religions, languages, sexual orientations, abilities, disabilities, and social backgrounds. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is encouraged to bring their whole, authentic self to work. Our approach to inclusion is embedded in our hiring practices, pay structures, leadership development, and workplace policies. At FBD, we believe that when our people feel valued and supported, they thrive, and so does our business.