Senior Specialist - Catastrophe Model

Marsh; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Marsh in Mumbai is seeking a talented leader to join its Catastrophe Modelling team. You will drive strategy and delivery of US/CA catastrophe modelling analytics from India-based teams, collaborating with onshore teams and stakeholders.

The role focuses on governance of project deliveries, change management, and capability development, with hands-on exposure to exposure management and modeling tools. You will mentor teams, foster innovation, and support modernization initiatives to improve

Qualifications

• 2-10 years of experience in managing mid to large sized catastrophe modelling teams.
• Leading expertise on operation of major vendor models (Moody’s RMS, Verisk AIR, CoreLogic RQE).
• Excellent communication skills to own interactions with onshore leaders.
• Proven track record of model adoption & change management for re/insurers.
• People focused – lead by example and create career paths for everyone.
• Talent management – attract, grow and retain key talent.
• Execution, Accountability, Reliability are key pillars of this role.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategy and delivery of US/CA catastrophe modelling analytics from India-based team.
• Embed a curiosity-driven and value-proposition mindset across the catastrophe modelling team.
• Govern project deliveries and manage client expectations through reporting and metrics.
• Identify best practices and opportunities for improvements across teams.
• Support onshore teams with capability development, training, and performance communication.
• Be a hands-on leader across re/insurance analytics capabilities, especially exposure modelling.
• Foster innovation and develop new tools/products aligned with GC & GAA client needs.
• Support modernization efforts and drive efficiencies through automation and standardization.

Skills

Catastrophe modelling

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Change management

Communication skills

Talent management

Execution & reliability

Tools

Moody’s RMS

Verisk AIR

CoreLogic RQE

Job description

Job Description

Are you excited by challenges and someone who seeks to find solution? We are looking for a talented and dynamic individual to join our Catastrophe Modelling team at Guy Carpenter. This role is based in Mumbai. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least two days a week in the office.

We will count on you

• Drive the strategy and delivery of the US&CA catastrophe modelling analytics and advisory solutions from India based team.
• Develop & embed a consistent, curiosity driven and value proposition focused mindset across all our US&CA catastrophe modelling team members who work very closely with multiple onshore teams.
• Stakeholder Management - ability to govern project deliveries and manage end client expectations through reporting and performance metrics; lead change initiatives with stakeholders; demand gathering and resource planning through stakeholder agreement.
• Ensure a consistent engagement model between our operations and the onshore teams. Identify best practice within the existing teams, and points for improvements.
• Helping our US&CA region team in their capability and career development through training, performance management and continuous communication.
• Gets hands-on understanding of all aspects of the work being done by the team and be seen as a leader on all re/insurance analytics capabilities especially exposure management, and catastrophe modelling.
• Build an environment of innovation in the team; able to conceptualize new tools and products in line with the future needs of GC & GAA team and clients.
• Provide management support to Mumbai teams in the testing, feedback, and adoption of modernization work and products to drive efficiencies and insights through automation and standardization.
• Understands the end-to-end value chain of reinsurance across GC and is able to drive a change by bringing together talent from cross departments/teams.

What you need to have

• 2-10 years of experience in managing mid to large sized teams with significant experience in managing catastrophe modelling teams especially in re/insurance portfolio analytics and placements.
• Leading expertise on the operation of key vendor models (Moody’s RMS, Verisk AIR, CoreLogic RQE etc.) and their application for re/insurance clients’ needs.
• Excellent communication skills to own interactions with onshore leaders.
• Proven track record of managing model adoption & change management process for re/insurers.
• People focused – lead by example and create career paths for everyone.
• Talent management – ability to attract, grow and retain key talent.
• Execution, Accountability, Reliability are key pillars of this role – proven capability to build trust and be a positive force for leading change.

What makes you stand out

• Relevant market certifications e.g. ACII, CPCU, ARe etc. would be an added advantage.

Why join our team

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, caste, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.