Associate Director, Catastrophe Management

Aon; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global firm is seeking an Associate Director for Catastrophe Management in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This role involves data auditing, catastrophe modelling, and liaising with clients to establish project objectives. The ideal candidate should have a background in science with at least 3 years in an analytical role within (re)insurance, and strong skills in relevant catastrophe modelling platforms. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and promotes a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Global Wellbeing Days

Continuous learning culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in (re)insurance working in an analytical role focussing on catastrophe modelling/management.
• Strong experience in Verisk, Moody’s and CoreLogic catastrophe modelling platforms.
• Experience in programming or scripting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Data auditing and formatting of insurance risk portfolios for catastrophe management.
• Conduct presentations and training sessions relating to analytics work.
• Coordinate client feedback and identify business opportunities.

Skills

Data auditing

Catastrophe modelling

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong computer skills

Education

Graduated in a science field

Tools

Verisk

Moody’s

CoreLogic

Microsoft SQL

GIS (ACRMAP)

Job description

Associate Director, Catastrophe Management

We're hiring! We are looking for an Associate Director, Catastrophe Management to join our Reinsurance team in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia!

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

Responsibilities on Catastrophe Management

• Data auditing, formatting and compilation of insurance risk portfolios for the purpose of catastrophe management using a range of software platforms (MS Access, MS Excel, SQL)
• Catastrophe modelling analysis using internal and externally licensed catastrophe models.
• Catastrophe model results interpretation, testing and evaluation of models
• Application and communication of catastrophe modelling results for reinsurance design, pricing and placement
• Take on responsibility as local territory contact, liaising with clients and colleagues to establish client project objectives, outcomes, and manage these projects.
• Build and leverage relationships with relevant client staff to help identify information gaps, improve suboptimal processes and analyses
• Do presentations and conduct training sessions, workshops and related assistance to help support delivery of key Aon tools and products
• Help drive the View of Risk within Malaysia for our clients utilising the Impact Forecasting model

Supporting the View of Risk

• Be the local liaison, in coordination with Singapore Analytics and APAC model evaluation team, for local research institutions, government departments and any third parties in relation to researching and the continual development of View of Risk for Malaysia.
• Articulate View of Risk into the local market with clients and prospects and reinsurance partners.
• Coordinate client feedback and identify business opportunities around View of Risk (reinsurance, underwriting, rating).

Enhancing Application of Analytics for Clients in Malaysia

• Support placement related activities such as technical pricing and benchmarking.
• Conduct presentations and training sessions relating to analytics work ensuring the effective and efficient communication of concepts and results to both clients and colleagues.
• Keep abreast of analytics related products, local market initiatives and client feedback to identify potential application of analytics products within the Malaysian market.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Graduated in a science field such as earth science, physics, mathematics or related fields such as actuarial, finance or statistical studies
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in (re)insurance working in an analytical role focussing on catastrophe modelling/management
• Strong experience in Verisk, Moody’s and CoreLogic catastrophe modelling platforms, operating and interpretation
• Strong computer skills in MS Office suites (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Experience in using Microsoft SQL preferred
• Experience in programming or scripting preferred
• GIS experience (ACRMAP) preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels within the corporation and various business units.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at [e-mail] or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.