Catastrophe Advisory – AVP/VP

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced catastrophe modeling professional in Illinois to own end-to-end modeling projects, supporting discussions on reinsurance strategy and portfolio management while strengthening broker relationships.

You will leverage data management skills and Python/R/SQL proficiency to translate complex analyses into clear client insights. A proactive, collaborative mindset is essential to continue growing beyond current capabilities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with catastrophe models across multiple insurance segments.
• Strong data management: interpret and extrapolate complex data.
• Proficiency with Python, R, and SQL.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for brokers and clients.
• Ability to translate analyses into actionable insights.
• Curious, proactive, and able to lead initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage catastrophe modeling projects from start to finish.
• Support reinsurance discussions on strategy, underwriting, pricing, and portfolio management.
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, clients, and reinsurers.
• Respond promptly to client questions.
• Develop regional/peril-specific catastrophe risk management expertise.
• Lead internal initiatives to completion.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

Catastrophe Modeling

Data Management

Python Proficiency

R Proficiency

MS SQL

Machine Learning

AI Techniques

Reinsurance Experience

Analytical Problem-Solving

Portfolio Management

Tools

Data Bricks

Job description

• Manage catastrophe modeling projects from start to finish, ensuring timely completion and high-quality deliverables
• Contribute to client discussions regarding reinsurance strategy, underwriting support, pricing adequacy, and portfolio management
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, clients, reinsurers, and colleagues
• Respond promptly to client questions and concerns
• Develop expertise in region-specific and/or peril-specific catastrophe risk management services through research, training, and hands‑on experience
• Lead internal initiatives and research projects to completion
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience with various catastrophe models and a broad range of insurance segments
• Strong data management skills, including manipulating, interpreting, and extrapolating complex data
• Proficiency with Data Bricks, MS SQL, Python, and R
• Superior communication and presentation skills
• Ability to translate complex technical analysis into clear terms for brokers and clients
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and attention‑to‑detail skills
• Financial aptitude and fundamental knowledge of the reinsurance industry
• Curious, proactive, and adaptable mindset
• Ability to learn quickly, lead internal initiatives and research projects to completion, and grow beyond current capabilities
• Collaborative, team‑oriented approach with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
• Reinsurance experience is a standout qualification
• Experience at a reinsurance broker is a standout qualification
• Practical experience applying AI techniques, including machine learning and modern large‑language models, to automate processes is a standout qualification

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in catastrophe modeling and risk management, with strong data management skills and proficiency in Python, R, and SQL. Capable of leading projects, managing client relationships, and translating complex analyses into actionable insights.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Catastrophe Modeling
• Data Management
• Python Proficiency
• Reinsurance Experience
• Analytical Problem‑Solving

Hard Skills

• Catastrophe Modeling
• Data Management
• Python
• R
• MS SQL
• Machine Learning
• AI Techniques
• Data Interpretation
• Portfolio Management
• Pricing Adequacy

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Curious Mindset
• Team-Oriented Approach

Industry Keywords

• Reinsurance
• Underwriting Support
• Catastrophe Risk Management
• Insurance Segments
• Brokers

Tools & Technologies

• Data Bricks