Catastrophe Risk Analyst (REACH Program)

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG); Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits programs

Career development opportunities

Collaborative, people-first culture

Meaningful global impact

Job summary

Gallagher Re in the United States is launching its REACH Program to fast-track graduates and career changers into catastrophe risk analysis within reinsurance broking and risk management.

The 24-month program blends practical on-the-job learning with training, mentorship from the Executive Team, and access to a broad professional network. Expect hybrid work with in-office sessions and remote days based on location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g. Business Analytics, Data Science, Risk Management).
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, macros, and modeling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to engage clients and colleagues.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel to the Rolling Meadows, IL home office for training (expenses covered).
• Nice-to-haves: SQL, VBA, R programming knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Audit, enhance, and model insurance company data sets with clients.
• Explain model outputs and prepare compelling written reports.
• Present analysis summaries to internal and external clients.
• Provide real-time event response and analysis of catastrophic events.
• Explore large data sets to uncover insights and develop solutions to risk challenges.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Written & verbal communication

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

SQL

VBA

R

Job description

Gallagher Re in the United States is launching its REACH Program to fast-track graduates and career changers into catastrophe risk analysis within reinsurance broking and risk management.

The 24-month program blends practical on-the-job learning with training, mentorship from the Executive Team, and access to a broad professional network. Expect hybrid work with in-office sessions and remote days based on location.