Catastrophe Risk Associate

3410US00 TigerRisk Partners LLC; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Howden Re in Edina, MN is seeking a quantitative specialist to support catastrophe risk management and modeling within the decision support team.

You will analyze data, explain model results, and collaborate with clients and reinsurers while developing efficient analytical processes. The role requires a math/CS background and strong communication; U.S. work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a quantitative field.
• Rising senior graduating by June 2028.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience manipulating, cleaning, and analyzing data.
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Effective communicator, verbal and written (PowerPoint/Word).
• Experience with SQL, Python, VBA is a plus.
• Legally authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Providing strong technical and strategic catastrophe risk management and modeling support.
• Providing deep understanding of catastrophe modeling results, assumptions and limitations with vendor and non-vendor models.
• Improving analytical processes to achieve greater efficiency and better results for clients.
• Establish strong relationships with colleagues, clients and reinsurers.
• Communicate analytical ideas with multiple audiences.

Skills

Critical thinking

Data analysis

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

SQL

Python

VBA

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mathematics/Statistics/CS/Economics/Finance

Tools

SQL

Python

VBA

Job description

About Role

Howden Re is the global reinsurance broker and risk, capital & strategic advisor focused on relentless innovation & superior analytics for top client service.

Location: Edina, MN

Compensation: $72,500/yr + bonus

Howden Re is the global reinsurance broker and risk, capital, & strategic advisor focused on relentless innovation & superior analytics for top client service.

The Howden Re decision support team (Modeling and Analytics) is unmatched in the industry in facilitating catastrophe reinsurance placements while also being integrally embedded within our clients' operations.

Howden Re employs cutting edge technology in a collaborative environment; striving always to develop solutions and present ideas that align with our clients' core philosophy of profitable growth.

Primary Responsibilities

• Providing strong technical and strategic catastrophe risk management and modeling support
• Providing deep understanding of catastrophe modeling results, assumptions and limitations with vendor and non-vendor models
• Improving analytical processes to achieve greater efficiency and better results for clients
• Establish strong relationships with colleagues, clients and reinsurers
• Communicate analytical ideas with multiple audiences

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Finance or similar analytical major
• Rising senior graduating by June 2028
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Experience manipulating, cleaning, and analyzing data
• Able to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
• Effective communicator, both verbal and written (PowerPoint and Word)
• Experience in data tools (including SQL, Python, VBA, etc) is a plus
• Legally authorized to work in the US

Different perspectives make us better

At Howden, we’re committed to fair opportunity, inclusive teams and a culture where everyone belongs. We value people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. We make sure everyone has the chance to succeed. If you bring who you really are, we’ll help you to go further. We believe in equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability. And as a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to removing barriers and supporting you to do your best work. If you need any adjustments during the application process or in the role, just let us know. We’re here to help.

What we offer

A career that you define. We provide an environment where new ideas are encouraged and celebrated, where people who want to have a real hand in our success thrive. We want people who want to make a difference - not just in the workplace, but in the industry and the wider community.

Working at Howden Re

At Howden Re, we’re on a mission to do things differently. Our no silo approach, elite team, and clear focus on innovation and relentless execution means our clients are at the heart of all we do. As a big 4 global reinsurance broker, we deliberately avoid the one-size-fits-all approach, committing to creating bespoke solutions that address the unique challenges of a modern and dynamic marketplace. Our team is empowered to drive progress, creating opportunities for career and personal development, unlocking new value for clients, fostering long-term partnerships, and using the collective power of Howden to change how the world sees risk and insurance.

When you join Howden Re, you become part of a vibrant and entrepreneurial workplace culture that prioritizes collaboration, ownership, and shared success. Here, your contributions will directly impact our mission to be the global partner of choice in reinsurance and strategic advisory.

Be a part of Howden Re's exciting journey. Together, we are shaping the future of reinsurance.

EEO Statement

We consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness, and respect. Howden North America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Howden North America will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Howden began in 1994, as just three people and a dog. Now there are 23,000 of us, and we’re a leading global insurance group, managing $37bn of premiums for our clients. Our largest shareholder group is us – the people who work in the business – supported by three long-term, minority growth-equity partners who share our vision to build a business to last, one that will never be sold. The owner’s mindset is something that's embedded in our culture; our people readily take ownership of their decisions, their actions, and their outputs. They’re invested in every sense. And we all know that by working together to drive the business forward, everyone will benefit from the extraordinary results we can achieve.