Data Analyst

Markel Corporation; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Markel Corporation is seeking a Data Analyst within its Operations Excellence & Reporting team. This role creates, maintains and communicates reports and analytics for products within the Programs and Solutions Division of Markel.

You will develop consolidated reporting, perform segmentation analysis, and apply probability, statistics and modeling to support risk guidelines, pricing decisions and operational tracking.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in report and data analytics.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong SQL knowledge preferred.
• Experience with Python, Django, JavaScript, Databricks, Power BI, Jira, and React.js.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• US Work Authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver consolidated reporting mechanisms and segmentation analysis to support risk guidelines, process changes and pricing approach decisions.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of available reporting mechanisms, technology infrastructures and frameworks, data structures and definitions used to produce and maintain operational, transactional and financial metrics in support of assigned departments.
• Analyze various aspects of business activity to support management decision making and operational tracking and work diligently to find resolutions to road blocks and educate/intercede when necessary on customer's behalf to ensure satisfactory resolution is identified.
• Apply concepts such as probability, statistics, modeling, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions.
• Works with mathematical concepts such as averages and/or variances.
• Analyze information and to evaluate the implications of a course of action or solution.
• Interpret and apply common sense understanding to carry out a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Evaluate trends in data or information

Skills

SQL

Python

Django

JavaScript

Databricks

Power BI

React.js

Jira

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL

Python

Django

JavaScript

Databricks

Power BI

Jira

React.js

Job description

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it.The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! Markel Corporation is seeking a Data Analyst within Markel's Operations Excellence & Reporting team. This position is responsible for creating, maintaining, updating and communicating reports and analytics for various products within the Programs and Solutions Division of Markel.Position Responsibilities:Create and deliver consolidated reporting mechanisms and segmentation analysis to support risk guidelines, process changes and pricing approach decisions.Develop and maintain knowledge of available reporting mechanisms, technology infrastructures and frameworks, data structures and definitions used to produce and maintain operational, transactional and financial metrics in support of assigned departments.Analyze various aspects of business activity to support management decision making and operational tracking and work diligently to find resolutions to road blocks and educate/intercede when necessary on customer's behalf to ensure satisfactory resolution is identified.Apply concepts such as probability, statistics, modeling, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutionsWorks with mathematical concepts such as averages and/or variancesAnalyze information and to evaluate the implications of a course of action or solutionInterpret and apply common sense understanding to carry out a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formSolve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization existsDefine problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusionsEvaluate trends in data or informationPosition RequirementsMinimum of 3 years’ experience of report and data analytics preferredBachelor's degree requiredStrong working knowledge of SQL preferredExperience with the following: Python, Django web framework, Javascript Databricks, Power BI, Jira and React.jsExcellent written and oral communication skillsStrong organization and time management skillsIntermediate skills in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Visio, Word)Advanced proficiency in Microsoft ExcelStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong team playerFlexibility and attention to details and completenessAbility to manage multiple projects with time sensitive deadlinesUS Work AuthorizationUS Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.Pay information:The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. The national average salary range for the Data Analyst is $62,400 - $85,800 with 12% incentive.Who we are:Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for betterWe enjoy the everyday | We think furtherWhat’s in it for you:In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life.All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.Are you ready to play your part?Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.Caution: Employment scamsMarkel is aware of employment-related scams where scammers will impersonate recruiters by sending fake job offers to those actively seeking employment in order to steal personal information. Frequently, the scammer will reach out to individuals who have posted their resume online. These "job offers" include convincing offer letters and frequently ask for confidential personal information. Therefore, for your safety, please note that:All legitimate job postings with Markel will be posted on Markel Careers. No other URL should be trusted for job postings.All legitimate communications with Markel recruiters will come from Markel.com email addresses.We would also ask that you please report any job employment scams related to Markel to [e-mail] is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.Should you require any accommodation through the application process, please send an e-mail to the [e-mail] agencies please.