Director - Catastrophe Analytics

Howden; La France (SC); Presencial; USD 130.000 - 190.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Howden Re is seeking a Director on the Catastrophe Analytics team to advise clients in managing catastrophe risk. You will collaborate with colleagues to apply outputs from catastrophe models and deliver innovative analytics in a collaborative, results-driven environment.

The role requires 8+ years in catastrophe modeling and proficiency with SQL, Excel, R, Python, Power BI, and ArcGIS. Experience with Verisk Touchstone or RMS RiskLink is preferred; ARe designation is a plus.

Qualificações

• 8+ years of catastrophe modeling and risk management experience.
• Proficiency in data analysis, manipulation, and visualization tools and languages (SQL, Excel, R, Python, Power BI, ArcGIS).
• Experience with cat modeling software (Verisk Touchstone, RMS RiskLink) and understanding of model methodology.
• Knowledge of property insurance and reinsurance; ARe designation is a plus.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a results-driven environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Finance or similar analytical major.
• Legally authorized to work in the US.
• Base salary range for this role is $130,000-190,000, depending on experience and location.

Responsabilidades

• Execute all aspects of catastrophe modeling including data prep, validation, portfolio analysis and post-processing.
• Address queries from internal/external stakeholders on property exposure data, real-time cat events, model validation and risk views.
• Use proprietary software to design and manage catastrophe reinsurance programs.
• Improve analytical processes to deliver better client results.
• Establish strong relationships with colleagues, clients and reinsurers.

Conhecimentos

Catastrophe modeling

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Formação

Bachelor's or advanced degree in analytical field

Ferramentas

Verisk Touchstone

RMS RiskLink

SQL

Excel

R

Python

Power BI

ArcGIS

Descrição da vaga

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

About Role

Howden Re is the global reinsurance broker and risk, capital & strategic advisor focused on relentless innovation & superior analytics for top client service. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It's what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities - work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering - you'll find like-minded people driving change at Howden

About The Role

As a Director on the Catastrophe Analytics team, you will collaborate with colleagues to advise Howden Re clients in managing catastrophe risk. Experience using, interpreting, and applying outputs from catastrophe models is required. You will be joining a best-in class analytics team that produces innovative solutions in a collaborative and results-driven environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute upon all aspects of catastrophe modeling, including data preparation and validation, portfolio analysis and postprocessing, reporting of results, data visualization and mapping.
• Be responsive to a range of queries from internal and external stakeholders on topics including property exposure data, real-time cat events, cat model validation, view of risk, portfolio profitability and optimization. Strategic thinking, problem solving, and communication of technical concepts to range of stakeholders are core to success in this role.
• Use proprietary software to design and manage catastrophe reinsurance programs
• Improve analytical processes to achieve greater efficiency and better results for clients
• Establish strong relationships with colleagues, clients and reinsurers

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in catastrophe modeling and risk management
• High level of proficiency in data analysis, manipulation, and visualization tools and program languages such as SQL, Excel, R, Python, Power BI, and ArcGIS.
• Experience with cat modeling software (i.e. Verisk Touchstone, RMS RiskLink) and an understanding of model methodology, practical uses, and limitations.
• Knowledge of property insurance and reinsurance; ARe designation is a plus
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a results-driven environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts succinctly.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Finance or similar analytical major.
• Legally authorized to work in the US.
• The expected base salary range for this role is $130,000-190,000. The base salary range and ultimate title is based on level of relevant experience and location and does not include other types of compensation such as discretionary