Director I, Catastrophe Modeling

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package for физ

Paid time off for holidays, vacation,

Paid parental leave and mental health

Opportunities for bonuses and added

Additional benefits

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Director I, Catastrophe Modeling to lead catastrophe modeling strategy and advanced analytics that support underwriting decisions and portfolio management. This remote role blends technical leadership, data engineering oversight, and model interpretation to drive outcomes during catastrophic events and evolving risk conditions.

You will collaborate with leadership and cross-functional partners to improve processes, strengthen deliverables, and translate complex outputs into

Qualifications

• 8+ years in catastrophe modeling or related analytics with leadership experience.
• Proficient in RMS and/or AIR Touchstone for exposure preparation and results interpretation.
• Strong SQL skills with experience in automation using Python, R, VBA, or Alteryx.
• Ability to translate model outputs into underwriting decisions.
• Experience in real-time catastrophe event response leadership.
• Familiarity with coordinating portfolio rollups for external partners.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting technical analysis to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Build and mentor a team of catastrophe modeling analysts and developers.
• Set technical roadmaps for modeling and data engineering.
• Translate model outputs into underwriting guidance for leadership.
• Oversee accurate portfolio rollups and external deliverables.
• Lead research initiatives to enhance advanced analytics capabilities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and outputs.
• Direct the design of data pipelines and automation tools.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Underwriting guidance

Real-time catastrophe response

Tools

RMS

AIR Touchstone

SQL

Python

R

VBA

Alteryx

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Director I, Catastrophe Modeling to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.

This role will lead catastrophe modeling strategy and advanced analytics efforts that support underwriting decisions and portfolio management. The position blends technical leadership, data engineering oversight, and model interpretation to help the organization respond effectively to catastrophic events and evolving risk conditions. You will collaborate closely with leadership and cross-functional partners to improve processes, strengthen deliverables, and translate complex outputs into clear business guidance.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $116,000 – $145,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Build and mentor a team of catastrophe modeling analysts and developers
• Set technical roadmaps for modeling and data engineering
• Translate model outputs into underwriting guidance for leadership
• Oversee accurate portfolio rollups and external deliverables
• Lead research initiatives to enhance advanced analytics capabilities
• Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and outputs
• Direct the design of data pipelines and automation tools

Qualifications

• 8+ years in catastrophe modeling or related analytics with leadership experience
• Proficient in RMS and/or AIR Touchstone for exposure preparation and results interpretation
• Strong SQL skills with experience in automation using Python, R, VBA, or Alteryx
• Ability to translate model outputs into underwriting decisions
• Experience in real-time catastrophe event response leadership
• Familiarity with coordinating portfolio rollups for external partners
• Excellent communication skills for presenting technical analysis to stakeholders

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for physical, financial, and emotional well-being
• Paid time off for holidays, vacation, sick, and personal days
• Paid parental leave and mental health services
• Opportunities for bonuses and additional benefits

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.