Lead - Data & Analytics - P&C Insurance

PEAK6; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k match

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PEAK6 is seeking a Lead, Data Analytics within the FOCUS group to drive strategic data initiatives, build scalable analytics constructs, and enable executive decision-making. You will bridge data engineering, business stakeholders, and leadership to deliver measurable outcomes across P&C domains.

You will lead complex analyses, mentor junior analysts, and contribute to governance, data definitions, and analytics best practices while collaborating across Sales, Underwriting, Operations, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a quantitative field.
• Master's degree preferred in data-related areas.
• Certifications in analytics are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end analytics projects across underwriting, claims, distribution, and client experience.
• Architect scalable data models and pipelines; build executive dashboards and self-service reporting.
• Partner with Sales, Underwriting, Operations, and Finance to translate needs into analytics plans; present findings to leadership.
• Provide mentorship and review work of junior analysts; promote data-driven decision making.

Skills

SQL

Python/R

Data visualization

Data modeling

Communicating insights

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Insurance domain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics/Math/CS/Economics/Business Analytics

Master's degree (MBA/MS) preferred

Certifications (Google Data Analytics / AWS Data Analytics)

Tools

Power BI

Looker

SQL-based BI tools

Job description

WHO WE ARE

We are PEAK6, a leading investment firm, using technology to find a better way of doing things. The company’s first tech-based solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading, and over the past two decades, the same formula has been used across a range of industries, asset classes, and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today, PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses. PEAK6’s core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management, PEAK6 Strategic Capital, Apex Fintech Solutions, FOCUS, We Insure, Evil Geniuses, Poker Power, Zogo, and Bruce Markets.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Lead, Data Analytics plays a critical role within FOCUS' Group's Data & Technology division, driving the strategic use of data to inform business decisions, improve operational efficiency, and enhance client outcomes. This senior individual contributor leads complex analytics initiatives, serves as a subject matter expert across data domains, and acts as a key liaison between data engineering, business stakeholders, and executive leadership. The ideal candidate is an analytically rigorous, business-savvy professional with deep expertise in Property and Casualty(P&C) insurance environments. They excel at translating ambiguous business questions into structured analytical frameworks, mentoring junior analysts, and delivering actionable insights at scale. This role is suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about harnessing data to drive meaningful outcomes.

Position Summary

• 30% Design and lead end-to-end analytics projects addressing strategic business questions across P&C underwriting, claims, distribution, and client experience. Develop advanced statistical models, segmentation analyses, and predictive frameworks to surface trends from large, complex datasets. Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics that drive business accountability and operational improvement. Identify data gaps and quality issues; partner with data engineering to resolve root causes and improve data integrity. Synthesize findings into clear, compelling narratives for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• 30% Architect and maintain scalable data models and pipelines in collaboration with data engineering teams. Build and own executive-level dashboards and self-service reporting tools using BI platforms (e.g., Power BI, Looker). Write complex SQL queries and leverage Python/R for statistical analyses, automation, and ad hoc investigations. Document data definitions, methodology, and analytical logic to ensure reproducibility and organizational knowledge transfer. Evaluate and implement new analytics tools and technologies to improve team efficiency and capability.
• 25% Partner with business leaders in Sales, P&C Underwriting, Operations, and Finance to translate needs into analytical project plans. Facilitate requirements-gathering sessions and proactively manage expectations around timelines, scope, and deliverables. Present analytical findings and recommendations to senior leadership; clearly articulate business impact and suggested actions. Serve as a subject matter expert for data governance, data definitions, and analytical best practices across the organization. Collaborate with IT and data engineering on infrastructure priorities, ensuring analytics requirements are represented in the roadmap.
• 15% Provide guidance, code review, and technical mentorship to junior and mid-level analysts on the team. Lead project planning and workload prioritization for analytics initiatives; coordinate cross-functional delivery timelines. Champion a culture of data-driven decision-making and analytical rigor across the organization. Contribute to hiring, onboarding, and professional development efforts within the analytics function.

Education Required

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Business Analytics, or a related quantitative field.

• Preferred: Master's degree (MBA, MS in Data Science, Analytics, or related discipline).
• Preferred: Relevant certifications such as Google Data Analytics, or AWS Certified Data Analytics.

Work Experience Required

6+ years of progressive experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or a related role, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity.

• Preferred: Experience in the insurance, financial services, or healthcare industry.
• Preferred: Prior exposure to agency management systems, policy administration platforms, or insurance data warehouses.
• Preferred: Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment and managing analytics delivery within sprint cycles.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced proficiency in SQL; strong working knowledge of Python or R for analytical workflows.
• Expertise with BI and visualization tools such as Power BI, or Looker.
• Proven ability to build and communicate complex analyses to executive and non-technical audiences.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, data warehousing concepts, and ETL processes.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High emotional intelligence with demonstrated ability to influence without formal authority.
• Knowledge of insurance products, terminology, and regulatory environment is a strong plus.

Supervisory Responsibility

This role does not carry formal supervisory responsibility. However, the Lead, Data Analytics is expected to provide informal mentorship, technical guidance, and project leadership to junior and mid-level analysts within the team.

Working Conditions

Travel: Minimal; up to 10% travel may be required for team meetings, conferences, or client visits.

Work Hours

Standard business hours (Monday-Friday); occasional flexibility required to meet project deadlines or collaborate across time zones.

OUR REWARDS

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match.

• Paid subscription to the Calm app
• Generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits
• As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week

Equal Opportunity Employer

PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities.

We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at [e-mail].

#PEAK6 We're In The Business Of What Ought To Be The business of doing, creating, and building the world the way we see fit. We seek out the transformational opportunity, making it better, more useful, and more valuable. At PEAK6, we activate what is into what ought to be through world-class technology, operational excellence and purposeful design. Headquartered in the Chicago Board of Trade Building, PEAK6 is not your typical investment firm. While trading got us our start and still powers our center, we quickly realized that our vision was to embrace and empower today’s consumer through technology, simplifying processes, improving performance and creating new wealth.