Senior Catastrophe Analyst

Oliver James Group; Duluth (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James Group in Duluth, GA is seeking a Senior Catastrophe Risk Modeler to join our hybrid team. You will drive catastrophe modeling, exposure assessment, and portfolio risk analytics across a global insurance portfolio.

The role requires collaboration with underwriting, actuarial, and risk teams to deliver actionable results. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in catastrophe modeling, solid skills in RMS/AIR, and proficiency in SQL, Excel, Python, or R.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in catastrophe modeling, exposure management, or risk analytics.
• Hands-on with RMS, AIR, or comparable catastrophe modeling platforms.
• Strong SQL/Excel/Python or R for data analysis and modeling.

Responsibilities

• Perform catastrophe modeling and portfolio risk analyses across natural perils.
• Analyze exposure data, modeled losses, and portfolio accumulations.
• Support capital modeling, climate risk assessments, and ERM initiatives.
• Collaborate with underwriting and risk teams to provide insights.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to best practices.

Skills

Catastrophe modeling

Exposure management

Portfolio risk analytics

SQL

Excel

Python

R

Stakeholder communication

Tools

RMS

AIR

Job description

Position: Senior Catastrophe Risk ModelerLocation: Duluth, GA (Hybrid/Onsite)Employment Type: Full-Time

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Catastrophe Risk Modeler to join a growing risk analytics function within the insurance sector. This position offers exposure to catastrophe modeling, portfolio risk analytics, exposure management, and enterprise risk management (ERM). Working closely with underwriting, actuarial, and risk teams, you will play a key role in assessing natural catastrophe exposures and supporting strategic decisions across a global insurance portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform catastrophe modeling and portfolio risk analysis across natural perils.
• Analyze complex exposure datasets, modeled losses, and portfolio accumulations.
• Support capital modeling, climate risk assessments, and broader ERM initiatives.
• Collaborate with underwriting and risk stakeholders to provide actionable insights.
• Contribute to model validation, process improvements, and analytical best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Experience & Skills

• 5+ years of experience in catastrophe modeling, exposure management, or risk analytics.
• Hands-on experience with RMS, AIR, or comparable catastrophe modeling platforms.
• Strong analytical and technical capabilities, including SQL, Excel, Python, or R.
• Experience working with insurance or reinsurance portfolios and catastrophe risk exposures.
• Ability to communicate complex analytical findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their exposure beyond traditional catastrophe modeling and contribute to wider portfolio risk and strategic decision-making.