Director - Catastrophe Analytics

Howden • Edina, MN

3d • $130,000 - $190,000

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

• 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
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• ARe designation is a plus

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.
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director