The Howden Re Decision Support Team (Modeling and Analytics) is unmatched in the industry in facilitating catastrophe reinsurance placements while also being integrally embedded within our clients' operations.
Howden Re employs cutting edge technology in a collaborative environment; striving always to develop solutions and present ideas that align with our clients' core philosophy of profitable growth.
As a Junior Catastrophe Risk Analyst, you will work together with the Howden Re Broking team to assist in portfolio management and reinsurance decision making.
Primary Responsibilities: Providing strong technical and strategic CAT risk management and modeling support Providing deep understanding of CAT modeling results, assumptions and limitations with vendor and non-vendor models Improving analytical processes to achieve greater efficiency and better results for clients Establish strong relationships with colleagues, clients and reinsurers Communicate analytical ideas with multiple audiences Qualifications: Bachelors or advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Finance or similar analytical major Critical thinking and problem-solving skills Experience manipulating, cleaning, and analyzing data Able to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment Effective communicator, both verbal and written (PowerPoint and Word) Experience in data tools (including SQL, Python, VBA, etc) is a plus Legally authorized to work in the US This is an in person opportunity based in Edina, MN.
What we offer: A career that you define.
Yes, we offer all the usual rewards and benefits - including medical, dental, vision, a wide variety of wellbeing offers, competitive salary, unlimited PTO, 401k with company match, paid volunteer days and more.
We provide an environment where new ideas are encouraged and celebrated, where people who want to have a real hand in our success thrive.
We want people who want to make a difference - not just in the workplace, but in the industry and in the wider community.
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