Director, Research and Modeling - Commercial Lines Insurance Job

Hartford, CT

 

Insurance Job Description

Our client is one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Their superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns means security for their customers - and opportunities for their employees. Their work environment is one full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference. They currently offer an opportunity to be part of their exciting culture. The Senior Consultant, Research & Modeling provides technical and quantitative analysis for predictive modeling group.  Required to lead in-depth efforts applying and implementing predictive modeling results. Directs analysts in research and predictive modeling projects.   Assists in statistical data mining and other actuarial research by applying advanced statistical concepts.  Assists in designing reports to enhance analysis. Designs, writes and tests computer programs in model-building. Participates in and is responsible for projects requiring advanced statistical analyses, innovative research, mathematical calculations and technical skills. Directs projects that have significant financial impact and may present to senior level management. 

Director, Research & Modeling Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research and predictive modeling.

  • Interpret data and identify correlations using both univariate and multivariate analysis.

  • Participate and influence results in discussions regarding underwriting strategy.

  • Communicate results and their implications to business centers.

  • Organize and lead effort of responding to inquiries from business areas.

  • Oversees programming in SAS, VBA, Excel, Access or company software.

  • Participates in and is responsible for advanced projects.

  • Present findings to underwriting and actuarial management. 

Director, Research & Modeling Qualifications:

  • College degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, finance, actuarial science or equivalent.

  • Advanced degree in statistics (or related) or professional actuarial designation a plus.

  • Generally 7+ years of research, modeling or actuarial experience.

  • Strong understanding of insurance related modeling and data.

  • Strong project management skills. Knowledge of insurance products and operations.

  • Basic understanding of accounting principles and solid understanding of financial reporting.

  • Solid understanding of regulatory environment

  • Proven management of staff.

Please contact Scot Dickerson for immediate confidential consideration and additional details. If you would like to submit your resume for this insurance job, please click HERE and attach your resume as a Microsoft Word document.

Capstone Insurance Search Group is a search firm dedicated to the insurance industry. We work nationally with expertise that spans top executives, middle management and technical level positions. We can provide assistance with a variety of product lines to include Property and Casualty, Life, Health, Disability, Annuity and Pension. We will provide you with a service that is of the highest degree of confidentiality, professionalism and integrity.