Senior Catastrophe Modeler - REMOTE

The Senior Catastrophe Modeler supports the integrity and effectiveness of catastrophe modeling processes and data within K2. This role is responsible for analyzing and assessing the potential impact of natural and man-made disasters on business operations, while partnering closely with underwriting teams to model individual accounts and develop import templates. The position also involves building and enhancing complex modeling systems, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, and delivering strategic insights to help mitigate, optimize, and manage risk across the organization., * Take responsibility for the processes which form the basis of exposure and modelling reporting within K2. This includes maintaining data integrity between warehousing, aggregate, cat modelling and reporting systems.

• Maintain catastrophe models to evaluate the potential impact of natural and man-made disasters on our organization’s assets, including property, infrastructure, and other relevant areas.
• Analyze large datasets, historical data, and scientific research to assess the probability and severity of various catastrophic events, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, and terrorism.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including actuaries, underwriters, and risk managers, to understand their requirements and incorporate them into the Exposure Management function.
• Validate and calibrate catastrophe models using historical event data and industry benchmarks, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Provide expertise and guidance on catastrophe risk assessment to senior management, assisting in the development of risk management strategies/policies and portfolio optimization.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in catastrophe modelling techniques, tools, and industry best practices, and recommend enhancements to existing models or implementation of new models as appropriate.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and visualizations to effectively communicate complex risk assessments and recommendations to stakeholders and external parties.

Do you have experience in SQL?, * Expertise in RMS and/or Verisk’s AIR catastrophe model vendor platform

• Strong technical problem-solving skills with ability to interpret modelled results with business leaders
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated to work independently or in a team as needed; ability to prioritize workload, * College degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Finance/General Business or Engineering or equivalent education and/or experience
• 4+ years of catastrophic modeling and management reporting experience
• Strong Excel, Access, PowerPoint and SQL knowledge

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• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, K2 Insurance Services offers the opportunity to join an established company in growth mode. Our compensation program includes competitive pay; bonus plan; medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time-off in year of hire; and a 401(k) with employer match.