- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Type
- Full-time
- Source
- Workday
Description
Job Summary
Development Opportunities:
• First hand exposure to cat modelling workflows, methodologies, analytics and exposure management.
• Insight into how cat modelling supports business strategy and risk management.
• Mentorship and informal learning from experienced professionals.
Job Description
Company Description
IGI - International General Insurance Co. Ltd. is a leading international specialist commercial insurer and reinsurer with a global portfolio of Energy, Property, Construction & Engineering, Ports & Terminals, Marine, Financial Institutions, General Aviation, Professional Indemnity, Casualty, Directors’ and Officers’, Legal Expenses, Political Violence, Contingency and Treaty Reinsurance. Registered in Bermuda as a limited liability company, with operational headquarters in Amman, Jordan and offices in London, Malta, Bermuda, Norway, Dubai, Kuala Lumpur and Casablanca, we aim to deliver outstanding levels of service to our clients and brokers.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Cat Manager in the monthly roll-up process, including supporting the production of Cat exposure and modelling reports for all relevant peril regions.
Contribute to projects that facilitate the internal cat modelling workflows.
Develop a strong knowledge of Cat modelling methodologies, Verisk models and modelling results.
Assist in capturing risks in the Cat model, particularly during periods where the Amman office is not available.
Support the wider Exposure team (based in Amman) in modelling catastrophe exposures and understanding modelled loss estimates.
Clearly communicate insights, findings, and recommendation to various stakeholders.
Maintain and enhance the Cat exposure modelling process.
Support the delivery of event response reports to the business.
Become familiar with Verisk database data and learn to write SQL scripts.
Key Attributes & Professional Qualifications
Essential:
A degree in Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Strong interest in insurance and natural hazards.
Strong technical problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret exposure and loss metrics.
Familiarity with insurance and reinsurance terminology.
Eagerness to learn through observation and discussion.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Solid foundation in mathematics, probability, and statistical analysis.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, with strong skills in Excel.
Desirable:
Experience with SQL and data visualisation tools such as Power BI.
Knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g. R, Python, VBA)
Proficiency in Verisk Touchstone.
Knowledge of Cat modelling methodologies
Conduct Rules
SMCR was introduced by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), includes a set of Conduct Rules that apply to most employees in UK financial services firms. These rules aim to improve individual accountability and promote a healthy culture across the industry.
Individual Conduct Rules
These are the core five rules that apply to all employees
Act with integrity
Act with due skill, care and diligence
Be open and cooperative with the FCA, PRA, and other regulators
Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly
Observe proper standards of market conduct