Catastrophe Risk Analyst
Gallagher Re
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About the Role
Gallagher Re is seeking Catastrophe Risk Analysts to join their REACH 2027 Program. This is a 24-month structured learning and development program designed for upcoming and recent college graduates, as well as career changers. The program aims to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in reinsurance broking and risk management. The start date for the REACH Program is July 2027.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with clients to audit, enhance, and model insurance company data sets.
- Explain model outputs and prepare written reports to communicate complex concepts.
- Present analysis summaries to internal and external clients.
- Provide real-time event response and analysis of catastrophic events.
- Analyze data sets to uncover insights and develop risk mitigation solutions.
- Participate in web-based and in-person seminars to expand industry knowledge.
- Work towards attaining the ARe (Associate in Reinsurance) designation within 18 months of hire, along with other necessary licenses.
- Support clients in navigating challenges and finding coverage solutions.
- Assist clients during unexpected losses.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Business Analytics, Business Statistics, Data Science, Earth Science, Geography, Topography, Risk Management).
- Advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, macros, conditional formatting, statistical modeling).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Flexibility to travel to Rolling Meadows, IL, five times for training (travel expenses covered).
- Computer programming skills (e.g., SQL, VBA, R) are a plus.
- Previous internship or work experience in a related field is a plus.
- Knowledge of or curiosity about the reinsurance broking and risk management industry is a plus.
Program Structure
- This is a full-time role with a hybrid work schedule.
- Participants will gain direct access to the Executive Team, mentors, trainers, and colleagues.
- All hours spent in training are paid.