Catastrophe Risk Analyst
Gallagher Re
Chicago, ILFresher2h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
Gallagher Re is seeking a Catastrophe Risk Analyst 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, to gain skills in reinsurance broking and risk management. The program start date is July 2027, with potential for early starts. This is a full-time role with a hybrid work schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with clients to audit, enhance, and model insurance company data sets.
- Explain model outputs and prepare written reports.
- Present analysis summaries to internal and external clients.
- Provide real-time event response and analysis of catastrophic events.
- Analyze vast data sets to uncover insights and develop risk solutions.
- Participate in web-based and in-person seminars.
- Work towards attaining the ARe (Associate in Reinsurance) designation within 18 months of hire.
- 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 and attention to detail.
- Flexibility to travel to Rolling Meadows, IL, five (5) times for training (all expenses covered).
Nice-to-Haves
- Computer programming skills (e.g., SQL, VBA, R).
- Previous internship or work experience in a related field.
- Knowledge of or curiosity about the reinsurance broking and risk management industry.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive benefits programs.
- Career development opportunities and ongoing learning.
- Collaborative culture with accessible leadership.
- Opportunity for meaningful work with global reach.