Catastrophe Risk Analyst
Gallagher Re
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About the Role
Gallagher Re is seeking a Catastrophe Risk Analyst to join our REACH Program, starting July 2027. This 24-month structured learning and development program is designed for upcoming and recent college graduates, and career changers, to build skills in reinsurance broking and risk management. The role offers access to executive teams, mentors, and colleagues, 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 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 management solutions.
- Participate in seminars to expand industry knowledge.
- Work towards attaining an ARe (Associate in Reinsurance) designation within 18 months, 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, including:
- Creating formulas
- Pivot tables
- Macros
- Conditional formatting
- Statistical modeling
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail.
- Flexibility to travel to Rolling Meadows, IL, five (5) times for training (all 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.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive benefits programs.
- Career development opportunities and ongoing learning.
- Collaborative, people-first culture.
- Opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact.