Catastrophe Modeler

Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join Guy Carpenter. This role will be based in Taipei. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

With the increasing uncertainty associated with catastrophe risks (both natural and man-made), catastrophe models are an integral part of catastrophe risk management. These roles evaluate exposure data and model catastrophe losses for client portfolios so that brokers can advise their clients on their insurance or reinsurance needs. As an entry-level individual contributor, a Catastrophe Modeler is ready to apply the knowledge acquired via an advanced education and to start to develop professional skills with the help of a manager and more experienced team members.

We will count on you to:

• Gathers, organizes and reviews raw exposure data from the client for use in catastrophe risk analyses to calculate risk exposure and potential loss that may occur due to natural and man-made catastrophes.
• Assists in performing basic analyses with some guidance from senior project team members, using existing catastrophe risk models to provide data sets that can be analyzed and used by senior project team members.
• Assists senior project team members in preparing and formatting summaries, presentations and reports in order to summarize potential risk and loss results for the client.
• Assists in conducting research and summarizes industry publications and scientific papers of specific or regional perils in order to provide additional sources of information used for analyses and client reports.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree or above, ideally in Geography, Risk Management, Business Analytics or related discipline. Overseas education experience is preferred
• Desire to learn and further develop in the broader risk management field.
• Excellent analytical and data skills with the ability to multitask and balance priorities.
• Outstanding computer and technical skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office especially working with Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, independent and diligent.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English and Chinese.
• Open to recent graduates with relevant internship experience.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.