Senior Catastrophe Analyst

2 weeks ago

Boston, MA, United States Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Full time
Who are we?
A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway's insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character.

We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world?

Learn more about our unique culture and history.

Job Opportunity:

At BHSI, you'll work with our growing Catastrophe Engineering and Analytics (CAT E&A) team to determine and present BHSI's view of the catastrophe risk for individual accounts as well as to assist with catastrophe risk assessment for the company's global property portfolio. You'll make an impact on the team by analyzing individual accounts using vendor models and internal models and tools, assisting with individual underwriting decisions, and accumulation analyses. As a member of the CAT team, you will also work in functional groups to help refine BHSI's internal view of catastrophe risk. The this role can be based in our San Ramon, Boston, or Atlanta office, and will report to the Lead of US Accounts.

We are interested in candidates at the Senior Catastrophe Analyst level, but we will also consider candidates at the Catastrophe Analyst level.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Complete CAT assessment on individual accounts using vendor models and internal models and tools.
  • Explain CAT modeling concepts and results to underwriters to inform risk decisions.
  • Conduct periodic training for underwriters.
  • Work with team to incorporate BHSI's view of risk into CAT modeling tools and platform.
  • Provide guidance to India account modeling operations.
  • Help to improve account evaluation process and tools.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
  • 1-5+ years of relevant experience.
  • Effective written and oral communication skills in reaching both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Skilled in analysis and critical thinking.
  • Detail oriented with the mindset to validate results, question inconsistencies, present alternatives, and back up opinions.
  • Ability to work in a cross-functional and multi-location team.
  • Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Engineering or Meteorology; Advanced degree is preferred.
  • Experience with Verisk (AIR) Touchstone preferred; Verisk or Moody's (RMS) experience required for Senior Catastrophe Analyst.
  • Experience in SQL and understanding of Verisk data structure preferred, required for Senior Catastrophe Analyst.
  • Advanced understanding of natural perils such as earthquake, tropical cyclone, severe thunderstorm preferred.
BHSI Offers:
  • A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates.
  • A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates, and our other stakeholders.
  • A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework.
  • Benefits that support your life and well-being, which include:
    • Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
    • Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term)
    • Life Insurance (for you and your family)
    • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (for you and your family)
    • Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company Match
    • Generous holiday and Paid Time Off
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Paid Parental Leave


The base salary range for this position in San Ramon, Boston, and Atlanta is $100,000 to $140,000, along with annual bonus eligibility. Total compensation for a candidate is determined by their relevant skills, location, and experience. We value our teammates - both their capabilities and character - as demonstrated by our amazing culture.

NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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