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Job Title:

2VP, Research & Modeling

Job ID:

788299

Location: CT-Hartford

Available Openings:

At Travelers, we-re committed to bringing our customers innovative insurance solutions that are in-synch with their ever-changing lives. We are constantly thinking ahead to determine how we can better meet the needs of our customers. That-s where you come in. As part of our Research & Modeling team, your work will help us shape tomorrow-s insurance industry.



We-re looking for talented individuals who have experience in managing research and modeling and want to work in a high-performance, cutting-edge environment. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers and opportunities for our employees. Travelers is full of energy with unlimited rewards if you are driven and passionate about what you do.



The 2VP, Research is responsible for leading a team of technical professionals engaged in research, data mining and predictive modeling efforts. Through the work of this team, Travelers is able to identify profitable and unprofitable segments of the business for pricing, underwriting and marketing action. This position is also responsible for directing and managing the research team as they conduct exploratory research in concepts relatively new to the insurance industry, including lifecycle underwriting and lifetime value of a customer household. In this capacity, the 2VP, Research supports the achievement of profit, expense and business objectives of the business line.



PRIMARY DUTIES:



- Provide technical leadership to the team. Translate high-level business needs into appropriate analysis to deliver actionable results on a tight time frame.

- Build and manage a strong analytics team. In this capacity, define positions, interview and select team members, establish performance metrics, challenge, mentor and coach staff.

- Identify potential research areas and evaluate their usefulness.

- Secure sponsorship/support for high potential pay-off projects.

- Write detailed research reports for senior management review/action.

- Manage multiple projects and all phases of a project

- Assist in implementation of results of analysis. Assistance to include working with internal support staff (e.g., technology staff, business centers, product management unit, finance, etc.) to ensure results are available to the end user.

- Manage vendors [contracts, projects and performance]

- Carry out administrative responsibilities including budgeting and expense management



EDUCATION/COURSE OF STUDY:



- Data Mining/predictive modeling experience

- Advanced degree (Ph. D., MA, and/or MS) in Mathematics/Statistics//Physics/Actuarial/Engineering



WORK EXPERIENCE:



- Clearly demonstrates specific knowledge requirements related to research and analysis.

- Is action-oriented in approach to solving business problems.

- Demonstrate a high degree of trust through demonstrated personal integrity, ethics and a commitment to doing the right thing.

- Ability to proactively recognize opportunities to achieve the best results.

- Solid strength in research leadership skills. Ability to look at things in new and innovative ways to benefit the business and positively impact profitability and sales results.

- Ability to communicate, present ideas and give direction related to this function in a clear and effective manner.

- Able to create a positive working environment within unit. Seek out opportunities that further develop self and/or staff members with critical knowledge and skills. Set clear standards of performance, track, evaluate and effectively communicate feedback to others.

- Commitment to excellence in research.

- Ability to work independently.

- Tenacity - ability to persist in an environment resistant to



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Job Title:

Sr. Consultant Advanced AnalyticsSelect - Business Intelligence & Analytics

Job ID:

788934

Location: CT-Hartford

Available Openings:

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



SUMMARY:



This position:

-Provides technical and quantitative analysis for the Select Business Intelligence Analytics group.

-Assists in predictive modeling, forecasting, optimization and other modeling and research by applying advanced statistical concepts with guidance from senior staff.

-Consults with business partners to understand analytic needs, and either collaborates with partners to complete analytic projects or enables partners to complete projects themselves.

-Uses computer technology, computer modeling, spreadsheet applications, software tools and programming languages.

-Models and analyzes statistical data and develops reports, spreadsheets and databases.

-Designs, writes and tests computer programs in model building.



PRIMARY DUTIES:



-Conduct statistical modeling and research.

-Interpret data and identify correlations using both univariate and multivariate analysis.

-Consult with business partners on issues requiring analysis including interaction ranging from training sessions, meeting facilitation, hypothesis generation and joint analysis of results.

-Communicate insights and findings with appropriate context to a broad array of customers and stakeholders.

-Participate in and take responsibility for analytic projects including overall design, analytical approach, mathematical calculations and technical implementation.

-Support the creation of an analytic culture across Select by participating in or taking responsibility for analytic tool training (e.g. data visualization tools), analytic user groups, and helping business partners discover the value of information in an unbiased, scientific manner.

-Provide front-line user support and assist business partners with sourcing training for advanced analytics tools.

-Perform programming in SAS, Excel, Access or company software to perform modeling activities.

-Offer recommendations to improve analyses.

-Participate in discussions regarding business strategy.



WORK EXPERIENCE:



Either 3 to 5 years statistical modeling experience or advanced statistical (or related) degree with 1 to 3 years of work experience



Solid understanding of database principles



Strong experience in quantitative analysis



Strong time management skills (works well with somewhat limited guidance)



Basic understanding of predictive modeling statistical methods



CERTIFICATES/DEGREES:



College degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, finance, actuarial science or equivalent



COMMUNICATION SKILLS:



Effective verbal and written communication skills



COMPUTER SKILLS:



Solid understanding of computers, SAS, Excel spreadsheets, Word and database software



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Job Title:

Senior Systems Engineer

Job ID:

790121

Location: CT-Hartford

Available Openings:

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



Position requires a very highly technical person, with a strong technical background in one or more open systems server platforms such as VMWare ESX, Microsoft Windows 2003/2008, Linux, or Solaris.



Industry certification in one or more open systems disciplines, such as MCSE, RHCE, VCP, EMC Proven, CCNP, or similar.



The position will be responsible for providing technical direction in our Storage Architecture group. This will include:

- Lead project or function teams

- Weigh cost benefit of possible projects and make recommendations on prioritization across enterprise.

- Selection of new technologies, and testing the various options against each other.

- Designing a production deployment of a selected technology.

- Assisting in the hands on deployment, generally in cooperation with a vendor or internal operations staff.

- Providing training to operational employees

- Working within budget constraints

- Consulting with internal customers.

- High level incident management or problem resolution services to internal support staff in the event of technical failure or issues.



Previous experience actually performing technical infrastructure related implementations in the open systems space. This experience must be hands on, non-management, non-programming experience.



Previous experience in an architectural or design role for technical infrastructure related implementations.



Knowledge of Fibre Channel storage networking is a plus.



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Job Title:

Project Manager

Job ID:

790804

Location: CT-Hartford

Available Openings:

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



This is an opportunity to join an established, growing, financially stable company. In this role, you will work independently and with teams of technical and business professionals on a variety of rewarding assignments. Our progressive setting will enable you to experience the rewards of supporting enterprise impacting initiatives/projects.



SUMMARY:

This position is the primary point of accountability to Business Partners and other parties for the management and implementation of the medium to large size Projects and/or Programs that support achievement of moderate to complex unit or corporate goals.



PRIMARY DUTIES:

- Controls planning and execution of the projects' or program's activities and resources

- Ensure that established cost, time, and quality goals are met

- Works with minimal supervision

- Responsible for applying advanced project management knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to project deliverables, processes, and systems in order to meet or exceed stakeholder needs and expectations

- Operates within defined parameters using a proven project management methodology with flexibility to merge different methodologies in accomplishing collective goals

- Project governance support and reporting



CORE SKILLS:

- Seasoned project management skills and competencies

- Excellent organization

- Detail oriented

- Solid written and verbal communications

- Excellent planning and follow through

- Self management

- Savvy with MS Office

- Experience with HPs PPM a plus

- Experience with Cognos reporting tool a plus



WORK EXPERIENCE:

- Information Technology and Project Management exposure/experience in the total Project life cycle with increasing levels of complexity.

- Typically possesses 10+ years experience with leading projects/programs



OTHER:

Experience in managing project/program teams in a matrixed environment. Active in the mentoring of members of the PM community. Develops and manages against project budget, scope and timeline.



COMPANY OVERVIEW:

We offer a competitive salary and bonus program and a full range of benefits including health, life, disability, dental, vision 401K, pension plan as well as a generous vacation and holiday schedule.



Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future. That-s Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We actively promote a drug-free workplace.



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Job Title:

Product Pricing Development Program Internship

Job ID:

791139

Location: CT-Hartford

Available Openings:

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



Product Pricing Development Program Internship



The Program



As a Product Pricing Development Program Intern you will play an integral role in the Product Management Organizations of Travelers!



Product Management provides interns with the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of fast paced projects and trainings.



Interns are assigned to a specific Product Management Team throughout the summer. Supervisors on the team will provide interns with a variety of projects while teaching the ins and outs of Personal Insurance and Business Insurance-Select Accounts.



In addition to project assignments, you will participate in technology, insurance, and leadership trainings, a mentor program, executive speaker and networking events, and Capstone Projects and presentations. All our internships are designed to be developmental, and top performers will be given the opportunity to interview for full-time positions upon graduation.



Internship



As a Product Management intern your responsibilities may include:



1. Applying various actuarial concepts to calculate rate indications and other statistical data to make recommendations for adequate pricing of products

2. Preparing pricing support models and templates

3. Analyzing the marketplace first hand, as well as through competitor and industry data

4. Quantifying the impact of pricing and underwriting decisions

5. Participating in the negotiation of pricing decisions with various distribution channels

6. Responding to Department of Insurance inquiries

7. Building and monitoring local agency strategy and performance

8. Participating in knowledge sharing and group development activities with peers



Requirements



Undergraduates studying for degrees in Risk Management Insurance, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Accounting and/or Statistics with a preferred GPA of 3.2 or greater



Experience with MS Access or Excel is a plus.



Ideal candidates will have the ability to deal with concepts and complexity comfortably, and the ability to drill down information and draw conclusions.



We are looking for individuals that want to grow with us. If you are looking for a fulfilling training and development experience, this program is for you!



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Job Title:

Actuary - Reserving and Loss Analytics

Job ID:

791243

Location: CT-Hartford

Available Openings:

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



Summary:

Provide analytical leadership in assigned actuarial unit, providing analytical insights to Actuarial leadership and Business unit partners. This position will require leading some analytical and product initiatives and contributing on Unit-wide initiatives with emphasis on critical thinking, relationship management, and quantitative analysis. Provides people leadership and management.



Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Job Components (may include but are not limited to):

- Recommend & book reserves. Communicates with Finance and appropriate units.

- Evaluate adequacy of loss, ALAE, and ULAE reserves.

- Identify loss trends

- Obtain detailed knowledge of key business partners including Claim, Underwriting, and

Pricing Actuaries, competitors; Able to leverage business knowledge in development

of analytic solutions.

- Forecast and interpret underwriting results to aid management in planning process.

Analyze and interpret trends.

- Execution of analytical strategy and building relationships with actuarial and nonactuarial

partners are required.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively on team projects.

- Effective communication with actuarial and business audiences regarding insights

from performed analytics. This position has responsibility for executing and

communicating actuarial initiatives performed on behalf of unit.

- Develops complex insurance analytics and solves problems: performance-based

metrics, data mining, pro-forma profit statements, econometric models based on

internal and external assumptions; and other innovative analytics methods. Able to

understand the basics of sophisticated analytics, including multivariate modeling.

- Enhances current procedures and creates new models to create world class analytics

- Leads others, attracts top talent, maximizes individual and team performance, and

holds others accountable and aligns rewards.

- Jointly developing personal performance goals with each staff member, providing

consistent feedback and coaching, and overall team skill development.

- Obtain detailed knowledge of company reports and business analytics

- Working with Underwriting, Senior Management, Reserving, Reinsurance and the

Financial unit, develop financial business plans and business strategies.

- Manage or participate in key/complex actuarial projects, including cross-company

actuarial initiatives.

- Present projects to senior level underwriting and actuarial management.

- Drives projects to their successful conclusion and communicates results.



Education / Work Experience:

- College Degree in actuarial science, mathematics, economics or statistics or

equivalent.

- Prior management experience

- Preferably has achieved Fellowship (9 exams).

- Strong PC skills: Excel, Access, PowerPoint & Word.

- Strong understanding of databases and data extraction.



Other:

- Demonstrate strong actuarial analysis and reporting skills.

- Strong understanding of actuarial and other insurance related models (i.e. property

CAT, ROE and RBC models).

- Solid understanding of financial reporting, both GAAP and Stat. Sound understanding

of income statements and balance sheets.

- Experience with financial modeling and forecasting.

- Strong understanding of insurance products and marketplace conditions and how

they impact financial models and results.

- Strong understanding of regulatory environment.

- Crisp and confident communications including analysis



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Job Title:

Senior Project Director

Job ID:

791256

Location: CT-Hartford

Available Openings:

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



Summary



Travelers Claim Systems is currently engaged in a large scale multiyear Claim Platform Strategy effort to replace system platforms to provide new flexibility and technology enablement to our business partners. The Sr. Project Director is the single point of accountability for the management and implementation of a program and underlying projects that will support the Claim Platform Strategy. This position is responsible for working with Business Partners or other parties to identify and implement large and highly complex projects, as defined by the Travelers Enterprise Programs project definition, that support achievement of enterprise and/or strategic corporate goals. Controls planning and execution of the project's activities and resources to ensure that established cost, time, and quality goals are met. The project manager works independently and is responsible for applying expert project management knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to project deliverables, processes, and systems in order to meet or exceed stakeholder needs and expectations. The project manager operates within defined parameters using a proven project management methodology with flexibility to merge different methodologies in accomplishing collective goals



Primary Duties and Responsibilities



Responsible for assembling project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying and managing appropriate resources needed, and developing and managing schedule to ensure timely and meeting deadlines of project(s).

Responsible for managing project budget and achieving cost targets.

Responsible for quality management and control.

Responsible for the development and execution of the project's communication plan.

Manages project risks and scope and identifies and resolves issues which may impact the project results.

Prepares and reports timely project status to appropriate stakeholders.

Builds and leverages effective alliances across technical and business community.



Other



Technical Knowledge

Has a thorough understanding of the business that the assigned projects are supporting. Uses this understanding of the business and systems environment to develop appropriate and timely solutions to daily issues. Has conceptual knowledge of varying technologies and/or application development and the ability to make decisions based on that knowledge.



Business Knowledge & Partnership

Provides direction and effectively leads by example to ensure that all services are meeting the stated business objectives on a timely basis with excellent quality, at a reasonable cost. Keeps all project team members informed of developments affecting their function. Demonstrates flexibility, anticipates customer needs, and effectively communicates in a manner consistent with the audience (verbal, written and presentation ability).



Problem Solving & Decision Making

Demonstrates advanced analytical and diagnostic skills dealing with issues that are often novel and not readily defined, lack known precedent or appear contradictory. Able to develop solutions by applying accepted processes or creating new approaches to leverage technology from abstract information. Has excellent negotiation skills. Sees the big picture, and is fully aware of technology and business directions. Has department, corporate and project team objectives in focus while identifying and removing barriers. Optimizes the use of all available resources.



Team Orientation

Maintains effective partnerships across the department, and is able to influence management, peers and project staff through an inclusive style, leadership ability and recognition of their abilities and knowledge. Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Puts success of team above own interest. Leadership

Manages cross-functional objectives and/or priorities supporting assigned projects. Responsibilities are assigned with considerable latitude for decision making. Results reviewed periodically according to predefined objectives.



Planning and Project Management

Works with the project sponsor in prioritizing and managing scope. Executes the project tasks using a defined set of tools and the Delivery Methodology. Able to follow a defined process for scope changes, risk management, issue management and other proposed changes in priorities from the business partner or other parties.



Financial Awareness

Manages and has input to the project budget including the tracking of actuals to budget and reporting to stakeholders.



Human Resource Management

Acts as a mentor and provides leadership by example. Able to balance the workload of team members and direct individuals of varying abilities. Effectively motivates project staff to exert the effort necessary to attain project goals. Demonstrates a capacity to recognize, value and respect differences across a diverse work force.



Education/Work Experience



Bachelors degree and PMI/PMP designation preferred. 15+ years of project experience desired.



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Job Title:

Information Architect/Data Modeler

Job ID:

791269

Location: CT-Hartford

Available Openings:

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



Job Description:

The Travelers is one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you can truly make a difference.



SUMMARY



This position is within the Claim Information Architecture team in Claim Systems. The primary function of this position is to provide project level data modeling, and modeling support to the Information Architecture team, for projects across the Travelers Claim Systems landscape. This includes, but is not limited to reviewing project requirements, working with Business Analysts, Technical and Functional Leads, Project Mangers, and Business SME-s, to translate project business requirements into data model solutions. Additional responsibilities include supporting the artifact generation and maintenance for other Information Architects and Claim Systems team members. This is an excellent opportunity for the right person looking to join a highly skilled team, using state of the art technology, designing state of the art applications for mission critical business processes.



WORK EXPERIENCE



· Extensive experience in logical, access, and physical modeling.

· Experience with dimensional data modeling.

· Proficiency using (CA) AllFusion ERWin modeling software.

· Understanding of Model Management practices, experience with Model Manager desired.

· Experience in data analysis and mapping.

· Understanding of the creation and usage of metadata.

· Experience in creating and maintaining end to end data architectures, desired but not required.

· Excellent communication and facilitation skills.

· Team oriented with excellent collaboration skills.

· Attention to detail, and a commitment to quality work.

· Experience with data warehouse, business intelligence and analytics products desired.

· Experience in Property Casualty insurance, especially Claims desired.



PRIMARY DUTIES:

· Provide data modeling solutions and support while adhering to and promoting standards.

· Adopt and communicate new concepts, ideas, techniques, best practices and technology assistance.

· Serve as a resource on matters of database design to business and IT staff in all phases of database development.

· Provide guidance to development application areas by applying knowledge of database design.

· Create/maintain the data architecture to increase the robustness, performance, and scalability of systems.

· Contribute to and provide direction for the design and development of the data layer.

· Responsible for the development and maintenance of logical data models and physical database designs applied across multiple computing environments (e.g., host based, client server, distributed, and warehouse environments).

· Collaborate in product evaluations and Proof of Concepts.

· Research and document information architecture standards and best practices.

· Work with various customers to understand and translate business use cases and/or requirements into data models, data flow diagrams, and scenario models.

· Ensure that data dictionaries are maintained holistically by partnering with Data Management.

· Participate in data definition and data management reviews.



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Job Title:

2VP, Project Managment

Job ID:

791502

Location: CT-Hartford

Available Openings:

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



SUMMARY:

Manage and oversee a Program Management Office (PMO) for Business Insurance. Supervise, develop, recruit and retain project management staff. This position is the primary point of accountability to Business partners and other parties for the management and implementation of large and complex Projects and Programs in support of strategic priorities. Develop and implement future state organization for Project Services. Manages change across the Project Services organization and with business partners, and influence at all levels across the organization. Participates on Steering Committees for key



WORK EXPERIENCE:

Typically possesses a minimum of ten years of experience in leading complex, highly-matrixed organizations. Also has significant depth in Project Management with proven track record in developing effective PMOs.



Typically has extensive experience in utilizing vendor resources to complete Project work. Vendor relationship management could be fairly complex due to number of vendors, nature of contracting, and/or other engagement parameters.



Manages team development, very active in the mentoring of members of the PM community, typically has direct management responsibility of PMs.



Provides significant contribution to internal enterprise standard setting. Promotes adoption of industry standards and best practices. Introduces and coaches on new Project Management techniques.



Charged with mid-Project recovery of at risk Projects. Recommends rescoping, postponement, or cancellation as needed. Conducts root cause analysis and implements recovery actions. Provides substantive feedback to organizational learnings regarding improving Project Management execution.



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Job Title:

Economist

Job ID:

791525

Location: CT-Hartford;MN-St. Paul

Available Openings:

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.



That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.



Position: Middle Market Actuarial Loss Analytics - Economist



Summary

This position provides a challenging and exciting leadership opportunity to join the Travelers Middle Market Actuarial unit. The Travelers Middle Market organization is a significant part of Travelers Business Insurance and is comprised of 8 distinct businesses with gross premium in excess of $5 billion. Travelers Business Insurance wrote $12.6 billion in gross premiums and generated $2.3 billion in operating income for 2008.



This position is responsible for pioneering the integration of advanced econometric modeling in the development of ultimate loss estimates for all lines of business and all business units within Middle Market. This role is part of the newly formed Loss Analytics unit of Middle Market Actuarial and will report directly to the Middle Market Loss Analytic Lead Actuary. This role will require close working relationships with the Business, Product and Data units within Middle Market Actuarial, as well as the business leadership outside of Middle Market Actuarial.



The Loss Analytics unit is responsible for developing unbiased estimates of the ultimate loss associated with products sold. Additionally, this unit is responsible for delivering leading indicators and business intelligence to Middle Market and Actuarial Senior Leadership. The understanding of loss content changes will include an analysis of external econometric and legal indices and of internal claim process changes. Loss content estimates will be made at various levels including: line of business, business unit, product, coverage, industry, region and state. The knowledge and analytics developed in the loss analytic process will be leveraged as the basis for making loss reserve estimates.



As the leader of the Loss Analytics economic modeling efforts, this position is responsible for the execution of the responsibilities listed below.



Specific Responsibilities:

Lead the Development of Econometric Analyses in Middle Market

Identify key econometric drivers of covered insurance losses for all lines of business. Collaborate with Loss Analytic actuaries to measure the impact of economic drivers and implement processes to measure, monitor and reflect the impact of a changing economic environment. Closely related to this analytical role is the effective communication of findings and the delivery of clear, actionable business intelligence to Middle Market Senior Management.



The core responsibilities of the Loss Analytic unit include:

1) Research and identify key econometric measures that demonstrate a correlation with business insurance losses;

2) Work with actuarial colleagues to quantify the impact of changes in key economic drivers;

3) Identify and utilize external econometric and legal indices in the loss estimation process;

4) Recognize how external influences may affect the claim, underwriting and other internal functions;

5) Understand and leverage data and analytics from across Middle Markets and the Enterprise;

6) Research and identify unique economic trends of specific industry segments and work with actuaries and business professionals to evaluate their impact on results;

7) Develop an understanding of the loss estimation process and various functions within the insurance organization;

8) Communicate and educate actuarial and business leaders on the dynamics of the economic environment and its impact on ultimate loss.



General Responsibilities

1) Apply advanced statistical concepts and data analysis methods in innovative research and modeling;

2) Independently work on projects but may direct additional analysts as required;

3) Assist in developing new approaches to business problems using advanced statistical techniques and indentifying new ways to apply statistical methodologies;

4) Some potential research topics include:

a. Examination of the impact of unemployment on covered losses (ex Workers Compensation claims);

b. Identifying correlations of inflationary metrics and insurance loss severity;

c. Identification of key cost drivers for medical costs, lost wages and other major cost components of Workers Compensation and Bodily Injury claims;

d. Evaluation of the impact of regulatory/law changes in key jurisdictions and its impact on lawsuits affecting claim frequency and severity;

e. Explore the impact of changing economic conditions and insured claim filing behavior.



Qualifications

1) Highly developed strategic, critical thinking, and relationship management skills.

2) Highly developed analytical and problem solving skills. Able to perform credible analyses using sound judgment and reasoning to draw conclusions leading to the selection of the best solution from a review of strategic alternatives.

3) Work effectively both independently and in a team environment.

4) Collaborate effectively with multiple customers in multiple locations.

5) Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to present subjects clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

6) Develop effective working relationships with colleagues across Middle Markets and Actuarial.

7) Work effectively on several concurrent efforts.

8) Positive, achievement oriented attitude.

9) A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

10) Well-organized and detailed-oriented.

11) 5 or more years of applied econometric analysis experience in an insurance company or similar business environment.

12) Strong understanding of mathematics and statistical concepts.

13) Advanced degree (MA/PhD) in economics or related discipline.



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