Actuarial Analyst

About the role

Howden Re is a global reinsurance broker and risk, capital and strategic advisor. As an Actuarial Analyst you will develop proficiency in standard analyses and take part in more advanced ones as needed. You will become familiar with Howden Re's tools and approach, contribute to their development and present solutions and services to clients.

Key responsibilities

• Work across analytics, brokers and other functions to identify and respond to client needs and develop opportunities related to products and services
• Collect and manipulate data in spreadsheets and other database applications
• Prepare client-ready presentations to communicate analysis results to brokers and clients
• Understand reinsurance contracts and products, including terminology and terms and conditions
• Manage workflow proactively and take initiative on internal projects to improve processes, products or services
• Own the quality, accuracy and timely completion of analyses
• Contribute to a "Team First" culture and help colleagues without prompting

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university with a 3.0 or higher GPA; an advanced degree is a huge plus
• 0-2 years of experience in the (re)insurance industry
• Actuarial exams and a prior actuarial internship are a plus
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future

Required skills

• Aptitude for analysis, database management and programming; a minor in computer science or at least two programming classes is strongly preferred
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Initiative, teamwork and ability to drive projects to a successful conclusion