Market Research Analyst
Farmington Hills, MI - USA
Job Summary
Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners policyholders and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company Amerisures promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses as well as the health and safety of every employee. With an A.M. Best A (Excellent) rating Amerisure serves mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction manufacturing and healthcare. Ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States we proudly manage nearly $1 Billion of Direct Written Premium and maintain $1.21 billion in surplus.
We are recruiting for a Market Research Analyst to join our team ideally in Farmington Hills MI or Dallas TX. This is a hybrid position working 3 days in the office and 2 from home.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Market Research Analyst supports the underwriting strategy team by transforming external market intelligence into clear actionable insights. This role evaluates competitor behavior market segment performance and geographic trends to guide pricing risk selection and portfolio optimization. The analyst collaborates across underwriting actuarial and product teams to advance strategic initiatives and support profitable growth.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct ongoing competitive intelligence using external data sources industry reports regulatory filings and public financials.
Analyze competitor underwriting strategies pricing movements appetite shifts and product positioning.
Monitor macroeconomic demographic and regulatory trends that influence insurance demand risk exposure and market dynamics.
Track developments in Middle Market Property & Casualty and interpret implications for underwriting strategy.
Evaluate market segment performance across core geographies and lines of business to inform growth strategies.
Build geographic analyses to identify expansion opportunities concentration risks and regional performance patterns.
Collect and analyze data to assess existing and potential market segments and emerging opportunities.
Synthesize complex datasets into concise insights that inform underwriting guidelines product development and strategic planning.
Investigate competitive landscapes business issues and data challenges to deliver actionable recommendations.
Partner with underwriting actuarial and product teams to translate research findings into strategic initiatives.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather relevant information and validate insights.
Develop dashboards scorecards newsletters and presentations to communicate findings and trends.
Utilize analytical models metrics and visualizations to evaluate results and support decisionmaking.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in business economics statistics or related field or equivalent experience.
2 years of experience in insurance financial services or market research; Commercial property & casualty insurance experience preferred.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience using tools such as Qlik Sense WebFocus Databricks Power Query Python SQL SAS or similar platforms.
Ability to interpret external data sources and communicate insights clearly and effectively.
Strong planning organizational decisionmaking and communication skills.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of market research methodologies and practices.
Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with crossfunctional teams.
Ability to lead discussions deliver presentations and translate technical findings for nontechnical audiences.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to function in a fast paced highly visible and changing environment.
High degree of independence initiative and accountability.
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Just as we are committed to creating exceptional value for our Partners For Success agencies and policyholders Amerisure also remains committed to being an employer of choice. We reinforce this commitment by adhering to an Employee Value Proposition that in part is provided through a competitive total rewards package. This package includes competitive base pay performance-based incentive pay comprehensive health and welfare benefits a 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing and generous paid time off programs. We also offer flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance. Recognized as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation and one of Business Insurance magazines Best Places to Work in Insurance we provide a workplace that fosters excellence and professional growth. If you are looking for a collaborative and rewarding career Amerisure is looking for you.
Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Amerisure provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion sex (to include sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local laws. Amerisure complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations where the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training. Amerisure prohibits harassment or discrimination of any kind and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful harassment or discrimination. Amerisure prohibits retaliation against anyone who reports discrimination participates in an investigation or opposes unlawful practices. Any improper interference with an employees ability to perform their job duties may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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About Company
Amerisure provides commercial property and casualty insurance for U.S.-based construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and wholesale and distribution businesses.