Lead Analyst, Risk Intelligence
Richmond, VA - USA
Job Summary
What part will you play If youre looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference youve found it.
The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities and youll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. Were always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! The Lead Analyst Risk Intelligence s responsible for translating risk insight into practical decision support to help Markels decentralized leadership remain within established guardrails while anticipating emerging threats. This role is responsible for executing the technical work that connects emerging risk market intelligence and stress and scenario work with Markels business planning and global capital modeling. The goal is to make risk foresight routine reliable and decision-ready.Key Responsibilities
Intelligence Production: Draft the Quarterly Markel Intelligence Report synthesizing industry trends macro drivers and internal data and perspectives into concise summaries for the Board.
Horizon Scanning & AI Integration:Develop andoperatean always-on scanning rhythm that combines humanexpertisewith agentic AI to separate noise from material threatsand proactively communicate actionable insights.
Stress & Scenario Analysis: Design parameterizeand execute stress scenarios parameterizing scenarios that feed into both the ORSA(Markel Group and Markel Insurance)and CISSA (Bermuda) filings.
Risk Appetite:Help develop risk tolerances supporting Markels riskappetite andimplement relevant Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) tomonitorexposure against appetite.
Leadership Input: Support the Director in designing andfacilitatingscenario workshops interviewssurveysand tabletop exercises withunderwriting and other leaders across the organization.
Cross-Functional Engagement: Partner with Underwriting Actuarial Finance and Capital Modeling teams to integrate risk intelligence into portfolio management business planning and decision-making.
Agile Project Execution: Deliver on quarterly milestones in a fast-paced environment managing competing priorities to ensure rapid incident response and decision-ready briefs for senior leaders.
Required Skills & Experience
Insurance Background:5years of experience in insurance risk actuarial or strategyor other analyticalroles.
Exceptional Communication:A track recordof producing high-caliber concise written materials for executive forums; the ability to translate technical uncertainty into clear business narratives.
Attention to Detail:Meticulous approach to quality control ensuring that exposure data isaccurateand that lead time from signal to approved action is minimized.
Technical Proficiency:Skilled in analytics (e.g. Excel SQL Python)Powerpoint andvisualization tools (e.g. Tableau Power BI).
Project Management & Pace:Proven ability to manage complex multi-stakeholder information gathering while meeting rigorous deadlines in a high-volume environment.
Education & Certification
Education:Bachelors degree in a quantitative or risk-related discipline (Finance Economics Mathematics etc.) is.
Certifications:Professional designations such as CPCU ARM FRM or Actuarial credentials or progress toward them are highly preferred.
US Work Authorization
US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future.
Pay information:
Base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education job-relevant experience training licensure demonstrated competencies geographic location and other factors. The national average salary for theLead Analyst Risk Intelligence position is $116080 - $159610 with 25% bonus potential.
Who we are:
Markel Group (NYSE MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20 countries is a holding company for insurance reinsurance specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.
Were all about people We win together We strive for better
We enjoy the everyday We think further
Whats in it for you:
In keeping with the values of the Markel Style we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.
We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees needs at all stages of life.
All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life disability and AD&D insurance.
We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions an Employee Stock Purchase Plan PTO corporate holidays and floating holidays parental leave.
Are you ready to play your part
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