Director of Predictive Analytics Insurance

JOIN OUR TEAM AS DIRECTOR OF PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS

At Orion180 we believe the future of insurance belongs to organizations that can transform data into a deeper understanding of risk. Predictive and predictive modeling are not a support functionthey are core strategic capability dictates how we grow price risk optimize our portfolio and maintain a sustainable competitive advantage.

As the Director of Predictive Analytics for property catastrophe insurance you will lead our data science and modeling teams to measure price and manage risks from natural catastrophes and man-made this role you will shape Orion180s view of risk by overseeing the development of advanced AI-driven statistical and machine learning models that influence underwriting strategy ratemaking portfolio management claims forecasting and business planning.

Positioned as a key leader within Enterprise Risk Management you will drive initiatives that support our expansion into new markets and products. This role is both strategic and hands-on offering a unique opportunity to join a growing organization where your work has direct executive visibility and measurable business impact.

WHAT YOULL DO:

• Predictive Model Development: Build and oversee machine learning models to predict the frequency and severity of property damage from natural disasters.
• Catastrophe Modeling Management: Establish and lead an analytics team to develop high-resolution supplementary analytical tools underwriting solutions pricing frameworks and hazard maps.
• Exposure & Risk Validation: Assist the exposure management and risk accumulation teams in validating and adjusting vendor and in-house models to develop a consistent view of climate risks pricing reserving and capital models.
• Stakeholder Communication: Translate complex analytical findings and modeling concepts into clear actionable business strategies for executive leadership.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Underwriting Actuarial Claims Finance and Risk Management teams to ensure pricing and risk appetite align with corporate goals.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR:

Education & Experience

• Masters degree in Statistics Data Science Mathematics Engineering Actuarial Science or a related quantitative field with 7 years of relevant experience (PhD preferred).
• Proven track record of developing deploying and monitoring predictive models within the property catastrophe insurance space.
• Deep understanding of global reinsurance markets regulatory environments and commercial vendor models (e.g. RMS AIR Worldwide KatRisk).

Technical Skills

• Programming & Frameworks: Proficiency in Python R and SQL along with machine learning frameworks (e.g. scikit-learn Random Forests XGBoost).
• Statistical Modeling: Advanced knowledge of pricing models Generalized Linear Models (GLMs) and time-series forecasting for claims or weather-driven perils.
• Geospatial Analytics: Background in GIS and geospatial modeling.
• Cloud & MLOps: Experience building scalable data pipelines and managing models within cloud environments (AWS Azure or GCP) using MLOps tools (e.g. MLflow SageMaker Vertex AI).
• Governance: Familiarity with insurance model governance compliance and documentation standards

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU:

Join Our Team & Make an Impact! At Orion180 we dont just meet expectations we exceed them. If youre ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a growing forward-thinking company apply today!

• Dynamic Environment: On-site role with a fast-paced and collaborative team culture. Results-driven office where your contributions make a real impact.
• Compensation: Competitive base pay and performance bonuses.
• Career Growth: Mentorship growth tracks and professional development.
• Benefits: Medical dental vision 401k paid holidays PTO and more!

The office environment is fast-paced and collaborative. An employee must be willing and able to work their regularly assigned work schedule onsite and in times of need be able to work an extended schedule depending on company or departmental needs project requirements or customer demands.

While performing general duties for this position the employee is regularly required to sit stand and/or walk around (including the use of stairs). Other demands include the ability to openly communicate with others by talking listening comprehending and reading; being able to lift light objects (<25 lbs); and using standard office equipment such as computers printers and addition there is an occasional need to bend twist or squat down to open/close cabinets and reach for files or other standard office-type objects.

Orion180 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process. Applicants who need accommodations may email to request assistance.

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