Sr Catastrophe Research Analyst

At Orion180, we believe the future of insurance belongs to organizations that can transform data into a deeper understanding of risk. Modeling and analytics are not a support function—they are core strategic capability dictates how we grow, price risk, optimize our portfolio, and maintain a sustainable competitive advantage.

·    Customize, establish, and implement Orion180 view of risk

·    Collaborate with underwriting, product, claims, actuarial, finance, and IT functions to deliver robust catastrophe risk insights that inform technical pricing, portfolio optimization, accumulation control, and capital management.

·    Support group wide efforts to aggregate catastrophe risk, and deliver associated analytics that support development and execution of underwriting strategy

·    Inspire and mentor a team of analytics professionals, promoting collaboration, technical excellence, and innovation.

·    Evaluate emerging risks, trends, and technologies in catastrophe modeling and analytics, recommending adoption where appropriate.

·   Partner internal teams and external vendors, data providers, and internal technology partners to develop and deploy optimized Catastrophe modeling workflows and toolset for production of risk analytics.

·   Provide analytical support during live catastrophe events

·    Advanced degree in relevant fields.

·    A minimum of 5+ years’ experience in catastrophe risk analytics, with significant exposure to property catastrophe insurance business models.

·    Demonstrated experience in embedding advanced analytics and automation in catastrophe risk management processes.

·     Deep understanding of global reinsurance markets, regulatory environments, and commercial vendor models (e.g., RMS, AIR Worldwide, KatRisk).

·     Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to translate complex analytics into actionable business insights for both technical and non-technical audiences

·     Hands-on experience with advanced analytics, statistical modeling, data governance, big data platforms and visualization tools.

·     Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory environments affecting catastrophe risk.

·     Strong programming and data science skills (e.g., Python, R, SQL).

·     Proficiency with GIS software for exposure and spatial risk analysis

• 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 phones.  In 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 hr@orion180.com to request assistance.