Senior Data Scientist – Actuarial

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida, +9 more states.

📋 Description

• Execute intricate actuarial and predictive analyses that support product development, rating, reserving, process enhancements, and system modifications.

• Independently deliver advanced analytical support for actuarial and product development initiatives.

• Construct extensive predictive models and conduct multivariate analyses.

• Develop queries and tools related to rates, rating structures, pricing strategies, and financial evaluations.

• Collaborate with product managers and actuaries in making strategic decisions.

• Work alongside the Product Team and other business units to deliver effective business solutions.

• Create and document system workflows and business processes.

• Design tools and processes that enhance efficiencies and establish best practices.

• Mentor junior team members by sharing best practices.

• Exhibit behaviors aligned with PEMCO's policies, values, ethical standards, and business conduct.

• Promote the PEMCO brand and assist in attracting top-tier talent.

• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A B.A. or B.S. degree, or equivalent work experience in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related discipline is mandatory.

• A graduate or other professional degree, or equivalent work experience, is preferred.

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in actuarial and statistical predictive modeling is essential.

• At least 3 years of experience in the property and casualty insurance sector is required.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is necessary.

• Competence in Python, R, SAS, and/or SQL is required.

• Familiarity with Radar, Emblem, or ResQ is advantageous.

• High-level expertise in quantitative modeling is required.

• Knowledge of data structures is essential.

• Capability to write complex SQL queries is necessary.

• Strong focus on detail, accuracy, and thoroughness is required.

• An analytical and data-driven mindset, including the ability to conduct root cause analysis and develop metrics.

• Proficiency in working with diverse datasets, external vendors, scalable infrastructures, and data models.

• Understanding of relevant laws, rules, and regulations is crucial.

• Ability to analyze, diagnose, and resolve complex unstructured issues.

• Clear verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision is essential.

• Excellent time management skills and ability to juggle multiple tasks, activities, and projects.

• Ability to visually organize data and present information clearly and persuasively to peers and senior management.

• Must reside and work from Washington, Oregon, Ohio, Illinois, Minnesota, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Texas, or Idaho.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with employer premium contributions.

• Employer-funded basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.

• Coverage for long- and short-term disabilities.

• 401(k) plan with a 2-for-1 employer match on the first 6% of employee pre-tax and/or Roth deferrals.

• Vacation days and eight paid holidays.

• Four floating holidays.

• Up to ten days of sick leave available immediately upon hire.

• Paid bereavement leave.

• Paid jury duty leave.

• Paid leave for employee volunteering activities.

• Education Assistance Program available after one year of service.

• Scholarship program for children of PEMCO employees after one year of service.

• Children's birthday gift program.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Charitable gift matching.

• Discretionary bonuses.

• Tiered sales commissions and/or incentives.