The Role
Evaluates catastrophe risk models and validates results using TouchStone, Verisk, and Aqua. Maintains submission archives, imports and categorizes exposure data, updates firm order terms and Excel spreadsheets, performs EP curve analysis, supports underwriting teams, and researches natural catastrophe risks. The role requires insurance or financial services experience, strong analytical and organizational skills, and attention to detail.
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At Synpulse, we don’t just consult – we transform. As a leading global management and technology consultancy with Swiss roots, we empower financial institutions to navigate change and seize new opportunities. Since 1996, we've been shaping the future of financial services by delivering cutting-edge expertise in strategy, operations, and technology to banks and insurers worldwide.
What sets us apart is our people. At Synpulse, we cultivate a collaborative, high-impact culture where initiative and creativity are valued. With 21 offices across Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific, we bring together diverse perspectives and talents. We believe innovation thrives where everyone feels they belong and can contribute.
Our core values – Embrace, Drive, Achieve – shape how we work and evolve. We don’t just offer jobs – we offer the chance to develop, make an impact, and be part of a team that’s redefining the future of financial services.
About the role:
We are currently searching for a motivated individual to join our Centre of Excellence (CoE) department as a Data Analyst specializing in Natural Catastrophes and climate change-related topics. The ideal candidate will be supporting our US-based client in effectively managing natural catastrophe risks. The primary responsibility of this role is to contribute to the maintenance and advancement of NatCat products, which involves providing assistance in upholding and enhancing data collection and quality control procedures.
Key responsibilities:
- The main responsibility is the evaluation and assessment of catastrophe risk models
- This process involves:
- Archiving Submission materials (modeling files, UW narratives etc.)
- Modeling in TouchStone/Verisk and validating the results against those provided by the Cedant
- Working in Aqua – importing files, updating CLF columns, categorizing data by peril, and running the EP curve analysis to obtain results
- Update of excel spreadsheets with results from Aqua and Submission files
- Update of FOT (firm order terms) in Aqua - based on the documentation provided by the cedant
- Support of the UW and another teams
- Conduct research on specific topics related to NatCat risks
Experience Required:
- Master’s degree in Management, Economics, or Information Technology or other relevant fields
- 2+ years professional industry experience in Insurance, Reinsurance, Finance or Banking
Your skills:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Keen attention to detail, highly organized and process driven
- Team player with strong communication skills
- Familiarity and interest in the re/insurance business
- Programming skills, esp. Python, R, VBA or another computer language are welcome but not required
- Ability to prioritize tasks and accomplish results in a cross-functional team environment
- Open and adaptable to potentially support different clients
Benefits
- Five extra vacation days on top of regulation
- Sick leave compensation 100% from day one
- 3 sick days per year
- Attractive performance bonus based on project performance up to 10%
- Cafeteria benefit system with a flexible allowance of 500 EUR per year for education, health benefits, shopping, travel, cultural activities, and sports options
- Overtime fully paid or compensated based on your preference
- A friendly and informal working environment
- Work-life balance with flexible working hours and the option to work from home (by agreement)
- Dedicated time for individual training
- MultiSport card
Salary starts at 1800 EUR and may vary based on your seniority level, skills, and experience.
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For more information, please visit us at www.synpulse.com
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Management, Economics, Information Technology, or a relevant field
- At least 2 years of professional industry experience in insurance, reinsurance, finance, or banking
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational, process-driven work habits
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Familiarity with or interest in the reinsurance or insurance business
- Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver results in a cross-functional team environment
- Openness and adaptability to supporting different clients
- Programming skills in Python, R, VBA, or another language
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What We Do
Synpulse is a global management consulting and technology partner focused on financial services. It helps financial institutions address major challenges through tailored solutions spanning strategy, implementation, innovation, and business transformation. Drawing on deep industry expertise and market-tested methodologies, the company bridges innovation and business, delivering effective solutions across clients’ value chains while emphasizing efficiency, collaboration, long-term partnerships, and measurable impact.
