Global Catastrophe Modeling Leader

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About Everest:
Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

About the Role:
We are seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to oversee catastrophe modeling across our insurance and reinsurance operations. Reporting to the Group CUO, this role plays a critical part in integrating risk analytics into business decisions, supporting underwriting, pricing, capital allocation, and long-term risk management. The ideal candidate will lead a cross-functional team, foster innovation, and ensure our modeling capabilities evolve with industry standards and emerging risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead catastrophe modeling across insurance and reinsurance, ensuring alignment and collaboration.

• Define and execute modeling strategies that support underwriting, pricing, and capital planning.

• Partner with senior leadership to integrate modeling insights into business objectives.

• Oversee model development, validation, and enhancement using the latest scientific and technological advancements.

• Incorporate climate change and emerging risk models into existing frameworks.

• Drive innovation through the adoption of AI, machine learning, and big data analytics.

• Collaborate with risk management and actuarial teams to support capital modeling and strategic planning.

• Maintain strong relationships with external vendors, regulators, and industry groups.

• Promote a culture of learning, mentoring team members in evolving tools and methodologies.

• Serve as a trusted advisor on catastrophe risk to internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in catastrophe modeling within insurance or reinsurance.

• Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams and strategic initiatives.

• Expertise in modeling platforms (e.g., RMS, AIR) and data analytics tools.

• Strong understanding of global reinsurance markets and regulatory frameworks.

• Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., mathematics, engineering, environmental science).

• Experience integrating advanced technologies into modeling practices.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.

• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and data management best practices.

Preferred Skills & Competencies:

• Professional certifications (e.g., FCAS, ACAS, CERA) are a plus.

• Experience in climate modeling and emerging risk analysis.

• Global perspective with knowledge of regional risk dynamics.

• Strategic mindset with a focus on innovation and collaboration.

• Ability to engage diverse teams and foster an inclusive work environment.

• Passion for advancing catastrophe modeling and contributing to industry evolution.

The base salary range for this position is $300,000 - $375,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

What if I don’t meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture. 

• Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.  

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve. 

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Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at [email protected].

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