Market Research Analyst

Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners, policyholders, and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure’s promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as well as the health and safety of every employee. With an A.M. Best “A” (Excellent) rating, Amerisure serves mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction, manufacturing and healthcare. Ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States, we proudly manage nearly $1 Billion of Direct Written Premium and maintain $1.21 billion in surplus.

We are recruiting for a Market Research Analyst to join our team ideally in Farmington Hills, MI, or Dallas, TX.  This is a hybrid position working 3 days in the office and 2 from home.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Market Research Analyst supports the underwriting strategy team by transforming external market intelligence into clear, actionable insights. This role evaluates competitor behavior, market segment performance, and geographic trends to guide pricing, risk selection, and portfolio optimization. The analyst collaborates across underwriting, actuarial, and product teams to advance strategic initiatives and support profitable growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct ongoing competitive intelligence using external data sources, industry reports, regulatory filings, and public financials.

• Analyze competitor underwriting strategies, pricing movements, appetite shifts, and product positioning.

• Monitor macroeconomic, demographic, and regulatory trends that influence insurance demand, risk exposure, and market dynamics.

• Track developments in Middle Market Property & Casualty and interpret implications for underwriting strategy.

• Evaluate market segment performance across core geographies and lines of business to inform growth strategies.

• Build geographic analyses to identify expansion opportunities, concentration risks, and regional performance patterns.

• Collect and analyze data to assess existing and potential market segments and emerging opportunities.

• Synthesize complex datasets into concise insights that inform underwriting guidelines, product development, and strategic planning.

• Investigate competitive landscapes, business issues, and data challenges to deliver actionable recommendations.

• Partner with underwriting, actuarial, and product teams to translate research findings into strategic initiatives.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather relevant information and validate insights.

• Develop dashboards, scorecards, newsletters, and presentations to communicate findings and trends.

• Utilize analytical models, metrics, and visualizations to evaluate results and support decision‑making.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, statistics or related field or equivalent experience.

• 2 years of experience in insurance, financial services, or market research; Commercial property & casualty insurance experience preferred.

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience using tools such as Qlik Sense, WebFocus, Databricks, Power Query, Python, SQL, SAS, or similar platforms.

• Ability to interpret external data sources and communicate insights clearly and effectively.

• Strong planning, organizational, decision‑making, and communication skills.

• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Knowledge of market research methodologies and practices.

• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with cross‑functional teams.

• Ability to lead discussions, deliver presentations, and translate technical findings for non‑technical audiences.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to function in a fast paced, highly visible, and changing environment.

• High degree of independence, initiative, and accountability.

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Just as we are committed to creating exceptional value for our Partners For Success® agencies and policyholders, Amerisure also remains committed to being an employer of choice. We reinforce this commitment by adhering to an Employee Value Proposition that, in part, is provided through a competitive total rewards package. This package includes competitive base pay, performance-based incentive pay, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing, and generous paid time off programs. We also offer flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance. Recognized as one of the Best and Brightest® Companies to Work For in the Nation and one of Business Insurance magazine’s Best Places to Work in Insurance, we provide a workplace that fosters excellence and professional growth. If you are looking for a collaborative and rewarding career, Amerisure is looking for you.

Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  Amerisure provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (to include sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Amerisure complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations where the company operates.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.   Amerisure prohibits harassment or discrimination of any kind and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful harassment or discrimination. Amerisure prohibits retaliation against anyone who reports discrimination, participates in an investigation, or opposes unlawful practices. Any improper interference with an employee’s ability to perform their job duties may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.