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Senior Actuary / Data Scientist

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3 months ago
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Description

Actuary / Data Scientist

London 

Hybrid, two days in office 

Permanent / full-time 

We are a fast-growing global reinsurance speciality company servicing the insurance markets of Lloyd’s, Europe and North America.

Due to growth, our Head of Analytics is looking for an Actuary / Data Scientist to join a small team supporting the delivery of our analytics vision, strategy and roadmap.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Actuary with hands on experience in delivering data science and machine learning solutions or an experienced Data Scientist with a strong background in commercial (re)insurance. This unique opportunity blends actuarial expertise with technology to drive enhanced data-driven decision-making.

Are you an actuary with ideas, innovation ambitions and like modern actuarial problem-solving but in a multi tech team? This could be what you’ve been looking for.


Responsibilities

• Develop data science and machine learning solutions that provide actionable insights across core functions, with a focus on M&A/underwriting and claims, to solve critical business challenges
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to develop a deep understanding of business needs 
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of technology and business experts to develop innovative, high value solutions
• Proactively explore new methodologies, data sources or 3rd party tools to enhance analytics capabilities and uncover valuable insights
• Lead the development of proof of concepts and quickly create analytics and AI prototypes to demonstrate business value and drive innovation
• Ensure alignment of initiatives with the company’s enterprise data strategy and broader business goals
• Communicate findings and insights effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, driving informed decision-making


Candidate requirements

• Degree in a relevant field such as actuarial science, computer science, mathematics, engineering or related disciplines
• Demonstrable experience in P&C (re)insurance, with a strong understanding of industry-specific challenges and opportunities
• Experience of developing advanced analytics or Machine Learning [ML] in at least one of underwriting, pricing reserving or claims
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization – you will need to have worked with colleagues outside Actuary
• Commercially focused with a value-driven mindset, ensuring solutions deliver tangible business outcomes
• Proven experience of building and deploying scalable predictive/ML solutions that deliver measurable business value
• Proficiency in SQL and Python/R is essential
• Hands-on experience with Databricks and Power BI is desirable
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps) 
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail and a focus on innovation
• Contributing positively to our culture and values. 


Benefits

Compre is a global speciality reinsurance company that offers capital and liability solutions to its clients, providing them with the certainty they need on their portfolios. We are known for being trusted partners to the market and for having a team of experts who collaborate and maintain discipline in underwriting, ensuring a differentiated client experience. 
 
As an ambitious business, we are focused on building depth, breadth, and diversity in the talent across our business to be future-ready. Our clients' needs evolve as the market changes, which is why we continuously invest in areas such as data and technology. This way, we can serve current and future clients' needs with scalable and new technology, delivered by our growing agile Data and Technology team. 
 
  • Our values are what make us stand out. We value each other, empower and hold ourselves accountable, are authentic, collaborative and inclusive, and continuously strive for progress and innovation.
 
Why join us?
 
At Compre, we offer a range of benefits and team engagement events and provide a supportive environment for learning and growth. We are intent upon building a great business, and over the last few years, we have expanded our markets across Europe, Lloyd's, and North America. Our team is based in Bermuda, Finland, Germany, Malta, UK and the US.
 
To keep our globally dispersed team connected, we have various employee resource groups, including Wellbeing, DEI, COMMS and Engagement. 
 
We invest in our people and offer learning and development opportunities for leaders and employees to build confidence and grow their skill sets. We value teamwork, authenticity, and innovation, and provide a space for these behaviours to bloom at Compre.
 
Make an impact in a collaborative environment with some of the best talent in the industry, while enjoying:
 
·        competitive salary & annual bonus
·        a health & wellbeing subsidy (£20 per month) (from Day 1)
·        a generous pension (eligible after probationary period)
·        private healthcare from BUPA and a Healthcare Cash Plan from Medicash (from Day 1)
·        life assurance (from Day 1)
·        income protection (from Day 1)
·        25 days annual leave (from Day 1)
·        cycle to work scheme (from Day 1)
·        season ticket loan (interest free) (eligible after probationary period)
·        electric vehicle scheme (eligible after probationary period)
·        EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) (from Day 1)
·        learning/study support and reimbursement for professional memberships
·        hybrid working
·        employee socials and recognition programme
Compre is an insurance & reinsurance legacy specialist focused on the acquisition and management of discontinued non-life portfolios, With Operations in Bermuda, Finland, Germany, Malta, Switzerland and the UK.  We have significant experience in all classes of direct and reinsurance business, including property, liability, marine and motor. Compre is privately owned with shareholders actively involved in management of the business.
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