CAT Analyst, CTU Exposure Management and Natural Catastrophe Modeling

at  Aviva

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.
Reporting to the Manager, CAT analyst, the candidate will be responsible for supporting analytics and CAT modeling capabilities within our CAT Underwriting team. This includes data extraction and manipulation for the purpose of CAT modeling, account modelling, exposure accumulation and technical pricing functions. The candidate will get the opportunity to collaborate with Aviva’s various Pricing and underwriting teams to assist in the implementation of CAT models and monitoring of exposure accumulations.
The role is primarily located in Aviva Canada’s Head Office in Markham but offers the opportunity to work flexibly from home or other Aviva branches, including the downtown Toronto office.

What you’ll do

• Collect SOV and Policy data from underwriter to perform pre quote account modeling.
• Prepare and analyze CAT modeling analysis supporting the pricing functions and data improvement initiatives
• Data scrubbing and preparing exposure data
• Support in requirement and development of data scrubbing tool

What you’ll bring

• Minimum 1 year of experience
• Proficiency in programing languages such as SAS, SQL is required
• Work knowledge of CAT Modeling platforms such as RMS or AIR Touchstone
• Familiarity VBA is preferred
• Ability to process and analyze large datasets
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical, economical, and statistical concepts
• Ability to understand model input data and explain outputs
• Understanding of policy terms
• Prior experience to the P&C Insurance is an asset.
• Strong Background in software development with a good understanding of Machine Learning and AI.
• Experience with Python, Hadoop, Spark, AWS, PostgreSQL, Kuberneties and Docker are an asset.
• You understand the relationship between analytics and business outcomes and can focus on long-term strategies for our team.

What you’ll get

• Competitive rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
• Our vacation package starts at 4 weeks + the opportunity to buy an extra week
• Exceptional Career Development opportunities.
• We’ll support your professional development education

Additional Information
Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.

• Collect SOV and Policy data from underwriter to perform pre quote account modeling.
• Prepare and analyze CAT modeling analysis supporting the pricing functions and data improvement initiatives
• Data scrubbing and preparing exposure data
• Support in requirement and development of data scrubbing too