Rating Engine Lead - Natural Perils at IAG AUS

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pricing, Analytics, Natural Perils, Statistical Modelling, Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Collaboration, Software Development, Python, R, SAS, SQL

Industry

Insurance

Description

At IAG, we’re ready for you. We're the largest general insurance group in Australia and New Zealand. Our family of brands turns the IAG purpose of making your world a safer place into action by helping everyday Aussies and New Zealanders, supporting their ambitions and making insurance accessible. Help shape the future of risk and resilience at IAG. We’re looking for a technically skilled leader to join our pricing team as Natural Perils Lead. In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee and enhance natural perils rating for IAG NZ, supporting key stakeholders to achieve their strategic business objectives. You’ll lead a high-performing natural perils team, driving improvements in rating algorithms and collaborating across pricing, technology, and business teams to deliver accurate, risk-aware solutions that support profitable portfolio growth. This is a permanent full-time role based in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland), Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) or Ōtautahi (Christchurch). Ngā Mahi Hei Whakatutuki Māu | What You'll Do Cultivate a culture of precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the Natural Perils team. Build and manage team expertise in natural perils models and rating design. Lead initiatives to refine and optimise natural perils rating algorithms. Drive controlled and profitable growth across consumer and intermediated brands through effective rating strategies. Lead opportunities to improve and refine rating algorithms to ensure optimal performance and accuracy. Ōu Pūkenga me ōu Wheako | What You'll Bring 5+ years’ experience in Pricing and Analytics within the insurance industry. Deep expertise in natural perils, and their impact on rating and modelling Strong background in statistical modelling skills with the ability to apply advanced techniques Proven leadership experience, including coaching and developing technical teams. Excellent stakeholder management, with the ability to influence and communicate complex concepts to non-technical audiences. Collaborative mindset, with a track record of building positive relationships across internal and external teams. Understanding of software development and release processes, with experience coordinating model implementation into production systems. Proficiency in analytical tools such as Python, R, SAS, and SQL. Tā Mātau ki a Koutou| What We Offer Boosted KiwiSaver with 4% employer contribution and life insurance as standard. 20 days annual leave + 5 days MyLeave (extra leave for what’s important to you). Work from home and many more flexibility options with myFlex. Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance. Annual $500 health & wellbeing payment. 14 Weeks paid parental leave. Access to LinkedIn Learning, the award-winning IAG Academy, study assistance and secondment opportunities. *employment type eligibility criteria apply Applications close: Monday 17 November 2025 11:59PM NZDT Tā Mātau Ratonga Tautoko | Adjustments & Support If you require any support or adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to careers@iag.co.nz for a confidential conversation. He pitopito kōrero anō mō mātau | More About Us As part of IAG you'll enjoy a world of career opportunities, a purpose-led place focused on creating connection and belonging, and where you can create meaningful impact every day and grow your career beyond the expected. That’s not just words. It’s our people promise. We're ready for you with unexpected opportunities for your career, your work-life and your ability to make a difference. We acknowledge Tāngata Whenua in Aotearoa and are committed to growing Māori prosperity and wellbeing in Aotearoa through He Rautaki Māori (IAG’s Māori Strategy). We celebrate unique viewpoints shaped by life experiences, cultures and passions. And expand careers, genuinely connect with community, lead with a powerful purpose and celebrate what makes you individual.

Responsibilities

Oversee and enhance natural perils rating for IAG NZ while leading a high-performing team. Collaborate across pricing, technology, and business teams to deliver accurate, risk-aware solutions.