Pricing Analyst (12 month FTC)
Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JR100718
Job summary This is a role within the Actuarial pricing team of a leading Lloyd’s insurance company and will suit a graduate with a numerate degree. Prior experience of data modelling, data visualisation or programming languages such as Python or SQL (eg. on coursework) is strongly desirable.
The Pricing team works closely with underwriting teams to build pricing models that allow underwriters to price, compare and monitor accounts. Subsequently, data captured in these models and in wider Chaucer systems will be used in building pricing Management Information (MI) dashboards.
The Pricing Analyst role was created to accelerate growth in developing this MI. The incumbent will support the pricing team in the development of pricing management information and pricing analytics to visualise data in a way that stakeholders find useful, as well as support on relevant data manipulation, documentation, and quality/accuracy testing. This will support sustainable profitable growth and to support strategic initiatives. This role will involve working with key members within Pricing and the wider business, and supporting and developing knowledge across Chaucer’s many lines of business (e.g. scope may include Casualty, Property, Energy, Marine, Credit Lines).
This role is initially a contract until 31 December 2025 with potential to extend depending on business needs. There is no actuarial study support provided as part of the contract.
Main duties
Design, build and enhance data visualisation dashboards (in Power BI) that meet underwriter requirements and incorporate improved insights (in line with Actuarial pricing frameworks and technological solutions platform requirements)
Support on relevant data manipulation, documentation, and quality/accuracy testing
Work collaboratively with underwriters, the pricing team and management across the pricing MI planning and development process, in coordination of best practices, and sharing knowledge
Research and develop techniques and approaches to deliver improvements in MI capabilities, data quality and operational efficiency through model design and use of technology
Document new dashboards and providing training
Communicate and present pricing MI dashboards to business stakeholders. Assistance for other pricing team activities as required, for example in building Excel based pricing models with VBA
Our requirements Technical skills
Understanding of data warehouses and data manipulation, for example in SQL, Python or other software
IT skills to use a range of existing Microsoft Windows software, including comprehensive knowledge of Excel. Ability to pick up new software and applications quickly.
Experience in presenting data to a non-technical user, for example in Excel or in a data visualisation software like Tableau or PowerBI
Personal skills
Succinct and clear verbal and written skills
Demonstrated analytical skills – logical, methodical and rational approach to problem solving
Comfortable with interpreting and producing numerical data
Able to present findings to key stakeholders
Attention to detail related to both mathematical calculations and clarity of narrative
Self-motivated, hard-working and takes initiative
Organised and clear thinking
Ability to plan and organise work to meet targets and deadlines
Able to collaborate, work as a team and communicate with staff at all levels
Education & Experience Desirable
2.1 or 1st degree in a numerate subject (Maths)
3 or more ‘A’ levels or equivalent (B or higher), including Mathematics
ABOUT US
Chaucer is a leading insurance group at Lloyd’s, the world’s specialist insurance market. We help protect industries around the world from the risks they face. Our customers include major airlines, energy companies, shipping groups, global manufacturers and property groups.
Our headquarters are in London, and we have international offices in Bermuda, Copenhagen, Dubai and Singapore to be closer to our clients across the world. To learn more about us please visit our website.
Chaucer is committed to diversity, actively values difference and respects people regardless of the protected characteristics which are outlined in the Equality Act 2010 (UK legislation) as a result of the Equal Treatment Directive 2006 (EU legislation). A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace are core to our success as a business and integral to our winning strategy and culture. We recruit from the widest available pool of talent, and our hiring, assessment and selection process is fair, free from bias and one which ensures we select the right person for the job, based on merit. We are committed to promoting a culture that actively values difference, and recognises that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect throughout their employment. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles and encourage you to outline your needs during the interview process.
About Chaucer Chaucer are a leading specialty (re)insurance group working with brokers, coverholders and clients to protect and support business activities around the world. Our services are accessed both through Lloyd’s of London and the company markets.
We are defined by an enterprising, bespoke approach to (re)insurance, enabled by the individual character, experience and imagination of our expert teams.
Chaucer is a member of the China Re Group and backed by their financial and operational resources. China Re is one of the world’s largest reinsurance companies whose outstanding and comprehensive strength is rated A (excellent) by AM Best and A (strong) by S&P Global Rating.
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Job summary This is a role within the Actuarial pricing team of a leading Lloyd’s insurance company and will suit a graduate with a numerate degree. Prior experience of data modelling, data visualisation or programming languages such as Python or SQL (eg. on coursework) is strongly desirable.
The Pricing team works closely with underwriting teams to build pricing models that allow underwriters to price, compare and monitor accounts. Subsequently, data captured in these models and in wider Chaucer systems will be used in building pricing Management Information (MI) dashboards.
The Pricing Analyst role was created to accelerate growth in developing this MI. The incumbent will support the pricing team in the development of pricing management information and pricing analytics to visualise data in a way that stakeholders find useful, as well as support on relevant data manipulation, documentation, and quality/accuracy testing. This will support sustainable profitable growth and to support strategic initiatives. This role will involve working with key members within Pricing and the wider business, and supporting and developing knowledge across Chaucer’s many lines of business (e.g. scope may include Casualty, Property, Energy, Marine, Credit Lines).
This role is initially a contract until 31 December 2025 with potential to extend depending on business needs. There is no actuarial study support provided as part of the contract.
Main duties
Design, build and enhance data visualisation dashboards (in Power BI) that meet underwriter requirements and incorporate improved insights (in line with Actuarial pricing frameworks and technological solutions platform requirements)
Support on relevant data manipulation, documentation, and quality/accuracy testing
Work collaboratively with underwriters, the pricing team and management across the pricing MI planning and development process, in coordination of best practices, and sharing knowledge
Research and develop techniques and approaches to deliver improvements in MI capabilities, data quality and operational efficiency through model design and use of technology
Document new dashboards and providing training
Communicate and present pricing MI dashboards to business stakeholders. Assistance for other pricing team activities as required, for example in building Excel based pricing models with VBA
Our requirements Technical skills
Understanding of data warehouses and data manipulation, for example in SQL, Python or other software
IT skills to use a range of existing Microsoft Windows software, including comprehensive knowledge of Excel. Ability to pick up new software and applications quickly.
Experience in presenting data to a non-technical user, for example in Excel or in a data visualisation software like Tableau or PowerBI
Personal skills
Succinct and clear verbal and written skills
Demonstrated analytical skills – logical, methodical and rational approach to problem solving
Comfortable with interpreting and producing numerical data
Able to present findings to key stakeholders
Attention to detail related to both mathematical calculations and clarity of narrative
Self-motivated, hard-working and takes initiative
Organised and clear thinking
Ability to plan and organise work to meet targets and deadlines
Able to collaborate, work as a team and communicate with staff at all levels
Education & Experience Desirable
2.1 or 1st degree in a numerate subject (Maths)
3 or more ‘A’ levels or equivalent (B or higher), including Mathematics
ABOUT US
Chaucer is a leading insurance group at Lloyd’s, the world’s specialist insurance market. We help protect industries around the world from the risks they face. Our customers include major airlines, energy companies, shipping groups, global manufacturers and property groups.
Our headquarters are in London, and we have international offices in Bermuda, Copenhagen, Dubai and Singapore to be closer to our clients across the world. To learn more about us please visit our website.
Chaucer is committed to diversity, actively values difference and respects people regardless of the protected characteristics which are outlined in the Equality Act 2010 (UK legislation) as a result of the Equal Treatment Directive 2006 (EU legislation). A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace are core to our success as a business and integral to our winning strategy and culture. We recruit from the widest available pool of talent, and our hiring, assessment and selection process is fair, free from bias and one which ensures we select the right person for the job, based on merit. We are committed to promoting a culture that actively values difference, and recognises that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect throughout their employment. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for all roles and encourage you to outline your needs during the interview process.
About Chaucer Chaucer are a leading specialty (re)insurance group working with brokers, coverholders and clients to protect and support business activities around the world. Our services are accessed both through Lloyd’s of London and the company markets.
We are defined by an enterprising, bespoke approach to (re)insurance, enabled by the individual character, experience and imagination of our expert teams.
Chaucer is a member of the China Re Group and backed by their financial and operational resources. China Re is one of the world’s largest reinsurance companies whose outstanding and comprehensive strength is rated A (excellent) by AM Best and A (strong) by S&P Global Rating.
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