Sr. CAT Modeler- (Reinsurance) (REF15949N)

As a Sr. CAT Modeler at WNS, your primary responsibilities will include catastrophe modelling initiatives, data preparation, account modeling, and portfolio roll-ups. You'll be tasked with exposure management and various ad-hoc modelling activities. This position is integral in ensuring that our (Re) Insurance books are managed efficiently and accurately.

To apply for the Sr. CAT Modeler position at WNS, you should ideally possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, or Actuarial Science. Additionally, proficiency in industry-standard catastrophe models such as AIR and RMS is crucial along with a solid understanding of property and casualty insurance terminology.

Senior CAT Modelers at WNS frequently work with advanced tools like AIR, RMS, and Impact Forecasting. These tools are essential for conducting catastrophe modeling and ensuring accurate risk assessments. Your role will also involve implementing new technologies and enhancing cat pricing workflows.

At WNS, the work culture encourages collaboration, innovation, and efficiency. As a Sr. CAT Modeler, you’ll be part of a diverse team focused on finding creative solutions. The company supports a hybrid working model, providing flexibility and a balanced work-life environment.

While prior experience with catastrophe models is highly beneficial for the Sr. CAT Modeler role at WNS, the company values potential and a willingness to learn. Demonstrating a strong foundation in the required qualifications can also lead to consideration.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of tools you've used, such as AIR or RMS. Discuss a particular project where you applied these tools effectively and the outcomes that resulted.

Mention specific sources like industry publications, webinars, and networking with professionals in the field. Showcase your commitment to continuous learning within the evolving insurance landscape.

Choose a project that highlights your problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate with a team. Explain the challenges faced, your thought process, and the solution that led to a successful outcome.

Discuss the steps you take in data preparation, emphasizing accuracy, efficiency, and consideration of the specific characteristics of the dataset. Clarify how this preparation impacts the overall modeling process.

Share a specific example where you successfully introduced a new tool or streamlined an existing workflow, including how you communicated this change to the team and the results achieved.

Highlight your time management strategies, such as prioritization and effective collaboration with team members. Illustrate how you've successfully met deadlines in the past while maintaining quality.

Explain the methodologies relevant to your experience and how you apply them. Discuss how these methodologies help in achieving accurate modeling results and your potential contributions to optimizing these processes.

Emphasize the importance of communication and teamwork in your role, particularly when integrating insights from various stakeholders to improve model accuracy and functionality.

Talk about the specific strategies and tools you utilize to assess and mitigate risks. Detail your analytical approach in identifying potential issues throughout the modeling process.

Convey your enthusiasm for the role and the company. Discuss how your skills align with the job requirements and your passion for contributing to transformative solutions in the reinsurance sector with WNS.