NA Facultative Pricing Manager (Boston)

Shape Your Future With UsGeneral Re Corporation, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is a holding company for global reinsurance and related operations, with more than 2,000 employees worldwide. It owns General Reinsurance Corporation and General Reinsurance AG, which conducts business as Gen Re.Gen Re delivers reinsurance solutions to the Life/Health and Property/Casualty insurance industries. Represented in all major reinsurance markets through a network of 38 offices, we have earned superior financial strength ratings from each of the major rating agencies.We
are currently offering an excellent opportunity within our North America
Facultative (Property and Casualty) business units for a Pricing Manager. This position can be in Gen Re’s home office
in Stamford, CT, or in any of the following Gen Re Facultative branch locations:
Hartford, CT, Boston, MA, Philadelphia, PA, New York, NY, Atlanta, GA, Chicago,
IL, Dallas, TX, or Los Angeles, CA. This
position is a hybrid position with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.Role DescriptionThe core objectives of the North America Facultative Pricing Manger are:Responsible for managing the development, automation,
modernization, and maintenance of Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America
pricing tools.Responsible for managing the development, maintenance,
and modernization of all facultative actuarial metrics, data and
reporting.Provides
technical analytical support and training to Cas Fac and Prop Fac North
America.Oversees
collection and review of rating bureau data and other market data,
assessing potential implications to Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America
rates, tools and methodologies.Acts as a
liaison to other business unit actuaries, and pricing and reserving
associates.Acts as liaison
to Corporate Data & Analytics team to identify and execute research
and development opportunities.Acts as liaison
to Corporate IT & AI teams to identify and execute areas for efficiency
gains and analysis thru the use of AI.Interacts with clients in support of underwriting with regards to account pricing, data, and information.Assists with modernization of Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America data analyses using Power BI.Looks at the totality of the Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America portfolios, and as a partner with the business unit leader and chief underwriter, thinks strategically about each business unit’s portfolio management. Expected to travel to Stamford, CT, or other Facultative branch locations 6-12 times per year to participate in various meetings, training sessions, and departmental discussions.Underwriting and
PricingLead actuarial
expert/resource for all Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America business.Responsible for
providing analysis and interpretive support on Cas Fac and Prop Fac North
America Individual Risk and Program business to ensure rate adequacy on a
portfolio level as well as occasionally for individual risk transactions. Design, enhance,
and modernize Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America pricing
models/tools. This includes
technical rating and pricing variables/assumptions, as well as working
with the technical team to implement them. Collaborate with Underwriting
and Corporate Data & Analytics to build or improve descriptive,
diagnostic, and predictive underwriting and rating tools.Portfolio ManagementManage the development and maintenance of departmental metrics to ensure the profitability of the Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America portfolios.Review and interpret department metrics/financials and present analysis to Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America management, as well as Gen Re senior management.Understand all aspects of corporate reserving and experience reporting for Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America.Liaison to Corporate Actuarial for Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America, including providing necessary information for establishment of accurate reserves.Stay current on emerging exposure and coverage issues, assessing potential impact on the Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America portfolios, and formulate actuarial responses where appropriate.Communication and
TrainingProvide quarterly analysis of Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America actuarial activity and initiatives to the BU Heads and Chief Underwriters.Assess the need for, and implement, new/updated Facultative reporting. Identify Cas Fac and Prop Fac North America departmental training needs and participate as needed. Communicate/coordinate with other business unit Actuaries and Underwriters as well as claims staff, as appropriate.Client Service
DisciplineAssist with and may attend technical marketing presentations to clients or prospects.When requested, and in conjunction with underwriting, present our general and book/risk specific pricing and actuarial assumptions and assessments to clients.Support departmental initiatives from technical/actuarial perspective.Role Qualifications and Experience10+ years of experience in a technical pricing role, either reinsurance or large account pricing is preferableACAS/FCAS designationStrong knowledge and understanding of insurance and reinsurance industryStrong knowledge and understanding of insurance and reinsurance industryDemonstrated strong technical skills and business acumenStrong and effective presentation and oral communication skillsAbility to interact with and influence constituents at all levels, internal and externalComprehensive knowledge of Casualty and Property Lines of BusinessDemonstrated team leadership and management skillsFamiliarity with Data Science techniques (for example: R, Python, Clustering, GLM, etc)Ability to adapt standard math and statistical concepts to problem solve unusual casesIdentify and monitor risk and business issues/trends/ (legal, regulatory, social) that impact our businessAbility to proactively make recommendations for actionStrong organizational skillsAbility to perform high quality work both independently and within a teamOriented towards:Action, Solutions, and ResultsBuild effective working relationship with management, branches, other business units, and customersAbility to communicate effectively with all levels within and outside of the organizationExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to remain objective, not being influenced by market conditions.Stay abreast of industry trends and technology innovations and respond in a timely mannerAbility to effectively manage and modernize Facultative business data requirementsAbility to make decisions without 100% of the factsSalary Range183,000.00 - 306,000.00 USD The annual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around the US and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials, education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.Our Corporate Headquarters AddressGeneral Reinsurance Corporation400 Atlantic Street, 9th FloorStamford, CT 06901 (US)At General Re Corporation, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. It is the General Re Corporation's continuing policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including childbirth or related medical conditions), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, past or present disability , marital status, liability for service in the armed forces, veterans' status, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Gen Re provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.