Graduate Telematics Pricing Analyst

OverviewWe’re 1st Central, a market-leading insurance company utilising smart data and technology at pace. Rapid growth has been based on giving our 1.4 million customers exactly what they want: great value insurance with an excellent service. And that’s the same for our colleagues too; we won Insurance Employer of the Year at the British Insurance Awards 2024 and our Glassdoor score is pretty mega tooWe are looking to recruit a bright and innovative graduate to join our telematics pricing team. You'll be working with stakeholders across the business with vast amount of experience in the telematics product and insurance pricing to support you. You will have opportunity to develop your analytical skills, learn pricing techniques, software and coding packages, and use your problem solving skills to manage risks and improve our pricing.In this role you’ll deliver high quality analysis and modelling to extract maximum value from our telematics data and to enhance pricing.We’re looking for a Graduate Telematics Pricing Analyst to join our Underwriting team in either our Salford Quays, Manchester or Haywards Heath, West Sussex offices. ResponsibilitiesDataWriting efficient, well documented code to create modelling datasets, produce regular reporting and adhoc analysis using Python, SAS, SQL, Excel or other software packagesCreate an innovative approach which drives the business forward by introducing new analytical and visualization methods using Power BIProduction of monthly reports using Excel an PowerPointPricingAssess new data sources from third parties to derive features that are predictive of claims experience.Monitor, maintain, update and proactively identify ways to improve existing predictive models using Python, Emblem, Radar and other software packagesCollaborate with other pricing teams to establish best pricing and modelling practices.Support the rate changing process (analysis, proposal, and implementation).Other responsibilitiesSharing of knowledge online during team meetings and in-person presentations on away days.Develop your own skills and knowledge to achieve current and future business requirements.Comply with the requirements, and act in accordance with, the Group Code of Conduct and Fitness and Propriety policies at all times.Ensure compliance with Company Policies, Values and guidelines and other relevant standards / regulations at all times.Any other reasonable duties.QualificationsCore skills we’re looking for to succeed in the role :a First-Class Honours degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or a closely related disciplineStrong foundation in Mathematics, evidenced by achieving an A grade at A-Level or equivalent overseas qualificationHands-on coding experience, with proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, R, or SQLSkillsStrong technical skills – with an undergraduate or a graduate degree in a numerical disciplineUnderstanding of any coding languages, such as R, Python, SAS and SQLUnderstanding of statistical modelling using GBMs / GLMsUnderstanding of data science concepts and tools would be advantagesUnderstanding of insurance pricing and productsIntermediate IT skillsUse of MS Word, Excel and PowerPointSoft SkillsAbility to influence and educate stakeholders through verbal and written communicationsAbility to remain logical, flexible and positive during busy and less-busy periodAbility to produce high level and low level analysis.Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a teamAbility to learn and be enthusiastic towards new technologiesSo, if you’re up for the challenge and would like to join our vibrant and busy team, we want to hear from you today.We’ve received some great feedback from colleagues on Glassdoor. Don’t believe us? for yourselfWhat can we do for you?People first. Always. We’re passionate about our colleagues and know the best people deserve an extraordinary working environment. We owe it to them so that’s what we offer. Our workplaces are energetic, inspirational, supportive. To get a taste of the advantages you’ll enjoy, take a look at all our perks in full .Intrigued? Our Talent team can tell you everything you need to know about what we want and what we’re offering, so feel free to get in touch. #J-18808-Ljbffr