Internal Comp Grade is F4
This role sits within the Risk Modeling and Capital Management team in Enterprise Risk Management. Specifically, this role is responsible for the production of P&C Return on Capital (RoC) and Capital Sources & Uses metrics, as well as enterprise reporting. This role also assists with establishing a consistent and robust P&C capital monitoring and reporting framework used to make capital deployment decisions.
Job Description Summary
Do you have the desire to play a critical role in driving data-based business outcomes? Nationwide has been using data to serve our members and drive business outcomes for almost 100 years. Our industry-leading workforce accepts an agile work environment and a collaborative culture to deliver outstanding solutions and results. Our Risk Analytics professionals play a key role in redefining quantitative data analysis into meaningful insights that drive business results. Specifically, they serve as the conduit joining quantitative risk analysts to business partners.
As a Specialist, you'll work on various risk analytics projects to help solve diverse business problems. You'll continue building a foundation of business understanding and relationships. It's imperative that you have experience with quantitative analytics and that you are able to clearly articulate solutions.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Understands and assesses key needs and is responsible for developing the appropriate quantitative modeling solutions.
- Collaborates with departments across the organization or business functions to support strategic goals, objectives, and initiatives.
- Builds risk analytic solutions for business problems through collaborating, consulting and driving expectations.
- Collaborates with partners and teammates to ensure that consistent model assumptions, processes and outputs are well understood and that modeling standard methodologies are upheld.
- Crafts clear and concise summaries of findings and recommendations with support. Uses impactful storylines and data visualization geared to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Develops, tests, implements and administers sophisticated quantitative modeling processes and tools.
- Evaluates and ranks quantitative solutions to business problems.
- Communicates the key benefits and limitations of sophisticated modeling tools for business applications.
- Works across teams to ensure governance of modeling tools are applied consistently.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Reporting Relationships: Reports to Risk/Actuarial leader.
Typical Skills and Experiences:
Education: Undergraduate studies in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, mathematics or related subject area required. Graduate-level studies in a related field with advanced degree highly desirable.
License/Certification/Designation: Progress toward FCAS, FSA, CQF, CFA or similar preferred.
Experience: Typically, three or more years of related work experience in financial risk modeling or actuarial functions.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Basic knowledge of machine learning, stochastic processes, Monte Carlo simulations, sampling methods and other statistical techniques applicable to specialized risk modeling. Basic mathematical knowledge of specialized risk models such as those used in hedging, economic scenario generation, catastrophe, credit risk, etc. Basic knowledge of risk management operations such as asset-liability management, portfolio risk assessment, hedging, etc. Ability to communicate technical concepts to peers and direct supervisor. Proficient written and verbal communications skills. Proficiency with Excel and Powerpoint.
Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.
Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the CFO, or the HR leader.
Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.
Job Conditions:
Overtime Eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt)
Working Conditions: Normal office environment.
ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.
We currently anticipate accepting applications until 07/02/2024. However, we encourage early submissions, as the posting may close sooner if a strong candidate slate is identified before the deadline.
Benefits
We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here.
Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.
This position could be filled within any of the lower 48 U.S. states.
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Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment. If a Sales job, Sales Incentives, based on performance goals are possible in addition to this range.
The national salary range for Specialist, Risk Analytics : $75,000.00-$155,500.00
The expected starting salary range for Specialist, Risk Analytics : $83,500.00 - $125,500.00
Working at
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company is a reputable and established leader in the insurance industry, offering a wide array of insurance and financial services. With a rich history that dates back to 1926, Nationwide has become one of the largest mutual insurance companies in the United States. Nationwide takes pride in its team of talented and highly skilled actuaries who play a critical role in assessing and managing risks. These professionals utilize advanced statistical models and data analysis techniques to evaluate potential risks, forecast future trends, and develop strategies to protect the company and its policyholders. As an actuary at Nationwide, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of insurance products, including auto, home, life, and commercial insurance. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and price insurance policies, analyze complex data sets, and provide insights that drive informed business decisions. Nationwide values innovation and invests in cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of industry trends. As an actuary, you'll have access to sophisticated tools and resources that empower you to deliver accurate assessments and innovative solutions. Join Nationwide's actuarial team and embark on a rewarding career where you'll contribute to the company's mission of protecting what matters most to its customers while enjoying professional growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment.