Extreme event solutions at Verisk (formerly AIR Worldwide) provides risk modeling solutions that help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to extreme events. In 1987, Verisk founded the catastrophe modeling industry and today models the risk from natural catastrophes, supply chain disruptions, terrorism, pandemics, casualty catastrophes, and cyber incidents. Insurance, reinsurance, financial, corporate, and government clients rely on Verisk’s advanced science, software, and consulting services for catastrophe risk management, insurance-linked securities, longevity modeling, site-specific engineering analyses, and agricultural risk management. Verisk’s extreme event solutions team is headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. For more information, please visit www.air-worldwide.com. For more information about Verisk, a leading data analytics provider serving customers in insurance, energy and specialized markets, and financial services, please visit www.verisk.com.

At the heart of what we do is help clients manage risk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data and insights to our customers in insurance, energy and the financial services markets so they can make faster and more informed decisions.   

 Our global team uses AI, machine learning, automation, and other emerging technologies to collect and analyze billions of records. We provide advanced decision-support to prevent credit, lending, and cyber risks. In addition, we monitor and advise companies on complex global matters such as climate change, catastrophes, and geopolitical issues.   

But why we do our work is what sets us apart. It stems from a commitment to making the world better, safer and stronger.   

It’s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It’s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It’s the aim of our “returnship” program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it’s what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers’ problems.   

At its core, Verisk uses data to minimize risk and maximize value. But far bigger, is why we do what we do.  

At Verisk you can build an exciting career with meaningful work; create positive and lasting impact on business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. We have received the Great Place to Work® Certification for the fifth consecutive year. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and a Best Employer for Women, testaments to our culture of engagement and the value we place on an inclusive and diverse workforce.  Verisk’s Statement on Racial Equity and Diversity supports our commitment to these values and affecting positive and lasting change in the communities where we live and work.  

Senior Risk Consultant

AIR Worldwide, Beijing Representative Office, is looking for a highly passionate, motivated individual to join the Consulting and Client Services Group in their Beijing office.  This is a client facing role and your responsibilities will include client account management, client training, leading consulting projects as well as answering client questions.

You will also use technical, analytical, and project management skills to work with clients to enhance their usage of the AIR suite of solutions and help troubleshoot any software-related issues. You will work closely across the software development and product management teams to solve client issues.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in science, engineering or mathematics and some experience in the catastrophe modelling or actuarial industry. Proficiency with catastrophe modeling tools or software is preferable.  Proficiency in English and Chinese oral and written communication is a must, particularly the ability to communicate complex ideas simply and effectively.

Main responsibilities (but not limited to) 

• Training clients on using Touchstone and Touchstone Re and answering questions on AIR's suite of software products
• Perform sophisticated risk analyses using AIR's cutting-edge technology for Re/insurers, brokers, and other financial intermediaries in the internationally expanding business of catastrophe risk management
• Help solve client software and technical issues.
• Add value to modelled results through customization of output tailored to the needs of clients
• Communicate directly with clients to develop project timelines and manage deliverable expectations
• Help clients reliably assess and manage their catastrophe loss potential through interpretation of modelling results
• Recommend new approaches to risk management for AIR and our clients.

Required Knowledge and Skills 

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, a solid understanding of probability concepts, excellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to client services.
• Working knowledge of SQL/developing simple Excel Macro is required. knowledge of programming languages such as R and C# will be useful as well as the ability to use ArcGIS and/or Matlab.  
• Excellent English communication, time management and organizational skills are also required.
• Experience using Microsoft Office is essential
• Good understanding of the Asia Pacific insurance/ reinsurance markets is preferred.

Education Requirements

A Bachelors or higher degree in science, engineering or mathematics is preferable.

Any certification course in Insurance and Risk management is plus.

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