Quantitative Risk Modeller 80-100%

In this role based in Zurich, you will be part of the Quantitative and Actuarial Projects team in Group Risk Management. This is an exciting opportunity for new or recent graduates to join Zurich, a leading international insurance group. As a Quantitative Risk Modeller, you will take part in the development and validation of models and their results, which are used across the Group. Models in scope include risk models used for Swiss Solvency Test (SST) and Solvency II (SII), pricing or underwriting, as well as other models with a high impact on financial statements or which play a key part in business decisions.

What you will do

As a Quantitative Risk Modeller, you will work on a variety of projects with different stakeholders over time, including those in Risk and Actuarial departments. Your main responsibilities will involve:
 

• Supporting the modelling teams in developing, maintaining and documenting risk and other high impact models

• Supporting the modelling teams in producing, analyzing and reporting model results

• Supporting  projects of strategic importance

• Supporting the validation teams in implementing validation tools, executing validation tests and producing reports

• Primary work location is Zurich

What you bring

As a Quantitative Risk Modeller your skills and qualifications include: 
 

• Master degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Quantitative Finance or other related fields or PhD  

• New graduate or up to 1 year of relevant experience in the (re)insurance industry, at a consulting firm or a financial institution

• Experience in risk and capital modelling would be an advantage

• Pursuing or planning to pursue an actuarial qualification (per local society) would be an advantage

• Strong statistical, data modelling and programming skills (R and/or Python)

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

• Strong communication and relationship building capabilities

• Fluent written and spoken English is a must

Additional Information

We look forward to receiving your online application. 

At our Quai Zurich Campus, our culture and our people are what set us apart. We thrive on face-to-face interactions that drive collaboration, nurture our unique culture, and amplify our success. Enjoy the best of both worlds with the flexibility to work up to two days remotely per week within Switzerland, allowing you to balance personal commitments while excelling in your career. Please discuss your flexibility needs with us during your interview.

Information for recruitment agencies

Zurich does not accept any applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications as well as any associated fees. 

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right? 

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great! 
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.
 

• Location(s):  CH - Zürich 
• Remote working: Hybrid
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Grace Cunningham