Please note this was advertised before Christmas. Previous applicants do
not need to apply again.
ECCLESIASTICAL INSURANCE GROUP
BUSINESS STATISTICIAN
Location: Head Office, Gloucester
Salary range: £26-£33k depending upon experience, plus benefits
This vacancy has arisen as a result of Ecclesiastical’s growing management
information and statistical modelling needs. In particular, business
management are seeking enhanced statistical pricing and claims modelling
information, and the changing regulatory environment requires a more
sophisticated approach to modelling risks and presenting management
information. During the first year the jobholder will work intensively on a
project team integrating statistical work into the company’s data warehouse
and reporting systems.
As part of a small team of business statisticians, you will over time be
involved in developing stochastic and statistical models, including
generalised linear models, cluster analyses, time series forecasts and a
raft of actuarial techniques typically used in general insurance. You will
also be expected to make your findings available to underwriters and other
business users via clearly written reports, presentations and Business
Objects reports via the data warehouse.
The jobholder will :
· Provide professional advice to internal customers to assist their
decision-making.
· Develop and maintain end-user pricing, reserving and other modelling
applications and MI reporting, understanding business needs & focusing
efforts on delivering value.
· Review and improve processes & techniques to enhance the
effectiveness of the function.
· Communicate with and coach colleagues effectively, championing
statistical disciplines to help spread best practice through the company.
You will need to have:
· Minimum qualification of a degree in Applied Maths & Stats,
Statistics or Econometrics, preferably also a post grad qualification in
these areas.
· Robust number skills with experience in statistical or actuarial
methodologies and tools (preferably including experience of both stochastic
modelling and S-Plus)
· The ideal candidate would also have prior experience of actuarial or
statistical functions within general insurance, however full training can
be provided as necessary. Starting salary will reflect statistical /
commercial experience levels.
· Strong communication and influencing skills, including an ability to
describe statistical concepts in layman’s terms and to make clear,
actionable recommendations based on findings.
· Strong attention to detail and high levels of computer literacy.
· Ability to work to tight deadlines, especially in pursuit of
regulatory compliance and meeting audit timetables.
The post is immediately available. To apply, send your CV quoting
reference BUS124 to:
[log in to unmask] or to The Human Resources Department, Ecclesiastical
Insurance Group, Beaufort House, Brunswick Road, Gloucester GL1 1JZ.
Previous applicants need not apply again.
Should you wish to find out more about this post please contact Flavia
Jones at 01452 334686 or [log in to unmask]
Closing date: 30th January 2004.
For more information or to apply direct see www.ecclesiastical.co.uk
Ecclesiastical is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications
from candidates with disabilities.
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Ecclesiastical Insurance Group plc
Beaufort House Brunswick Road Gloucester GL1 1JZ Tel: 01452 528533
Fax: 01452 423557
Website: http://www.ecclesiastical.co.uk Email: [log in to unmask]
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- Ecclesiastical Insurance Office plc. (EIO) Reg. No. 24869.
- Ecclesiastical Life Ltd. (ELL) Reg. No. 243111.
- Allchurches Investment Management Services Ltd. (AIMS) Reg. No. 2170173.
- Allchurches Mortgage Company Ltd. (AMC) Reg. No. 1974218.
- Ecclesiastical Underwriting Management Ltd (EUM) Reg. No. 2368571
All companies are registered in England at the above office address.
EIO is a member of the General Insurance Standards Council (
http://www.gisc.co.uk), the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS), is
authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA)
(http://www.fsa.gov.uk/register/). EIO & ELL are members of the Association
of British Insurers. ELL & AIMS are members of the FOS and the
Ecclesiastical Group and are authorised and regulated by the FSA for life
assurance, pensions and OEIC (investment funds) and the adopted stakeholder
pension of another provider. AIMS is a member of the Investment Management
Association. AMC is a member of the Council of Mortgage Lenders and
subscribes to the Mortgage Code Compliance Board.
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