Reinsurance Analyst

Welcome to Western & Southern Financial Group Our focus on creating value for our customers through everything we do is foundational to who we are.

We provide meaningful and challenging work for our associates, a key facet of our incredible culture that helps make Western & Southern a career destination.

More than 135 years of operating history :

• Born as a modest, door-to-door life insurance business and built to last forever
• Ranked 372 on Fortune 500
• Award winning Talent Development Team
• Top 10 for Top Spouse Employer and Military Friendly Employer in 2023
• We consider Cincinnati the best place to live, work and celebrate life that is why we are committed to doing good for our community

Our Culture

We are building our company to thrive and provide value to our customers, business partners and associates over the long term.

To accomplish this, we look for professionals who embody our culture of integrity, top-notch performance, collaboration and teamwork.

We are committed to hiring and developing associates who are driven to excel, have a strong work ethic and use astute, fact-based and ethical judgment in decision-making.

A Day in the Life

The Reinsurance Analyst uses their analytical, operational, technical, and problem solving skills to analyze and administer Western & Southern’s reinsurance programs, which are key to the financial and strategic success of the organization.

Develop your insurance, reinsurance, business analysis, problem solving, project management, and communication skills with our close, collaborative team.

Gain visibility and exposure to several key functions of Western & Southern, such as Actuarial, Administration, Claims, Information Technology, Law, and Underwriting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate determination and reporting of reinsured amounts and reinsurance premiums.
• Work cooperatively with W&S’s reinsurers to ensure accurate and timely payment of reinsurance claims.
• Collaborate with multi-functional team to implement new reinsurance programs and enhance administration of existing programs.
• Develop deep understanding of reinsurance and how reinsurance values are determined and reported. Use this expertise to research and respond to reinsurance-related questions from both internal and external groups.
• Analyze, understand, and communicate reinsurance trends.
• Understand back-office processes and their impact on reinsurance.

Required Competencies and Skills :

• Proven strong analytical skills, including demonstrated experience identifying and quantifying problems and providing effective resolutions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to develop a deep understanding of a subject matter. Proven desire to increase knowledge beyond understanding how to complete a task.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong, collaborative professional relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization and time management ability.
• Proven experience in spreadsheet and / or database applications.

Desired Competencies and Skills :

• Prior insurance / reinsurance experience.
• Understanding of accounting principles and business concepts.
• Prior experience with the TAI reinsurance administration software.

Premier Benefits to Support YOU

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription, pet insurance, life insurance, disability, Fertility, maternity / caregiver & parental leave, and more!
• Retirement solution with our 401(k) savings AND pension plan!
• Paid time off that increases with tenure.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Subsidized affordable parking
• On-site Cafeteria and fitness center (including sports leagues)
• On-site Registered Nurse
• Career Coaching / Mentoring
• Individualized development plans and career pathing
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Western & Southern Financial Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.