Catastrophe Risk Data Automation & Reporting Developer
Job Description
General Job Title: Catastrophe Risk Data Automation & Reporting Developer Division: Exposure Management – Underwriting Reports To: As per Beazley’s organisation chart Key Relationships: Exposure Management team, Underwriting teams, Capital Modelling team, Ceded Reinsurance team, Risk Management team, Governance Committees Job Summary: This role is within the Exposure Management team dedicated to catastrophe risk management for Beazley’s Cyber Risks and Speciality Risks divisions
The role will enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of reporting and data processes across the business
The position focuses on modernising reporting pipelines, automating manual workflows, and ensuring the consistent and reliable production of critical management and regulatory information
The postholder will combine technical coding expertise with an understanding of insurance exposure data to deliver robust, long‑term solutions
Key Responsibilities: Reporting, Data Automation & Solution Development: Work alongside Exposure Management Analysts to update, streamline, and optimise reporting processes using modern coding practices, tooling, and programming languages
Design, build, automate, and maintain the production of Management Information (MI), ensuring outputs are accurate, timely, repeatable, and scalable
Develop automated data transformation routines, dashboards, and reporting feeds using tools such as SQL, R, Power BI, or Python (if applicable)
Build solutions for how Exposure Management data is presented, consumed, and integrated with other functions (e.g., pricing tools, underwriting systems, capital modelling)
Create reusable code modules, templates, and documentation to support consistent development standards across the team
Process Improvement & Regulatory Reporting: Review and enhance internal processes for regulatory submissions, including (but not limited to) Lloyd’s Realistic Disaster Scenarios (RDS) and Lloyd’s RDS/RDL returns
Identify opportunities for automation, data quality improvement, and improved auditability within regulatory reporting
Ensure processes align with good practices in accuracy, validation, and governance
Train colleagues on processes and contribute to the upskilling of Exposure Management colleagues in data automation and reporting
Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work collaboratively with underwriting support functions (claims, risk, data management) to source, validate, and integrate data where required
Partner with IT on system upgrades, technology migrations, process redesigns, and testing to ensure seamless adoption of new Exposure Management systems
Collaborate with Beazley IT Architecture to design and implement long‑term, scalable technical solutions for reporting, data storage, and process automation
Support central Exposure Management on ad-hoc analytical projects, process reviews, and data investigations
Quality, Governance & Continuous Improvement: Contribute to building strong data governance practices and improving data quality across Exposure Management
Develop monitoring and validation checks within automated processes to maintain accuracy and consistency
Ensure technical solutions are well-documented, tested, and maintainable for future use
General: It is important that within all your interactions both internally and externally you adhere Beazley’s core values - Being Bold, Striving for Better, and Doing the Right Thing as they contribute to an internal environment of teamwork and promote a positive brand image and experience to our external customers
We also expect Beazley employees to: Comply with Beazley procedures, policies and regulations including the code of conduct which incorporates the PRA and FCA Conduct
Undertake training on Beazley policies and procedures as delivered by your line manager, the People & Sustainability or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) either directly, via e-learning or the learning management system
Display business ethics that uphold the interests of all our customers
Ensure all interactions with customers are focused on delivering a fair outcome, including having the right products for their needs
Comply with any specific responsibilities necessary for your role as outlined by your line manager, the People & Sustainability or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) and ensure you keep up to date with developments in these areas
This may include, amongst others, Beazley’s underwriting control standards, Beazley’s claims control standards, other Beazley standards and customer relationship management
Carry out additional responsibilities as individually notified, either through your objectives or through the learning management system
These may include membership of any Beazley committees or working groups
Personal Specification: Education and Qualifications Educated to A‑Level or equivalent
Degree in a relevant discipline preferred but not essential
Actuarial background is advantageous but not required
Skills and Abilities Strong numerical ability with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Effective verbal and written communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to non‑technical audiences
Strong time‑management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to analyse issues and develop practical solutions
Knowledge and Experience Previous insurance experience, ideally within exposure management, analytics
Strong technical skills, including advanced Excel and SQL coding/programming experience
Other coding/programming experience desirable (e.g., VBA, R, Python, Power BI)
Experience in process automation, data manipulation, and report production desirable
Understanding of catastrophe modelling, exposure data, or Lloyd’s reporting frameworks beneficial but not essential
Aptitude and Disposition Self‑motivated and proactive with a passion for continuous improvement
Flexible and enthusiastic, able to adapt to evolving business needs
Professional, reliable, and committed to delivering high‑quality outputs
Competencies Accuracy & attention to detail Self‑starter mentality Delivery speed balanced with quality Effective teamwork Strong organisational and time management skills