Head of Catastrophic Event Response

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The Role Strategy and Leadership Design and implement a best-in-class event response framework tailored to re/insurance client needs Serve as the face of Willis / Willis Re’s catastrophe event response internally and externally Develop and lead a small, high-performing team of event analysts Set protocols for activating response post-event, coordinating across broking, modelling, and research Operational Delivery Oversee the production of rapid event summary packs, client impact assessments, and market commentaries Develop and operationalise a loss estimation framework, blending vendor models, proprietary analytics, and WRN input Lead and author the Willis Natural Catastrophe Review, enhancing its reach, scientific rigour, and strategic influence External Engagement Represent Willis / Willis Re in client debriefs, industry panels, and media commentary following major events Build strong relationships with cedents, reinsurers, regulators, and modelling partners Support and feed the Willis Re View of Risk with event-derived insight and scenario testing Partner with the WRN to integrate cutting-edge hazard and loss science into workflows Internal Coordination Coordinate with Cat Modelling, Broking, and Analytics teams to deliver aligned, multi-perspective outputs Act as a central point of contact during live events and drive readiness for high-impact periods (., hurricane season) Note: Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.
Location:
Tempe
Job Type:
FullTime