Data Scientist

Company Overview

PartnerRe is a prominent privately owned global reinsurer with a strong reputation for financial stability and commitment to supporting businesses and communities after risk events worldwide. The organization aims to maintain financial predictability, deliver customized solutions to clients, provide rewarding employee opportunities, and contribute positively to society, guided by core values such as Integrity, Performance, Collaboration, Transparent Communication, and Respect.

As part of a global team spanning multiple offices, employees experience career growth, work in a supportive environment, connect with experts internationally, and contribute meaningfully to the business.

Role Summary

The Data Scientist will primarily report to the Global Head of Data Science Consulting in the Life & Health division. This senior role involves significantly enhancing PartnerRe’s Life & Health offerings through advanced analytics and modeling.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and analytics consultancy to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and implement predictive models to support business objectives.
• Import, clean, and analyze data to estimate morbidity and mortality outcomes and their influencing factors.
• Create compelling data-driven narratives and presentations for diverse audiences.
• Conduct research on applying advanced analytics to emerging and existing areas.
• Contribute to the professional development of self and colleagues in analytic methodologies.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Advanced statistical and modeling expertise typically gained through graduate education and professional experience.
• Proficiency in programming with R and Python for statistical analysis and model building.
• Experience with a variety of analytic approaches such as regression techniques, modern machine learning (e.g., tree-based models), survival analysis, and discrete data modeling.
• Familiar with Linux environments, SQL databases, and Shiny is an advantage.
• Capable of independent work and collaborative support.

Desired Soft Skills

• Fluency in English; additional languages are advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills suited for an international, multicultural workplace.
• Ability to lead complex projects autonomously while also working effectively as a team member.

Experience

• A minimum of five years of post-graduate experience in a quantitative analytics role.
• Extensive experience in the insurance sector is preferred, specifically within Life and/or Health insurance.
• Experience in (re)insurance is beneficial but not mandatory.

Education

• Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline required.
• PhD holders in quantitative fields are encouraged to apply.
• Additional industry designations or certifications are a plus.

Additional Information

PartnerRe fosters a diverse and inclusive work culture where employees are respected and empowered to perform at their highest potential. Diversity and inclusion are core to the company’s values and working environment.