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CATASTROPHE / EXPOSURE MANAGEMENT
Overview of the market
2025 has seen a consistent demand for talent, as the market continues to increasingly utilise and prioritise
analytically led decision-making. Given the significant impact that Cat/EM teams have, many firms are eager to
retain, develop, and expand their team not just in numbers, but in capabilities and influence, which has seen
employers think of new ways to keep hold of vital talent and not fall behind the competition.
With firms across the market eager to attract the best, the work of Cat/EM teams in enhancing industry knowledge,
highlights the market’s constant and ever-evolving requirements to stay best in class. Factors including climate
change, geopolitical uncertainty, and cyber-attacks to name but a few, allow for professionals to increase their
exposure to project-work, model validation/evaluation, view of risk development, and has led to organisations
investing heavily in the latest tools and technology, as well as dedicating resources to research and development
teams, to help stay ahead in the market.
Miles Moran (Consultant)
Miles.Moran@ipsgroup.co.uk
When it comes to the motivating factors that see candidate intrigue and activity spike, this can be attributed to
structured pathways for technical and professional development, as well as the total compensation package and
wider benefits on offer, with hybrid/flexible working policy remaining high on the list for candidates to consider –
many opting for greater flexibility over increased base salaries. Scope to diversify on previous experience, whether
that comes in the form of a new/blended line of business focus, model and tool usage, front-line exposure and
communication in a strategic capacity, or involvement in research and project-work, all contribute to the ways in
which professionals are keen to advance their careers beyond pure financials.
Contract opportunities have remained consistent; opportunities have largely been towards the mid-senior level,
given the difficulties that are faced when attracting suitable knowledge and expertise from a permanent source.
Due to the variation in the market between each environment, role, and even down to line of business focus, we
would welcome an introductory conversation to offer the most bespoke and tailored guidance as to your current
market position or hiring requirements.
Skills most in demand
Multi-vendor model experience/ability.
Experience working across multiple lines of business.
Peril/subject matter knowledge.
Strong communication skills (presenting, reporting,
stakeholder management)
Top 5 Qualifications required
Science, Geography, Mathematical related degree
(Bsc – Msc – PhD)
Qualifications & certifications (CCRA, CEEM or
equivalent)
Coding & programming qualifications
Cert, Diploma or Advanced Diploma (CII)
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