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This role, in our Personal Lines Department, applies economic, quantitative, and statistical skills in the development of underwriting, pricing, financial, and claims models to achieve profitable growth and make sound business decisions across areas of Sentry Insurance.

This position can be filled as an Advanced Analytics Modeler I or Advanced Analytics Modeler II depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

What You'll Do

• Identify components of insurance costs and estimate the expected values by risk.

• Identify data sources, build necessary data queries using SQL/ETL queries, and verify data quality.

• Apply data science tools and various statistical techniques such as regression, decision trees and neural networks to build, validate, and implement models for solving business problems.

• Monitor existing models and processes to ensure performance and data quality.

• Estimate the economic impact of operational decisions.

• Lead analysis of business data to provide insights and business recommendations.

• Lead analysis of business strategies to measure overall effectiveness.

• Manage multiple modeling and statistical projects, including timelines, personnel, and communication with project sponsors.

What it Takes

• Masters Degree required or equivalent work experience.

• PhD or Masters in applied math, statistics, operations research, economics, finance, or related quantitative field strongly preferred.

• Experience in the insurance industry preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively collaborate with multi-disciplinary groups and all organizational levels.

• Demonstrated proficiency in statistical software tools such as Python, R, or SAS.

• Knowledge of data extraction, validation, and practical application of statistical modeling techniques.

• Sentry does not offer employment in the position to holders of F-1, J-1, and H-1 Visas.

What You'll Receive

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you'll receive.

• Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you'll work in office.

• As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.

• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.

• 401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.

• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program

• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off

• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.

• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs

• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

About Sentry

We take great pride in making Forbes' list of America's Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.

Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we're one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We're rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.

Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.

Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!

Casey Van Der Geest

Casey.VanDerGeest@sentry.com