Quantitative Associate

About Corgi

Corgi is a comprehensive insurance carrier focused on creating superior, streamlined insurance products by handling underwriting, pricing, and policy issuance internally. The company is transforming the traditionally manual insurance sector with AI-driven solutions. Supported by $374 million in fundraising from investors like Kindred and TCV, Corgi aims to innovate the largest segment of financial services automation. They are part of YC S24.

Role Overview

This position offers a distinct opportunity for those passionate about utilizing quantitative methods to address complex challenges in insurance and portfolio management. Key responsibilities include constructing and maintaining mathematical models that inform pricing, underwriting, forecasting, and strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quantitative models supporting critical business areas such as pricing and underwriting.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Underwriting to oversee portfolio management and define underwriting strategies.
• Examine large, intricate datasets to detect trends, risks, and business opportunities within insurance.
• Work alongside engineering and product teams to apply analytical insights effectively.
• Assist the Head of Quantitative Strategy in managing the investment portfolio and shaping investment tactics.
• Design and analyze experiments using robust statistical techniques.
• Conceptualize, test, and implement trade strategies impacting investment portfolio management directly.
• Contribute to strategic projects across insurance operations, finance, and business growth.

Required Qualifications

• A strong foundation in quantitative disciplines like mathematics, statistics, economics, physics, computer science, or engineering.
• Excellent analytical skills coupled with notable problem-solving capabilities.
• Knowledge of statistical modeling, forecasting, optimization, or machine learning methods.
• Effective communication skills to clearly explain intricate concepts.
• A curious mindset eager to rapidly acquire knowledge across various domains.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic and rapidly evolving environments.

Preferred Credentials

• Experience within insurance, finance, capital markets, or other data-intensive sectors.
• Familiarity with predictive analytics, risk assessment, or actuarial science.
• Proven experience developing analytical tools or models for production use.
• Understanding of contemporary data ecosystems and cloud analytics platforms.
• Advanced academic qualifications in quantitative fields.

What Corgi Offers

• Direct engagement with intricate insurance challenges.
• Opportunities to build impactful models guiding real-world decisions.
• Roles with significant responsibility within a motivated, compact team.
• Competitive salary range from $200,000 to $350,000, equity options, and benefits.
• The chance to be part of a groundbreaking company shaping the insurance industry.