The Travelers Companies, Inc

Manager, External Data Strategy

The Travelers Companies, Inc • $99K — $163K *
Hartford, CT 06106Hybrid
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, mathematics, finance, actuarial science, economics or analytics-related field.
  • Understanding of third-party data.
  • Knowledge of the Property and Casualty industry.
  • Analyzes external data implementation impacts on the organization.
  • Collaboration with teams to develop new product strategies.
  • Strong business and technical acumen.
  • Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Drive discussions with data providers about new and existing product enhancements.
  • Lead discussions on the business value of external data sources with product and R&D teams.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop business requirements and provide training.
  • Diagnose and solve issues related to external data production.
  • Lead evaluations and updates of existing solutions for external data implementations.
  • Monitor performance of external data products and underwriting strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with data security and protection requirements.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage from the first day of employment for employees and eligible family members.
  • 401(k) matching up to 5% of eligible pay and contributions towards student loans.
  • Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid holidays.
  • Access to a comprehensive wellness program with mental health resources.
  • Opportunities for community involvement through volunteer rewards and matching gift programs.
Full Job Description
Job Category
Data Analytics

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range
$99,100.00 - $163,400.00

Target Openings
1

What Is the Opportunity?
This role sits at the intersection of data strategy, business analysis, and vendor partnership. This role will evaluate the value of external data products, build compelling business cases, and drive initiatives from concept through execution. Strong collaboration with business partners is at the core of this work — partnering with product management, data science, and analytics teams to translate external data capabilities into delivering on strategies that enable new business capabilities and better outcomes for our customers.

You will leverage sharp business acumen, strong data & analytics knowledge, and communication skills to influence stakeholders at all levels. You will assess cost-benefit trade-offs, navigating vendor relationships, and partnering across Product, Distribution and other Personal Insurance value streams to unlock new opportunities. Intellectual curiosity is essential — this role will dig into existing workflows, ask the right questions, and identify where external data can do more.What Will You Do?
  • Drive discussions with data providers regarding new product offerings and existing product enhancements.
  • Lead discussions with product strategy and R&D teams regarding the business value of external data sources.
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders to develop comprehensive business requirements and support training and communication for broader organization.
  • Diagnose and solve for production external data issues.
  • Responsible for leading evaluations and working with the teams to update existing solutions and drive implementations of external data.
  • Monitor the performance of external data products and their underwriting strategies.
  • Responsible for bringing awareness on vendor outages and in some instances working with the product teams to get resolution to impacted policies.
  • Responsible for researching existing systems with regard to external data and developing impact assessments for issues and strategic efforts.
  • Ensure compliance with data security and protection requirements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
  • Bachelor's degree in business management, mathematics, management information, finance, actuarial science, economics or other analytics-related field.
  • Demonstrate understanding of third party data.
  • Knowledge of the Property and Casualty industry.
  • Performs analysis with of external data implementations understands the impacts of decisions on the broader organization.
  • Works with a team to support development of new product strategies.
  • Demonstrates strong business and technical acumen.
  • Drives results and acts with a sense of urgency.
  • Customer focused orientation.
  • Advanced to expert oral and written communication skills.
  • Organization and prioritization skills a must.
  • Attention to detail, with critical thinking and analytical skills.

What is a Must Have?
  • Bachelor’s degree, or a minimum of four years of related work experience.

What Is in It for You?
  • Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
  • Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
  • Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
  • Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
  • Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

About The Travelers Companies, Inc

Travelers is an insurance leader, committed to keeping pace with the ever-changing needs of their customers and anticipating their needs for the future. There is no stronger testament to their dedication to protecting customers from loss than their continued innovation and ability to transform their industry. In fact, from the first-ever auto and space travel policies and hybrid car discount, to the 2009 founding of The Travelers Institute for public policy, their history of advancements has propelled their company—and their industry—towards ever higher standards for customers. Travelers is a company that works hard at the science of what they do: they analyze information, process perspectives and measure results to create the best combination of products and services. They work equally hard at customer service and how they interact with the people whom they do business. Over the years, they've strived to earn their customer's loyalty by continually improving their abilities to listen and respond to their needs.

The Travelers Companies, Inc Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Travelers Companies, Inc, a leader in the insurance industry, and propel your career to new heights with a company known for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and professional growth.

Explore Job Opportunities and Growth

At The Travelers Companies, Inc, we offer a plethora of job opportunities that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Whether you're seeking a position in management, customer service, underwriting, or IT, we have a place for you. Our commitment to professional growth means we provide unparalleled career advancement tools and leadership training to help you climb the ladder of success.

Internship Programs: A Gateway to Employment

Kickstart your career with our dynamic internship programs. These opportunities are designed not just to teach, but to challenge and expand your understanding of the industry. Internships at Travelers are a perfect way to enhance your resume and gain valuable real-world experience, making you a competitive candidate for future employment.

Culture and Benefits

At The Travelers Companies, Inc, we pride ourselves on a culture that fosters diversity, networking, and innovation. Our team is our family, and we support each other's professional and personal growth. The benefits at Travelers are comprehensive, designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, including health, wellness, and continuous education.

Hiring Process: What to Expect

Our hiring process is straightforward and transparent, designed to find passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. From the initial application and resume submission to the interview, we ensure that every candidate is treated with respect and given a fair chance to demonstrate their capabilities.

Career Development and Training

We believe in nurturing talent and providing our team with the tools they need to succeed. Our career development programs include professional training, diversity training, and skills enhancement workshops. These resources are tailored to foster innovation and empower our employees with the latest industry knowledge and best practices.

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Learn more about The Travelers Companies, Inc
Size
30,800 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1853
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$32 billion
NASDAQ
TRV
* Ladders Estimates

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