Western National is seeking an experienced Pricing Analyst to join our Product and Data Management Team. This position will develop, analyze, and implement innovative rating programs and product enhancements initially for Non-Standard Auto with potential to assist in analysis of additional lines of business.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of pricing experience within the insurance industry, preferably in Property and Casualty. This role will perform data analysis, develop pricing, conduct rate reviews, perform indications, and participate in state filings. The person in this role will frequently communicate across various departments and work to achieve company profitability objectives.

• Conducts comprehensive reviews and analysis of data to develop rates, rating plans and pricing including forecasting profitability levels and overall performance for assigned products in all states.
• Analyzes existing policy data to identify trends and relationships and reports results and recommendations to management.
• Establishes a regular schedule of product rate reviews and recommends rate refinements as appropriate.
• Researches and monitors competitor products/prices and recommends innovative pricing and product enhancement.
• Participates in the development, submission, and management of rate, rule, and form filings.
• Provides technical knowledge in rate and coverage analysis of new and existing lines of business.
• Provides pricing input for corporate projects.
• Analyzes financial impact of new state regulations on pricing and profitability as appropriate.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

• 2+ years of Pricing Analysis experience within the Insurance Industry, preferably in Property and Casualty.
• Ability to accurately identify, document and communicate business problems and recommend solutions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing to all levels of the organization as well as external contacts.
• Advanced MS Office skills with strong focus on Excel is required.
• Experience with Tableau and SERFF a plus.
• Experience in Property & Casualty insurance, including Non-Standard Auto, is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; experience in lieu of degree acceptable.

Western National Insurance is a growing, A+ rated (A.M. Best) group of property-and-casualty insurance companies serving individuals, families, and businesses in 20 states across the Midwestern and Western U.S. plus Alaska. Currently ranked as the 57th largest private company by revenue in Minnesota (Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal), Western National has consistently earned accolades as an employer of choice, including as a Star Tribune Top Workplace (2011 – 2016), and previously as a recipient of the Minnesota Business Ethics Award, as a Minnesota Business Magazine Top 100 Workplace, as a Principal Financial “10 Best” Company, and as a finalist for the Alfred P. Sloan “When Work Works” Award.

Western National is known as “The Relationship Company®” and caring for employees is a key part of that relationship commitment. Western National offers competitive pay, advancement opportunities, a generous benefits package, a robust wellbeing program, and a healthy work/life balance (including three weeks of paid time off, nine paid holidays, and eight hours of paid volunteer time as a starting point for new employees). These attributes are just some of the reasons why nearly half of our employees choose to stay on the Western National team for 10 years or more.

Our benefits package includes:

• 401(k) company match
• Medical insurance – We offer affordable (thanks to a strong employer subsidy), above-average coverage and the choice of either a traditional Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) option OR a High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) option
• Western Wellbeing program – Including on-site massage, yoga classes, salad and healthy snack days, sit/stand workstations, nutrition seminars, and more
• 100% company-paid tuition reimbursement for approved, job-relevant coursework
• Discounts on automobile and homeowner’s insurance
• Other standard employee benefits – Including dental insurance, vision benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, and more

We could continue to list the things that we think make Western National a great place to work, but why not hear it instead from actual current and former employees? Here are some quotes that Western National employees have posted to the Glassdoor public review site:

• “Excellent company which prioritizes customer service and community service.”
• “Just a great place to come to work and stay for a career. I love the personal touch from [the] executive suite on down. [The] CEO is on a first-name basis with everyone.”
• “Above-average benefits, especially on the health insurance front.”
• “I have felt welcomed here and I feel like the Senior Management cares.”

(For more reviews from current and former Western National employees, you can visit the company’s Glassdoor page here: http://bit.ly/2qXtl4A .)

***Western National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.***