Underwriting Analyst II (11420)

Description



Looking for a place where your hard work can be FUN and APPRECIATED  Come join H&R Block's World Headquarters location.  This is your chance to join our 17,000 full-time associates and become part of our 53 year old well known and respected brand.  Block is America's 6th largest retail organization with over 22 million clients nationwide.  Due to our exciting plans for the future, we have several career opportunities available. 

 

Check out the Underwriting Analyst II position below and apply TODAY!

 

WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR H&R BLOCK 

 

Your outstanding compensation and benefits package would include:

 Competitive salary and incentive compensation package Paid Time Off including Vacation (accrues on your first day; 2-4 weeks depending on position) Paid holidays Sick time Short-term and long term disabilitySupport for you and your dependants Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and travel insurance plans Adoption Assistance program (up to $3,000)Financial Support 401(k) plan - $1 for $1 match up to 5% of salary with immediate vesting after 90 days Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% discount on Block stock) Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year Tax services (little or no cost)Culture Progressive and innovative Open exchange of ideas Business casual attire with causal Fridays Flexible work schedule possible for many positions

 

Plus, the benefits of working downtown couldn't be better--free parking and access to the exciting new Kansas City Power & Light District to enjoy all the new restaurants and shopping.

 

JOB SUMMARY

Conducts analysis with a focus on experimental design, assessment, execution, measurement of current programs, evaluation of proposed programs, behavioral analysis, data mining, customer segmentation, predictive modeling, site selection, performance management, and other relevant statistical analyses.  Assists in the coordination and project management of various research initiatives.  Serves as an internal consultant in identifying opportunities to improve decision making through the application of analytical concepts and techniques.

 

JOB DUTIESConsults with internal clients to understand proposed programs.  Conducts appropriate analyses to estimate program impacts.  Owns the model and process development and deployment for the Bank's Emerald Advance loan products Works with external model development team in conjunction with internal analytics group to identify improvements in loss and performance model used for lending products In conjunction with both internal and external teams, acts as a project manager for the model development efforts Consults with internal clients to understand how each program will be executed with the customer.  Identifies issues that may affect program measurement.  Provides appropriate lead lists to support program execution. Executes measurement and analysis plans, providing accurate and comprehensive analyses of consumer response to programs, as well as revenue and profitability impacts, key findings and recommendations. Identifies needs for future analysis and modeling support.  Anticipates data requirements and ensures required data is available to support current and future analysis. Conducts data mining to provide customer profiling, behavioral analysis, performance management analysis, targeting and segmentation as needed in support of business initiatives. Conducts business analyses that support management decision-making relative to client marketing and retail operations. Other duties as assigned.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

· Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Operations Research, or other related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

· A minimum of two years model development, statistical methodologies, or quantitative analysis experience.

· Knowledge of principles and techniques of statistics.

· Knowledge of statistical modeling principles, concepts and techniques.

· Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of database marketing.

· Proficiency with in SAS with an emphasis on statistical analysis, programming, data manipulation and data quality management skills.

· Strong statistical and quantitative analysis skills.

· Demonstrated critical conceptual and intellectual skills.

· Ability to use a systematic approach in solving problems through analysis and evaluation of alternative solutions.

· Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

· Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

· Demonstrated organizational and planning capabilities.

· Effective organizational and prioritization skills.

· Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the Company.

· Ability to work effectively in a diverse work group.

· Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

 

H&R Block is a progressive company dedicated to helping our clients achieve their financial objectives by serving as their tax and financial partner. If you meet the above requirements and would like to explore a career with Block, please log onto our career website at www.hrblock.com and submit your resume and profile. 

 

Preparing America's Taxes since 1955

 

H&R Block is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

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