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<p style="background: white; margin: 0px 0in;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; white-space: normal;">About the Company<br> </span></strong></span></p> <p style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; background: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: var(--line-height-base); margin: 0px 0in;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><em style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; white-space: normal;">Vantage Group Holdings Ltd. (Vantage) was established in late 2020 as a re/insurance partner designed for the future. Driven by relentless curiosity, our team of trusted experts provides a fresh perspective on our clients’ risks. We add creativity to tech-enabled efficiency and robust analytics to address risks others avoid. Vantage provides specialty re/insurance through its operating subsidiaries in Bermuda and the U.S.<br> </span></em></span></p> <p style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; background: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: var(--line-height-base); margin: 0px 0in;"><em><em><em><em><em><em><em style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Vantage has approximately 365 colleagues in both the United States and Bermuda. We have offices in Chicago, IL, Norwalk, CT, West Hartford, CT, Washington, DC, Boston, MA, New York, NY, Atlanta, GA and Hamilton, Bermuda. Additionally, we are a highly geographically diverse workforce with colleagues based in 35 states and counting. We fully support work flexibility including remote and hybrid work arrangements.</span></span></em></em></em></em></em></em></em></p><p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">About the role:</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">At Vantage, the Senior Data Scientist/AI Analyst will play a critical role in developing analytical solutions to support our business partners. We welcome candidates with either a data science background with exposure to AI techniques and tools or an AI analyst background that combines strong data analysis skills with deep expertise in leveraging AI models and toolkits and/or building Agentic systems — a successful candidate could come from either path. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Data Scientists will leverage advanced statistical, modeling, and AI skills; AI Analysts will leverage strong data/business acumen, creative problem solving, and knowledge of AI and Agentic toolkits. In both cases, the individual will use their respective skillset to help our underwriting, actuarial, and operations partners better understand, quantify, and manage their risks differently, ultimately delivering high-quality, transparent, and business-aligned outcomes. We are seeking a curious, creative, and self-motivated individual who is energized by using data and analytical techniques to solve challenging real-world problems. Vantage’s US colleagues have the flexibility to work anywhere in the United States (excluding US territories and possessions). </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The base salary expectation for this role is between $135,000 and $170,000. Actual base salary for the selected candidate may be higher commensurate with candidate experience and expectations. Additionally, Vantage offers its colleagues performance-based bonus potential, strong health & welfare benefits, retirement plans with company match, competitive time off plans, a highly flexible work environment, and much more. </span></p> <p><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Responsibilities & Accountabilities:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Build sustainable solutions for our customers using data analysis, machine learning, and generative AI techniques. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Perform cost-benefit analyses to determine the value of a project and assist in estimating the return on investment of deployed analytical and AI solutions. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Identify new data sources—internal and external, structured and unstructured—and quantify their potential value as inputs to AI, ML, and analytical products. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Partner with data engineers to build analytical and model training datasets and with ML ops engineers to operationalize solutions. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Present solution results to the Data, Analytics, and Technology team, as well as business partners across the organization; translate technical work into business outcomes. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Monitor and maintain solutions once deployed; identify opportunities to increase the impact of deployed solutions. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Perform ad-hoc analyses as needed. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Remain current on industry trends, tools, and techniques. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Be a thought partner. Assist in driving or supporting the business problem solving process. </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ideal Candidate Profile:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; Master’s or Ph.D. in a STEM field is a plus but not required or equivalent professional experience. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">5+ years of experience in a Data Science, Applied AI, or Applied R&D role. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Hands-on experience building solutions with large language models; experience fine tuning or developing agentic systems a plus. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong foundation in statistics, classical machine learning, and experimentation. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong knowledge of Python and/or R; strong knowledge of SQL. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Hands-on experience with version control systems such as git is a plus but not required. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to partner with engineers to operationalize assets in production. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to build analytical and AI-powered web applications via e.g. Streamlit, R Shiny, and/or PowerBI, etc. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Insurance or financial services experience strongly preferred; however, we are open to strong generalists from other domains who can ramp on the industry. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to prioritize and balance speed of development with quality of work.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience building end-to-end solutions.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to collaborate with fellow members of the Data, Analytics and Technology group and with our business partners.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong project management skills, with emphasis on attention to details and meeting proposed timelines.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Clear, concise communication skills with the ability to share complex information in a way that everyone can understand.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to build productive working relationships with stakeholders.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to process and adapt to change in a rapid growth company environment. Vantage associates are expected to be curious, thrifty, and resourceful to manage through the unknowns of growing a specialty (re)insurance business from the ground up.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Our Vantage Values</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Do What’s Right</strong> – be a force for good, for our customers, shareholders, colleagues, industry and communities.</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Be Relentlessly Curious</strong> – ask questions, listen to understand, challenge the status quo, look for ways to say YES, drive innovation, be opportunistic and disciplined.</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>We’re Better Together</strong> – collaborate, be inclusive, supportive, respectful and humble, be a trusted partner internally and externally.</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Be Transparent</strong> – in who you are, what you think, and how you work, seek and provide alternative points of view, be true to yourself.</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Make A Difference</strong> – focus on impact, embrace technology, leverage data and analytics as critical assets, act intentionally to deliver on our mission.</span></p> <p> </p><div> <div> <div> <div> <p style="background: white; margin: 0px 0in;"><em><span style="font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; font-style: normal; white-space: normal;">We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At Vantage, we strive to build and foster a culture where inclusiveness is ingrained, not just an initiative. All colleagues support building an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their experiences and ideas to foster an environment which encourages you to "Be You!" We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.</span></em></p> <p style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; background: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: var(--line-height-base); margin: 0px 0in;"><em style="font-style: italic; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; font-style: normal; white-space: normal;">In connection with our business, Vantage may collect and process your personal data. For further information</span></em><em style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; white-space: normal;"> </span></em><em style="font-style: italic; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; font-style: normal; white-space: normal;">regarding how we use this data, please see our online privacy notice at </span></em><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.vantagerisk.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Vantage-Privacy-Policy-Job-Applicants-November-2023.pdf" target="_blank">Vantage Recruiting Privacy Notice</a>.<br><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.vantagerisk.com/privacy-policy/" target="_blank"><em style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: blue; font-style: normal; white-space: normal;"> </span></em></a></p> <p style="font-style: italic; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; background: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: var(--line-height-base); margin: 0px 0in;"><em style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; font-style: normal; white-space: normal;">ADA Notice: All applications shall be submitted online through our applicant tracking system. Candidates needing reasonable disability accommodation to enable them to apply and/or fully participate in the selection process are encouraged to email </span></em><em><span style="font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; white-space: normal;"><a rel="noopener" href="mailto:recruiting@vantagerisk.com" target="_blank"><em style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: blue; font-style: normal; white-space: normal;">recruiting@vantagerisk.com</span></em></a></span></em><em style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; font-style: normal; white-space: normal;"> with the subject Candidate ADA Request detailing their needs. Please note the above email box is for candidates needing reasonable disability accommodation only, emails submitting resumes will not be considered and those seeking application status updates will go unanswered.</span></em></p> </div> </div> </div> </div>

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