Actuarial Data AnalystSan Francisco, CA; New York, NY - Shepherd : Job Details

Our mission is to create the first comprehensive platform that combines top-tier insurance offerings with world-class software so commercial businesses can manage risk and prevent losses. We started with the $10T commercial construction industry and are expanding to new verticals in 2025. Our thesis is that technology can solve the sustainability challenges facing commercial insurance, and to accomplish this we're building a platform that incentivizes our clients to adopt the best tools when they buy our coverage. Across construction and other commercial markets, technology is available but fundamentally underutilized, despite the potential for improving loss outcomes and stopping this crisis. To date, Shepherd has raised $20M+ from top tier VCs including Y-Combinator, Susa Ventures, Spark Capital, Costanoa Ventures, Era Ventures, Greenlight RE and Intact Ventures.

We're looking for an experienced Actuarial Data Analyst to join our growing actuarial team. You'll work cross-functionally with our insurance, underwriting, and engineering teams to support a suite of modern commercial insurance products. You will gain exposure to life at an early-stage startup and help build a strong culture for the actuarial team and beyond.

We have offices in San Francisco (HQ) and New York City. We love working together in person and are looking for candidates who can be onsite at our San Francisco HQ or NYC office.

• You have 2-5 years of commercial P&C actuarial experience, especially with middle-market casualty products and third-party data providers
• You are proficient with Python, dbt, and BI tools for analysis, visualization, reporting, and modeling
• You are organized and have the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
• You have exceptional interpersonal communication skills (verbal & written)
• You hold a bachelor's or master's degree in a quantitative subject such as actuarial science, statistics, mathematics, or finance

• Support the development and maintenance of pricing models and data sources for middle-market P&C products
• Build and manage data analytics pipelines and with data engineering tools
• Perform rate level analysis, loss picks, and line profitability studies
• Monitor product performance and profitability, and recommend enhancements to leadership
• Communicate effectively with underwriting and software engineering teams

The salary range for this role is $110,000 to $140,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Shepherd's total compensation package for employees. Other benefits include equity, an unlimited paid time off policy, and 100% coverage on medical, vision and dental insurance.

Premium Healthcare: 100% contribution to top-tier health, dental, and vision

Unlimited PTO: Flexibility to take the time off, recharge, and perform

SF, NYC, or Dallas Fort Worth Offices: Premium office spaces on both coasts with daily lunches provided

Professional Development: Access to premium coaching including leadership development

401(k) Plan: Competitive 401(k) plan offered