Director, Physical Risk

Howden

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Climate science and natural catastrophe modelling
Corporate risk advisory
Insurance risk frameworks
Lead strategic engagements at the intersection of climate science, natural catastrophe, insurance, and corporate risk advisory

Job Summary

  • Lead strategic engagements at the intersection of climate science, natural catastrophe, insurance, and corporate risk advisory.
  • Develop and deliver tailored solutions to help clients identify, assess, and manage their physical climate risks, translating climate data into actionable insights.
  • Advise on regulatory and disclosure frameworks, design climate risk strategies, and lead the Physical Risk team, mentoring consultants.

Matching Summary

Lead strategic engagements at the intersection of climate science, natural catastrophe, insurance, and corporate risk advisory.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Climate science and natural catastrophe modelling
  • Corporate risk advisory
  • Insurance risk frameworks
  • Risk engineering
  • Geospatial analytics
  • TCFD, ISSB, CSRD alignment

Nice-to-have

  • People-first approach
  • Entrepreneurial spirit
  • Driving change and innovation
  • Collaborative international team

Key Requirements

  • 15+ years of experience in nat cat and climate risk
  • Advanced degree (PhD or MSc) in climate science or related discipline
  • Experience presenting to boards, regulators, and investor groups

Work Rights

Not specified

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