Programmer/Analyst

At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness.

Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards and honors, including listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2025 and certification as a Great Place to Work in 2025 for the sixth consecutive year.

Employees are empowered and encouraged to Be Uniquely You by being their true, unique selves and contributing their diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to our shared success. Together, we are a high-performing team working to serve our customers responsibly by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.

Responsible for delivering a variety of basic data solutions for all units within the Actuarial department. Creates well documented data applications in a strong control environment. Supports development of self and others through cross-training. All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Note: (For NJ candidates) This role will be located at our future headquarters in Short Hills, N.J. Until the new headquarters is operational, the successful candidate will be offered the ability to work in our Branchville, N.J. location during this interim period.

• Prepare data and templates for quarterly loss and LAE reserve analyses. Ensure balancing of data to source systems. Maintain proper controls and documentation.
• Support production and automation of designated external and internal financial and management reports. These include but are not limited to statutory schedules (P) and the "AY Report". May also include regulatory reports and bureau data calls. Requires direction from supervisor or senior programmer.
• Support ceded reinsurance placement by providing information and data for broker submissions. Respond to ad hoc requests from brokers with active guidance from supervisor.
• Support commercial and personal lines pricing by providing routine scheduled pricing review data, for both state and countrywide reviews. Maintain programming code and associated documentation.
• Support all areas of the Actuarial department by providing ad hoc data as requested and agreed upon. Assist supervisor or senior programmer through process. This includes discussing needs, identifying potential solutions and testing. Facilitate the process through regular communication with supervisor and clients.
• Identify potential improvements and efficiencies within current processes. Improve data and systems landscape through increased automation, including programming of simple algorithms in a sustainable environment. Properly document associated programming code.
• Support corporate IT objectives where technical business resources are required. This may include development, testing, and/or documentation, under the direction of supervisor or senior programmer.
• Increase knowledge base through on the job training, cross-training and open communication.

Knowledge and Requirements

• To maintain effectiveness by improving skills and acquiring new skills over time.
• To respond to customer expectations and needs.

Education and Experience

• College degree preferred.
• 1-3 years actuarial experience preferred
• 1 year of programming systems software

Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and 20 days of paid time off. Additional details about our total rewards package can be found by visiting our benefits page.

The actual base salary is based on geographic location, and the range is representative of salaries for this role throughout Selective's footprint. Additional considerations include relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs.

Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. That means we respect and value every individual's unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. We are committed to promoting a welcoming culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view and experiences - and empowers employees to contribute new ideas that support our continued and growing success. Building a highly engaged team is one of our core strategic imperatives, which we believe is enhanced by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We expect and encourage all employees and all of our business partners to embrace, practice, and monitor the attitudes, values, and goals of acceptance; address biases; and foster diversity of viewpoints and opinions.

For Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.