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Khalan Tolson

Mount Prospect,IL

Summary

Dynamic Senior Risk Analyst with Metlife, recognized for leveraging data-driven decision-making to enhance portfolio growth and reduce loss ratios. Expert in risk assessment and negotiation, consistently achieving compliance and accuracy benchmarks. Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build strong client relationships, driving competitive policy offerings that align with business objectives.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Risk Analyst & Policy Underwriter

Metlife
09.2022 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments on high-value insurance applications, analyzing financial, medical, and legal data to support multimillion-dollar decisions.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams (sales, client relations, actuarial) to structure competitive policy offerings that balance profitability with client retention.
  • Lead negotiations on coverage terms and premiums, ensuring alignment with both regulatory requirements and client objectives.
  • Manage a portfolio of client accounts, consistently achieving accuracy, compliance, and turnaround benchmarks.
  • Developed complex financial models that enabled senior leaders make informed decisions while balancing business objectives against inherent risks.
  • Leveraged data-driven decision-making to identify trends, reduce loss ratios, and support portfolio growth.
  • Recognized for precision, judgment, and ability to balance risk exposure with business development.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
12-2021

Skills

  • Risk Assessment & Analysis
  • Insurance Policy Evaluation
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Claims & Loss Ratio Analysis
  • Negotiation of Terms & Premiums
  • Portfolio Management
  • Microsoft Excel (Advanced) / Data Analysis Tools
  • Strategic Problem-Solving
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration (Sales, Actuarial, Legal)
  • Client Communication & Relationship Building
  • Analytical Writing & Reporting

Accomplishments

University of Illinois Football, Linebacker, 2018-2021

Organized and led football camps

Timeline

Senior Risk Analyst & Policy Underwriter

Metlife
09.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign