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WTW · 1 week ago

Associate Director – Data Scientist for North America

United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$180K/yr - $230K/yr

5+ years exp

WTW is looking for an experienced P&C data scientist in the North American market with predictive modelling, advanced analytics, and AI experience. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of experts to design and implement cutting-edge solutions for the top insurers, driving performance improvement through technology.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyInsuranceMedicalService Industry

No H1B

Hiring Manager

Carlo Angelo Hipolito

Responsibilities

Develop integrated consulting and technology solutions for our clients

Combine extensive knowledge of data science market practice in an insurance context and innovation to build robust analytics processes that deliver insights to decision makers at the point of decision making

Develop and implement data strategies for clients

Design, build, test and run data science processes for clients

Design data science technology infrastructures for clients’ analytical and operational functions

Build effective predictive models, analytical tools, and processes using a wide range of analytical and data science techniques inclusive of AI

Contribute to the development of WTW’s intellectual capital and future proposition development, including AI and go-to-market strategy

Prepare proposals and presentations leveraging marketing resources, practice groups, subject matter experts and client relationship managers for existing clients

Serve as a mentor and project manager to more junior colleagues, training them on both the technical and theoretical aspects of insurance as well as project delivery methods

Meet billable hour target and revenue goals, operating as a highly respected and effective consultant

Qualification

P&C insurance experiencePredictive modelingData science techniquesNorth American insurance knowledgeMachine learning understandingData manipulationAnalytical skillsInnovationClient relationship managementComplex project managementTechnology optimizationInsurtech awarenessData enrichment awarenessAI applicationsActuarial transformationCSPAACAS designationProject managementMentoringAdaptabilityCommunication skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solvingPresentation skills

Required

At least 5 years P&C insurance experience

At least 5 years predictive modeling experience

Knowledge of North American insurance marketplace and carriers

Experience working on a data science or analytics team at an insurance company or consulting firm

Strong analytical skills including ability to draw conclusions and identify trends from data in a logical, systematic way

Solid experience with data manipulation

An understanding of machine learning and statistical theory

An understanding of how to utilize technology to optimize outcomes within an organization

Awareness of main data enrichment sources and open-source data assets most valuable to insurance companies

Awareness of Insurtech activities in this space

Capable of leveraging past experience and expertise to adapt to current projects and challenges outside of core skill set

Comfortable navigating ambiguity and developing innovative solutions

Committed to training and mentoring less experienced colleagues

Practiced in managing complex projects and delegating work to senior and junior colleagues

Available to travel as needed

Preferred

Experience with WTW technology solutions (notably Radar and Emblem) and Python

Experience leading or participating on actuarial or underwriting transformation projects

Experience applying data science to pricing, underwriting, and claims projects

Experience incorporating AI applications into daily workflows and analytical projects

Professional designation such as CSPA or ACAS

Benefits

Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)

Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off (only included for Washington roles)

Retirement Benefits: Qualified contributory pension plan (if eligible) and 401(k) plan with annual nonelective company contribution. Non-qualified retirement plans available to senior level colleagues who satisfy the plans’ eligibility requirements.