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Data Science Engagement Lead / Principal

Overview

As a Data Science Engagement Lead / Principal in our Group Benefits business, you will lead and shape how we deliver and implement data analytics solutions that are part of overarching long-term data and analytics strategy. In this role, you will focus on the Claims and Customer service part of our value chain for Group Benefits.

You will play a highly visible role and partner with key business stakeholders to leverage data science to accelerate growth and value in our business strategy and advise them on how to design and deliver data and advanced analytics solutions.

You Are:

An intellectually curious person with an entrepreneurial spirit and bias toward action.
You enjoy collaborating with business and other partners to develop and implement data analytics that create substantial impact and value.
You’re a great teammate that partners well and can distill sophisticated topics into clear business actions.
You must be able to lead complex projects and deliver according to schedule and priority.

You Will:

Play a strategic and leadership role in developing and articulating the evolving, business aligned data and analytics strategy to our key business collaborators.
Work closely with senior management to champion big data / analytics as a central decision-making resource to increase company performance, develop new products, and gain competitive advantage.
Implement the communication plan and the understanding of a phased approach by which to provide analytics solutions to priority business areas and leverage potential growth opportunities using analytical models.
Participate in business intelligence projects by translating business questions and problems into structured analysis, reports, and tools.
In collaboration with our data scientists, effectively communicate the design, implementation, and operation of a big data analytics approach to our business segments. Advise on scalability and innovation and how it extracts, manages, and analyzes data, including the development, selection, and ongoing support of system- wide reporting and analytic environments and tools.
Lead high level business relationships partnering closely with technology, actuarial, marketing, and others to ensure an integrated approach where it makes sense under the umbrella of an enterprise strategy.
Develop innovative ways to linking internal data to external data, identifying insights, and articulating those insights to key business partners.
Driving implementation of products and processes designed to leverage data analytic insights to bring value.

You Have:

A bachelor’s degree is required. An MBA or a master’s degree or higher in technical studies including computer science, engineering or mathematics is preferred. Financial professional designations (FSA, CPA) are a plus.
8 plus years of demonstrated ability in data science, analytics, or related fields; solid understanding of machine learning techniques, such as regression, classification, clustering, and deep learning.
Experience working in the insurance industry and experience insurance claims and/or customer services is a plus.
Experience working with multi-functional teams, managing partner expectations, and driving projects to completion.
Solid project management skills, including developing project plans, identifying risks and dependencies, and managing project scope and budget.
Demonstrable ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, adapt to changing requirements and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to handle ambiguity and navigate complex business problems with minimal direction.
Superb communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts into business languages.
Very solid ability to communicate and present to senior and executive level management.
Strong leadership and relationship building skills and the ability to work with multiple collaborators.
Ability to build influence and demonstrate thought leadership in data science.
Ability to influence organizational change.

Location & Travel:

This is a flexible position within the Tri-State area requiring a minimum of 2 days a week in the office, preferably Bethlehem, PA; Holmdel, NJ, or New York City with travel as needed.

Salary Range

$143,150.00 - $235,175.00

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

Our Promise

At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.

Inspire Well-Being

As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.

Health Care

Choice of [high deductible/copay] medical plans* with prescription drugs, including coverage for fertility and transgender inclusive benefits
Dental plan
Vision plan
Health care accounts – flexible spending, health reimbursement, and health savings accounts
Critical illness insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Company-paid Life and Disability insurance plus voluntary supplemental coverage
Accident insurance

Retirement and Financial

401(k) retirement plan with a company match, plus an annual age/service-based Company contribution and an annual profit-sharing contribution, if applicable
Complimentary 1:1 financial guidance with a licensed Fidelity representative

Time Off and Remote Work

Flexible work arrangements (part in-person/part remote)
Unlimited paid time off for most roles plus time off for volunteering, jury duty, voting, and bereavement
Personal holidays for colleagues to use in recognition of religious, cultural, or civic days
Paid parental leave and paid family and medical leave policies

Emotional Well-being and Work-Life

Emotional well-being, mental health, and work/life resources powered by Spring Health
Wellness programs, including fitness program and equipment reimbursement
Child, adult, and elder back-up care support through Bright Horizons
Adoption assistance
College planning
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan assistance
Commuter benefits in select metropolitan areas

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (J.E.D.I.)

Employee Resource Groups that advocate for inclusion and diversity
J.E.D.I. certification and training programs
Matching gifts/volunteering

Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

applicant_accommodation@glic.com

By Guardian Life

In 2021, we expanded our purpose as an organization to inspire well-being™. We established Guardian’s North Star going forward and began a three- to five-year process of transformation and progress. The effort gained momentum last year across our ...

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Hybrid, based in New York, NY

DATE POSTED

June 10, 2023