Research Contractor - Insurance

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Your role

BCG is seeking a strong candidate who can support  Knowledge Team (KT). This team supports consultants with Insurance specific knowledge, by providing analysis to drive insight into specific client issues. They use an extensive collection of internal and external resources and tools/methodologies in this process.

You will be required to support the KT with various research-related activities, such as:

• Supporting content development efforts – Life & Non-life insurance industry overview decks, industry updates (regulatory, insurances, partnerships, products, etc.)
• Conducting database research – primary and secondary
• Conducting basic desktop research requests on the industry/specific topics
• Completing pre-defined templates with appropriate data/information
• Summarizing and packaging of key learnings from existing materials Providing customized data and research leveraging multiple sources
• Gathering, synthesizing, and running basic analysis on data
• Ensuring data exhaustiveness
• Communicating and proactive in sharing of task/work updates
• Understanding of key financial/insurance terminologies

Salary & benefits

The average annual salary for the Research Contractor – Insurance role is around INR 6.0 to 8.0 LPA (Source: Glassdoor).  BCG provides the following benefits.

• Flexible work, leave, and personal and professional development options.
• Physical and mental wellbeing perks.
• Compensation and retirement contributions.
• Career growth opportunities and workplace community support system.
• Support and opportunities for company alumni.

Work-life balance

Work-life balance is rated at 3.8/5.0 (Source: Ambition Box). Work days are usually from Monday to Friday. They have flexible work timings.

Culture & vibe

BCG has a diverse global community of employees with unique backgrounds and cultures. The team is united by common values and motivated to drive change, help clients solve problems, and transform the world.

The core values that drive the Boston Consulting Group work culture are integrity, respect for the individual, embracing diversity, putting clients first, providing strategic perspectives, delivering value, creating long-term partnerships, expanding possibilities, and believing in the social impact of BCG’s work.

Boston Consulting Group has developed employee resource groups to empower its global network of employees. The groups bring co-workers, peers, and mentors together. They create a safe space for employees to be in their authentic selves at work and experience growth and community. The groups also expand the thinking of BCGers and enrich their lives.

About you

To apply for this role, you must be:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s /CA degree from a reputed university with demonstrated high academic achievement. A licentiate/Associate degree in Insurance will be preferred.
• Research-related background in financial services will be preferred.
• Understanding Insurance terminologies, financials, analytical metrics, and data sources will be an added advantage
• Ability to demonstrate strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to create and structure PowerPoint presentations and proficient in Excel
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to committed timelines
• Strong work ethic, service mentality, and a collaborative / team-player mindset
• Effective written & verbal communication.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills, and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

How to apply

To apply for this position, simply click the “Apply” button on this page. All applications at BCG must be submitted through their Careers page. The hiring procedure generally varies according to the job.

• Aptitude Test (online).
• Group Discussion Round.
• Skills interview.
• Problem-solving interview.
• HR Interview Round.