Data Analytics: Senior Consultant: Actuarial and Analytics Solutions (A&AS) at Deloitte

Job Description
Purpose of the role

A mid to senior-level experienced Senior Consultant to assist the Analytics team in delivery of services to clients.  

Key accountabilities of the role include:

Use a combination of industry knowledge, tools and technology to create solutions for client problems
Preliminary Analysis and Data Exploration

• Conduct analysis to understand client’s business, determine and prioritise client needs and identify opportunities for business enhancement
• Carry out research, data collection and conduct appropriate analysis to derive valuable insights for client needs
• Preparation and exploration of client data including statistical analyses

Data Analytics and Modelling

• Build and implement models for a variety of purposes using a wide range of tools and applications
• Assist with analytical and data science modelling for specific client requirements
• Carry out analytical and statistical exercises such as customer segmentation analysis,  business campaign investigations, activity-based costing, financial modelling etc.
• Assist with the development of BI reporting dashboards
• Automation of manual client processes

Management

• Support management in the sales process and delivery of projects
• Compile client reports, marketing documentation and presentations using Word and PowerPoint.
• Work, interact and communicate with clients
• Contribute to business development as well a suggest new service offerings
• Develop junior team members

Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience required

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mathematics, Data Science, Engineering, Actuarial, Econometrics, Statistics, Computer Sciences (with mathematics basis) or STEM related degree. Strong Mathematical ability is essential.
• Minimum of three years relevant work experience.
• Experience using the suite of Microsoft Office software (Excel and Word and PowerPoint).
• Experience using at least a minimum 1 of the following technologies (SAS/R/Python/or similar).
• Experience using relevant data tools (PowerPivot and/or Power Query and/or SQL or similar).
• Some experience in Machine Learning or Artificial Intelligence or Analytical Modelling.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Consulting experience will be advantageous.
• Experience using Business Intelligence Platforms will be advantageous (Power BI/Tableau/QlikView/other similar).
• Cloud experience would be advantageous (Azure/AWS/GCP/Other).
• Other programming/coding skills are advantageous (e.g. Dax/VBA/Other).

Key Performance areas

Strategic Impact

• Under guidance, supports the delivery efforts of the engagement team in area of competency
• Conducts research for engagement / project as delegated and provides meaningful analysis / output
• Identifies possible opportunities for follow-on work and advises management
• Assists in preparation of client presentations / discussion documentation as directed

 Client Impact: External / Internal

• Contributes to decisions by engagement team by providing fact based and pertinent recommendations from research / analysis / client interaction
• Communicates regularly with Engagement Manager and team members on status of allocated  deliverables
• Develops productive working relationships with client staff
• Informs Engagement Manager of any possible emerging engagement change issues
• Responds with urgency and accountability to client and team requests

Operational Effectiveness

• Understands the context and impact of own role within engagement and conducts work accordingly
• Consistently reviews and analyses accuracy and quality of own deliverables prior to submission for review by senior
• Develops awareness of risk in area of engagement in alignment with Deloitte policies 
• Maintains clear communication channels with engagement team members on work status effecting their outputs

Development/Growth of Team

• Cultivates ability to give effective development feedback both upward and to peer
• Maintains own development and knowledge in specialised area