Actuarial Consultant (Dataset & Assessment Design)

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About the Role

Correlation One is seeking experienced Actuarial Consultants to support a virtual actuarial competition run in partnership with our client. Actuaries in this role will help ensure the competition is technically sound, appropriately scoped, and delivers a high-quality experience for participants.

This engagement is a defined, short-term consulting project focused on reviewing and supporting a real-world actuarial scenario that has been translated into a simplified, sophomore-appropriate dataset and evaluation framework. The work will directly support the client's efforts to engage emerging actuarial talent while showcasing responsible use of GenAI in actuarial workflows.

Scope of Work & Responsibilities -- there are two phases of the project where we are looking to hire:

Phase 1: Competition Review (Early Phase – 4–8 hour commitment) - availability required started early February

• Consult while we develop the dataset and provide feedback (~2 hr commitment)
• Independently complete or attempt the actuarial competition using the provided dataset and materials (~ 2-8hr commitment)
• Review the competition for clarity, technical accuracy, difficulty level, and overall participant experience
• Validate dataset logic, distributions, and relationships
• Provide structured feedback on: dataset logic and assumptions, problem framing and instructions, time expectations and level of complexity
• Collaborate with Correlation One to define evaluation criteria and sample solution guidance
• Provide input on integrity checkpoints and GenAI-use guardrails to ensure fair and meaningful assessment
• Incorporate feedback from Correlation One and and client stakeholders efficientl

Phase 2: Competition Support (Live Competition – availability required April 17–20)

• Provide technical and Q&A support to participants during the live competition window
• Answer actuarial and data-related questions in a timely and clear manner
• Escalate issues or ambiguities to Correlation One as needed

Qualifications 

• Background in actuarial science, insurance, or closely related analytical work
• Experience analyzing actuarial or related datasets and interpreting results
• Familiarity with life insurance products and basic pricing concepts
• Comfort working in Excel; familiarity with Python or R is a plus but not required
• Experience using GenAI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT) in a professional context with appropriate validation
• Strong written communication skills and ability to explain actuarial concepts at an undergraduate level

Where You Are

This engagement is fully remote and open to candidates located in time zones compatible with U.S. Eastern Time. Correlation One is headquartered in New York City.

Correlation One’s Commitment 

Correlation One is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Correlation One provides a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions at Correlation One are based solely on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.  We encourage applicants to bring their unique skills, experiences, and outlook to our work environment. 

Correlation One is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Correlation One strives to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to access the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

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