[Remote] Senior Research Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Smith Hanley Associates is a respected organization serving the life insurance industry, seeking a Senior Research Consultant. The role involves building and managing custom research engagements, collaborating with senior stakeholders, and providing insights to address business challenges within the life insurance sector.ResponsibilitiesBuild and grow a portfolio of custom research and advisory engagements within the life insurance industryPartner with senior stakeholders to uncover business challenges and identify opportunities where research can drive decision-makingLead consultative conversations with member organizations and prospective clientsDevelop proposals, scope projects, and position research solutions that address client needsCollaborate closely with research, product, and relationship management teams to bring solutions to marketManage opportunities from initial discovery through contract execution and project kickoffRepresent the organization at industry conferences, events, and executive meetingsOwn and contribute toward annual revenue objectivesServe as a trusted advisor to insurance industry leaders on market trends, consumer behavior, distribution, workforce, and business strategy topicsSkills7+ years of professional experience in business development, client services, consulting, market research, or a related commercial roleDirect experience working within the life insurance industry or selling/consulting to life insurance carriersDemonstrated ability to develop and close consultative, solution-based engagementsExperience managing executive-level relationships and presenting to senior stakeholdersStrong understanding of market research, insights, analytics, consulting services, or data-driven business solutionsExperience developing proposals, scopes of work, and client presentationsAbility to manage multiple opportunities and projects simultaneouslyWillingness to travel approximately 20-25% for conferences, client meetings, and industry eventsBenefitsCommissionGenuine work-life balance without the pay cut you'd expect.A culture that's collaborative, low-politics, and actually mission-driven.Flexible remote environment with autonomy over your scheduleModerate travel (approximately 2025%), primarily for industry conferences and client meetingsCollaborative, consensus-driven culture that values relationships, curiosity, and continuous learningOpportunity to shape and expand a growing business line with significant executive visibilityCompany OverviewSmith Hanley Associates is a recruiting company providing data science and actuarial science recruitment services. It was founded in 1980, and is headquartered in Southport, Connecticut, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.smithhanley.com/.