Insurance Industry & Function AI Decision Science Consultant

Accenture PLC; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is hiring an Insurance Industry & Function AI Decision Science Consultant to leverage data science, machine learning, and AI to design, develop, and reinvent analytics solutions for insurance clients. You will work with cross‑functional teams, communicate complex findings to diverse stakeholders, and contribute to sales solutioning for DS/ML opportunities.

The role requires 3+ years in DS/ML/AI, a strong analytical mindset, and proficiency in Python/R/SQL, with knowledge of cloud

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Data Science, ML, AI, or Advanced Analytics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of Data Science, AI, Analytics initiatives/programs.
• Collaborate with onshore and offshore teams to execute projects.
• Bridge between business and technical domains for internal and external purposes.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Python

R

SQL

AI

Big Data

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science/CS/Statistics

Master’s Degree in Data Science/CS/Statistics

Tools

Python

R

SQL

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Hadoop

Spark

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Accenture helps the world’s leading enterprises reinvent by building their digital core and unleashing the power of AI to create value at speed for organizations across industries. Our strategy is to be the reinvention partner of choice for our clients and lead in the safe, widespread adoption of AI, and to be the most client-focused, AI-enabled, great place to work in the world. We bring together the talent of our approximately 799,000 people with proprietary assets and platforms, deep process and industry expertise, and leading ecosystem relationships to deliver end-to-end solutions and measurable outcomes at scale. Through our Reinvention Services, we offer broad expertise across Cybersecurity, Digital Core, Finance, Industry and Enterprise, Song, Supply Chain and Engineering, and Talent, with advanced capabilities in AI and Data, Industry and Process, and Technology. We serve approximately 9,000 clients and generated approximately $70 billion in FY25 revenue. Visit us at www.accenture.com.

In Consulting we work with C-suite executives, leaders and boards of the world’s leading organizations, helping them reinvent every part of their enterprise to drive greater growth, enhance competitiveness, implement operational improvements, reduce cost, deliver sustainable 360° stakeholder value, and set a new performance frontier for themselves and the industry in which they operate. Our deep industry and functional expertise is supported by proprietary assets and solutions that help organizations transform faster and become more resilient.

Our Decision Science practitioners use Insurance Industry & Functional domain expertise along with agentic AI knowledge to design, develop and reinvent processes with AI to drive efficiency and growth. You will be responsible for leveraging advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI technologies to create decision‑making systems. This role requires a blend of strong analytical mindset, technical expertise, and the ability to communicate complex findings for both technical and non‑technical stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions aligned with Accenture’s commitment to driving 360° value for clients.

As an Insurance Industry & Function AI Decision Science Consultant, you will:

• Assist in the delivery of Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Analytics initiatives / program
• Collaborate with onshore and offshore teams to execute projects.
• Understand and be able to bridge between business and technical domains (for both internal and external purpose)
• Engage with business and analytics stakeholders to understand their needs and build relationships.
• Support the sales process by contributing to sales solutioning for DS & ML related opportunities.
• Develop and customize DS / ML / AI / Analytics models and solutions for specific business problems within an industry or function.
• Collaborate across Accenture’s network and partner with strategy, consulting, and tech teams in the sales and delivery processes.
• Identify AI use cases in an industry and/or function by understanding an organization’s goals and areas of need, developing the business case, determining ROI, and creating the transformation roadmap.
• Advise organization on adoption of responsible AI solutions and governance by training users on new processes, maintaining solutions, tracking results, and communicating the realized value.

Ability to travel up to 80%; travel as needed based on client expectations.

Here’s What You Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, AI, or Advanced Analytics.

Nice to Have:

• Experience delivering project work in a consulting environment to Insurance clients OR Insurance industry experience

3+ years of experience building decision‑based frameworks and models to drive insights.

• 3+ years of high value consulting experience or equivalent internal consulting experience.
• 3+ years of experience leading workstreams and meeting deadlines.
• 3+ years of large‑scale delivery experience with minimal help.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing data‑driven solutions.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with AI Native and cloud platforms (e.g., Open AI, Anthropic, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).
• Knowledge of agent‑based modeling, reinforcement learning, and autonomous systems is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong program management and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Fluent in English (both spoken and written).
• You have experience bringing innovative ideas to projects.
• Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 11/30/2026.

Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture

Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $70,350 to $205,800
Colorado $63,800 to $177,800
Connecticut $63,800 to $177,800
District of Columbia $68,000 to $189,300
Illinois $59,100 to $177,800
Maine $54,400 to $151,400
Maryland $63,800 to $177,800
Massachusetts $63,800 to $189,300
Minnesota $63,800 to $177,800
New York $66,300 to $205,800
New Jersey $68,000 to $205,800
Ohio $59,100 to $164,600
Virginia $59,100 to $189,300
Washington $80,200 to $189,300

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