About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Scientific & QA.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client’s Risk & Underwriting Leadership Development Program (RULDP) is a hands-on, early-career program designed to accelerate underwriting expertise through structured training, mentorship, and real business responsibility. In this role you will:

• Assess risk characteristics and recommend pricing and policy terms that balance competitiveness with financial discipline.
• Apply quantitative analysis and underwriting judgment to evaluate profitability drivers and clearly articulate trade-offs.
• After initial training, help manage a book of business: monitor performance, identify trends, and take proactive actions.
• Collaborate with Sales and Account Management to design customer-focused solutions that support retention.
• Negotiate with clients and brokers using data-driven rationale and professional presence.
• Share insights and best practices to improve underwriting consistency, efficiency, and outcomes.

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What You’ll Get

• Structured curriculum covering risk evaluation, pricing fundamentals, product knowledge, negotiation strategies, portfolio management, and leadership communication.
• Leadership development via coaching, workshops, mentoring, and hands-on business initiatives.
• Career exploration opportunities including job shadowing, strategic projects, and optional rotations across products and markets.
• Mentorship and networking with early-career peers and senior leaders focused on your growth.
• Competitive hourly pay (see Compensation below) and eligibility to participate in an annual bonus plan.
• Comprehensive benefits starting on day one: medical, vision, dental, well-being programs, 401(k), company-paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, and a minimum paid time off.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Preferred majors/minors: Risk Management, Insurance, Business, Economics, Finance, Management, Mathematics, Healthcare. Degrees outside these fields require relevant experience or internships in analytics, finance, or insurance.
• Demonstrated quantitative capability (coursework, projects, or practical experience) and comfort working with data and numbers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present recommendations clearly and persuasively.
• Customer-focused mindset and collaborative approach.

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Preferred Qualifications

• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Confidence in negotiation and problem-solving.
• Proficiency with Excel or similar analytical tools.
• Growth mindset and learning agility; receptive to feedback and continuous improvement.

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Locations & Work Model

• This position is based in one of the following office locations: Bloomfield, CT; Denver, CO; Chattanooga, TN; Franklin, TN; Scottsdale, AZ; or Philadelphia, PA.
• Hybrid schedule required: a minimum of three days per week onsite (Tuesday, Wednesday, and one additional onsite day of the employee’s choice). Remaining days may be remote.
• Relocation assistance is not offered; employees must be able to meet the onsite schedule at their assigned location.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Anticipated hourly rate: $25.00 – $38.00 USD per hour (final offer depends on experience and geographic location).
• Role is anticipated to be eligible for an annual bonus plan and the comprehensive benefits package described above.

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Pre-Employment & Work Authorization

• Selected candidates will complete mandatory pre-employment tasks approximately 45 days prior to the program start date, including a drug test. Candidates must be available within the United States for these steps.
• This position is open only to individuals eligible for employment in the United States who will not require visa sponsorship now or in the future (including H‑1B, CPT/OPT/STEM, etc.).

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Policies & Additional Notes

• Confidential Client has a tobacco‑free policy and reserves the right, where legally permissible, not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in applicable states. Candidates in those states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered unless they enter a qualifying cessation program prior to employment.
• Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.
• If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the online application process, please contact Careertakes for assistance.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.