Celent Principal Analyst: Life Insurance
Location: United States, Remote
Who we are
GlobalData is a specialist information services business helping clients decode the future, make better decisions, and reach more customers. Using unique data, expert analysis, and innovative solutions, we deliver intelligence across 20+ industries to 5,000+ customers worldwide.
Celent, part of GlobalData, provides technology research and consulting to financial institutions, helping clients harness technology for strategic advantage. We offer retained advisory services, primary research, and high-impact consulting on business opportunities within the financial services (FS) and insurance sectors.
Why join GlobalData?
GlobalData is at a pivotal growth stage following multiple acquisitions and new investment. We seek curious, ambitious, and courageous people to help us become the world’s most trusted source of strategic industry intelligence. Life here is fast-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial — where your contributions directly shape our success.
The role...
As a Principal Analyst, you’ll shape the future of life insurance through deep expertise, strategic insight, and leadership. You’ll set and execute research agendas, deliver consulting projects, advise clients, and mentor colleagues. This role requires strong credibility in life insurance technology, thought leadership, and client relationship-building.
What you'll be doing...
Research & Insights
- Lead and execute research agendas aligned with industry trends and client needs.
- Identify key themes, emerging technologies, and market opportunities in life insurance and InsurTech.
- Produce high-quality, actionable research reports and insights.
- Profile FS technology vendors and startups to guide client strategy.
- Forecast and track technology trends shaping the insurance landscape.
Strategy Consulting
- Lead or deliver consulting projects that align technology strategy with client goals.
- Conduct technology workshops, IT architecture reviews, and vendor due diligence.
- Develop market expansion and product positioning strategies for tech vendors.
- Author thought leadership papers and represent Celent at conferences and webinars.
- Partner with FS firms, insurers, consultancies, and VCs to address key technology challenges.
Relationship Building & Business Development
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders in the insurance and tech ecosystem.
- Identify growth opportunities and collaborate with business development teams.
- Promote Celent’s capabilities through strategic client engagement and advisory work.
Brand & Thought Leadership
- Represent Celent at FinTech, InsurTech, and FS technology events.
- Engage with media, press, and industry forums to share insights.
- Build a visible profile as a trusted thought leader and advisor in life insurance technology.
Mentorship & Team Development
- Coach and guide team members to develop their analytical and consulting skills.
- Foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the team.
What we're looking for...
Education & Experience
- Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years in the life insurance sector, including:
- Technology strategy or delivery in an insurer; or
- Consulting/advisory work in life insurance technology; or
- Vendor-side experience in life insurance technology solutions.
Skills & Expertise
- Strong knowledge of life insurance operations and technology.
- Proven ability to develop and manage research agendas.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience leading consulting engagements and advising C-suite clients.
- Proven public speaking and media engagement experience.
- Independent and self-motivated, with intellectual curiosity and strategic thinking.
Research & Analysis
- Deliver high-quality research reports that influence industry strategy.
- Identify disruptive technologies and inform clients’ decision-making.
Domain & Technology Expertise
- Recognized authority in life insurance and FS technology.
- Deep understanding of emerging tech, architecture, and digital transformation.
Public Presence & Communications
- Represent Celent at major industry forums and conferences.
- Produce impactful written content, visuals, and presentations.
- Communicate with tact, clarity, and storytelling precision.
Client Delivery & Impact
- Lead complex projects to successful outcomes with measurable impact.
- Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and project scope.
Innovation & Breakthrough Thinking
- Foster creativity and challenge conventional approaches.
- Use insights to drive innovation and client value.
Leadership & Mentorship
- Inspire and mentor team members through coaching and feedback.
- Promote continuous self-improvement and collaboration.
In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit careers.globaldata.com
GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favorable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.