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Middlebury, IN · On-site

$95 - $130/hr

Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supplier Quality, and Product Development teams to support enterprise validation objectives. * Collaborate with suppliers, consultants, and external ...

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$120K/yr

S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976. We are shaping the ... Achieves assigned sales goals in defined territory for NAMSA's Laboratory Services, Consulting ...

The ideal candidate will apply sound engineering principles to support product development, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and deliver innovative, high-quality solutions while collaborating with ...

The ideal candidate will apply sound engineering principles to support product development, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and deliver innovative, high-quality solutions while collaborating with ...

The ideal candidate will apply sound engineering principles to support product development, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and deliver innovative, high-quality solutions while collaborating with ...

The ideal candidate will apply sound engineering principles to support product development, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and deliver innovative, high-quality solutions while collaborating with ...

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Product Development Consulting information

What is product development consulting?

Product development consulting involves providing expert advice and support to organizations as they create and launch new products or improve existing ones. Consultants in this field help businesses identify market opportunities, refine product ideas, manage development processes, and bring products to market efficiently. They often offer guidance on strategy, design, prototyping, testing, and go-to-market plans, leveraging industry knowledge to reduce risks and increase the chances of product success.

How does a product development consultant typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

Product Development Consultants often serve as a bridge between different departments—such as engineering, marketing, design, and sales—by facilitating clear communication and aligning project goals. They participate in regular meetings, gather input from stakeholders, and ensure that all perspectives are considered in decision-making. This collaborative approach helps identify potential challenges early, streamline development processes, and increase the likelihood of a successful product launch.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a product development consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Product Development Consultant, you need expertise in market analysis, product lifecycle management, and a background in business, engineering, or design, often supported by relevant degrees or certifications. Familiarity with tools like project management software (e.g., Jira, Trello), prototyping platforms, and data analytics systems is typically required. Strong communication, creative problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills set top consultants apart. These abilities are crucial for guiding successful product launches and ensuring solutions align with client objectives and market demands.

What is the difference between Product Development Consulting vs Product Management?

AspectProduct Development ConsultingProduct Management
CredentialsTypically requires industry experience, technical knowledge, and consulting skillsRequires business, marketing, or technical degrees; often certifications like PMP or Scrum
Work EnvironmentConsults with multiple clients or projects, often in varied industriesWorks within a single company, managing its product lifecycle
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, freelance, or internal teamsProduct-driven companies, tech firms, startups
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding consulting roles vs product management rolesClarifying differences between product development consulting and product management

Product Development Consulting involves advising companies on creating and improving products, often across multiple clients or projects. Product Management focuses on overseeing a company's product lifecycle internally. While both roles require industry knowledge and strategic thinking, consulting emphasizes external client solutions, whereas product management centers on internal product success.

What does a product development consultant do?

A product development consultant helps companies design, develop, and improve products by providing expertise in market research, product strategy, and design processes. They often analyze customer needs, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and utilize tools like CAD or project management software to ensure successful product launches. Their role involves problem-solving, innovation, and aligning products with business goals.
Infographic showing various Product Development Consulting job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Life Actuary Senior Consultant

Deloitte

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


Deloitte rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 92 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 150 rated financial services


Job description

Our Human Capital practice is at the forefront of transforming the nature of work. As converging forces reshape industries, our team uniquely addresses the complexities of work, workforce, and workplace dynamics. We leverage sector-specific insights and cross-domain perspectives to help organizations tackle their most challenging workforce issues and align talent strategies with their strategic visions. Our practice is renowned for making work better for humans and humans better at work. Be part of this exciting era of change and join us on this transformative journey.

Recruiting for this role ends on 09/30/2026.

Work you'll do

As an Actuarial Senior Consultant on the Insights, Innovation & Operate team, you will be responsible for advising life insurance and annuity clients on actuarial modernization, business transformation, and analytical initiatives.

  • Monitor life insurance and annuity product, market, and regulatory developments to anticipate client needs and inform solution design
  • Redesign and modernize business functions including underwriting, new business, product development, financial reporting, modeling, and adjacent actuarial processes
  • Support the deployment of tools, technologies, data sources, and analytics to improve stakeholder experience, reduce cost, and generate actionable insights
  • Contribute to the design and deployment of proprietary models, algorithms, data sets, and other project accelerators in a consulting environment
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leaders to support solution development, sales efforts, actuarial assurance activities, and practice development initiatives

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team

Insights, Innovation, and Operate

Our Insights, Innovation & Operate Offering is designed to enhance key aspects of our clients' businesses by leveraging cutting-edge technology, data, and a blend of deep technical and human expertise. We innovate and deliver creative, industry-specific solutions that streamline operations and accelerate speed-to-value.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 4+ years of actuarial experience supporting life insurance or annuity products
  • Successful completion of 4 actuarial exams
  • Ability to travel 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
  • Limited immigration sponsorship may be available

Preferred:

  • 4+ years of experience in product development, including product design, pricing, filing, and implementation across one or more distribution channels
  • 4+ years of experience developing experience studies for life actuarial assumptions including lapse, mortality, and expense assumptions
  • 4+ years of experience in assumption setting for pricing, forecasting, financial reporting, or embedded value applications
  • 4+ years of experience building actuarial projection models for pricing, financial planning, asset liability management, or financial reporting
  • 4+ years of experience in financial reporting using statutory, United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, International Financial Reporting Standards, or tax accounting methodologies
  • 2+ years of experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, including purchase accounting

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Deloitte is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to Colorado and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $128,000 - $252,500.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

#HCFY27, #IIOFY27


Qualifications:

Our Human Capital practice is at the forefront of transforming the nature of work. As converging forces reshape industries, our team uniquely addresses the complexities of work, workforce, and workplace dynamics. We leverage sector-specific insights and cross-domain perspectives to help organizations tackle their most challenging workforce issues and align talent strategies with their strategic visions. Our practice is renowned for making work better for humans and humans better at work. Be part of this exciting era of change and join us on this transformative journey.

Recruiting for this role ends on 09/30/2026.

Work you'll do

As an Actuarial Senior Consultant on the Insights, Innovation & Operate team, you will be responsible for advising life insurance and annuity clients on actuarial modernization, business transformation, and analytical initiatives.

  • Monitor life insurance and annuity product, market, and regulatory developments to anticipate client needs and inform solution design
  • Redesign and modernize business functions including underwriting, new business, product development, financial reporting, modeling, and adjacent actuarial processes
  • Support the deployment of tools, technologies, data sources, and analytics to improve stakeholder experience, reduce cost, and generate actionable insights
  • Contribute to the design and deployment of proprietary models, algorithms, data sets, and other project accelerators in a consulting environment
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leaders to support solution development, sales efforts, actuarial assurance activities, and practice development initiatives

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team

Insights, Innovation, and Operate

Our Insights, Innovation & Operate Offering is designed to enhance key aspects of our clients' businesses by leveraging cutting-edge technology, data, and a blend of deep technical and human expertise. We innovate and deliver creative, industry-specific solutions that streamline operations and accelerate speed-to-value.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 4+ years of actuarial experience supporting life insurance or annuity products
  • Successful completion of 4 actuarial exams
  • Ability to travel 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
  • Limited immigration sponsorship may be available

Preferred:

  • 4+ years of experience in product development, including product design, pricing, filing, and implementation across one or more distribution channels
  • 4+ years of experience developing experience studies for life actuarial assumptions including lapse, mortality, and expense assumptions
  • 4+ years of experience in assumption setting for pricing, forecasting, financial reporting, or embedded value applications
  • 4+ years of experience building actuarial projection models for pricing, financial planning, asset liability management, or financial reporting
  • 4+ years of experience in financial reporting using statutory, United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, International Financial Reporting Standards, or tax accounting methodologies
  • 2+ years of experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, including purchase accounting

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Deloitte is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to Colorado and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $128,000 - $252,500.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

#HCFY27, #IIOFY27


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