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About Cognizant Consulting

Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we’re looking for our next colleague who’ll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you?

About the Role

As a Consulting Principal – Property & Casualty Insurance, you will make an impact by leading transformation initiatives for our insurance clients, focusing on business and technology challenges within the Property & Casualty (P&C) sector. You will be a valued member of the Insurance Consulting team and work collaboratively with clients, your primary team, and other stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

+ Lead consulting teams to deliver business advisory and strategic insights for Property & Casualty insurance clients, with a focus on claims transformation, underwriting, policy, billing, and claims management.

+ Facilitate client workshops and communicate effectively with both IT and business stakeholders to drive consensus and actionable outcomes.

+ Develop comprehensive recommendations based on market and industry trends, client needs, and emerging technologies.

+ Identify and mitigate engagement risks, ensuring successful project delivery and client satisfaction.

+ Build and maintain strong client relationships, fostering trust and long-term partnership.

+ Consistently demonstrate the Cognizant Way to Lead, operating with personal, organizational, and business leadership.

Work Model

This position requires up to 80% travel to client sites across the United States. We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you must have to be considered

+ 10+ years of experience in the insurance industry, either in consulting or as an industry practitioner, with a focus on Property & Casualty.

+ 5+ years of experience with a management consulting firm.

+ Proven experience leading large P&C insurance core system transformation projects, including Guidewire and/or Duck Creek solutions.

+ Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Business/Management preferred.

+ Ability to communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.

+ Demonstrated leadership style that motivates, delegates, influences, and develops future leaders.

+ Strong sense of urgency, creativity, and decisiveness, with the ability to work under pressure.

+ Analytical and pragmatic approach to solving complex business issues.

+ Ability to establish immediate credibility among peers and clients, respected for intelligence and technical expertise.

+ Willingness to travel up to 80%.

These will help you succeed

+ Experience facilitating workshops and building consensus among diverse stakeholders.

+ Deep understanding of market and industry trends in the P&C insurance sector.

+ Track record of developing and implementing innovative solutions for insurance clients.

+ Embodiment of the Cognizant Way to Lead: Leading Self, Leading Others, & Leading the Business.

+ The embodiment of Cognizant’s Values: Work as One, Dare to Innovate, Raise the Bar, Do The Right Thing, & Own It.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Compensation

+ $165,000 - $194,000

+ This position is eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans

Benefits

+ Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

+ 401(k) plan and contributions

+ Employee stock purchase plan

+ Employee assistance program

+ 10 paid holidays plus PTO

+ Paid parental leave and fertility assistance

+ Learning and development certifications and programs

Post closing date

Applications will be accepted until 10/31/2025

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.