Introduction
Client Industry: Insurance
Client Occupation: Specialty Insurance Holding Company.
Our client, a specialty insurance holding company with a strong presence in both Japan and New York City, sought to develop a commercial auto insurance product. This initiative required the formation of a highly specialized Data Science team with expertise in auto insurance and Lidar technologies.
The Challenge
The client faced several significant challenges:
- Lack of Predictive Models: Despite having extensive data sources, the company lacked machine learning predictive models to estimate risks, costs, and potential revenue streams.
- Internal Capabilities: The internal team did not possess the capacity or expertise to build and implement these models.
- Data Science Team Formation: The client needed to build a Data Science team from scratch, specifically targeting those with experience in auto insurance and Lidar technologies.
The Solution
To address these challenges, we provided comprehensive Data Science recruitment services. Our approach included:
- Sourcing: Conducted a thorough search, identifying 572 candidates with relevant expertise in Data Science, auto insurance, and Lidar technologies.
- Submission: From the initial pool, we submitted 10 highly qualified candidates to the client.
- Shortlisting: The client reviewed and shortlisted 4 candidates for further evaluation.
- Hiring: Successfully placed 2 candidates: a Lead Data Scientist and a Data Scientist.
- Timeline: The entire recruitment process, from initial search to final placements, was completed in 56 days.
Results
Our targeted approach led to the following outcomes:
- In-Depth Research: We identified companies with strong Data Science teams and technology stacks that aligned well with the client’s needs, including expertise in Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Lidar technologies.
- Qualified Hires: Successfully recruited 2 skilled Data Scientists who brought the necessary experience in auto insurance and predictive modeling to the client.
- Efficient Process: The recruitment lifecycle was streamlined to 56 days, ensuring that the client’s project timelines were met.
Key Metrics and Statistics
- Sourcing: 572 candidates identified
- Submission: 10 candidates submitted
- Shortlisting: 4 candidates shortlisted
- Hiring: 2 candidates hired
- Timeline: 56 days from search to placement
Avoided Issues
Without our expertise, the client might have faced several pitfalls:
Extended Recruitment Time: The process could have been significantly longer, delaying the development of their commercial auto insurance product.
Inadequate Candidate Pool: Without targeted sourcing, the client might have struggled to find candidates with the specific skill set and experience needed for their unique requirements.
Poor Fit: Difficulty in identifying candidates with both Data Science expertise and relevant industry knowledge could have led to mismatches and suboptimal hires.
Increased Costs: Inefficiencies in the hiring process could have led to higher costs in terms of time, resources, and potential project delays.
Lack of Expertise: Without experienced recruiters, the client might have faced challenges in understanding the nuances of Lidar technologies and their application in predictive modeling, impacting the quality of the hires.
Client Testimonial
“Slava was a great business partner. We had a unique role to fill, and the nexus data team worked with us to find several talented applicants. He was a great resource.”
Conclusion
This case study highlights the success of our recruitment services in addressing the client’s needs for a specialized Data Science team. Our efficient and targeted approach ensured that the client could meet their project timelines and develop a robust commercial auto insurance product. The value of our services is evident in the streamlined recruitment process, the quality of the hires, and the avoidance of potential pitfalls.