OPT Insurance Consultant Jobs
Insurance Consultant roles qualify for OPT work authorization when tied to a bachelor's degree in finance, business, risk management, or a related field. Most positions involve client advising, policy analysis, or risk assessment, making them strong specialty occupation candidates for STEM OPT extension eligibility at qualifying employers.
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Get Access To All JobsWhat We'll Bring to the Table:
- Friendly, dynamic work environment – Includes certification as a Great Place to Work® (five years in a row!) along with Climate Neutral Status
- Competitive salary including merit-based bonus plan
- Flexible Work Program
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Company-funded professional educational program
- Visible management commitment to our company core values of: Diversity & Inclusion, Environmental, Community and Employee Wellbeing, Excellent Work Product, Innovation, Integrity and Superior Customer Experience
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Generous benefits including:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401K with matching Company contributions
- PTO
- Community Support Program including VTO and donations with Company match
- Employee Recognition Program
About the Job:
Perr&Knight is looking for a Consultant to join their PK1Cloud Services department.
What You'll be Doing:
- Developing mapping documentation for bureau specified compliance submission files to be utilized by programming staff.
- Developing test case scenarios to be input into client systems to prove out the mapping documentation.
- Developing balancing documentation/routines to further verify the validity of the data feeds being produced.
- Testing feeds with the applicable bureaus and track any issues that arise.
- Troubleshooting issues that arise during development or bureau testing and come up with solutions to address the issues.
- Reviewing project plans and assist in development of project scope, schedule, and resources.
- Attending, and possibly leading, client meetings as necessary and appropriate.
- Directing clients and coordinating introductions to other Perr&Knight practice areas, as appropriate.
What You'll Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in P&C insurance
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in business analyst, product management or product development
- Ability to work in a deadline driven, agile environment
- Exceptional communication and reporting skills
- Expert in working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Teams)
- Experience building SQL queries to mine data
- Knowledge of, and experience with, insurance products, insurance software applications (policy, billing and claims), insurance operations, and industry reporting rules and requirements embedded in the statistical plans and edit packages as outlined by ISO, AAIS, ISS, NISS, etc.
About Perr&Knight:
For over 30 years, Perr&Knight has provided exemplary insurance consulting and software solutions to the property & casualty and life, accident & health industries. Services include actuarial consulting, risk strategies & solutions, applied AI consulting, product development, insurance policy and forms consulting, regulatory compliance, compliance and operational assessments/training, state filings, licensing, technology consulting, statistical reporting, data services, predictive analytics, and bureau monitoring & maintenance. Software includes StateFilings.com, the leading cloud-based state filings management solution. With offices nationwide and more than 150 insurance professionals, including 30+ credentialed actuaries, Perr&Knight is among the largest independent actuarial and insurance consulting firms in the United States.
Our mission as an actuarial and insurance operations consulting firm is to provide extraordinary value to our clients by offering innovative and unique solutions to complex challenges they face while providing a positive and motivating work environment for our employees that respects diversity and recognizes ingenuity and hard work.
Perr&Knight is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion and diversity. Perr&Knight does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, physical or mental disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Perr&Knight will also provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@perrknight.com
What We'll Bring to the Table:
- Friendly, dynamic work environment – Includes certification as a Great Place to Work® (five years in a row!) along with Climate Neutral Status
- Competitive salary including merit-based bonus plan
- Flexible Work Program
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Company-funded professional educational program
- Visible management commitment to our company core values of: Diversity & Inclusion, Environmental, Community and Employee Wellbeing, Excellent Work Product, Innovation, Integrity and Superior Customer Experience
-
Generous benefits including:
-
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401K with matching Company contributions
- PTO
- Community Support Program including VTO and donations with Company match
- Employee Recognition Program
About the Job:
Perr&Knight is looking for a Consultant to join their PK1Cloud Services department.
What You'll be Doing:
- Developing mapping documentation for bureau specified compliance submission files to be utilized by programming staff.
- Developing test case scenarios to be input into client systems to prove out the mapping documentation.
- Developing balancing documentation/routines to further verify the validity of the data feeds being produced.
- Testing feeds with the applicable bureaus and track any issues that arise.
- Troubleshooting issues that arise during development or bureau testing and come up with solutions to address the issues.
- Reviewing project plans and assist in development of project scope, schedule, and resources.
- Attending, and possibly leading, client meetings as necessary and appropriate.
- Directing clients and coordinating introductions to other Perr&Knight practice areas, as appropriate.
What You'll Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in P&C insurance
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in business analyst, product management or product development
- Ability to work in a deadline driven, agile environment
- Exceptional communication and reporting skills
- Expert in working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Teams)
- Experience building SQL queries to mine data
- Knowledge of, and experience with, insurance products, insurance software applications (policy, billing and claims), insurance operations, and industry reporting rules and requirements embedded in the statistical plans and edit packages as outlined by ISO, AAIS, ISS, NISS, etc.
About Perr&Knight:
For over 30 years, Perr&Knight has provided exemplary insurance consulting and software solutions to the property & casualty and life, accident & health industries. Services include actuarial consulting, risk strategies & solutions, applied AI consulting, product development, insurance policy and forms consulting, regulatory compliance, compliance and operational assessments/training, state filings, licensing, technology consulting, statistical reporting, data services, predictive analytics, and bureau monitoring & maintenance. Software includes StateFilings.com, the leading cloud-based state filings management solution. With offices nationwide and more than 150 insurance professionals, including 30+ credentialed actuaries, Perr&Knight is among the largest independent actuarial and insurance consulting firms in the United States.
Our mission as an actuarial and insurance operations consulting firm is to provide extraordinary value to our clients by offering innovative and unique solutions to complex challenges they face while providing a positive and motivating work environment for our employees that respects diversity and recognizes ingenuity and hard work.
Perr&Knight is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion and diversity. Perr&Knight does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, physical or mental disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Perr&Knight will also provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@perrknight.com
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Insurance Consultant
Lead with your OPT timeline upfront
Insurance Consultant interviews often move slowly. Tell hiring managers your OPT expiration date early so they can plan. Firms that sponsor H-1B visas need several months of runway to file, so transparency prevents wasted time on both sides.
Target firms with established H-1B sponsorship history
Large carriers like regional insurers and consulting firms file H-1B petitions regularly. Prioritize companies with documented sponsorship history over smaller independent agencies, which rarely have the legal infrastructure to support visa transitions after your OPT period ends.
Connect your degree directly to the role
Insurance consulting qualifies as a specialty occupation only when the degree matches the work. Frame your finance, actuarial science, or risk management background explicitly in your resume and cover letter to make the sponsorship case obvious to immigration-aware recruiters.
Pursue relevant certifications strategically
Certifications like the CPCU or CIC signal long-term commitment to the insurance field. For OPT students, these credentials also strengthen a future H-1B specialty occupation argument by demonstrating the role requires specialized, degree-level knowledge rather than general business skills.
Ask about sponsorship during the offer stage, not the first round
Raising visa sponsorship too early can end conversations before they start. Build rapport through the interview process first, then address sponsorship directly when an offer is being discussed, framing it as a standard next step rather than a complication.
Use your STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
Degrees in actuarial science, financial mathematics, or risk analytics often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. That gives employers a full three years of work authorization, significantly reducing the urgency around H-1B sponsorship timelines and making you a lower-risk hire.
Insurance Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Insurance Consultant on OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a related field such as finance, business administration, risk management, or economics. The role must involve work directly tied to your area of study. Independent contractor arrangements can complicate OPT authorization, so employer-employee relationships with a direct employer are strongly preferred by DSOs and USCIS.
Does an Insurance Consultant role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in actuarial science, financial mathematics, statistics, or another STEM-designated field, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you likely qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. A degree in general business administration typically does not qualify, so confirm your CIP code with your DSO.
How do I find Insurance Consultant jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers, so you can browse Insurance Consultant roles from employers who have a documented history of sponsoring international candidates. Filtering by sponsorship willingness saves significant time compared to cold-applying to firms with no track record of supporting work visa transitions.
Will working as an independent insurance agent affect my OPT status?
Yes, and this is a common pitfall. OPT requires that your employment be directly related to your degree and, for most DSOs, structured as standard employment rather than self-employment or 1099 contracting. Working purely on commission as an independent agent may not satisfy OPT reporting requirements. Consult your DSO before accepting any independent contractor arrangement.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor an Insurance Consultant for an H-1B after OPT?
Large insurance carriers, national brokerage firms, and management consulting firms with dedicated insurance practices are the most reliable H-1B sponsors in this field. Smaller independent agencies and regional brokerages rarely have the legal infrastructure or budget to sponsor visas. Prioritize firms where multiple employees hold H-1B status, which signals an active and repeatable sponsorship process.