Job Summary

The Business Analyst / Manager will play a pivotal role in driving business solutions within the Life and Annuities Insurance domain. With a focus on Business Process Modelling and Business Analysis & Planning, the candidate will leverage their expertise in Jira to enhance operational efficiency. This hybrid role requires a strategic thinker who can translate complex business needs into actionable insights ensuring alignment with company objectives.

Experience: 9 - 13 years

Technical Skills: Jira, Business Process Modelling, Business Analysis & Planning

Domain Knowledge: Life and Annuities Insurance

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and design of business processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the Life and Annuities Insurance domain.
• Oversee the development and implementation of business solutions using Jira to track and manage project progress.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations based on thorough business analysis and planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of business objectives and technology solutions.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather requirements and define business needs.
• Develop comprehensive business models that support the company’s strategic goals.
• Ensure that all business processes are compliant with industry standards and regulations.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of implemented business solutions to ensure they meet desired outcomes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure understanding and buy-in for proposed solutions.
• Support the development of training materials and provide guidance to team members on new processes and tools.
• Utilize Life and Annuity domain knowledge to inform decision-making and strategy development.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices to inform business analysis activities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate expertise in Business Process Modelling and Business Analysis & Planning.
• Possess strong technical skills in Jira for project management and tracking.
• Exhibit deep knowledge of the Life and Annuities Insurance domain.
• Show proficiency in translating complex business needs into actionable insights.
• Have excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a hybrid model.
• Display strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to drive business solutions.
• Maintain a proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements.

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