Consultant, Technology Innovation Analyst
Consultant, Technology Innovation Analyst
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Job Description
As aTechnology Innovation Analyst you will play a pivotal role in driving transformational change across Nationwides Customer Solutions area which partners closely with the Customer Strategy and Innovation Office (CSIO). Youll be at the forefront of identifying evaluating and shaping innovative technology solutions that align with business strategy and deliver measurable value.
This is a high-impact cross-functional role that requires strong relationship-building strategic thinking and the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights. Youll collaborate with senior leaders business partners and external organizations to explore emerging technologies and develop compelling business cases for innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Define maintain and share technology planning concepts and frameworks.
Explore industry trends and identify innovation opportunities relevant to Nationwides strategic goals.
Lead and facilitate cross-functional engagements to develop recommendations and business cases.
Align technology strategy with business strategy through collaborative planning and analysis.
Quantify benefits and develop sound business cases for transformation initiatives.
Evaluate and prioritize business requests working with key business and technology stakeholders adjusting roadmaps and delivery sequencing as needed.
Decompose strategic plans into outcomes values and capabilities.
Maintain awareness of enterprise architecture financial plans workforce strategies and technology roadmaps to inform future-state planning.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Proven ability to lead and collaborate across large matrixed organizations.
Strong facilitation communication and problem-solving skills.
Creative presentation and design capabilities are highly valued.
Deep understanding of IT best practices and business case development.
Results-oriented with a bias for action and a passion for challenging traditional thinking.
Ability to synthesize complex strategic inputs into clear actionable insights.
Experience working with senior leadership and influencing strategic direction.
Knowledge of insurance or financial services industry is a plus.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science MIS or related field preferred.
810 years of experience delivering technology-enabled business solutions and transformational change.
Experience in consulting (preferably with firms like Accenture Deloitte etc.) or within operations.
Strong analytical planning and executive communication skills.
Job Description Summary
If youre enthusiastic about delivering secure technology solutions to support a company providing extraordinary care to its customers then Nationwide Technology is the place for you. Nationwides industry-leading technology workforce embraces an agile work environment and a collaborative culture to deliver outstanding solutions and results. If that sounds like something you aspire to we want to hear from you!As a Technology Innovation Analyst you will assist Technology Strategy and Planning activities by analyzing technology trends including enterprise architecture technology portfolio dimensions and benchmark and peer analysis. Youll assess the impact of emerging technical and business trends on future technology needs and capabilities. Youll also be expected to manage and grow the development of thought leadership articles point-of-view papers new ideas and concepts specifically through bringing technologies together that could help Nationwide differentiate and create value. Additionally youll define and evolve concepts aligned to Nationwides technology innovation portfolio. You may serve as a lead to cross-functional teams focused on adjacent and transformational innovation.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Defines maintains adapts and shares Technology innovations.
Explores industry for technology developments that are relevant for Nationwides business; identifies innovation opportunities and follows through to develop the ideas in collaboration with business partners and external organizations.
Responsible for applying secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities.
Provides portfolio support of Technology innovation efforts in partnership with other Nationwide teams engaged in innovation-related activities.
Partners with others to ensure the Technology strategy aligns with the business strategy.
Quantifies benefits and develops business cases for transformation efforts and/or innovation initiatives.
Evaluates and prioritizes business requests determining appropriate course of action (e.g. adjusts existing roadmaps delivery sequencing iterative planning efforts or aligns delivery through small project and/or enhancement efforts).
Executes medium to low complexity projects that result in recommendations to change business processes through the application of technologies and more efficient use of resources.
Plans engagements focused on building recommendations and business cases.
Provides consultation on Nationwide Technology strategic planning efforts gathers high-level business requirements and defines scope during initial discovery by facilitating large group/cross-functional sessions with partners.
Maintains a working knowledge of multiple business functions and initiatives to identify where conflicts/synergies exist between technologies and business functions.
Assists in managing initial vendor relationships and maintains a forward-looking view of vendor direction.
Works with vendors to understand whether vendor products will meet business and/or Technology requirements.
Executes the decomposition of business strategic plans into outcomes values and capabilities.
Plans and collaborates with business experts to conduct moderate-to-complex analysis and build artifacts that lead to deliverables.
Determines how changes in business and technology strategy may impact roadmaps and updates roadmaps accordingly.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Reporting Relationships: Reports to Technology Manager Director or AVP or above.
Typical Skills and Experiences:
Education: Undergraduate studies in computer science management information systems or a related field is preferred.
License/Certification/Designation: Technology certifications or designation are not required but encouraged.
Experience: Eight to ten years of experience delivering technology-enabled business solutions and transformational change across industries platforms and lines of businesses within the insurance and/or financial services industries or equivalent experience as a management consultant for a mid-to-top-tier consulting firm (i.e. Accenture Deloitte etc.). Wide career experience as a consultant in operations or within proximity to operations with a 30:70 ratio of business to technology experience working with the technology lifecycle including delivery and cost of ownership and experience developing roadmaps and business cases and executing projects through to completion.
Knowledge Abilities and Skills: Strong analytical and communication skills knowledge of planning. Ability to influence build relationships negotiate and set priorities needed. Solid executive presence. Insurance/financial services industry knowledge a plus.
Other criteria including leadership skills competencies and experiences may take precedence.
Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring managers leader and HR Business Partner.
Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values.
Job Conditions:
Overtime Eligibility: Exempt (Not Eligible)
Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.
ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.
Benefits
We have an array of benefits to fit your needs including: medical/dental/vision life insurance short and long term disability coveragepaid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date nine paid holidays 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off 401(k) with company match company-paid pension plan business casual attire and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer click here.
Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged appreciated respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
