Senior Analytics & Reporting Specialist
Job Summary
This role combines technical data expertise underwriting knowledge and process optimization supporting the Underwriting Department through advanced analytics automation and reporting capabilities.
The Senior Analytics & Reporting Specialist works closely with underwriting operations and technology teams to ensure data integrity reporting accuracy and operational efficiency. They also play a key role in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights enabling improved pricing renewal outcomes and business performance.
The Senior Analytics & Reporting Specialist will:
Data Analytics & Reporting
Design develop and maintain underwriting analytics datasets using SQL Server Power BI and Excel
Develop and enhance recurring reports including renewal tracking claims reporting and financial performance dashboards
Translate large fragmented datasets into clear actionable insights for underwriting teams and leadership
Identify trends anomalies and emerging risks to support proactive underwriting and business decision-making
Establish and maintain robust data structures and relationships to ensure accuracy validation and auditability of reporting outputs
Process Improvement & Automation
Design and optimize workflows across systems including SQL Server Excel (VBA) MS Access and SharePoint
Reduce manual processes through automation and development of standardized data pipelines
Build scalable reporting frameworks (e.g. renewal master datasets) to improve turnaround times consistency and reliability
Troubleshoot and resolve data integrity issues system discrepancies and integration challenges across platforms
Continuously identify opportunities to improve efficiency reduce risk and enhance data accessibility
Stakeholder Collaboration
Act as a key liaison between underwriting operations and technology teams
Partner with underwriting teams to deliver tools reporting and data solutions that enhance productivity and decision-making
Provide training and guidance on reporting tools data interpretation and workflow processes
Support cross-functional alignment on data definitions reporting standards and process improvements
Strategic Initiatives & Continuous Improvement
Contribute to the development and enhancement of underwriting best practices reporting standards and governance frameworks
Support integration of new data sources systems and analytics capabilities
Identify opportunities to improve client retention pricing accuracy and operational efficiency through data insights
Participate in cross-functional initiatives including system enhancements data consolidation and process redesign
Governance Data Integrity & Controls
Ensure accuracy consistency and integrity of underwriting data across all reporting outputs
Support development and maintenance of data governance practices including validation audit trails and documentation
Identify and mitigate risks related to data quality reporting errors and system limitations
Ensure alignment with internal standards and external regulatory reporting requirements
Accountability
In respect of the above duties the Consultant is expected to:
Deliver accurate timely and reliable reporting outputs in accordance with established service standards
Maintain clear prioritization of tasks and effectively manage multiple concurrent deliverables
Provide regular updates to stakeholders on reporting deliverables data issues and improvement initiatives
Support continuous improvement through proactive identification of opportunities and solutions
To be successful as a Senior Analytics & Reporting Specialist with People Corporation you will need:
5 years of experience in data analytics reporting and preferably with underwriting support within a group benefits or financial services environment
Post-secondary education in Finance Computer Science Data Analytics or a related field or equivalent practical experience
Advanced Excel expertise (5 years) including complex formulas Power Query VBA and integration with external data sources
Strong SQL/database experience (5 years) including data extraction transformation and relational data modeling
Experience with MS Access (3 years) including queries reporting and macro development
Demonstrated ability to work with large complex datasets and translate findings into meaningful business insights
Strong understanding of group benefits underwriting concepts including claims renewals and financial performance drivers would be an asset
Experience designing and implementing automation and reporting frameworks to improve efficiency and scalability
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills with ability to bridge technical and business audiences
Familiarity with systems such as CRM and other Third Party Administration system is considered an asset
Whats in it for you:
Learn by working alongside our experts
Extended health care and dental benefits
A retirement savings plan with company contributions
A suite of Health & Wellness offerings
Mental Health programs and support for you and your family
Assistance for the completion of industry designations
Competitive compensation
At People Corporation we are committed to helping businesses succeed. We are a national provider of benefits retirement wealth wellness and human resource solutions. Our experts and solutions serve over 20000 clients representing nearly 3 million Canadians. We offer customized solutions designed to fit the unique needs of businesses and their employees members and stakeholders.
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Salary Range
The base salary for this position is between $95000 - $105000 annually.
This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.e. annual bonus commission etc.). The actual base salary will vary depending on local market conditions geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge skills qualifications experience and education/training. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process the Talent Acquisition Specialist will be able to provide additional details of the total compensation for this role.
Required Experience:
Senior IC