Business Analysis

The Business Analyst II serves as an important intermediary between the assigned business clients software development and other teams. Plays an advocacy role for the business clients in all phases of the solution development lifecycle for each of the project critical stages. Performs analysis and works closely with the business clients to identify core business issues to map out possible solutions. The mapping is used to develop the business case for action defining the need the method and the benefits of proposed solutions. Undertakes analysis to develop the detailed requirements of the solution to satisfy the business need. In its capacity as the eyes and ears of the business closely monitors progress to ensure that the emerging solution meets the demands of the requirement document. This may require the resolution of any conflicts arising due to any technical deviations from the agreed requirements. Works closely with the project and business teams to create and execute testing and ensure that issues are identified and fully resolved prior to roll out. Requires Business Analysis or Systems Analysis experience in a large and complex business environment.

Job Responsibilities

Independently provides efficient timely and responsive professional service at the intermediate level. Frequently delivers or coordinates services performs outreach and/or works in a professional client or internal service or operational support/service role.

With solid communication capability broader professional skills and understanding of the role and business context plays a major role coordinating and delivering requirements documentation test case development and test case execution under indirect supervision.

May assist coordinate or lead portions of small/simple projects. Takes initiative to proactively identify and meet needs and knows when to refer out of guideline/complex issues. Interprets or recommends simple process improvement solutions/options.

Works on assignments of moderate size scope diversity and/or complexity. Quickly and competently resolves a variety of routine and nonroutine problems seeking assistance on complex matters. Has some latitude to set work priorities and may assist on special projects. May independently perform a small noncomplex section of a larger project. Analyzes and interprets a wide range of issues autonomously selecting and adapting methods processes or tools to meet needs and coordinate solutions quickly and efficiently with quality and accuracy. Has solid written verbal interpersonal analytical and application skills.

Skills

Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new technology processes and procedures Examples Is this for informational use Id expect the person to be able to learn an existing process at a high level and be able to document and understand the desired changes and be able to document future state. As we add technology such as a new print tool the person should be able to learn the fundamental aspects of how the technology works and interacts with existing processes and tools.

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple activities and tasks simultaneously with minimal oversight

Proven track record in meeting stated deadlines and milestones

Demonstrated ability to complete tasks accurately and completely

Analytical with problem resolution skills

Can work independently but with the ability to collaborate with others when needed

Detail oriented and highly organized

Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word Excel Outlook etc.) Vlookup pivot tables formulas gantt charts. Visio the ability to create process flows.

Education/Experience

Bachelors Degree and / or 35 years of related experience

Proficient expertise in MS Office (Outlook Excel Word PowerPoint)

Experienced knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies

• Insurance industry experience and Business Analyst experience preferred.