An exciting new position has become available for a Senior Business Analyst in the life assurance and long term insurance space. The purpose of this position will be identifying business needs, gathering and analyzing data, providing solutions to business problems, developing project plans and managing project execution to ensure successful completion. This role requires a blend of analytical skills, effective communication, project management expertise and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of business initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Gathering and documenting business requirements through stakeholder interviews, workshops, and analysis
- Conducting detailed analysis of business processes, systems, and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement
- Documenting detailed business requirements, user stories, and use cases
- Developing business process models, systems specifications, and functional requirements
- Collaborating with stakeholders to validate requirements and ensuring alignment with business goals
- Working with operational and technical teams to design and implement solutions that meet business needs
- Defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
- Developing comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies
- Leading project teams to execute project tasks according to the project plan
- Monitoring project progress, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope
- Communicating project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders and senior management
- Serving as a liaison between business units, Information Technology, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and understanding of project requirements
- Facilitating meetings and workshops to gather input, providing updates, and resolving issues
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders to foster a collaborative project environment
- Developing and implementing quality assurance processes to ensure project deliverables meet business requirements and standards
- Conducting testing and validation activities to ensure solutions are fit for purpose
- Reviewing project deliverables for accuracy and completeness
- Preparing and maintaining project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and risk logs
- Documenting business requirements, process flows, and system specifications
- Providing regular updates to senior management and stakeholders on project status and performance
Minimum Requirements:
- Relevant 3 year Degree in Business Administration or related field
- At least 5 years experience in business analysis AND project management
- Experience building an online platform (customer interface application)
- Experience in systems integration
- Professional certification (PMP, PRINCE2 or CBAP)
- Proficiency in process modelling and data analysis
- Experience in financial services, specifically long term insurance
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools
- Experience with data analysis and reporting tools