Mid-level Business Analyst (Whitespace Software - Specialty Insurance)

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 hours ago
Job Category: Data Science and Business IntelligenceJob Description:Verisk Specialty Business Solutions, part of the global Verisk family, is a leading provider of innovative insurance and reinsurance software solutions. We specialize in delivering successful transformation programs for underwriters, brokers, and MGAs within the Lloyd's, companies, and international insurance/reinsurance sectors. Our Sequel product range offers class-leading, end-to-end solutions that enhance client experiences and better inform risk decisions.We are seeking a skilled and motivated Business Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience as a Business Analyst within the insurance industry, preferably with exposure to the London Market. They will write and communicate specifications based on business requirements, clarifying and giving further examples where necessary. Work on multiple requests which would need detailed evaluating (MoSCoW) followed by preparing and presenting recommendations on how to productise, working collaboratively with UI/UX, developers, QA and key stakeholders.#LI-SD2 #LI-HybridResponsibilities:
  • Develop an understanding of the Platform functionality, with specialist knowledge on certain areas of the product.
  • Conducting the analysis of complex business processes, functions and procedures to determine the most effective business systems technology that meet the needs of the organisation.
  • Providing detailed knowledge, rationale of user cases, during design and requirements gathering meetings with the ability to lead both internal and client attended workshops.
  • Work with colleagues to translate business requirements into functional requirements.
  • Providing support and review to the junior analysts within their project team to deliver on requirements.
  • Providing and delivering on analysis estimates given to Lead Analyst / Project Managers.
  • Interviewing and brainstorming with users and stakeholders to gather, analyse and document business requirements.
  • Produce user stories and requirements documentation, with clear understanding of business requirements and functional requirements.
  • Work closely with development and product teams to ensure adequate implementation of requirements.
  • Review the coverage of tests executed by the QA team, taking part in the testing of the Platform and system integrations.
  • Assisting during the execution of user acceptance testing and supporting client through to BAU.
  • Managing expectations and consulting/problem-solving to entrench relationships built on trust and delivery.
Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in the insurance industry.
  • Insurance experience is a must with London Market strongly desirable.
  • Strong technical skills, particularly in JSON or proficiency in other coding languages is desirable.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience in Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies.
  • Very strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Experience effectively gathering, managing and documenting requirements, and development of use cases.
  • Understanding of the Project Life Cycle and Agile development and testing principles.
About Us:For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster.At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed.For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work® for outstanding workplace culture in the US, fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and second consecutive year in Poland. We value learning, caring and results and make inclusivity and diversity a top priority. In addition to our Great Place to Work® Certification, we've been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbes as a World's Best Employer and Best Employer for Women, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture.We're 7,000 people strong. We relentlessly and ethically pursue innovation. And we are looking for people like you to help us translate big data into big ideas. Join us and create an exceptional experience for yourself and a better tomorrow for future generations.Verisk Businesses- provides underwriting and rating solutions for auto and property, general liability, and excess and surplus to assess and price risk with speed and precision- supports end-to-end claims handling with analytic and automation tools that streamline workflow, improve claims management, and support better customer experiences- offers property estimation software and tools for professionals in estimating all phases of building and repair to make day-to-day workflows the most efficient- provides risk modeling solutions to help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to extreme events.- provides an integrated suite of software for full end-to-end management of insurance and reinsurance business, helping companies manage their businesses through efficiency, flexibility, and data governance- delivers data and insights to improve the reach, timing, relevance, and compliance of every consumer engagement- offers end-to-end, data insight-driven core capabilities for carriers, distribution, and direct customers across the entire policy lifecycle of life and annuities for both individual and group.- provides intelligence on sustainability, resilience, and ESG, helping people, business, and societies become strongerVerisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability. Verisk's minimum hiring age is 18 except in countries with a higher age limit subject to applicable law.Unsolicited resumes sent to Verisk, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Verisk business mailing address, fax machine or email address, or directly to Verisk employees, will be considered Verisk property. Verisk will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

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