Business Systems Analyst III - Property

Zurich North America is currently hiring a Business Systems Analyst III – Property working out of our Schaumburg, IL North America Headquarters supporting our property business.

Responsibilities:

• Provides 2nd level production support for Large Property Underwriting application, assisting users in troubleshooting application issues, identifying training needs and working with development team as needed to resolve issues or create defect logs to resolve in an upcoming release
• Coordinates and leads activities with Product Owner/business stakeholders to gather detailed requirements from through interviews, documentation and facilitated working sessions for approved projects and enhancements. Monitors business decisions and manages requirements documentation and communication. 
• Leads analysis of requirements to determine the systems’ potential and defines impact to other business units and systems. In addition, provides input to the development effort. 
• Creates process models based on business requirements in order to determine the completeness of the information and process components.
• Provides Customers with cost/benefit analysis, risk assessment, scope definition of proposed requirements. 
• Guides users in building business case; Performs impact analysis; Supports application testing, implementation and training activities throughout the process. 
• Leads individual or sub project tasks affecting single or multiple business and IT departments. 
• Evaluates project impact through consultation with the business, regulatory, Information Technology management, development, quality assurance, validation, and training teams.
• Performs system configuration and integration testing including the functionality, performance and fit to ensure original requirements are met.
• Performs production deployment checkout testing during release deployment, at minimum quarterly, additional releases as needed
• Evaluates project impact through consultation with the business, regulatory, Information Technology management, development, quality assurance, validation, and training teams. 
• Manages work plans, timelines and budgets. Evaluates relative feedback and Return On Investment to effectively prioritize projects. Evaluates project impact through consultation with the business, regulatory, Information Technology management, development, quality assurance, validation, and training teams. Partners with stakeholders to identify necessary department resources to meet defined objectives. 
• Performs business process modeling and re-engineering based on business requirements in order to determine the completeness of the information and process components. 
• Utilizes Unified Modeling Language tools in creating Use Cases, Class and Sequence Diagrams based on the product design documentation. 
• Mentors team members in technology, architecture and delivery of applications.

Required: 

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or Computer Science or Engineering and 8 or more years of experience in the Information Technology area
  OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Information Technology area
  AND
• Process reengineering; LEAN/Six Sigma experience
• Experience with process modeling tools.
• Insurance application system design/analysis experience
• Experience with use case development.
• Experience with Rapid Application Development (RAD) tools/techniques.

Preferred

• Strong analytical skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Solid understanding of and experience with Zurich underwriting applications and Large Property underwriting workflow 
• Commercial insurance experience (preferred experience with Large Property) 
• Strong analytical and planning skills 
• Ability to effectively manage changing priorities 
• Strong written and verbal communications skills 
• Experience with change management tools/methodologies 
• In-depth experience with testing scenarios execution 
• Certified Business Analyst Professional (CBAP) 
• Advanced Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) skills 
• Consulting experience 
• Experience in an analytical role on complex enterprise projects 
• In-depth knowledge of insurance business processes and processing

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. 

The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is 85,500-140,000, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. 

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission. 

Location(s): AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: Yes  
 
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