Senior Business Systems Analyst

Zurich North America is currently hiring a Senior Business Systems Analyst and this person will report to an Application Delivery Manager within Enterprise Underwriting Solutions.  This person will work in a hybrid schedule out of our Schaumburg North America HQ. 

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and leads activities with business owners 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.
• Supports system configuration and integration testing including the functionality, performance and fit to ensure original requirements are met.
• 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.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s 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
• Experience with process modeling tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Guidewire applications, Guidewire Underwriting Management.
• Experience with Pega systems.
• Experience with Power Point and Share Point.
• Experience with JIRA.
• Ability to coordinate across teams/applications/systems to gain alignment and synergy.
• Extensive experience consulting with stakeholders on requirements and documentation of requirements.
• Experience working on enterprise level projects.
• Knowledge of insurance and financial services industry.
• In-depth knowledge of insurance business processes and processing.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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 $94,050.00 to $154,000.00, 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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