Business Analyst

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Business Analyst with good domain expertise in Life Insurance to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions, driving strategic initiatives, and enhancing operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements related to life insurance products, processes, and systems.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories for development teams.
• Conduct gap analysis, feasibility studies, and impact assessments for new initiatives and system enhancements.
• Lead workshops, interviews, and brainstorming sessions to elicit requirements and define business processes.
• Work closely with IT teams to ensure solutions align with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Support testing activities including UAT planning, execution, and defect management.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and propose mitigation strategies.
• Prepare detailed reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies in the life insurance domain.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration, Finance, Insurance, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience as a Business Analyst, with at least 4 years in the Life Insurance domain.
• Strong understanding of life insurance products, underwriting, policy administration, claims, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in business analysis tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Excel).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments is a plus.
• Certifications like CBAP, PMI-PBA, III certifications or domain-specific credentials can be advantageous.

Preferred Attributes:

• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.