Company Description
We help the world see new possibilities and inspire change for better tomorrows. Our analytic solutions bridge content, data, and analytics to help business, people, and society become stronger, more resilient, and sustainable.
Job Description
About Verisk Specialty Business Solutions: 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.
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Business Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have between 4+ years of experience as a Business Analyst within the insurance industry, preferably with exposure to the London Market, though this is not mandatory. This role requires a strong technical background, with proficiency in SQL.

Qualifications

• 4+ 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 SQL or proficiency in other coding languages is desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• 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.
• Self-motivated and happy to work independently, with the ability to organise time/work effectively.
• Experience in providing reviews, feedback and mentoring analysts is desired but not essential

• 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 during design and requirements gathering meetings with the ability to lead workshops.
• Providing support and review to the analysts within their project team to deliver on client requirements.
• Providing and delivering on estimates given to Lead Analyst / Project Managers.
• Liaising with their Lead Analyst/PM within their project team / pod around escalations and problem resolution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements.
• Develop user stories and requirements documentation.
• Work closely with development and product teams to ensure accurate implementation of requirements.
• Assisting during the execution of user acceptance testing and supporting client through to BAU.
• Participate in project planning and management activities.
• Managing expectations and consulting/problem-solving to entrench relationships built on trust and delivery.
• Execute training for clients and other team members in complex areas.
• Potential line management of more junior analysts, including setting objectives and supporting training plans.
  

  LI-SD2 #LI-Hybrid

Qualifications

• 4+ 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 SQL or proficiency in other coding languages is desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• 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.
• Self-motivated and happy to work independently, with the ability to organise time/work effectively.
• Experience in providing reviews, feedback and mentoring analysts is desired but not essential.

Additional Information
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.