Business Systems Analyst III

Company: Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

Zurich is currently looking for a Business Systems Analyst to work out of our North American headquarters in Schaumburg, IL supporting a portfolio of commercial and underwriting insurance applications as part of the Core Platform Modernization Guidewire PolicyCenter team within Information Technology Services.This individual will work with the team and the Business to translate rating rules/requirements into technical specifications for application updates related to projects, enhancements and compliance needs in Guidewire PolicyCenter while working in an Agile environment supporting the design, construction and implementation of these updates to the applications. - The ideal candidate will be an individual that is an energetic and a skilled professional requiring minimal supervision, can lead others, has worked with actuaries, and will serve as the liaison between the Business and IT.Other responsibilities may include: -

• Lead analysis of business requirements and translate them into user stories and acceptance criteria
• Coordinate and lead activities with product owners to gather requirements
• Document detailed functional and non-functional requirements
• Use requirements management tools and techniques such as Use Cases, Data Matrix, Process Flow Diagrams, JIRA, etc.
• Support development, testing, implementation and training activities
• Understand and apply delivery approaches (i.e. Agile methodology, Scrum) and perform, independently, business analysis processes in accordance with Zurich Project management framework and the Zurich risk policy
• Provide subject matter expertise to others in the organizationBasic Qualifications:
  • Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or Computer Science or Engineering and 8 or more years of experience in the Information Technology areaOR
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in the Information Technology areaAND
  • 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/techniquesPreferred Qualifications:
    • Knowledge of insurance industry business processes
    • Knowledge of Guidewire PolicyCenter
    • Experience in understanding and applying various delivery approaches (i.e. Agile, Waterfall, Scrum)
    • Experience with Service Oriented Architecture concepts and technology
    • Experience with ETL concepts and technology
    • Experience with data query tools to perform data analysis and validation
    • Advanced negotiation skills
    • Strong consultative experience preferred
    • Experience with collaborating across many teams
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    • Strong written and verbal communication skillsAs a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to our COVID-related health and safety protocols (), including, without limitation, a requirement that employees attest as to their vaccination status with a YES/NO, and upload proof of vaccination status, or negative COVID test results when allowable, to a third-party vendor. These are continuously re-evaluated and the requirements may change at any time. -A future with ZurichNow 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 148 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 -to learn more.As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet -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 - SchaumburgRemote Working: NoSchedule: Full TimeLinkedin Recruiter Tag: -#LI-RD1 -

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