About this Job
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Business Analyst to join our Group IT Department, supporting our Life & Health reinsurance solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to identify and understand their needs.
* Study system flows, data usage and work processes.
* Investigate problem areas.
* Produce or support the creation of requirement artefacts (User stories, screen design, business rules, data models etc.)
* IT system design and specification.
Planning and Coordination:
* Develop plans in close cooperation with the Subject Matter Experts.
* Oversee and assist with backlog prioritization.
* Monitor and track project progress.
* Utilize agile methodologies, such as Scrum, to manage and deliver projects effectively.
* Conduct software quality assurance before business testing.
* Plan, coordinate, and provide support for test activities, including user support during acceptance tests.
Requirements:
* 5+ years of professional experience as a Business Analyst in Financial Services.
* Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, detail oriented and inquisitive.
* Experience in project management (PMI/Prince2 qualification an advantage).
* Experience in agile software methodologies (Scrum Master or Product Owner).
* Knowledge in agile software development methodology is a plus.
* Willingness to learn and apply new systems and tools in a hands-on manner.
* Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, AXIS and SQL experience strongly preferred.
* Familiar with reporting solutions (Business Objects and Power BI).
* Excellent communication and language skills in English (proficient verbal and in writing), as you will interact with the IT and the Business community daily.
* Ability to work effectively both within a team and independently.
* Driven towards finding solutions and being responsive.
* Experience in the (re)insurance industry is preferred but not a must.
What We Can Offer:
* An international environment, where you will work in a team of IT professionals based in various locations around the world and can learn from reinsurance specialists in the Life & Health area. Our structure fosters collaboration with various stakeholders.
* One of PartnerRe's core strengths is its technical know-how, built over many years of investment in the right people working on challenges.
About Us:
PartnerRe provides a working environment in which diversity is valued, where all employees feel welcome, respected, and empowered to perform at their best.
We invite you to learn more about D&I at PartnerRe.