What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Analyst II position at American Equity Investment Life Insurance Company?
At American Equity Investment Life Holding Company®we offer leading annuity products that help empower our clients to fulfill their needs and wants in retirement. Our success comes from hiring high-energy individuals who embody the beliefs that drive our unique culture. We currently fund over half a million retirements nationwide, and have been headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, for over twenty-five years with satellite offices in Charlotte, NC and New York, NY.GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB : The Business Analyst II is responsible for analyzing, specifying and validating the business needs of various internal customers on multiple small to medium scale projects. The incumbent communicates with stakeholders, Product Owners and defining user requirements to the development team throughout the product life cycle, as well as managing the project.
- Position sits in West Des Moines and will work an onsite hybrid schedule
- ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Supports business by gathering technical requirements.Completes data process and system documentation.Leads technical communications with Product Owners and business contacts.Assists with Software Development Methodology practices including story writing, associated toolsets, etc.Manages project.Performs other work as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : Direct Reports : NoneGeneral Description of Indirect Reports (2 and 3-downs) : NoneEDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE : Bachelor's degree in related field of study; plus four (4) or more years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience overseeing the design, development and implementation of software solutions, systems or products required.Experience in the Financial services Industry (Life, Annuity, Investments) preferred.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Effective verbal and written communication, ability to effectively present information and interact in group situations.Experience with Word, Excel, Visio and Outlook.Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.Ability to work cooperatively and successfully with employees, customers, and other outside third parties.Experience in JIRA or similar work management tool.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, manuals, and instructions.Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts to practical situations.Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.#LI-PL1
