Business Analyst

Job Summary:

Our client is seeking a Business Analyst to join their team! This position is located in Tampa, Florida.

Duties:

• Perform user functional analysis for the development of strategic and tactical initiatives for the business units
• Partner with functional groups within the organization to clarify business requirements and ensure technologies are aligned with business needs
• Understand overall technical direction and communicate this direction to the business to ensure consistent and common application of technology solutions
• Ensure clear and complete project requirements to deliver a complete solution
• Work with business units to define and complete detailed business requirements for tactical and strategic recommendations
• Provide ongoing support throughout the pilot phase of the initiative
• Build partnerships with business and technical representatives to create a team atmosphere while solving problems
• Conduct structured interviews with various business and technical representatives to gather information relating to a specific business situation
• Create workflow diagrams that reflect current and future business environments
• Document findings, formulate alternatives, and finalize recommendations
• Facilitate project work related to the company operations business from the beginning phases through implementation
• Perform other assignments to comply with business strategies and initiatives
• Analyze, evaluate, and recommend vendor system software packages to meet business requirements
• Develop presentations for business and technical partners to communicate and sell findings and recommendations

Desired Skills/Experience:

• 7 years of experience as a business analyst in a relevant domain
• 3 years of experience in business systems development
• Proficiency in PC desktop software, including the Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to facilitate brainstorming sessions and engage in productive discussions
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in interviewing, researching, and documenting findings
• High-energy, positive mindset, and an assertive yet professional demeanor, recognized as an intelligent and valuable team contributor
• Industry knowledge of Life Insurance, Annuities, Marketing, and Telemarketing systems and applications
• Proven leadership, communication, listening, and influencing abilities
• Ability to build trust and credibility across teams and stakeholders
• Highly adaptable and flexible, able to thrive in dynamic environments
• Technical expertise across multiple domains, including relational databases, Web Services APIs, and SaaS solutions
• Strong architectural understanding, with the ability to apply principles to business solutions
• Capability to conceptualize and design high-level models, including capability, business, and operating models
• Experience supporting self-service platforms and public-facing marketing websites

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K offered

$33.00 - $48.00 (est. hourly rate)