Senior Product Configuration Analyst

Job Summary

Lead business team in analysis, definition and documentation of complex business rules, configuration, and processes.  Configure/code/develop/implement product, business, functionality, and process rules leveraging vendor solutions and tools within vendor platforms (ex. LIDP, FireLight, and UnderwritingPro).  Responsible for developing/exercising unit test plans and assisting in the development of the system test and integrated test strategies.  Analyzes, prioritizes and corrects defects as identified.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead business teams to define and document complex Nassau business rules and product configurations
• Implement, configure, code and manage required rules and processes using vendor systems (LIDP, FireLight, UnderwritingPro) and tools
• Work closely with vendor management and staff to insure appropriate systems operation. 
• Provide a combination of technical and business expertise as it relates to product calculations and solving business problems
• Ensure deliverables are of a high quality and meet expected dates; accuracy of work affects overall profitability of Nassau product portfolio
• Ensure adherence to development standards and practices
• Interact daily with business and Information Technology management and staff
• Know and adhere to Change Control procedures
• Partner with Quality Assurance Analysts to ensure comprehensive test plans are developed
• Develop/write test plans based upon business and technical requirements/specifications
• Execute test plans, and interpret/report results
• Create and maintain complex Nassau business rules
• Documentation diligence in documenting and managing large and complex business and product rule sets
• Analyze, research and fix defects
• Participate in lessons learned sessions postproduction
• Perform miscellaneous duties as required by management
• Must maintain appropriate attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Minimum 5 years of Life and Annuity Product experience
• Overall systems developer mentality with good logic comprehension and moderate programming skills; analytical with a technical aptitude
• Solid understanding of the Life and Annuity business including product calculations; general understanding of underwriting concepts, new business and Life and Annuity sales processes
• Broad industry experience with the development and implementation of business process systems and solutions is highly desirable
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Previous experience working as a Business/Requirements Analyst is a plus
• Strategic thinker
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated attentiveness to detail and accuracy
• Strong work ethic and drive; self motivator
• Outstanding writing and oral communication skills, excellent organizational skills, task oriented
• Ability to work within a diverse, matrix/team environment including business partners, consultants, and vendors.
• Ability to work independently, multitask and focus on critical path deliverables
• Formal project lifecycle methodology experience (SDLC, Iterative-Phase, RAD, Agile, etc.)
• Proficient in JIRA, SharePoint

Compensation

Nassau maintains a holistic compensation philosophy focused on competitive base salaries, performance driven incentives, and unique professional development opportunities. The combination of compensation, benefits, and an entrepreneurial culture along with related experiences is key to recruiting and retaining talent.  Our compensation system is designed to reward performance, support development and job growth, and compensate individuals relative to their contribution to our organization. The compensation for this position falls within Nassau’s salary band E:  $90,000-$125,000.

 Visit our Careers page and apply online at www.nfg.com.

Based in Hartford, Connecticut, Nassau Financial Group is a growth focused and digitally enabled financial services company with a fully integrated platform across insurance and asset management. Nassau was founded in 2015 and has grown to $1.6 billion in total adjusted capital, $24.8 billion in assets under management, and 370,000 policies and contracts as of September 30, 2024.

As part of a young and growing financial services enterprise, our employees are tapping into a new entrepreneurial spirit while they build on a long track record of putting customers first, understanding the evolving income and protection needs, and developing quality products to meet those needs.

Nassau provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

Salary : $90,000 - $125,000