Associate Director, Business Analyst

Aon; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated Software Business Systems Analyst to join their dynamic team in Toronto. This role involves bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions, ensuring successful delivery of innovative software products. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, utilize your analytical skills, and contribute to the expansion of the software development team. If you are passionate about technology and have a solid background in software development methodologies, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values inclusivity and continuous learning, and make a significant impact on clients' success.

Benefits

Global Wellbeing Days

Flexible Working Options

Comprehensive Benefits

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Software Business Analyst in insurance or finance.
• Solid understanding of software development methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements for software development projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate needs into actionable specifications.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including user stories and process flows.

Skills

Software Business Analysis

Agile Methodologies

High Performance Computing

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Documentation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Certification in Business Analysis

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Figma

SQL

Visio

Tableau

Power BI

Mural

Job description

Aon is looking for Associate Director, Software Business Systems Analyst

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Software Business Systems Analyst to join our dynamic team. At Aon Life Solutions, we deliver innovative technology in PathWise, the award-winning and industry leading GPU powered High-Performance Computing (HPC) to our clients to solve their most sophisticated and challenging tasks. You will be a key player in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions, ensuring the successful delivery of our software products.

As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions supporting the Strategy and Technology Group (STG), in Toronto, Ontario.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. This role is not eligible for sponsorship, and we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or work permit.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

1. Contribute to the expansion of the software development team:
2. Assist in defining structure, roles and responsibilities.
3. Participate in the interview and selection process.
4. Contribute to the establishment of team processes, methodologies and best practices.
5. Assist in the selection and setup of necessary development tools, environments, and infrastructure.
6. Conduct interviews, workshops, and document analysis to gather and understand business needs and translate them into detailed requirements.
7. Participate in the system design process, ensuring alignment between business and technical solutions.
8. Manage, analyze and prioritize requirements throughout the software development lifecycle, adapting to changing needs and priorities, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
9. Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including user stories, use cases, functional specifications, process flows, and data models.
10. Work closely with the development team to ensure requirements are understood and implemented correctly. Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and the technical team.
11. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including technical and non-technical audiences. Present requirements and project updates clearly and concisely.
12. Evaluate existing systems and processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization.

How this opportunity is different

As a Business Systems Analyst, you will be responsible for analyzing, documenting, and managing requirements for software development projects. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders across various groups, including product management, development, testing, and business users, to understand their needs and translate them into actionable specifications. This role requires a solid understanding of software development methodologies, superb communication skills, and the ability to think critically and analytically.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field.
• 10+ years of demonstrable experience as a Software Business Analyst, preferably in the insurance and financial industries.
• Solid understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Experience with GPUs and High Performance Computing is a big plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to elicit and document sophisticated business requirements.
• Proficiency in using business analysis tools and techniques including requirements management, process mapping, data modeling, prototyping.
• Superb communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, Figma, SQL, Visio, Tableau, Power BI, and Mural.
• Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA, ECBA) is a plus.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits, we promote an inclusive workforce and an agile environment that supports your wellbeing and work/life balance. We offer two “Global Wellbeing Days” annually and various flexible working options.

Our culture encourages continuous learning, growth, and connection, helping you reach your full potential. At Aon, you are valued and empowered to be your authentic self.

Aon is committed to an inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered and respected. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Aon does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position.

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