Guidewire Business Analysts | CLAIMS CENTER

Cognizant; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is hiring Lead Guidewire Claims Business Analysts in Toronto, Ontario. This hybrid role requires extensive experience in insurance products and Guidewire tools. Candidates should possess strong collaboration skills and be adept in managing product development processes. The position offers flexibility and emphasizes work-life balance, supporting a proactive and inclusive environment for all team members.

Qualifications

• 14 to 18 years of experience in business analysis or related fields.
• Strong background in insurance products, particularly Guidewire.
• Capability to drive product development and ensure alignment with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product development process by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee implementation of Guidewire tools for product enhancement.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements for product features.
• Monitor market trends to inform product development strategies.
• Provide training and support to end-users for product adoption.

Skills

Collaboration tools expertise

Insurance products knowledge

Guidewire experience

Proactive problem-solving

Communication skills

Tools

Confluence

Jira

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Guidewire Business Analysts | CLAIMS CENTER

At Cognizant, our global community sets us apart—an upbeat, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. And with projects at the forefront of innovation, you can build a multifaceted, rewarding career and draw inspiration from dedicated colleagues and leaders. Cognizant is right where you belong.

What You'll Do:

We are seeking Lead Guidewire Claims Business Analysts with 14 to 18 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have expertise in collaboration tools like Confluence and Jira and a strong background in insurance products particularly Guidewire. This hybrid role requires a proactive individual who can drive product development and ensure alignment with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product development process by collaborating with cross-functional teams to define product vision and strategy.
• Oversee the implementation of Guidewire tools and accelerators to enhance product functionality and efficiency.
• Provide expertise in insurance products ensuring that all product features align with industry standards and customer needs.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into actionable product features.
• Utilize Confluence and Jira to manage project documentation and track progress effectively.
• Ensure seamless integration of GW Claim Center Functional capabilities into existing systems.
• Drive continuous improvement by analyzing product performance and implementing necessary enhancements.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and business units to ensure alignment and clarity.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform product development strategies.
• Ensure all product deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop product launch plans and promotional strategies.
• Provide training and support to end-users to maximize product adoption and satisfaction.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of MS Office tools to streamline project management tasks.

Working arrangements:

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Toronto, ON, Canada. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We encourage you to apply if you have most of the skills above and feel like you are strongly suited for this role. Consider what transferable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you’d be beneficial to this role.