IT Business Systems Analyst

Canada Life; London; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Canada Life is seeking a Business Systems Analyst in Canada to bridge between business units and IT, delivering and sustaining capabilities for the Individual Insurance portfolio. You will gather requirements, analyze data structures with development teams, and translate needs into actionable specs for vendors and internal teams.

You will collaborate across departments, manage vendor relationships, and contribute to testing with clear user stories while supporting system upgrades and training

Qualifications

• Post-secondary Degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in experience plus education.
• Experience working with outside developers, vendors, and consultants.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and organizational skills; attention to detail; and ability to coordinate multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Experience with requirements gathering and documentation of functional and non-functional specifications.
• Experience working with cloud and legacy Technologies.
• A self-starter who can work effectively as a member of a team or independently as the assignment requires.
• Demonstrated analytical and computer proficiency necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to build strong relationships with internal clients, and a successful track record of collaboration toward achieving objectives expected.
• Strong technical skills in Microsoft office (excel, access, word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Should be comfortable working on both mainframe and client-server platforms.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written as communication is internally and externally with clients
• Ability to work well in a team environment and independently
• Experience with development or translation of customer personas, journey maps and wireframe into functional and non-functional specifications
• Knowledge of the insurance industry would be considered a strong asset

Responsibilities

• Works closely with cross-departmental staff to understand how systems are used to support business functions.
• Works with cross-departmental staff and management to analyze how existing systems may be improved to better support their business functions.
• Works with vendors and cross-business unit staff to deliver new systems and technology solutions.
• In conjunction with development staff, is responsible to plan and analyze data structures for internal and vendor business systems.
• Writes detailed functional and non-functional specifications or user stories for developing or modifying various systems.
• Responsible to support system upgrades and maintenance after implementation during the warranty period.
• Enforce application delivery methodologies, specifications and standards associated with CEO/CFO delivery controls.
• Provide technical documentation and analysis, help administer or contribute to training for users, and support end users during the transition to maintenance period.
• Create use cases for testing, as part of the System Requirements documentation process and work with quality assurance resources to ensure understanding of the requirements and traceability of test strategies, plans and test cases back to business requirements.

Skills

Requirements gathering

Analytical skills

Vendor management

Business analysis

Data analysis

Communication

MS Office

Education

Post-secondary degree

Tools

Mainframe

Client-server

Job description

Temporary Full Time
Technology redefines the way we work and deliver to meet business needs and elevate the customer experience. You8ll be part of an organization that is embracing modern technology, innovation and agile ways of working.
Our Canada Technology team is a strategic partner in our business – with an ambition to be a forward-thinking, agile technology organization delivering secure, resilient and leading solutions that support Canada Life and the well-being of millions of Canadians.
We are looking for a Business Systems Analyst.
The Business Systems Analyst is a key interface between various departments within the Individual Customer business unit, in support of delivering and sustaining capabilities for the Individual Insurance portfolio. The role will also work closely with vendors as well as business partners in New Business and Underwriting.
The Business Systems Analyst will be responsible for collection, analysis, and documentation of business requirements, needs and features, contribute to solutioning discussions and translate business needs and features into developer-consumable functional and non-functional requirements as an input to design, development and testing exercises associated with application development, support, or configuration.
The successful candidate will develop a strong and deep understanding of Individual Customer needs and how systems support the core business unit mission.
What you will do:

• Works closely with cross-departmental staff to understand how systems are used to support business functions.
• Works with cross-departmental staff and management to analyze how existing systems may be improved to better support their business functions.
• Works with vendors and cross-business unit staff to deliver new systems and technology solutions.
• In conjunction with development staff, is responsible to plan and analyze data structures for internal and vendor business systems.
• Writes detailed functional and non-functional specifications or user stories for developing or modifying various systems.
• Responsible to support system upgrades and maintenance after implementation during the warranty period.
• Enforce application delivery methodologies, specifications and standards associated with CEO/CFO delivery controls.
• Provide technical documentation and analysis, help administer or contribute to training for users, and support end users during the transition to maintenance period.
• Create use cases for testing, as part of the System Requirements documentation process and work with quality assurance resources to ensure understanding of the requirements and traceability of test strategies, plans and test cases back to business requirements.
  

What you will bring:

• Post-secondary Degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in experience plus education.
• Experience working with outside developers, vendors, and consultants.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and organizational skills; attention to detail; and ability to coordinate multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Experience with requirements gathering and documentation of functional and non-functional specifications.
• Experience working with cloud and legacy Technologies
• A self-starter who can work effectively as a member of a team or independently as the assignment requires.
• Demonstrated analytical and computer proficiency necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to build strong relationships with internal clients, and a successful track record of collaboration toward achieving objectives expected.
• Strong technical skills in Microsoft office (excel, access, word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Should be comfortable working on both mainframe and client-server platforms.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written as communication is internally and externally with clients
• Ability to work well in a team environment and independently
• Experience with development or translation of customer personas, journey maps and wireframe into functional and non-functional specifications
• Knowledge of the insurance industry would be considered a strong asset
  

The base salary for this position is between $65,800 - $109,700 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.
Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Grow with Canada Life
We00re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.
We00re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities and each other. Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you!
What we offer:
We00re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here00s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:

• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to$2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.
• Health & Wellness:Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
• Time Off:In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.
• Financial Security:Company-matching pension plan,share ownership program and additionalinvestment options.
• Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
• Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.
  

Learn more about Canada Life.
We00re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact [e-mail]. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.
Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.