Senior Business Advisor

Intact Financial Corporation; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Calgary is seeking a Senior Business Advisor to enhance business processes through data-driven insights. You will analyze performance, present strategic recommendations, and engage stakeholders to drive organizational improvement. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in reporting and data analysis, proficiency in Power BI, and strong communication skills. This role offers a hybrid work model and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Wellness account

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in reporting and data analysis.
• Strong proficiency with programming languages and data management.
• Experience with presenting complex information to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business and operational challenges, recommending data-driven solutions.
• Create and present persuasive data-driven narratives to diverse audiences.
• Engage with stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication

Project planning

Critical thinking

Team-oriented

Education

Post Secondary education in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or Actuarial studies

Tools

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Python

Job description

Overview

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Business Advisor to join our growing team!

As a data driven Senior Business Advisor you will play an important role in enhancing our business process and operational effectiveness. In this dynamic role, you\'ll collaborate closely with Claims West leadership to analyze data, monitor performance, and propose innovative solutions that boost claims performance.

We\'re looking for a data-driven expert who excels at transforming complex data into compelling stories and strategic recommendations. Use your analytical prowess and creative thinking to influence key business decisions and drive our organization\'s success

What you\'ll do

• Analyze business and operational challenges, conducting independent and comprehensive data analysis of Claims West results, and recommend data-driven solutions to business leaders to enhance performance and effectiveness
• Combine and analyze data elements from various sources to monitor claims data, identify trends, surface root causes of problems, and display information in various ways to uncover issues and potential solutions
• Create and present clear, concise, and persuasive data-driven narratives tailored to diverse audiences, including executive leadership, using tools like PowerPoint to ensure effective communication of complex insights
• Provide strategic recommendations and insights through executive-level presentations to senior leadership for informed decision-making.
• Lead projects with stakeholders across the Claims West operation to enhance efficiency and address operational challenges while supporting the business in effective execution and change management
• Engage and collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement, find root causes of issues, and determine solutions. Challenge the status quo. Recommend improvements and implement approved modifications
• Contribute to the creation of detailed business plans and business cases
• Contribute actively to the team’s work by considering Claims West priorities. Mentor and coach peers
• Ownership of recurrent reports, including creation, development, modification, and production of reports in Excel, Power BI and other tools through solid programming skills for data extraction and manipulation. Support ad hoc data / reports creation.
• Act as a data resource to support day-to-day operations
• Analyze KPIs, review existing reports, and provide detailed analysis with commentary and trends for the Claims West leadership team
• Leverage insights on industry trends, data analytics advancements, and best practices to maintain a competitive edge and drive continuous organizational improvement
• May participate in the design and establishment of new database environments

What you bring to the role

• Post Secondary education in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or Actuarial studies or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with developing operational reporting and leading moderately complex analyses
• Minimum 5-years professional experience in reporting and data analysis
• Advanced using Microsoft Office, PowerPoint & Excel (Power Query)
• Communication : Strong experience in communicating technical analyses clearly
• Experience with presenting complex information and expertise to senior leadership and executives
• Strong proficiency with programming languages and data management (Power BI, SAS, SQL, Python, VBA, PowerApps)
• Competencies : adaptability, innovative, analytical, decision making, critical thinking, clear communication, planning and organizing, team oriented
• Ability to plan and execute on projects
• Self-driven, autonomous, and solution-oriented
• No Canadian work experience required but must have authorization to work in Canada
• LI-Hybrid

What we offer

• Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.
• Working here means you\'ll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team :
• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
• Flexible work arrangements
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.