AI-Driven Senior Business Systems Analyst (Contract)

Ryan Specialty; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan Specialty is seeking a Business Systems Specialist (Contractor) to lead complex initiatives in Premium Accounting. You will act as a subject matter expert for processes, systems, and data flows, delivering end-to-end analysis and solutions with a high degree of autonomy.

You will leverage AI tools to enhance analysis, documentation, and testing, while mentoring analysts and collaborating with business and technology leaders to drive scalable improvements across systems and processes.

Qualifications

• 7–9 years of experience in business systems analysis or related field.
• Experience leading complex, multi-system or cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong exposure to financial, accounting, insurance, or transaction-based systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis and definition of complex business and system requirements for cross-functional initiatives.
• Translate business needs into functional designs, user stories, acceptance criteria, process flows, and data requirements.
• Own requirements and design artifacts throughout the SDLC, ensuring traceability and alignment.
• Lead UAT strategy and execution for complex initiatives, including test planning and defect triage.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior analysts; develop high-quality documentation and training materials.

Skills

Business analysis

Functional design

SDLC ownership

Data analysis

AI proficiency

Stakeholder influence

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

CBAP/CCBA/PMI-PMP certification preferred

Job description

Ryan Specialty is seeking a Business Systems Specialist (Contractor) to lead complex initiatives in Premium Accounting. You will act as a subject matter expert for processes, systems, and data flows, delivering end-to-end analysis and solutions with a high degree of autonomy.

You will leverage AI tools to enhance analysis, documentation, and testing, while mentoring analysts and collaborating with business and technology leaders to drive scalable improvements across systems and processes.