Senior Business Systems Analyst (Actuarial IT)

Athene; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Athene is seeking a Senior Business Systems Analyst (Actuarial IT) to help modernize the technology powering one of the industry\'s fastest-growing retirement services organizations. You\'ll partner with Actuarial, Finance, and Technology teams to analyze complex business challenges, translate requirements into scalable solutions, and support actuarial data, finance, and reporting.

In this role you will perform hands-on SQL data analysis, support reporting, drive cloud-based modernization on

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting actuarial, finance, or complex financial systems.
• Strong knowledge of annuity products, including Fixed Annuities (FA) and Fixed Indexed Annuities (FIA).
• Advanced SQL and data analysis experience to validate complex rules and support reporting.
• Experience with cloud-based data modernization initiatives, preferably AWS.
• Experience in Agile environments using JIRA, Confluence, and AI-enabled tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes with Actuarial, Finance, Reinsurance, and Technology stakeholders to translate needs into scalable technology solutions.
• Perform hands-on data analysis using SQL to validate rules and support downstream reporting, modeling, and decision-making.
• Drive modernization of actuarial data platforms and AWS-based data solutions and system integrations.
• Support Agile delivery by creating user stories, acceptance criteria, documentation, testing, and production support while promoting continuous improvement.
• Mentor and support Business Systems Analysts to elevate quality and consistency across the team.

Skills

SQL

Data analysis

Agile

JIRA

Confluence

AWS

AI-enabled tools

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, or related discipline

Tools

AWS

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

We are driven to do more. More for our customers and the financial professionals who offer our products. If you are driven to do more and love the challenge of pursuing more, Athene is your kind of company. You will find we offer more than the basics to create an inclusive and dynamic work environment at our various locations.

Purpose: Athene is seeking a Senior Business Systems Analyst (Actuarial IT) to help modernize the technology that powers one of the industry's fastest-growing retirement services organizations. In this role, you'll partner closely with Actuarial, Finance, and Technology teams to analyze complex business challenges, shape enterprise technology solutions, and deliver high-quality capabilities supporting actuarial data, finance, reinsurance, and reporting.

As a trusted advisor, you'll bridge business and technology by translating complex requirements into scalable solutions while leveraging data analysis, cloud technologies, and AI-enabled tools to improve productivity and business outcomes. You'll play a key role in advancing Athene's technology modernization efforts while working alongside talented teams across Athene and Apollo in a collaborative, high-performance culture built on our BEAM values.

Accountabilities: Key Deliverables Partner with Actuarial, Finance, Reinsurance, and Technology stakeholders to analyze business processes, facilitate requirements workshops, and translate complex business needs into scalable technology solutions supporting actuarial and financial operations. Perform hands-on data analysis using SQL and other analytical tools to validate business rules, reconcile actuarial and financial data, and support downstream reporting, modeling, and operational decision-making. Drive modernization initiatives by collaborating with engineering teams to improve actuarial data platforms, AWS-based data solutions, system integrations, and overall data quality and accessibility. Support Agile delivery by creating and managing user stories, acceptance criteria, documentation, testing, and production support activities while contributing to continuous improvement across the software delivery lifecycle. Mentor and support Business Systems Analysts by sharing best practices, improving documentation standards, and helping elevate the quality and consistency of business analysis across the team. Leverage AI-enabled tools to enhance business analysis, documentation, data interpretation, and productivity while promoting innovation, critical thinking, and continuous improvement across delivery teams.

Qualifications and Experience: What You Need to Bring 5+ years of relevant experience supporting Actuarial, Finance, Insurance, or other complex financial systems, with demonstrated success translating business needs into technology solutions, preferred. Strong knowledge of annuity products, including Fixed Annuities (FA), Fixed Indexed Annuities (FIA), reinsurance, liability data, and PGA-related business processes. Advanced SQL and data analysis experience with the ability to validate complex business rules, interpret financial and actuarial data, and support cloud-based data modernization initiatives, preferably within AWS. Experience working in Agile environments utilizing JIRA, Confluence, and modern business analysis practices, along with familiarity using AI-enabled tools to improve analysis, documentation, and delivery outcomes. Excellent analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to operate independently, influence cross-functional teams, mentor others, and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

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We are driven to do more. More for our customers and the financial professionals who offer our products. If you are driven to do more and love the challenge of pursuing more, Athene is your kind of company. You will find we offer more than the basics to create an inclusive and dynamic work environment at our various locations.