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Equitable Senior Business Analyst in Syracuse, New York
Senior Business Analyst ( 2400007C )
Primary Location : UNITED STATES-NY-Syracuse
Organization : Equitable
Schedule : Full-time
Description
At Equitable, our power is in our people.
We're individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. Those differences make us stronger as a team and a force for good in our communities. Here, you'll work with dynamic individuals, build your skills, and unleash new ways of working and thinking. Are you ready to join an organization that will help unlock your potential?
The Business Analyst will support the delivery of new products, product functionality, and other enhancements as directed by Business Partners, IT, and GR Operations as it relates to Group Retirement business. This individual will be responsible for analysis of business requirements related to Group Retirement initiatives, development and execution of test plans, and validation of system changes. In addition, the Business Analyst will be acting more in a project coordination capacity with new projects impacting the GR Team, which will include collaboration with project managers, business partners, participation in project meetings, documentation of high-level test plans as well as testing timelines. The Business Analyst will acquire knowledge of Group Retirement products and end-to-end system processing utilizing the following tools, where applicable: ADO/VSTS Agile Tool, Digital Platforms, PARIS (OMNI) and ESpresso systems. This position will be part of the SSG / System Testing and Resolution team and New Ways Of Working (NWOW) at Equitable, working with the GR STAR Sub-Chapter Team using Agile methodology / NWOW principles.
The base salary range for this position is $68,000 - $102,000. Actual base salaries vary based on skills, experience, and geographical location. In addition to base pay, Equitable provides compensation to reward performance with base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short-term incentive compensation opportunities. Eligibility for these programs depends on level and functional area of responsibility.
For eligible employees, Equitable provides a full range of benefits. This includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. For detailed descriptions of these benefits, please reference the link below.
Equitable Pay and Benefits: Equitable Total Rewards Program (https://portal.equitable.com/appentry/EDoxRedirect?node_id=A2023013000001)
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
3 years of experience as a Business Analyst
Knowledge of Group Annuity Products and Business Processes
Preferred Qualifications:
Group Annuity Product Equitable systems (such as ESpresso, PARIS suite of platforms, ADO/VSTS)
Self-starter with strong verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to connect the product updates with how the system functions and what needs to change
Ability to learn how to define requirements and complete/execute test plans
Readiness to “roll up the sleeves” and to go outside comfort zone to learn
Creativity and ability to think outside the box
Ability to work/deliver in changes requiring tight timelines
Ability to adopt the Agile mindset and behaviors
Skills:
Business Data Analysis: Knowledge of business data analysis; ability to collect, identify, analyze and interpret business data using various kinds of techniques to meet business needs and requirements.
Business Process Design: Knowledge of business process design; ability to develop appropriate techniques to re-examine key processes and focus on optimizing organizational performance.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Knowledge of collaborative techniques and approaches; ability to promote a culture of continuous improvement and working together across functions to solve business problems and meet business goals.
Data Gathering and Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques and processes; ability to gather and analyze data on the learning needs of a target population.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Design Thinking: Knowledge of concepts, principles, and processes of design thinking; ability to utilize the knowledge in designing new products and services and even improving organizational operation.
Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of the organization's industry group, trends, directions, major issues, regulatory considerations, and trendsetters; ability to apply industry knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.
Process Mapping/Flowcharting: Knowledge of the concepts of process mapping; ability to carry out the documentation of current and proposed manufacturing processes to identify and make improvements.
Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.
User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Knowledge of UAT activities, tasks, tools and techniques; ability to design, implement and evaluate acceptance tests for end-users.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Demonstrates a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by treating everyone with respect and dignity, ensuring all voices are heard and advocating for change.
ABOUT EQUITABLE
At Equitable, we’re a team of over ten thousand strong; committed to helping our clients secure their financial well-being so that they can pursue long and fulfilling lives.
We turn challenges into opportunities by thinking, working, and leading differently – where everyone is a leader. We encourage every employee to leverage their unique talents to become a force for good at Equitable and in their local communities.
We are continuously investing in our people by offering growth, internal mobility, comprehensive compensation and benefits to support overall well-being, flexibility, and a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
We are looking for talented, dedicated, purposeful people who want to make an impact. Join Equitable and pursue a career with purpose.
Equitable is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees, applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other class protected by federal, state and local laws.
NOTE: Equitable participates in the E-Verify program.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential job functions of this position, please contact Human Resources at (212) 314-2211 or email us at TalentAcquisition@equitable.com .
Req ID: 2400007C