Business Analyst - Alberta, Canada - Western Coast Insurance Services
Description
Truthfulness | Fairness | Value | Loyalty
As one of Canada's largest insurance providers, Western has more than 220 locations across Canada. With over 2,100 team members, our actions are anchored in our Guiding Principles, Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty. We take care to deliver the right insurance solution every time so our customers can live confidently.
Business Analyst
Reporting to the Program Manager, Special Project you will be responsible for managing and executing projects in the portfolio through a consistent, controlled, and transparent process.
Here is what a typical day looks like
• Soliciting, documenting, tracking and delivering on project requirements (both business and technical)
• Supporting in the planning and defining the project scope and that deliverables align within the overall context of the project
• Partner with the Project Manager, providing communications plans, describing the format, formality, and frequency of communicating business analysis deliverables to and from key stakeholders
• Employ a variety of methods to solicit necessary requirements from the business and end users
• Focus on drafting clear, concise requirements documentation inclusive of business, project management, and delivery requirements
• Develop comprehensive testing strategies and test scripts, gaining appropriate sign-off as needed
• Facilitate workflow analysis sessions followed up with the creation of all process workflows related to the project
• Understand the needs and requirements of the business to deliver services that meet the customer requirements
The value you bring
• University degree/diploma in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience in a similar or comparable role
• Designation such as PBA- PMI, CCBA or CBAP, Lean Six Sigma or pursuing one
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Good organizational planning and prioritization skills
• Strong analytically with the ability to problem solve and make sound decisions
• Excellent written communication with strong attention to detail
Hours: 37.5 hours/week (contract)
Location: Remote within Canada
Requisition #: 80566
Compensation Range: $61,000 - $84,000
What if I don't meet every requirement?
If you're excited about the role but your experience doesn't check every box – we still encourage you to apply. You may be the right person for this role – or we might have another that suits you even better
At Western, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace in the communities we work and live in If you have questions or require accommodation,
Health and Wellness
We take pride in providing programs that add value to our people's lives – after all, they are our greatest asset. Eligible employees receive a competitive compensation package consisting of 3 weeks' vacation, 14 wellness days, company matching investment and savings programs, and 100% employer-paid group benefits, including a health care spending account.
For over 20 years, supporting our local communities has been a part of everything we do – it's engrained in our culture though the