Senior Business Analyst Consultant, Subject Matter Expert

Summary

Join General Assembly as a Senior Business Analyst Consultant/Subject Matter Expert and shape the future of business analyst training in the insurance industry. This remote, contract position (3+ months, 3 hours guaranteed) offers a competitive hourly rate ($85-$100). You will conduct thorough analyses of existing business analyst roles, collaborate with stakeholders, and develop tailored training programs. Your expertise in insurance and business analysis will be crucial in identifying skill gaps and recommending enhancements to existing programs. You will also create assessment criteria to measure training effectiveness. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your skills and make a significant impact on a Fortune 500 insurance provider.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or Consultant in the insurance or financial services industry
• Proven experience developing or advising on training programs for business analysis, data analytics, or business intelligence functions
• Deep understanding of insurance processes, regulatory requirements, and financial reporting in an enterprise environment
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and methodologies, including Agile, SQL, Power BI, and process modeling
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to translate business needs into actionable training recommendations
• Excellent communication and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct a thorough analysis of existing business analyst job roles within the insurance industry, focusing on business systems analysis and reporting functions
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including HR, hiring managers, and senior business analysts, to identify critical skills, competencies, and industry-specific knowledge gaps
• Evaluate current training programs and recommend enhancements or new learning pathways aligned with best practices in business analysis, Agile methodologies, data analytics, and insurance technology
• Develop a framework for structured learning programs, including curriculum recommendations, learning outcomes, and suggested training delivery formats (e.g., instructor-led, e-learning, hands-on labs)
• Identify tools, technologies, and methodologies (e.g., SQL, Power BI, SAP, Agile frameworks) that should be incorporated into training to ensure analysts are prepared for real-world applications
• Provide insights on industry trends, compliance considerations, and evolving skill demands in the insurance sector
• Support the design of upskilling and reskilling initiatives for business analysts transitioning from other roles within the organization
• Create assessment criteria to measure training effectiveness and knowledge retention

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud-based data analytics platforms (Databricks, Azure, AWS)
• UAT/User Acceptance Testing
• IIBA®- CBDA certification
• Understanding of SAP BW, SAP FICO, or financial systems used in insurance operations

Benefits

• Remote work
• $85.00 - $100.00 per hour, W2 only