
Job Information
Kemper Business Systems Analyst in Chicago, Illinois
Location(s)
Alpharetta, Georgia, Birmingham, Alabama, Chicago, Illinois, Dallas, Texas, Jacksonville, Florida
Details
Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.
The Business Systems Analyst participates in the analysis of business requirements, documents system workflows and use cases and identifies opportunities for process improvements and recommendations. Prepares materials in advance of meetings (e.g., design sessions, testing sessions), facilitates meetings and documents meeting minutes.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Serve as a Business Systems Analyst across projects
Participate in the analysis of business requirements
Document system workflows and use cases. Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommendations
Develop functional design documents and align with technical design documents
Outline high level application testing
Preparation of materials in advance of meetings (e.g., design sessions, testing sessions), facilitates meetings and documents meeting minutes
Maintains knowledge of business functionality and technical platforms as the business climate and technology platforms evolve
Performs procedural duties within standardized practices, where applicable
Complies with and supports all corporate, department and security policies and procedures
Experienced specialist with the ability to develop and execute test plans
Develops and executes manual and automated test plans/cases to ensure systems are working per detailed requirements
Delivers within tight deadlines
Experience writing and executing basic SQL to retrieve data from database
Performs other related duties as required or requested
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
5+ years of Business Systems Analyst experience
Experience with AWS, XML, JSON, JIRA, Confluence, HP ALM, ServiceNow, Postman
Knowledge of project management standards, processes, procedures and guidelines
Must be well organized, detail oriented, able to multi-task, and reliable
Must have effective written and verbal communications skills
Strong computer/software skills (Microsoft Office)
Delivers high quality deliverables on time
Clear and concise communication with coworkers
Needs tactical guidance of work and deliverables
Strong problem-solving skills
Occasional travel required
Strong Knowledge of Auto Insurance Rating and how to calculate premiums
Delivers within tight deadlines
This position works at a local Kemper office with remote work days included.
The range for this position is $86,200 to $143,600. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors. This job is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and Kemper benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.)
Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination.
Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it.
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Kemper at a Glance
The Kemper family of companies is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. With approximately $13 billion in assets, Kemper is improving the world of insurance by providing affordable and easy-to-use personalized solutions to individuals, families and businesses through its Kemper Auto and Kemper Life brands. Kemper serves over 4.8 million policies, is represented by approximately 22,200 agents and brokers, and has approximately 7,500 associates dedicated to meeting the ever-changing needs of its customers. Learn more at Kemper.com .
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We value diversity and strive to be an employer of choice. An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V
Our employees enjoy great benefits:
• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.