At The Standard, you'll join a team focused on putting our customers first.
Our continued success is driven by a high-performance culture. We're looking for people who are collaborative, accountable, creative, agile and are driven by a passion for doing what's right – across the company and in our local communities.
We offer a caring culture where you can make a real difference, every day.
Ready to reach your highest potential? Let's work together.
Job Summary
Perform business analysis on all aspects of technology and business improvement projects, focusing on stakeholder analysis, requirement development and management, and Acceptance testing.
Assist and/or lead identification and clarification of innovative business solutions related to divisional strategic goals, in alignment with corporate strategy.
Utilize appropriate analysis tools and techniques to deliver cost effective solutions which meet business needs and improve efficiencies.
Participate in developing both the Business Analysis Practice and Business Analysis Framework to support definition and delivery of business value, including the writing, and updating of Business Case documents.
Assess and document business value propositions and maintain a focus on the value proposition throughout the execution of each business improvement project.
Foster partnerships with customers and business partners in various areas of ISG, Shared Services, and the other divisions of The Standard to both ensure their needs as stakeholders are identified and represented and encourage improved business analysis practices.
Skills and Background You'll Need
A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in providing business analysis in employee benefits, financial services, technology delivery, or other related fields.
Requires demonstrated expertise in Business Analysis that has been gained via a combination of formal education, certification processes, and/or practical experience.
Requires thorough knowledge of business practices with a full understanding of Standard's group products, procedures, reference materials and resources, and risk elements.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business or a related field - PREFERRED
Achievement of or progress toward: Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI), Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or Certification of Competency in Business Analysis (CCBA) – PREFERRED
Project Management Professional (PMP), certification in Process or Performance Management, or certification in Quality Assurance/Testing - PREFERRED
Highly encouraged: Membership in local business analysis association.
Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate
Is considered an expert in their professional field with in-depth knowledge in one or more specialty areas and is able to effectively apply creative analysis and problem solving skills to draft customized complex contract documents.
Is able to successfully lead or direct the customer through a contract review during implementation of complex policy opportunities and offerings, by expressing ideas clearly both verbally and in writing.
Is able to express leadership to model expected behaviors, project and process leadership, and provide mentoring and training for colleagues with less experience.
Why Join the Standard?
We have built an enduring legacy of stability, innovation and financial strength thanks to the contributions of the talented, creative and compassionate people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:
A rich benefits package including a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
An annual incentive bonus plan
Generous paid time off
A supportive and responsive management approach
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Paid time off to volunteer
An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools
Much more!
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Please note - the salary range for this role is listed below. In addition to salary, our package includes incentive plan participation and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits, as well as an initial PTO accrual of 164 hours per year. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays and 2 wellness days per year.
Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on various factors, including individual and organizational performance.
Salary Range:
$104,750.00 - $178,000.00
Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.
Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Equities, Inc. and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. The Standard offers a drug and alcohol free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on Standard property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation, employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.
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