Business Systems Analyst

Description

Company Description:

Aspida is a tech-driven, nimble insurance carrier. Backed by Ares Management Corporation, a leading global alternative asset manager, we offer simple and secure retirement solutions and annuity products with speed and precision. More than that, we’re in the business of protecting dreams; those of our partners, our producers, and especially our clients. Our suite of products, available through our elegant and intuitive digital platform, focuses on secure, stable retirement solutions with attractive features and downside protection. A subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) acts as the dedicated investment manager, capital solutions and corporate development partner to Aspida.  For more information, please visit www.aspida.com or follow them on LinkedIn. 

Who We Are:

Sometimes, a group of people come together and create something amazing. They don’t let egos get in the way. They don’t settle for the status quo, and they don’t complain when things get tough. Instead, they see a common vision for the future and each person makes an unspoken commitment to building that future together. That’s the culture, the moxie, and the story of Aspida.

Our business focuses on annuities and life insurance. At first, it might not sound flashy, but that’s why we’re doing things differently than everyone else in our industry. We’re dedicated to developing data-driven tech solutions, providing amazing customer experiences, and applying an entrepreneurial spirit to everything we do. Our work ethic is built on three main tenets: Get $#!+ Done, Do It with Moxie, and Have Fun. If this sounds like the place for you, read on, and then apply at aspida.com/careers.

What We Are Looking For:

We’re looking for a highly skilled, proficient problem-solver who will collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners and users to translate business requests into specifications that assist the design, development, and testing of a complex software application. This role reports to the Senior Business Solutions Architect and is required to be onsite 3 days a week at our Durham, NC headquarters. 

What You Will Do:

• The Business Systems Analyst analyzes user’s requirements and high-level system architectures to develop system requirement specifications 
• The position is responsible for collaborating with business and product teams to capture and translate requests into system      specifications in the form of user stories, epics, and development tasks 
• Participates in the software development lifecycle – working alongside software engineers to ensure the software solution meets business goals and objectives 
• Acts as a liaison between other project and program areas to coordinate interdependencies and resolve issues 
• Facilitating the complex process of understanding business needs and establishing an understanding of how technology solutions may meet those needs 

What We Provide:

· Salaried, DOE

· Full-Time

· Full Benefits Package Available

What We Believe:

Not sure if you meet every qualification? We still encourage you to apply! We value inclusivity, welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds, including non-traditional paths. Unique experiences enrich our team, and the willingness to dream big makes you an exceptional candidate!

At Aspida Financial Services, LLC, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, Aspida does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items. 

Requirements

What We Require:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3 or more years of experience as a business analyst or business systems analyst, preferably within financial services or      insurance industry
• Excels in working across multiple stakeholder groups to translate goals and objectives into delivery strategies and system      specifications 
• Adept at creating system specification documentation to lead software design activities 
• St