Business Analyst
James Search Group · New York, NY
- On site
- Contract
- $104,000 / year
- New York, NY
Job highlights
- Business Analyst role supporting AI/ML model development.
- Translate business needs into technical requirements.
- Gather, document, and refine user stories.
- Hybrid work in Manhattan, NYC.
- Contract-to-hire with competitive hourly rate.
About the role
Business Analyst AI Team
James Search Group is partnering with a leading global P&C insurance carrier to hire a Business Analyst to support a cutting-edge AI function focused on developing next-generation models and agentic AI solutions. This is a 2–4 year experience level role, ideal for someone looking to grow at the intersection of business, data, and AI engineering.
What you’ll do:
- Partner with AI engineers and data scientists to translate business needs into technical requirements
- Support development of AI/ML models and emerging agentic AI solutions
- Gather, document, and refine requirements, user stories, and workflows
- Assist in testing, validation, and continuous improvement of AI-driven products
- Work closely with stakeholders across business and technology
What we’re looking for:
- 2–4 years of experience as a Business Analyst (ideally in data, analytics, or AI environments)
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Exposure to AI/ML concepts, data platforms, or analytics tools
- Agile/Scrum experience preferred
- P&C Insurance domain experience preferred
Location & Structure:
Hybrid – Manhattan, NYC. Structure: 6-month contract with potential full-time conversion. Hourly Rate: $50 – $60 per hour, depending on experience.
This is a great opportunity to break into a high-impact AI team within a major insurance platform. Interested or know someone who might be a fit? Reach out directly.
Key skills/competency:
- Business Analyst
- AI Team
- Data Science
- Machine Learning
- Agentic AI
- Requirements Gathering
- User Stories
- Agile Scrum
- Stakeholder Management
- P&C Insurance
Skills & topics
- Business Analyst
- AI
- Machine Learning
- Data Science
- P&C Insurance
- Agile
- Scrum
- Requirements Gathering
- User Stories
- Stakeholder Management
- NYC
- Hybrid
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight AI/ML exposure and P&C insurance experience.
- Craft a strong cover letter: Emphasize your communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with Agile/Scrum and translating business needs.
- Network proactively: Reach out directly to the hiring team at James Search Group.
Technical preparation
Review AI/ML concepts and terminology.,Practice translating business problems into requirements.,Familiarize yourself with Agile/Scrum ceremonies.,Understand P&C insurance domain basics.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex project you managed.,How do you handle conflicting stakeholder needs?,Tell me about a time you learned a new technology.,How do you ensure requirement clarity?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical career path for a Business Analyst at James Search Group?
- James Search Group often places Business Analysts on contract-to-hire roles within client organizations. This specific position offers a potential full-time conversion after a 6-month contract, providing a pathway to long-term engagement within a cutting-edge AI team.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Business Analyst role at James Search Group?
- The Business Analyst will partner with AI engineers and data scientists to define technical requirements for AI/ML models and agentic AI solutions, gather user stories, and assist in testing and validation of AI-driven products.
- What experience is required for the Business Analyst position with James Search Group?
- The role requires 2-4 years of experience as a Business Analyst, ideally with exposure to data, analytics, or AI environments. Experience with Agile/Scrum and P&C insurance is preferred.
- What is the work arrangement for this Business Analyst job?
- This is a hybrid role located in Manhattan, NYC, requiring some in-office presence.
- How does James Search Group handle contract-to-hire roles?
- For this Business Analyst position, a 6-month contract is the initial phase, with a strong potential for full-time conversion based on performance and business needs.
- What technical skills are most important for this Business Analyst role?
- Key technical skills include translating business needs into technical requirements, understanding AI/ML concepts, data platforms, and analytics tools. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies is also important.
- Does James Search Group consider candidates without P&C insurance experience for this role?
- While P&C insurance domain experience is preferred, strong business analysis skills and exposure to AI/ML concepts can make candidates competitive. The role focuses on growing at the intersection of business, data, and AI engineering.