Business Analyst

About The Role

As a Business Analyst at Swiss Re, you'll collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to understand their requirements and develop and deliver data-driven insights that solve real business challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements into effective data mapping solutions
• Develop sophisticated data transformation processes using ETL, Python, SQL, and other tools to deliver high-quality data for Life & Health stakeholders
• Design and execute test cases to validate data transformations, resolving discrepancies to ensure data integrity
• Perform rigorous data quality checks to ensure reliable data ingestion and consumption
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends and support strategic business decisions
• Recommend and implement solutions for business challenges, including process improvements, system enhancements, or user training
• Serve as a liaison between business stakeholders and data experts, leading data-driven projects
• Conduct ad hoc analyses to address specific business questions or support new initiatives
• Collaborate with peers to apply advanced analytics and automate smart business decisions

About The Team

Our innovative Data Management & Insights team is passionate about transforming data into actionable insights that drive business excellence. Our mission is to make data accessible and valuable by systematically acquiring, ingesting, and analyzing client data. We thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact through data-driven solutions.

About You

You're a data enthusiast with strong analytical skills and a talent for translating complex information into clear insights. You enjoy solving problems and working collaboratively with stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver value. You're comfortable navigating ambiguity and have a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Strong skills in data mapping, ETL processing, and data integration
• Proficiency in SQL and Python, with experience working with relational databases
• Experience working with large volumes of structured and unstructured data
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data and insights clearly to stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Experience with large language models (LLMs) and AI-assisted analytics for insight generation
• Data visualization skills and experience with tools like Tableau or Power BI
• Knowledge of Life & Health Reinsurance
• Experience with agile methodologies and project management

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.

Key skills/competency

• Data Analysis
• Business Requirements
• ETL
• Python
• SQL
• Data Mapping
• Data Quality
• Stakeholder Management
• Data Transformation
• Analytical Skills