Business Analyst – Integrations

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For over 50 years, AmeriLife has been a leader in the development, marketing and distribution of annuity, life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement.

Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents, marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and experienced business analyst (BA) to join the AmeriLife integrations team. This team is part of our Enterprise Data & Analytics (EDA) team, supporting strategic decision-making through data collection, management, integration, and reporting. The role involves close collaboration with corporate and affiliate stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable requirements for development teams. Success in this role requires curiosity, problem-solving skills, and a customer-focused mindset.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong stakeholder relationships to understand data/reporting needs.
• Lead requirements gathering sessions and document business needs (BRDs or user stories).
• Create visual aids (e.g., mockups) to clarify requirements.
• Facilitate review and approval of documentation with stakeholders and development teams.
• Collaborate across IT teams to support initiatives.
• Develop technical knowledge to anticipate development needs.
• Ensure quality of delivered solutions through requirement reviews.
• Manage user acceptance testing and business reviews.
• Monitor backlog and support requests to maintain timely delivery.
• Create user guides to support adoption of delivered capabilities.
• Document and follow data definitions, lineage, and data quality rules for every initiative.
• Define and track measurable outcomes tied to business value, time to insight, and user adoption.
• Capture and validate non-functional requirements: performance, usability, privacy, and compliance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience as a BA in data/reporting roles.
• Experience documenting system-to-system integration requirements, including technical dependencies.
• Knowledge of API documentation to capture endpoints, authentication, and data mapping needs.
• Experience documenting data transformations, validations, and error-handling scenarios to support reliable data exchange.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset and team-oriented approach.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or insurance industries.
• Familiarity with process flow tools (e.g., Visio).
• Experience with reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Knowledge of agile/project management tools (e.g., Jira).
• Data manipulation skills (SQL, Excel).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMI-PBA, CBAP, CSPO).
• Project management experience (RAID logs, MS Project).

Salary Range: $75,000 to $95,000

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

What AmeriLife Offers

A comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO, medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, disability insurance, and life insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace where all employees can thrive.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

We are committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable state and local disability laws. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Requests for accommodation will be handled confidentially. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected].

Pay Transparency Statement

We are committed to pay transparency and equity, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Compensation for this role will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and market factors. Where required by law, the pay range for this position will be disclosed in the job posting or provided upon request. Additional compensation information, such as benefits, bonuses, and commissions, will be provided as required by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant, as protected under applicable law. Pay ranges are available upon request.

Background Screening Statement

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, which may include employment verification, education verification, criminal history check, and other job-related inquiries, as permitted by law. All screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, and information collected will be kept confidential. If any adverse decision is made based on the results, applicants will be notified and given an opportunity to respond.