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HDI Global SE . HDI Global Insurance Company is a commercial property and casualty insurer headquartered in Chicago, IL. We are a wholly owned subsidiary of HDI Global SE, which manages the industrial lines division of the Talanx Group. Our broad and flexible portfolio of products and services combined with our international network of local insurers in more than 150 countries provides us the ability to offer a wide range of domestic and global insurance solutions for U.S. based multinational companies. Key Responsibilities
Requirements Gathering: Work with business stakeholders to elicit, document, and analyze business requirements for Guidewire implementations and enhancements. Business Process Analysis: Analyze and document current business processes and workflows, identifying areas for improvement or automation using Guidewire solutions. Solution Design: Collaborate with technical teams, architects, and developers to define functional requirements and support the design of system solutions that meet business needs. Customization & Configuration: Provide input into the configuration and customization of Guidewire PolicyCenter to meet business requirements. Collaborate with the technical team on designing solutions that minimize customization. Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between business stakeholders and the IT team, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle. Testing & Validation: Assist in test planning, test case creation, and testing activities. Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and validate that system configurations meet business needs. Change Management: Help with the preparation of training materials and conduct training sessions to ensure users are effectively trained on the Guidewire systems. Continuous Improvement: Provide ongoing support post-implementation to ensure systems continue to meet business needs. Identify and recommend process improvements and system enhancements. Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation, including business requirements, functional specifications, use cases, user stories, and process flows. Qualifications
3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst working with Guidewire PolicyCenter. Experience in gathering and documenting business requirements for insurance systems or software. Strong understanding of the policy administration process (underwriting, policy issuance, endorsements, renewals, cancellations). Experience with the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) including requirements gathering, design, testing, and deployment. Expertise in business analysis techniques, such as use case modeling, user stories, business process mapping, and gap analysis. Ability to understand and translate business requirements into technical solutions. Proficient in writing functional specifications and other documentation. Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) preferred. Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of insurance processes and workflows (e.g., underwriting, policy administration, billing, claims management). Tools: Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), JIRA, Confluence, and other business analysis or project management tools. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications
Guidewire Certified Professional (PolicyCenter). Knowledge of cloud-based Guidewire implementations (Guidewire Cloud). Experience with Agile frameworks, particularly in an insurance industry setting. Familiarity with SQL or other querying tools to analyze data. Ability to read and understand technical documents, including XML and web services. Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $70,000-$95,000 plus eligibility for a performance-based annual bonus. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors including experience, education, and location. Benefits
401(k) with company match Paid Time Off Sick Leave Medical, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Telemedicine Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Dental Vision Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Dependent Care FSA Group and Voluntary Life Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Pet Insurance Transit and Parking benefits Compliance Notice
Attention California Applicants: Click here to read HDI's California Personnel Privacy Notice Equal Opportunity Employer
HDI Global Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Additional Information
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. HDI Global Insurance Company does not sponsor employment visas. Recruitment Agencies: All resumes submitted without prior HR authorization will be considered unsolicited. HDI Global Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
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Guidewire Business Analyst
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HDI Global SE . HDI Global Insurance Company is a commercial property and casualty insurer headquartered in Chicago, IL. We are a wholly owned subsidiary of HDI Global SE, which manages the industrial lines division of the Talanx Group. Our broad and flexible portfolio of products and services combined with our international network of local insurers in more than 150 countries provides us the ability to offer a wide range of domestic and global insurance solutions for U.S. based multinational companies. Key Responsibilities
Requirements Gathering: Work with business stakeholders to elicit, document, and analyze business requirements for Guidewire implementations and enhancements. Business Process Analysis: Analyze and document current business processes and workflows, identifying areas for improvement or automation using Guidewire solutions. Solution Design: Collaborate with technical teams, architects, and developers to define functional requirements and support the design of system solutions that meet business needs. Customization & Configuration: Provide input into the configuration and customization of Guidewire PolicyCenter to meet business requirements. Collaborate with the technical team on designing solutions that minimize customization. Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between business stakeholders and the IT team, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle. Testing & Validation: Assist in test planning, test case creation, and testing activities. Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and validate that system configurations meet business needs. Change Management: Help with the preparation of training materials and conduct training sessions to ensure users are effectively trained on the Guidewire systems. Continuous Improvement: Provide ongoing support post-implementation to ensure systems continue to meet business needs. Identify and recommend process improvements and system enhancements. Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation, including business requirements, functional specifications, use cases, user stories, and process flows. Qualifications
3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst working with Guidewire PolicyCenter. Experience in gathering and documenting business requirements for insurance systems or software. Strong understanding of the policy administration process (underwriting, policy issuance, endorsements, renewals, cancellations). Experience with the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) including requirements gathering, design, testing, and deployment. Expertise in business analysis techniques, such as use case modeling, user stories, business process mapping, and gap analysis. Ability to understand and translate business requirements into technical solutions. Proficient in writing functional specifications and other documentation. Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) preferred. Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of insurance processes and workflows (e.g., underwriting, policy administration, billing, claims management). Tools: Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), JIRA, Confluence, and other business analysis or project management tools. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications
Guidewire Certified Professional (PolicyCenter). Knowledge of cloud-based Guidewire implementations (Guidewire Cloud). Experience with Agile frameworks, particularly in an insurance industry setting. Familiarity with SQL or other querying tools to analyze data. Ability to read and understand technical documents, including XML and web services. Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $70,000-$95,000 plus eligibility for a performance-based annual bonus. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors including experience, education, and location. Benefits
401(k) with company match Paid Time Off Sick Leave Medical, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Telemedicine Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Dental Vision Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Dependent Care FSA Group and Voluntary Life Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Pet Insurance Transit and Parking benefits Compliance Notice
Attention California Applicants: Click here to read HDI's California Personnel Privacy Notice Equal Opportunity Employer
HDI Global Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Additional Information
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. HDI Global Insurance Company does not sponsor employment visas. Recruitment Agencies: All resumes submitted without prior HR authorization will be considered unsolicited. HDI Global Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
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