Strategic Business Planning Specialist - Hybrid

We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.* Assist with business case development through the collaboration with key stakeholders to articulate business needs in project terms* Perform a critical business analysis during project execution by:* Develop and update strategic planning templates and communications.* Update assigned strategic dashboards/tracking mechanisms.* Coordinate with peers across the organization to continuously improve processes, documentation, communication, etc.* Network with colleagues across business and technology to enhance business knowledge* Assist with escalated issues on priorities, goals, strategies, resources and key initiatives.* Prepare presentations for delivery to specific audiences.* Leading / creating business requirements* Completing current state and future state process flows* Providing input for processes, training , communication* Developing UAT test strategy plan* Developing and facilitating the execution of UAT test scripts* Coordinating with QA/IT partners* Monitoring and ensuring the resolution of defects through warranty period* Bachelor’s degree in a business field or equivalent experience* Two years of strategic planning experience in a similar environment or in a planning/consultant role* Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization to influence others towards strategic goals* Analytical and problem solving skills to plan strategy, tactics, and perform root-cause analysis* Familiarity with project management tools, lifecycles, etc.* Proficiency using MS Office tools* Insurance/financial services experience* Knowledge of LEAN Six Sigma methodology* The Salary for this position generally ranges between $62,500 - $75,000 annually. ***Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including***qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.* Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.* Pension Plan* 401k Match* Employee Stock Purchase Plan* Tuition Reimbursement* Disability Insurance* Medical Insurance* Dental Insurance* Vision Insurance* Employee Discounts* Career Training & Development Opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr