Business Data Analyst - Insurance

domains such as risk location dataSupport the delivery of a single source of truth across the organisationContribute to project and transformation initiatives within a multi-year strategic programmeFacilitate workshops and stakeholder discussions to gain alignment on business requirements and data standardsChallenge existing assumptions and drive pragmatic, business-led solutions
Key Skills & ExperienceStrong Business Data Analyst experience within the insurance industryDeep understanding of insurance operations, business processes and data structuresStrong SQL skills with the ability to manipulate, interrogate and analyse dataExperience reviewing and understanding SQL code (engineering/development knowledge advantageous)Proven experience improving data quality, consistency and governance frameworksStrong experience defining business hierarchies, data definitions and ownership modelsExperience working with Policy Administration Systems (PAS)Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to navigate competing priorities and different versions of the truthExcellent analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skillsHands-on approach with the ability to work independently in ambiguous environmentsExperience working alongside Data Modellers and cross-functional teamsStrong communication and facilitation skillsAbility to drive outcomes within
large-scale transformation programmes
Preferred Experience and KnowledgeExperience working on enterprise-wide data transformation programmesStrong understanding of data governance principles and operating modelsExperience establishing a single source of truth across multiple business domainsExperience working within regulated insurance environmentsProven ability to lead through problems rather than predetermined solutionsExperience working on long-term strategic initiatives with multiple stakeholder groupsKnowledge of risk location data and insurance data domains is highly desirableFamiliarity with modern data platforms and data management practices

About Albany BeckAlbany Beck is a Management Consultancy focused on providing specialist talent and transformative solutions to Financial Services clients. We combine subject matter expertise with innovative delivery models that help clients scale efficiently, while offering meaningful, long-term career opportunities to our people. At Albany Beck, you'll be choosing to work with an organisation that's passionate about your learning journey and committed to your professional and personal development.
Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Business Data Analyst with strong insurance domain expertise to join a long-term data transformation programme supporting a leading insurance organisation.
This role will play a critical part in improving enterprise-wide data quality, consistency and ownership across the group. The successful candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, operations teams, data modellers and technology teams to resolve existing data deficiencies and establish a single, agreed view of business data.
The team is driving a multi-year data transformation programme focused on building a single source of truth and delivering business value through a new Snowflake platform. This is a highly operational role with a strong emphasis on data quality, governance and business alignment rather than cloud engineering.
We are looking for a hands-on problem solver who is comfortable working with ambiguity, challenging existing processes and leading discussions to establish clear data hierarchies, business definitions and ownership models across multiple stakeholders.
The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of insurance operations, data structures and SQL-based data analysis to support transformation initiatives and drive lasting improvements in data governance.
Key ResponsibilitiesDrive enterprise-wide data quality improvement initiatives across multiple business domainsDefine, document and align critical data hierarchies and business definitions across the organisationIdentify, analyse and resolve data inconsistencies across systems and processesWork closely with stakeholders to establish a single, agreed view of business dataInvestigate and remediate existing data deficiencies and break down interdependencies between systems and teamsAnalyse complex datasets using SQL to identify trends, issues and opportunities for improvementSupport data governance initiatives by defining ownership, accountability and standardsPartner with insurance operations teams to understand business processes and data flowsCollaborate with Data Modellers, Business SMEs and technology teams to support transformation activitiesResolve alignment issues across core insurance platforms, including Policy Administration Systems (PAS)Improve data consistency for critical