Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as aData Analyst! About the role As a Data Analyst, you will play a critical role in providing insights into the operational health of the business by leveraging data from various systems. This role involves gathering, analyzing, and reporting on data trends to support data-driven decision-making. Utilizing advanced business intelligence and analytics tools such as Power BI and Anaplan, you will identify patterns, generate insights, and develop key performance indicators (KPIs). The successful candidate will innovate in using existing and new data sources to produce enhanced metrics that drive actionable insights, ultimately improving Symetra's Financial Services operations. This position requires a blend of analytical prowess, technical skills, and a proactive approach to uncover opportunities for business improvement. What you'll do in this role
- Build a working understanding of Symetra products, its customers, data infrastructure, and Finance business goals.
- Identify opportunities and partners with key members of Finance Services to enhance quality of existing data elements and to digitize/collect new data sources that could improve decision making. You will also provide data modeling requirements for the data foundation needed in the formation of operational metrics.
- Operationalize compelling self-service dashboards and tools.
- Understand basic business performance, answers questions to drive business actions, and provides training on business intelligence reports.
- Engage in project work, leveraging data analytics and modeling to drive business advancements within the sales incentive compensation team.
What we offer you If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work. Cris H. - AVP Internal Sales, Training and Development Symetra is inclusive of all employees regardless of their personal differences. Darrell J. - Actuary III Symetra values learning. Symetra has so many resources - whether that is the Student of the Business courses, sponsorship of professional certifications, or just individual employees being so willing to teach and answer questions. Felicia D. - Financial Reporting Lead Senior Analyst Benefits and Perks We don't take a one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.
- Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
- Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
- Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
- Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits OverviewCompensation Salary Range: $75,300 - $125,600 plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program. Your education, skills and experience
- High School Diploma required.
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- 3+ years of experience with programming languages (e.g. SQL, Python, R), data platforms (e.g. Snowflake), and BI Reporting Tools (e.g. Power BI) is required.
- Anaplan modeling experience is also preferred.
- ETL development and understanding of data warehousing concepts, preferred.
- Experience in the financial services and/or insurance industry is preferred.
We empower inclusion. At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom. Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom. For more information about our careers visit: Work Authorization Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company. #LI-BW #REMOTE