Job Description

The role of a Business Support Analyst III is to help deliver contracted Business-As-Usual support services typically adhering to ITIL v4 framework of ITIL v4 framework of Service Operations, Service Transition and Continuous Service Improvement.


A Business Support Analyst III is someone who has more than 5 years of experience in IT development and/or support disciplines who provides an exemplary support services to VSBS highly valued clients putting the client's needs at the forefront of everything VSBS does. Persons filling this role will generally be expected to become an expert in a specific business area or product area and will be able to lead others, command control of complex situations and use general experience to drive problems and client requirements delivery to and efficient and effective closure. Persons filling this role will also be expected to help ensure the general department capabilities are constantly being augmented and developed.



Have a detailed understanding (including the rationale and benefits) of & be proficient in executing and adhering to department processes Drive service improvements, department skill levels, operational efficiency initiatives and client results upwards, including process definition, documentation and deployment to the rest of the department Leading a team (not line management) in investigating and resolving complex application and system issues across multiple products Through IT Service Management tooling to collect information relating to client requirements pertaining to incidents and service requests Escalating/engaging with Technical Support, development and service delivery management teams as required Have expert knowledge of the business processes and associated products which Sequel sells to help clients deliver their business processes Ensure that Sequel maintains accurate understanding of customer's business and operational environment Creating and managing product knowledge and help centre articles to support both business and technical understanding Prioritising issues according to business impact and workload, and escalating within the Business Support team as needed Manage time optimally to ensure contract service level agreements and client expectations are managed and met for individual and department demands Attend regular client meetings and engage with key stakeholders in projects and client support teams Providing detailed levels of training as needed internally and externally Visit client offices, and work remotely alongside clients as needed according to demands and any upgrades/periods of increased risk Lead Service transition initiatives ensuring readiness for projects moving to BAU Ensure that any risks are raised with senior management or via standard process Ensure that client's data is secure and properly managed

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Essential

A formal tertiary qualification, preferably a completed degree in computer science, business information systems or similar Acquired experience (3+ years) within a customer-facing software support role Able to communicate effectively with both customers (technical and non-technical) and internal stakeholders Strong problem-solving skills - demonstrate ability to investigate and resolve a variety of software issues; from business process focused to more technical and database issues Expertise in a business area or Sequel product domain Affinity for working with complex software products Leadership of others to deliver problem solving solutions Ability to prioritise and resolve issues to high standards Strong understanding of risk management, workload management and governance & control Confidence to lead from the front and engage with staff across the organisation as required Good grasp of general IT development and delivery disciplines Detailed understanding of relational databases and server architecture and a proficient ability to write SQL queries
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Desirable

Experience working in the insurance industry (especially London Market - Underwriting and/or Broking) Acquired 5+ years of experience within a customer-facing software support role Strong levels of SQL database query writing Understanding of SQL Server Management Studio / SQL Server Profiler Exposure to web technologies - IIS / CSS / XML / JavaScript Lean 6 Sigma yellow belt

For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster.


At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed.


For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for outstanding workplace culture in the US, fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and second consecutive year in Poland. We value learning, caring and results and make inclusivity and diversity a top priority. In addition to our Great Place to Work Certification, we've been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbes as a World's Best Employer and Best Employer for Women, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture.


We're 7,000 people strong. We relentlessly and ethically pursue innovation. And we are looking for people like you to help us translate big data into big ideas. Join us and create an exceptional experience for yourself and a better tomorrow for future generations.

Verisk Businesses

Underwriting Solutions -- provides underwriting and rating solutions for auto and property, general liability, and excess and surplus to assess and price risk with speed and precision


Claims Solutions -- supports end-to-end claims handling with analytic and automation tools that streamline workflow, improve claims management, and support better customer experiences


Property Estimating Solutions -- offers property estimation software and tools for professionals in estimating all phases of building and repair to make day-to-day workflows the most efficient


Extreme Event Solutions -- provides risk modeling solutions to help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to extreme events.


Specialty Business Solutions -- provides an integrated suite of software for full end-to-end management of insurance and reinsurance business, helping companies manage their businesses through efficiency, flexibility, and data governance


Marketing Solutions -- delivers data and insights to improve the reach, timing, relevance, and compliance of every consumer engagement


Life Insurance Solutions - offers end-to-end, data insight-driven core capabilities for carriers, distribution, and direct customers across the entire policy lifecycle of life and annuities for both individual and group.


Verisk Maplecroft -- provides intelligence on sustainability, resilience, and ESG, helping people, business, and societies become stronger


Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.


All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability. Verisk's minimum hiring age is 18 except in countries with a higher age limit subject to applicable law.


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