Guardian Life Insurance

Business Intelligence Analyst III

Guardian Life Insurance • $68K — $113K *
Bethlehem, PA 18017In-Person
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in business intelligence and analytics work
  • Strong proficiency in SQL for complex data manipulation
  • Familiarity with BI tools and data visualization principles
  • Proven ability to translate business needs into analytical solutions
  • Experience leading BI projects and managing team priorities
  • Ability to communicate complex data insights to diverse audiences
  • Experience mentoring team members in BI practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead BI workstreams and deliver actionable reporting and analytics
  • Design visualizations that enhance data storytelling
  • Train end users and mentor internal teams on BI tools
  • Analyze data to identify trends and business insights
  • Establish and maintain reporting and development standards
  • Collaborate with IT and stakeholders on BI solution design
  • Research and evaluate new BI technologies for enhanced analytics capabilities.

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility
  • Health benefits including Covid-19 vaccination requirement
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
  • Involvement in cross-functional reporting initiatives
  • Potential for recognition and influence in BI best practices.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Level III Business Intelligence Analyst is responsible for leading business intelligence workstreams, translating business needs into data-driven solutions, and delivering accurate, reliable, and actionable reporting and analytics. This role partners closely with business and technology stakeholders to gather requirements, design BI solutions, establish standards, support data quality, and help business partners use information to identify trends, patterns, risks, and opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create visualizations that support quick consumption, collaboration, exploration, transparency, and storytelling with information.
  • Train end users on reports, dashboards, patterns, and anomalies, and mentor internal team members on processes, policies, procedures, and BI practices.
  • Analyze business problems, develop models, and provide insights that help explain trends, patterns, anomalies, and business performance.
  • Recommend key performance indicators for multiple business units and explain how metrics are calculated and used.
  • Lead BI project workstreams, including requirements gathering, scope development, technical design, development, testing, and delivery.
  • Create and maintain templates, development standards, reporting standards, and visualization standards for team use.
  • Partner with IT and business stakeholders to design BI solutions that support operational decision-making and business strategy.
  • Develop and optimize complex SQL queries using views, stored procedures, table-valued functions, subqueries, indexing concepts, execution plans, and multiple databases.
  • Apply deep knowledge of relevant databases, data structures, and business data sources to deliver accurate and trusted reporting products.
  • Influence business partners on BI best practices, report design, data interpretation, and prioritization of work.
  • Lead testing scenario creation and execution, audit work for accuracy, and ensure delivered products meet high data quality standards.
  • Research new BI technologies, interface with vendors, participate in vendor evaluations, and recommend tools or approaches that improve analytics capabilities.


Required Qualifications
  • Experience developing, maintaining, and improving business intelligence reports, dashboards, metrics, and analytical solutions.
  • Strong SQL skills, including experience with complex queries, database objects, functions, joins, indexing concepts, and performance considerations.
  • Deep understanding of BI tools, reporting functionality, data visualization principles, and how business users consume analytics.
  • Ability to gather and translate business requirements into clear technical and analytical deliverables.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead internal workstreams, manage multiple priorities, and influence stakeholders on sequencing and prioritization.
  • Experience validating data, creating test scenarios, executing test plans, and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
  • Ability to identify patterns, trends, correlations, anomalies, and business implications from complex data.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain metrics, findings, recommendations, and data limitations to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Experience mentoring peers or team members on BI processes, reporting standards, data interpretation, or tool usage.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting multiple business units or cross-functional reporting initiatives.
  • Experience with BI platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar visualization and dashboarding tools.
  • Experience with Data Blending tools such as Alteryx, DataIku, Informatica, Snaplogic, or similar.
  • Experience researching, evaluating, or recommending new reporting, analytics, or data technology capabilities.
  • Understanding of data security processes, dashboard access, database access, and related ticketing or access request workflows.
  • Familiarity with advanced analytics concepts and how predictive or prescriptive analytics can support business decision-making.

Core Competencies
  • Technical proficiency in SQL, BI tools, reporting standards, data validation, and dashboard development.
  • Business acumen with the ability to recommend KPIs, understand business unit needs, and connect analysis to strategic priorities.
  • Analytical thinking with the ability to research business problems, create models, and deliver meaningful insights.
  • Process improvement mindset with the ability to create standards, lead internal workstreams, and improve reporting practices.
  • Stakeholder influence with the ability to guide business partners on best practices, prioritization, and effective use of data.
  • Mentorship and knowledge sharing to strengthen team capability and promote consistent BI practices.


Location Vaccination Requirements:

  • The primary location for this position is remote.
  • Covid 19 vaccinations required for this position.


Travel
  • up to 10% Travel within the US.


Salary Range:

$68,970.00 - $113,310.00

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

About Guardian Life Insurance

Guardian Life Insurance Careers

Join the Guardian Life Insurance team today and be part of a company that values growth, leadership, and innovation. As a leading provider in the insurance industry, Guardian Life Insurance offers a wealth of job opportunities that empower you to shape your future and strengthen your professional skills. Work You’ll Do At Guardian Life Insurance, you’ll collaborate with a diverse team of experts dedicated to providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to our clients. Our culture thrives on inclusivity and the shared ambition of our team members to drive positive change in the insurance sector. Explore a variety of career paths in areas ranging from customer service to financial advisement, each offering the potential to engage with transformative projects that impact lives. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, designed to enhance your skills and advance your career. Innovative Work Guardian Life Insurance is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology and personalized service. Join us and contribute to initiatives that redefine industry standards and lead to more predictive and personalized customer experiences. Be Part of a Great Team Our team at Guardian Life Insurance is our strongest asset. We foster an environment where creativity and effectiveness are encouraged, making it a perfect place for those who seek to innovate and excel in their careers. With a focus on nurturing talent, we offer comprehensive benefits, competitive salaries, and a supportive atmosphere that advocates work-life balance. Future-Proof Your Career With Guardian Life Insurance, your career is future-proof. Dive into a range of employment opportunities that not only align with your current skills but also challenge you to grow and expand your capabilities. Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or even leadership roles, Guardian Life Insurance is committed to helping you find the right path. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities waiting for you at Guardian Life Insurance. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are passionate, driven, and ready to contribute to our mission. Search open positions that match your skills and interests, and take the first step towards a rewarding career with us. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest career tips, industry insights, and company news—all from the professionals who make Guardian Life Insurance a leader in the insurance industry. Our careers blog provides valuable information to help you prepare for your next interview, polish your resume, and enhance your networking abilities. Job Alert Emails Customize your experience by subscribing to job alerts and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Guardian Life Insurance, and see how you can contribute to our legacy of excellence and innovation. Join Guardian Life Insurance today and be part of a company that’s dedicated to your career growth and professional development.
Learn more about Guardian Life Insurance
Size
9,000 employees
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Founded
1860
* Ladders Estimates

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