Senior Data Analyst

Ryan Specialty•Chicago, IL

About The Position

We are looking for a contract Senior Data Analyst to join a project that is projected to run through the end of the year. In this role, you will be responsible for analytic data needs, handling complex data projects. What will your job entail? This is a contract/temporary role that will be tentatively running through the remainder of this year

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Analytics, Data Science, Information Systems, Business, Statistics) or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum of 2+ years of experience in data analysis, statistical analysis, IT analytics, data warehouse, or ETL-related work.
Experience supporting or leading data-related projects or system implementations.
Hands-on experience building dashboards and data visualizations using SQL-based datasets.
Proficiency in at least one coding language such as Python or R .
Experience analyzing underwriting or insurance-related data strongly preferred.
SQL (advanced querying, joins, aggregations)
Data Warehousing & ETL Pipelines
Data Modeling & Data Governance
Business Intelligence & Analytics
Data Visualization & Dashboard Development
Power BI
Tableau
Ad Hoc & Automated Reporting
Coding (Python, R)
Analytical and critical thinking
Strong problem-solving skills
Clear and effective communication (technical and non-technical audiences)
Time management and ability to prioritize multiple workstreams
Organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Customer-focused mindset and stakeholder collaboration

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300) – preferred
Tableau Certified Data Analyst – preferred

Responsibilities

Analyze, extract, transform, and reconcile large, complex datasets across multiple internal systems and external data sources.
Provide analytical support for operational areas including claims, policy, client, and underwriting data.
Identify trends, anomalies, risks, and improvement opportunities through data analysis; clearly communicate findings and recommended actions to leadership.
Develop, maintain, and automate recurring and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and management deliverables.
Model and analyze data using SQL, Excel, Access, and enterprise data warehouse tools.
Build and maintain data visualizations and dashboards using tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
Perform data quality audits and validation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with federal and state reporting requirements.
Support data systems as a functional administrator, including testing, evaluating, and implementing new system releases and enhancements.
Participate in project implementations, including requirements gathering, testing, and deployment support.
Mentor and train junior Data Analysts on tools, reporting standards, and best practices.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals.
In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.
For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/.
We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law.

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