Senior Data & Analytics Specialist

Erie Insurance•Erie, PA

50d•Onsite

About The Position

Assesses information needs, designs studies, manages projects, analyzes results and presents key findings in support of business leaders. Plans and manages data and analytics projects of moderate to high complexity and impact to the business. This position is being reposted. This position is based out of our Corporate Office in Erie, PA. In this role, the incumbent will: Lead innovation initiatives by implementing solutions that leverage emerging technologies such as AI/ML, ChatGPT, RPA, and other automation tools to modernize Finance processes. Drive continuous process improvement by automating repetitive tasks, optimizing workflows, and identifying opportunities to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with Finance stakeholders to deeply understand business challenges, design data-driven solutions, and translate insights into actionable outcomes. Develop advanced analytics and automation assets using tools such as Excel (macros, VBA), Power Automate, SAS, Python, R, or similar technologies. Design and maintain reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to deliver timely insights and enable data-informed decision-making. Continuously monitor and optimize data and automation solutions to ensure accuracy, scalability, and business impact

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with five years of experience in research, analysis, strategic planning, financial analysis, information systems or related field; or
Associate degree and seven years of experience in research, analysis, strategic planning, financial analysis, information systems or related field; or
High school diploma or GED with nine years of experience in research, analysis, strategic planning, financial analysis, information systems or related field.
An understanding of analysis and research required.
Experience with dataset, programming, querying and reporting design required.
Advanced knowledge of SAS, SQL, SPSS, Python, R, or other related data analysis programs required.
Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and flow-charting software required.

Nice To Haves

Insurance industry experience preferred.
Experience developing, maintaining, and monitoring enterprise data governance policies and standards preferred.
Knowledge of statistical and financial analysis and quantitative techniques preferred.
Project management experience preferred.
Proficiency with research-specific, statistical report writing software preferred.

Responsibilities

Creates models and develops data warehouse programs of moderate to high complexity ensuring business needs are met, including understanding ERIE's demographics and potential opportunities. Analyzes metrics and supports audit of source data.
Partners with areas across the organization to define and implement research designs and quantitative techniques using high-level analytical tools. Serves as a liaison to internal and external suppliers of data and insights.
Supports the planning, development, modeling, implementation and reporting of all related data.
Applies knowledge of programming languages and software tools to prepare ad hoc and re-occurring reports. Analyzes the financial implications of business decisions and identifies approaches to resolve business problems. Monitors and reports on progress and results as requested.
Works with leaders and subject matter experts to identify short- and long-term data and analytics goals related to business objectives. Measures the effectiveness of the data and analytics strategies in driving performance improvement.
Analyzes current landscape and trends to assist in planning. Recommends changes to business strategies and tactics as appropriate.
Creates files that include topics related to the industry, competitors, products, service innovations and trends. Works with supervisors to develop, communicate, and enforce standards for proper documentation and organization of electronic files, data and actuarial data deliverables.
Trains less experienced specialists within the section.
Conducts special research studies as directed.

Benefits

Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work.
Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees' monthly premium costs.
Pension. We are one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.
401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
Paid time off. Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.
Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.
company-paid basic life insurance
short-and long-term disability insurance
orthodontic coverage for children and adults
adoption assistance
fertility and infertility coverage
well-being programs
paid volunteer hours for service to your community
dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year