Job Location: Bellevue, WA
Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our Team as a Director, Data Analytics.
About the role:
Responsible for making Symetra a data driven enterprise. This is a leadership role in the Data and Analytics field delivering solutions that have a material impact on the business. They will lead projects/team that may consist of data engineer/architects/developers, Reporting and BI Analysts, and Data Scientists. Responsible for building strong understanding and relationships within business and IT. They will interact with leadership giving technical recommendations, plans, and roadmaps to both a technical and non-technical audience with implementation responsibility. Must have significant technical expertise in the Data Analytics space. This role differentiates from the Assistant Director level by increased responsibility leading a large function and owner of strategy and implementation.
What you will do
- Strategy development, relationship building, and data literacy within Business and IT: Work with multiple teams including business, IT, and data. Ability to understand their business needs and find creative analytic solutions to improve efficiently, generate revenue, and improve customer experience. Responsible for developing plans/roadmaps and then executing on them. Directs work for tech leads in Data Engineer, Reporting Analytics, and Data Analytics. Must establish clear metrics (KPI/ROI).
- Data Management, Governance, and Reporting/BI: Create and manage a stable data environment with a focus on trusted shared enterprise data, self-service against that data, and enchantment with 3rd party data. Treats data with respect and is knowledgeable on data privacy best practices.
- Advanced Analytics and Innovation modeling: Drive Symetra’s innovation through achieving business insights through both hands on and coaching of descriptive analysis, predicative analytics, and machine learning modeling. Understands the business needs and uses good judgement on when to use complex modeling vs simple solutions. Ability to work with Data Scientists, review work, and communicate results to business leaders
- Delivery Team management development: Lead and manage technical teams; both direct reports and dotted line reports. Give clear responsibilities and encourage teamwork. Build team skills and talent.
- Community Development: Active member of the Data and Analytics Community. Developing best practices, running workshops, and upskill all community members
Why Work at Symetra
Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra.
“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
“We’re big enough to make an impact on the country, but small enough to care and know who you are and what you’re contributing to the organization. All new ideas are welcome!” Stephanie F. – VP Customer Service & Operations
What we offer you
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 Overview
Compensation
Salary Range: $140,700 – $234,500 plus eligibility for annual bonus program
- 7+ years’ experience in data analytics.
- 4-year college degree. Advanced technical proficiently in Data Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or similar field.
- 3+ years in the insurance or financial industry
- 2+ years management experience
- Is a self-starter and continuously embodies a learn more/do more attitude.
- Strong planning, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Excellent analytical and technical skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
We empower inclusion
At Symetra, 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.
In a complex industry, we strive for clarity.
Symetra is a dynamic and growing financial services company with 60 years of experience and customers nationwide. In our daily work delivering retirement, employee benefits, and life insurance products, we’re guided by the principles of VALUE, TRANSPARENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY. That means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and honestly so people understand what they’re getting, and we build products that stand the test of time. We work hard and do what’s right for our customers, communities, and employees. Join our team and share in our success as we work toward becoming the next national player in our industry.
For more information about our careers visit www.symetra.com/careers.
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.
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