Sr. Operations Information Consultant
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Location: Des Moines, IA 50317
Description:
Venerable is seeking a highly motivated Sr. Information Consultant with a strong background in SQL, data infrastructure, and business intelligence. This role resides within our Strategic Operations function and will play a key part in developing and maintaining data solutions that enhance business efficiency, streamline operations, and drive informed decision-making.
The Sr. Information Consultant will be responsible for ETL development, data analysis, database maintenance, automation, and reporting. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimize data processes, and ensure that data governance and security best practices are met.
Principle Responsibilities:
Develop and Maintain Data Infrastructure:
Business Intelligence & Reporting:
Automation & Process Optimization:
Governance, Security & Compliance:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Venerable Values:
Every position at Venerable has responsibility for living out the company's values as described here:
We are Courageous - We think critically, ask "why?" and seek out creative solutions.
We are Curious - We take calculated risks, learn from out failures, and challenge traditional ways of thinking.
We are Connected - We are connected to each other, our customers and our community.
The Sr. Information Consultant will be responsible for ETL development, data analysis, database maintenance, automation, and reporting. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimize data processes, and ensure that data governance and security best practices are met.
Principle Responsibilities:
Develop and Maintain Data Infrastructure:
- Design and manage ETL processes for structured and unstructured data sources.
- Optimize database performance, ensuring efficiency and scalability.
- Monitor data quality and integrity, proactively addressing issues.
Business Intelligence & Reporting:
- Design and develop sophisticated dashboards and reports using Power BI.
- Assist with business requirements, translating them into actionable insights.
- Support internal stakeholders by providing data-driven recommendations.
Automation & Process Optimization:
- Identify opportunities to automate labor-intensive operational processes.
- Develop and implement Power Automate workflows for improved efficiency.
- Collaborate with IT to integrate technology solutions into the organization's architecture and follow best practices for development lifecycles.
Governance, Security & Compliance:
- Ensure that all databases, applications, and automated processes comply with Venerable's security policies and industry best practices.
- Work closely with IT and compliance teams to maintain data governance standards.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- 8+ years of hands-on experience with SQL, including writing complex queries and optimizing performance. Proficiency in developing views, stored procedures, utilizing CTE's, temp tables, and indexes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform, including Power BI, Power Automate, and Power Apps desired.
- Experience designing ETL processes and managing automated jobs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Proven ability to coach and mentor others in a professional setting.
- Clear and concise communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Highly detail-oriented, with a commitment to data accuracy and governance.
- Experience collaborating across multiple teams, including IT, compliance, and business units.
- Knowledge of data security, governance, and compliance standards within the insurance industry.
- Ability to lead projects and take initiative in driving data strategy.
- Experience with Python or R for data analysis is a plus.
- Prior experience in the annuity or insurance industry is strongly preferred.
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Venerable Values:
Every position at Venerable has responsibility for living out the company's values as described here:
We are Courageous - We think critically, ask "why?" and seek out creative solutions.
We are Curious - We take calculated risks, learn from out failures, and challenge traditional ways of thinking.
We are Connected - We are connected to each other, our customers and our community.