Sr Systems Analyst

Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We are actively seeking a talented Senior Systems Analyst to join our Distribution Partner Integration (DPI) team in in support of the Consumer Markets Division, based in Newport Beach, CA. This role can be hybrid or fully remote.

As a Senior Systems Analyst, you will play an important role in Pacific Life’s growth and long-term success by enabling annuity product sales and servicing on the industry’s Order Entry platforms. In addition, you will support and enhance the exchange of data between Pacific Life and our Distribution Partners using various industry standards. You will fill an existing role on DPI’s Data team, consisting of eight people. Your colleagues on the DPI team include analysts, developers, and QA, and you will work closely with technologists across the organization and business partners such as key account managers.

How you’ll help move us forward:
• Leverage your insurance industry/technology experience and analytical skills to identify and propose data strategy opportunities and facilitate data integration efforts between internal and external stakeholders

• Manage cross-functional project deployments; communicate/socialize project objectives and benefits to business and technology partners

• Leverage strong data analytics background to administer and mature reporting capabilities using available reporting tools; create/validate/maintain reporting standards, to ensure data integrity

• Represent Pacific Life on industry forums by actively participating in discussions, documenting key topics, identifying opportunities for influencing outcomes; coordinate responses on Pacific Life’s behalf

• Through partnership with internal business and technology teams, assess automation opportunities, and recommend process, product, or service enhancements

• Solve unique or complex problems and identify innovative solutions that have a broad impact on the business

The experience you bring:
• 8+ years annuity industry experience, a minimum of 5 years systems analysis experience focusing on complex data integrations

• Working knowledge of DTCC and ACORD annuity industry standards; DST Fanmail a plus

• Applied experience working with DTCC data structures and policy admin systems integration

• Demonstrated ability to form meaningful partnerships (internal/external) at all organizational levels resulting in practical solutions to complex problems

• Excellent problem solving, root cause analysis, critical and strategic thinking skills

What makes you stand out:
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture and business data flows within annuity administration ecosystem

• Proponent of Agile approaches, with the ability to succeed in a hybrid SDLC model

• Experience mentoring team members on analyst/industry best practices

• Experience with FIDx/Envestnet or similar third-party platforms

• Industry Forum experience with Insurance Retirement Institute (IRI) OpsTech group, DTCC/I&RS Advisory and Pilot working groups

• Business Analyst certification

• Undergraduate degree in business/ technology concentration or equivalent experience

You can be who you are.
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Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$121,770.00 - $148,830.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.