Business Analyst - State National

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it.The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! The Client Service Business Analyst – Program Client Services will provide strategic business analysis services to Program Services (Program Analyst-Accounting/Finance). This role is responsible for understanding business objectives, operational workflows, and client service needs to identify opportunities for process improvement, system efficiencies, and enhanced service delivery. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business strategies and requirements into actionable solutions that improve operational effectiveness and support overall organizational performance.Essential FunctionsResponsible for reviewing submissions from the brokerage community/marketAssist with quotes, submissions, policy issuance and endorsements workflowReview underwriting guidelines on submissions and escalate issues accordinglyIssue binders/slips and invoicesMonitor facultative and treaty reinsurance contracts to ensure timely and accurate settlements of monies owedReconcile cash balances monthly, researching and clearing discrepanciesWork closely with the accounting team to ensure premiums are recorded, collected and settledFile setup and maintenance of the submissions receivedSupport claims administration activities including funding coordination, invoice validation, and financial reconciliation in partnership with claims stakeholdersPrepare presentations and reports on an on-going basis.Assist in the facilitation of internal and external audits by coordinating documentation, tracking requests, and supporting timely responsesPerform financial reconciliations across premiums, claims, and reinsurance activity to identify and resolve discrepanciesCollaborate cross-functionally with underwriting, claims, audit, accounting, and brokers to support efficient program execution and process improvementAd hoc reinsurance projects as neededEducation/ExperienceBachelor’s Degree preferred; High School diploma or equivalent required3 – 5 years data analysis experience preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including the ability to recognize inconsistencies and assess reasonableness.Ability to lead projects and build cross-departmental relationships.Strong attention to detail, well organized and ability to thrive in fast paced, changing environment.Ability to multi-task on multiple projects simultaneously and complete those projects with little supervision.Must demonstrate a high level of professionalism, motivation, enthusiasm and patience.Thrive in and foster a highly collaborative work environment is essential.Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to present findings and communicate key concepts to senior management.Strong problem solving and decision-making abilitiesAbility to multitask and demonstrate organizational skillsAbility to work independently and with a teamGeneral knowledge of the insurance industry helpfulUS Work AuthorizationUS Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.Who We AreMarkel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for betterWe enjoy the everyday | We think further What’s In It For YouIn keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work. We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life.  All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.  We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.   Are you ready to play your part? 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This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.  Should you require any accommodation through the application process, please send an e-mail to the rarecruiting@markel.com.No agencies please.