Business Consultant

The OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Business Consultant to join our Risk Technology team. This role is responsible for formulating and defining business and system scope and objectives based on user needs, industry requirements, and business strategy. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive analysis of business and user needs, document requirements, and translate them into actionable business and system solutions. You will work at the highest technical level across most phases of business and systems analysis, considering the broader business implications of technology applications on both current and future environments.The Business Consultant will collaborate with stakeholders across all areas related to enterprise risk to deliver technology objectives and solutions supporting business strategy. Acting as a liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams, you will analyze and define requirements and support the full life cycle of building and maintaining Governance Risk Compliance (GRC) solutions. Your responsibilities include collecting, organizing, analyzing, and disseminating significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.The TeamThe Risk Technology team within Corporate Technology supports Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) data, analytics, and applications with a risk centric approach that improves decision making and performance. The team provides an integrated view of how well the organization manages risk and focuses on enhancing existing products and implementing new solutions. The team continues to be successful in driving improvements in tools, technology and processes, for more consistent risk management and reporting.The Impact:Collaborate with business users and stakeholders to define, document, and analyze system requirements for new or enhanced configurations to existing or new technologies.Partner with QA and UAT teams to ensure solutions are tested and validated against business needs.Support end-to-end delivery, including requirements gathering, data validation, UAT coordination, and stakeholder communication.Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency improvements, and data integrity across risk management processes.Manage stakeholder communications, including demos, release updates, and status reporting.Evaluate system capabilities and functionality to recommend improvements that maximize efficiency and productivity.Ability to create, maintain, and update system documentation, user manuals, and technical reports.Ability to troubleshoot break/fix issues, provide basic technical support, and ensure systems are functioning effectively.Share expertise and knowledge with the broader team. Work with management to resolve key issues, critical decisions and time constraints on highly visible projects. Coach and mentor others on own team or within matrixed organization.The Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a closely related field3+ years of progressively responsible experience in a business analyst role or a related occupation, with a focus on defining business and data requirements, process improvement, and supporting organizational change initiatives5+ years experience in systems analysis, business process modeling, and requirements gathering techniquesMust be authorized to work in US without visa sponsorship both now and in the future.The Ideal QualificationsAdvanced degree, professional certifications such as CBAP or PMI-PBA, and experience in project management or leadership roles are considered an asset.Experience with Governance Risk Compliance (GRC) solutions and platforms, including Archer IRMExperience working with IT hardware, software, databases, programming languages, and systems analysis toolsCreativity and logic to troubleshoot system errors and recommend innovative solutions to operational challengesStrong verbal and written skills to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and facilitate collaboration between IT and business unitsProven ability to balance and execute multiple complex initiatives simultaneously, adjusting to evolving business priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality outcomesAbility to understand and translate business needs into technical requirementsAbility to collaborate across diverse teams and organizationsProficient with standard documentation tools (Visio, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)#LI-SC1Salary Range:$92,800-$121,800At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.Why Join Us.We've been around since 1851. During our history, we've learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It's more than our company structure – it's our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component. For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.SummaryLocation: Springfield, MA; Boston, MAType: Full time