Senior IT Business Analyst for Finance Reporting & Analytics
Twin City B, Mlynské nivy, Bratislava, Slovakia (Job with occasional home office)
full-time
3 200 - 5 300 EUR/monthFor Slovakia the base salary range for this position is between EUR 3200 and EUR 5300 per month (for a full-time role). The specific salary offered considers: the requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role and the applicant’s own profile including education/ qualifications, expertise, specialization, skills and experience. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for additional rewards and benefits including an attractive performance-based bonus.
Information about the position
Job description, responsibilities and duties
We are looking for a Senior IT Business Analyst to join our team, supporting business-critical data-driven solutions.
This role requires a well-balanced profile combining technical capabilities with solid business analysis expertise. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on technical background (e.g., software development or similar) and is motivated to connect systems, data, and business processes to drive practical and scalable Reporting & Analytics solutions.
You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, acting as a trusted execution partner and taking full end-to-end ownership of initiatives while working within the strategic direction defined.
Curiosity, adaptability, and a strong willingness to learn are key success factors in this role.
Key Responsibilities
• Take end-to-end ownership of system and process implementation and improvement initiatives, from requirements definition through implementation and validation.
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand needs, refine requirements, and propose scalable and pragmatic solutions.
• Translate business requirements into clear and structured technical specifications, and ensure transparent delivery with visibility on progress, risks and dependencies.
• Conduct delivery planning and support Product Owners in product backlog management, ensuring alignment between business priorities and technical readiness.
• Drive the implementation of new products and features and provide ongoing support for existing Reporting & Analytics applications and data products in a BAU environment.
• Perform in-depth data analysis to validate business logic, transform data, and ensure consistency and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, developers and architects to design robust and maintainable solutions aligned with enterprise standards.
• Independently manage the workstream, ensuring alignment on scope, priorities, and timelines.
• Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and adherence to governance and control standards.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and continuous improvement.
About the Team
You will join the Palantir Foundry Reporting & Analytics Solutions team, a high impact product team working at the intersection of Finance, data, and technology. The team delivers and runs modern, scalable, reliable, and data-driven solutions that enable better decision-making and operational efficiency.
Collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement are at the core of how we work. You will join a supportive and dynamic environment where initiative, accountability, professional growth are valued and you’ll find a supportive environment that encourages idea-sharing and mutual respect.
Employee perks, benefits
• Ultra flexible working time in a hybrid setup, allowing you to work from home up to 50%
• Health & wellbeing program, including massages and sport activities
• Sessions with a psychologist and health check-ups directly at the workplace
• Modern office spaces in an attractive location (fun room, relaxation room, music room)
• Vivid community life (running club, book club, art club, Parents@SwissRe, and many others)
• 5 additional days of holiday
• 6 sick days and extra sick leave support
• Day off dedicated to volunteering
• Lunch allowance fully paid by Swiss Re
• Pension contribution
• Life insurance (fully covered)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Legendary summer event
• Public transport benefit
• Multisport card and corporate discounts
Information about the selection process
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Requirements for the employee
Candidates with education suit the position
University education (Master's degree)
Postgraduate (Doctorate)
Language skills
Personality requirements and skills
We are looking for a candidate who meets these requirements:
• 5 – 8+ years of relevant experience in IT Business Analysis or hybrid technical/business roles, ideally in Finance (e.g., accounting), Sustainability, and/or Reporting & Analytics.
• Ability to operate independently and drive initiatives with minimal supervision.
• Experience with database concepts, data structures and software development (e.g., Python, PySpark, SQL).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to bridge business and technology and influence at multiple seniority levels.
• Ability to translate business requirements into implementable technical solutions, balancing feasibility, scalability, and delivery constraints.
• Proven experience with Palantir Foundry or comparable modern data platforms (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake), combined with a background in Finance / Sustainability / FP&A and the (Re-)Insurance industry is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem solving mindset, including familiarity with product delivery and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Strong command of Agile ways of working and environments (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira).
• Experience applying AI technologies and techniques to support product development and business analysis processes.
• Knowledge of data governance, data quality principles and/or experience with audit processes is an advantage.
• Learning mindset and adaptability to new business domains.
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Brief description of the company
Swiss Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to aging populations and cybercrime. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, where we were founded in 1863, the Swiss Re operates through a network of around 70 offices globally. Our approximately 15'000 employees provide a wide range of technical expertise, enabling us to develop unique solutions and drive growth. Swiss Re Slovakia is the second largest location with various teams in Finance, IT, Business Operations, Asset Management, and other functions. In 2026, we celebrate 20th anniversary of building resilience in Slovakia. For more information please visit: www.swissre.com
Join Swiss Re and you will join a company awarded with Najzamestnavatel 2025 in Banking, Finance, and Insurance (1st place), Healthy Company of the Year 2025 (1st place) and Via Bona Responsible Large Company Award 2022 (1st place).