Lead Data Analyst

Description and Requirements

Role Value Proposition :

The MetLife Corporate Functions Data Office is part of the Data and Analytics Organization (D&A) within GTO. Our mission is to implement scalable data solutions for our stakeholders to generate actionable insights. We achieve this we partner with our D&A teams, Technology, and our Business and functional partners to build and deploy the next generation data solutions for MetLife as we head into our New Frontier strategy!

We are looking for a Data Analyst who is passionate about data and understanding its lifecycle. The candidate will require a balance of business acumen, and knowledge of data technology and tools, which includes but not limited to expertise in analytics, SQL, Big Data, and Cloud technologies. The role is based in Cary, NC, Tampa, FL or NY, NY and supports MetLife’s commitment to data-driven decision-making and operational excellence

Success in this role requires clear communication skills, with an emphasis on empathy and interaction with senior business and IT partners around the world as well as peer program stakeholders and technical staff. This role will collaborate closely with stakeholders across business lines, technology, operations, and D&A capabilities (Data Governance, Data Quality, Data Modeling, Data Architecture, Data Science, BI & Insights).

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with business and functional analysts to develop functional and technical requirements documents for production-grade data and analytics solutions that drive MetLife’s business forward.
• Understand and Analyze end to end business processes and deliver detailed data flow diagrams.
• Facilitate the interaction between the business and technical teams to ensure requirements are understood and solutions meets the requirements.
• Interact with data architecture, data engineering, data governance, data modeling, data quality, and data science teams to ensure requirements and implementation is understood.
• Collaborate with the extended program team and provide expertise regarding high level data solutions and implementation plans.
• Validate and test the solution at various points to ensure it aligns with requirements.
• Mentor junior Data Analysts and review their work deliverables.
• Independently lead data analysis and solutioning.
• Collaborate with multiple partners from Business, Technology, Operations, and D&A capabilities.
• Provide people leadership : coach, develop, and engage talent.

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills :

Required Skills :

Preferred Skills :

At MetLife we’re leading the global transformation of an industry we’ve long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.

Location Expectation : This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.

The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 - $145,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.

Benefits We Offer

Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical / prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!

About MetLife

Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!

MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic / civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).

If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.

MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.

$100,000 - $145,000