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Craig Bowler

Guildford

Summary

Experienced professional with extensive knowledge in analysis, underwriting, and claims. Proficient in information gathering and analysis, data analysis, and process modelling and improvement. Skilled in the software development life cycle, technical specification writing, and data visualisation tools. Demonstrates strong adaptability to change and expertise in requirements gathering. Committed to leveraging skills for continuous improvement and operational excellence within the insurance industry.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Claims Specialist

Allianz
Hybrid - Guildford
02.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced decision-making by analysing complex data sets.
  • Prepared proposals with revised methods, new strategies and redefined functions.
  • Identified departures from agreed-upon procedures and standards and helped close gaps.
  • Implemented new software to increase work efficiency.
  • Created comprehensive reports, aiding in strategic planning.
  • Collaborated across departments for cohesive report development.
  • Participated actively in professional training to maintain updated knowledge of analytics tools.
  • Assisted with continuous improvement initiatives, applying data findings to address underperforming areas.

Digital Trading Analyst

Allianz
Guildford
03.2015 - 02.2020
  • Interpreted financial reports for improved budget management.
  • Improved software to increase work efficiency and customer engagement.
  • Enhanced decision-making by analysing complex data sets.
  • Stayed abreast of emerging digital trends and technologies, ensuring the company remained competitive within its industry sector.
  • Coordinated webinars and online events, increasing brand awareness amongst target audiences.
  • Utilised Google Analytics to monitor and analyse website traffic trends.
  • Conducted thorough competitor analysis to identify gaps in the market and opportunities for growth.
  • Assisted in the development of mobile apps to enhance customer interaction with the brand.
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients by effectively managing digital accounts.

Business analyst

Allianz
Guildford
08.2011 - 03.2015
  • Streamlined business operations by analysing and implementing process improvements.
  • Enhanced company performance through meticulous data analysis.
  • Conducted market research for the development of strategic business plans.
  • Collaborated with IT team to design efficient software solutions, improving workflow significantly.
  • Simplified complex data into understandable presentations, facilitating better communication amongst teams.
  • Created tailored solutions by understanding and translating customer requirements into functional specifications.
  • Identified potential risks with thorough business impact analyses.
  • Managed multiple stakeholders, ensuring clear communication throughout projects' lifespan.
  • Streamlined business operations by identifying and addressing process inefficiencies.
  • Implemented standard operating procedures, improving overall productivity.

Education

Data Analyst - Level 4 - Data

Corndel

Diploma in Business Analysis - Business Analysis

BCS

A-Levels -

School

Skills

  • Insurance knowledge
  • Underwriting and Claims knowledge
  • Information gathering and analysis
  • Data analysis
  • Process modelling and improvement
  • Software development life cycle
  • Technical specification writing
  • Data visualisation tools
  • Adaptability to change
  • Requirements gathering

Timeline

Claims Specialist

Allianz
02.2020 - Current

Digital Trading Analyst

Allianz
03.2015 - 02.2020

Business analyst

Allianz
08.2011 - 03.2015

Data Analyst - Level 4 - Data

Corndel

Diploma in Business Analysis - Business Analysis

BCS

A-Levels -

School
Craig Bowler