Lead Data Analyst - Medical Data
TEAM: DATA RESOURCES
PAY TYPE: SALARY
JOB OVERVIEW:
NCCI is the nation's trusted source for workers compensation information, analytics, and insights. Every day, our work helps insurers, regulators, employers, and policymakers make informed decisions that impact millions of workers across the country.
We're seeking a Lead Data Analyst – Medical Data to play a critical role in guiding the collection, quality, and analysis of complex medical data that powers industry-leading research, reporting, and data products. If you're passionate about data quality, process improvement, stakeholder collaboration, and solving complex business challenges, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a talented and supportive team.
This position will work in a flexible-hybrid environment. The preferred candidate would be local within a commutable distance to our Boca Raton, FL headquarters.
NOTE: NCCI will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
As a Lead Data Analyst, you'll serve as a key subject matter expert, influencing how critical medical data is collected, validated, and leveraged across the organization and the broader workers compensation industry, including:
Lead Data Quality & Operational Excellence
Coordinate team activities and priorities to ensure operational goals and service commitments are achieved
Oversee data collection, validation, and quality assurance processes for medical data assets
Identify process gaps, root causes, and opportunities for operational improvement
Develop and implement new workflows, procedures, and business solutions to meet evolving industry needs
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert
Act as the primary resource for complex medical data questions and issue resolution
Provide guidance on data standards, data structures, reporting, and data management practices
Partner with business and technical teams to resolve data issues impacting multiple systems, databases, and data providers
Create detailed business requirements to support system enhancements and process improvements
Partner & Communicate Across the Industry
Build strong relationships with external data providers, independent rating bureaus, and regulatory agencies
Lead industry communications, training programs, presentations, and technical discussions
Develop and maintain clear documentation, team procedures, and operational standards
Prepare reports, findings, and recommendations for internal and external stakeholders
Support Team Success
Review work for quality and consistency while coaching team members on complex issues
Help drive continuous improvement initiatives across teams
Support change management efforts involving new systems, processes, and technologies
WHAT IT TAKES:
Bachelor's degree or additional related work experience
5+ years of experience in:
Data analysis
Business operations
Data management
Financial services, healthcare, insurance, or similar analytical environments
3+ years of experience:
Creating and maintaining technical documentation
Analyzing and reporting data using Microsoft Excel
Strong ability to:
Investigate and resolve complex data issues
Analyze trends and identify root causes
Develop new processes and operational workflows
Translate business needs into system and data requirements
Mentor multiple team members
Experience leading across teams to coordinate priorities and achieve shared objectives
Advanced communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences
Proficiency with:
SQL, PL/SQL, or similar relational database query tools
Microsoft Excel
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:
Insurance, claims, healthcare, or financial data experience
Workers’ Compensation industry data and processes knowledge
Experience with data extraction, testing, or validation tools
Experience developing reports for data analysis
Experience with business requirements gathering and systems implementation projects
Insurance Data Management Association (IDMA) certifications
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE:
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary
Annual performance bonus opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package and total rewards program
Culture & Environment
Flexible hybrid work environment
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Recognition of individual contributions and shared successes
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Boca Raton Headquarters Perks
On-site café and coffee shop
Fitness center
Game room
Employee events and activities
Company sports leagues