Analytics & Strategy Manager - Fintech
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Posted on 11 Sep
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Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Lead data-driven strategy development by analyzing complex financial and market datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Conduct financial modeling, forecasting, and market research to support product and business decisions.
- Translate analytical findings into strategic insights and actionable recommendations for senior management.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker) to enable real-time business intelligence.
- Support product and strategy teams in scaling fintech and digital banking solutions across GCC markets.
- Collaborate with compliance, finance, and product leaders to ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks and business objectives.
- Evaluate the impact of new initiatives (digital payments, lending, wealth management) through KPIs and performance analytics.
- Apply AI/ML techniques in analytics (where relevant) to enhance predictive modeling and customer insights.
- Present insights and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executives.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency with Excel, SQL, Python, R for data analytics.
- Experience with BI platforms (Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
- Knowledge of statistical modeling, forecasting, and predictive analytics.
- Familiarity with cloud-based analytics platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
- Understanding of financial KPIs, risk models, and regulatory compliance analytics.
Critical Competencies
- Strategic Thinking: Connect data insights to long-term business strategy.
- Analytical Excellence: Strong quantitative mindset; ability to build and interpret complex models.
- Problem-Solving: Structured approach to complex and ambiguous challenges.
- Communication Excellence: Present insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaboration: Skilled at working with product, compliance, finance, and executive teams.
- Execution Focus: Deliver actionable insights under tight timelines.
- Regulatory Acumen: Strong grasp of financial and data compliance frameworks in KSA/GCC.
Desired Candidate Profile
We are seeking an Analytics & Strategy Manager to drive data-driven decision making and strategic insights across fintech and digital banking initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of experience in data analytics, business strategy, or financial services consulting (with at least 3 years in fintech), along with a strong foundation in financial modeling, regulatory frameworks, and market research. This role combines technical expertise in analytics with strategic problem-solving to influence key business and product decisions.
Essential Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in data analytics, business strategy, or financial consulting, with at least 3 years in fintech, digital banking, or related industries.
- Strong background in data analysis, financial modeling, and market research.
- Proven ability to translate complex datasets into strategic insights and recommendations.
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
- Proficiency in SQL, Python, or R for data analysis and modeling.
- Strong understanding of MENA/GCC financial markets and regulatory frameworks.
- Bachelor s degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Data Science, or related field (Master s preferred).
- Fluency in English; Arabic strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in venture studios, consulting, or investment banking.
- Exposure to fintech analytics (digital payments, lending, wealth management).
- Track record of supporting product or strategy teams in scaling financial products.
- Familiarity with open banking, API-first ecosystems, or digital platforms.
- Experience applying AI/ML in financial services analytics.
- Knowledge of Islamic finance principles and Shariah-compliant product development.
- MBA, CFA, or equivalent certification a strong plus.
Company Industry
- IT - Software Services
Department / Functional Area
- Corporate Planning
- Consulting
- Strategy
- M&A
Keywords
- Analytics & Strategy Manager - Fintech
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