Business Analyst at Polaris Bank Limited

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Business Research: Perform frequent and rigorous research on key Business topics both internally and externally to identify organization's fitment to strategic frameworks, establish industry trends, and collect benchmark data.
• Data Analysis: Involved in data analysis for functional and organizational data using a combination of digital and critical thinking skills. Carefully evaluates financial data and creates reports that identify areas of concern or opportunity.
• To work with the leadership teams on design and deployment of both short-term and long- term strategic business objectives & programs.
• To perform Market review and competitor analysis of developments/ new trends in different business units.
• Support in long term strategic planning, QPRs, MPRs and other Business reviews
• Support in representation of organization performance to shareholders and investors by the management team
• Research related to sectors, organizations, geographies, products, etc. as the requirement arises.
• Analyze and synthesize information in various forms about projects to develop reports and presentations to assist the Directorate Head in decision making.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:

• A First Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related fields.
• A Masters or MBA in Finance or CFA (Certified Financial Analyst) will be an added advantage
• An extensive knowledge of the Banking industry and the financial markets in Nigeria. A minimum of Five (5) years’ post-qualification experience in a similar function.
• Basic knowledge of asset management, Investor relations, infrastructure development and general investment.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral. Good relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) (Mid to Advanced level) High level of pro-activity and ability to follow through on assigned tasks.
• Highly organized and extremely detailed orientation.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Political savvy, maturity, and tact, including the ability to relate with different levels of stakeholders and interested groups.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical standards and high level of integrity.