Pricing Analyst

Role Overview

Pricing Analyst at Network International, a Financial Technology company operating across the Middle East and Africa. The role is based in the acquiring payments domain and supports pricing strategy optimization.

Company Overview

Network International is the largest Financial Technology company in the Middle East and Africa. The company provides payment services across more than 50 countries including UAE, Jordan, South Africa, and Egypt. Beyond payments, Network International offers Data and Insights, Lending, Insurance, and Risk Solutions. Core customers range from businesses at every scale and segment to direct-to-consumer card holders.

Role Purpose

Support data-driven decision-making across pricing strategies in the acquiring payment domain by optimizing revenue performance and enhancing profitability through rigorous analysis of merchant portfolios, transaction data, and pricing models.

Key Responsibilities

Revenue & Pricing Strategy

• Monitor fee adjustments both internally and from third parties proactively.
• Communicate and monitor the technical implications and revenue impact of pricing changes.
• Help create and manage Net Revenue calculation models and dashboards.
• Support Pricing Governance with a Fair Value, customer-centric approach to Pricing.

Analysis & Insights

• Develop market insights through existing data and competitor analysis.
• Extract and synthesize large datasets from various sources to support Pricing activities.
• Deliver proficiency in data analysis to support strategic decision-making.

System & Process Support

• Support system change requests and testing systems for cost and revenue assurance.
• Serve as the contact point for all technical and non-technical pricing queries.
• Support the team in month-end activities.

Commercial & Stakeholder Management

• Lead commercial negotiations for tender documentation, supporting new tenders, contract renewals, and new income-generating opportunities.
• Deliver Pricing training and maintain a Pricing resource center.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in banking, financial, or fintech segments.
• 2 or more years of Card Payment Industry knowledge, such as Scheme Fees and Interchange.
• Degree qualified or relevant experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, data visualization, understanding of macros, and complex formulas.
• Proficiency with SQL, Python, DAX, and Power BI is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint to create presentations for various business needs.
• Adept at problem-solving, using excellent analytical skills and systems to make sense of issues.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative and within tight timescales.