Specialist, GTx Business Intelligence and Planning

JOB SUMMARY / INTRODUCTION

To focus on GTX key performance metrics across the sales, product and channels spectrum, management information across value, volumes and trends, and preparing various management reports in order to support and drive Business Performance and Business Management initiatives, working closely within GTX and engaging with other internal stakeholders.

The individual undertaking this role will be responsible for collection of data, preparation of various management dashboards and reports, support in other business management activities, and acting as backup for various initiatives that would drive the Business Management focus in line with agreed timelines.

The individual would also be responsible for the timely submission of various dashboards and reports and follow-up within and outside GTX, by constantly innovating and driving the development, delivery and operations of various aspects of Business Management initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To actively support the data collection, data analysis, report compilation, MIS, dashboards etc., within the existing landscape of GTX business (financials and non-financials).
• Interact with GTX teams, DAAI, Business Finance and other relevant teams, in relation to information required and ensure that all data touch points are covered.
• Contribute to new innovative solutions/ideas and projects or any other initiatives within GTX.
• Work towards supporting continuous improvements in the financial, operational and quality of information and reports, and to help to ensure quality and accuracy at all times.
• Evaluate and recommend new ideas and solutions and deliver better MIS, as a result of understanding Transaction Banking Products.
• Responsible for updating various internal files viz., deal pipeline, call report summary, DRC deals, deal communications and other internal files and maintain version and storing related documents confidentially.
• Review and re-engineering of the existing MIS and reports to ensure smooth delivery.
• Attend various internal GTX meetings involving complex report requirements and own the responsibility of providing ‘right solution’ to the team. Provide guidance and support to internal team members on various MIS, periodical reports, generation of them etc.
• Help in preparing various PPTs and support Business Management team in preparing strategy, business, financials and MIS presentations.
• To perform other activities (ad-hoc) linked to GTX Business i.e. offsite and event support, as appropriate, assigned from time to time.
• Complete all mandatory and personal development training as stipulated by management.
• Close liaison with staff from Business Finance, DAAI, GTX Solutions & Advisory, Products, Channels, (Global) network, Business Continuity, DLP and other relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in review of various MIS and operational process to ensure that we meet and exceed the expectations of our internal stakeholders.
• Functions within the framework and boundaries of Group policies.

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Experienced in working with Microsoft Office applications, especially strong skills in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word and other applications.
• Experienced in working with multiple systems i.e. SAP, Oracle, PowerBI, Datawarehouse and Dashboard Tools.
• Good knowledge of the banking sector, ideally in Global Transaction banking (i.e. Cash Management and Trade Finance) as well as understanding of functions operating in a Bank.
• Language proficient: English fluent (business).
• A self-starter, motivated, with aptitude and willingness to undertake self-learning.
• Able to handle confidential information with high standards on accuracy and completeness.
• Taking initiative and follow-through on agreed action items.
• Demonstrates a keen interest to learn the business and its processes.
• Good communication skills, organisational and planning skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills.
• Team player, strong work ethic – willingness to take a ‘hands on’ approach.
• Minimum a University Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce or Business Administration, or in equivalent discipline.

Preferred / Beneficial

• Arabic preferred.