About the Role
We are currently looking for a Business Analyst specialized in International Expansion & Connectivity to join our Qatar operations. This role involves supporting various international banking initiatives and market-entry strategies while collaborating with multiple stakeholders across business functions.
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Responsibilities
- Support international expansion initiatives, cross-border banking, trade finance, FDI, and connectivity projects.
- Conduct market assessments, financial analyses, and develop business cases.
- Gather requirements, map processes, and document target operating models.
- Collaborate with product teams to support transformation programs across product, platform, and operating models.
- Analyze trade data, investment flows, and market trends to identify commercial opportunities.
- Develop dashboards, management reports, executive presentations, and decision-support materials.
- Ensure effective communication and coordination across business, operations, technology, risk, legal, compliance, and finance stakeholders.
- Engage in gap analysis, operational readiness, and change implementation.
- Provide recommendations and follow through with assigned initiatives.
- Maintain compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and banking practices.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Banking, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, International Business, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Preferred: Master’s degree or a recognized professional qualification in Business Administration, Finance, Strategy, Business Analysis, Project Management, or a related discipline.
- At least 7 years of relevant experience in international banking, consulting, or financial services. Candidates with up to 10 years may be considered depending on the job grade.
- Experience in Corporate Banking, Global Transaction Banking, Trade Finance, International Banking, Strategy, Business Analysis, and Transformation is preferred.
- Familiarity with the China and/or South Korea markets is advantageous.
Required Special Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic. Proficiency in Mandarin and/or Korean is a plus.
- Strong analytical, numerical, research, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking capabilities.
- In-depth understanding of the international banking ecosystem, including Trade Finance, FDI, Corporate Banking, and Global Transaction Banking.
- Proficiency in financial modeling, business case development, and benefits assessment.
- Ability to develop clear documentation, dashboards, and executive materials.
- Strong interpersonal skills and capability in workshop facilitation and stakeholder management.
- Understanding of product and platform delivery methodologies, testing, and operational readiness.
- Integrity, self-management, attention to detail, and commitment to documentation standards.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
- Results-oriented, adaptable, collaborative, and willing to travel as required.
- Proficiency in analytical, presentation, project-management, process-mapping, and reporting tools.
Joining Time Frame
- 2 weeks (maximum 1 month)
