- Company: SBM Bank
- Location: Kenya
- State: Nairobi
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job category: – Data Science / Research Jobs in KenyaSBM Bank Jobs in Kenya
Job Description
SBM, a growing international financial institution in Africa, provides a wide range of corporate and commercial banking solutions to its clients. Kenya will operate as a gateway to Africa for SBM. SBM Bank (Kenya) Limited shall focus its activities on products and services for corporates and SMEs.
JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for the provision of research information and data on the macroeconomic environment and competitive landscape.
KEY RESPON SIBILITIES:
Financial: 60%
- Collect relevant research information
- Prepare competitor analysis reports
- Translating data into valuable insights
- Engage with product development teams to convey the necessary research information
- Build and maintain a database of research information
- Analyze and resolve research issues in a timely and accurate manner
Customer & Markets: 20%
- Prepare and share weekly, monthly, and ad hoc information on key macroeconomic indicators
- Compile, manage, and analyze information and data sets for research projects
- Respond to any queries raised by the users in regards to the research information submitted
- Engagement with stakeholders to interpret and report results of research information
Operational & Sustainability: 20%
- Ensure accuracy of information
- Maintain confidentiality of bank information
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Direct Reports to this Role:
- N/A
Customers of this Position:
- Manager Research, Data & Analytics
- Head of Strategy, Research, Data & Analytics
- Business Teams
- Head Office Teams
- External & Internal auditors
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE:
Job Knowledge:
- Research, fact-checking and validation skills
- Financial Skills
- Mathematical Skills
- Knowledge of the Banking Industry
Experience and education:
- Minimum 1-year experience working in a Bank
- Experience working as a Research Analyst
- Bachelor’s Degree in a business related field
- Experience in preparing data using Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
Competencies required for this Role:
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills
- Proficient in spreadsheets
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills
- Proven work experience in a similar role