Head, Strategy & Insights at Interswitch Group

Interswitch is an Africa-focused integrated digital payments and commerce company that facilitates the electronic circulation of money as well as the exchange of value between individuals and organisations on a timely and consistent basis. We started operations in 2002 as a transaction switching and electronic payments processing, and have progressively evolved into an integrated payment services company, building and managing payment infrastructure as well as delivering innovative payment products and transactional services throughout the African continent. At Interswitch, we offer unique career opportunities for individuals capable of playing key roles and adding value in an innovative and fun environment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Strategy & Insights

Location: Lagos

About the Job

• This role enables Interswitch Indeco's strategic direction by supporting business strategy execution and fostering a data-driven culture. 
• The individual coordinates and develops strategic information, enabling informed decision-making across the business division. 
• He/She will champion the use of insights to align operations with company goals, ensuring efficient and effective strategic planning and execution.

Strategy Business Partner:

• To support the development and execution of the business strategy for the business ecosystems, with reference to Interswitch Indeco’s strategic direction
• To act as the strategy and insights champion, entrenching a culture where managers and members in the Business Division make data-driven decisions
• To coordinate and develop information relating to business strategy, business planning and other critical / emerging business operations areas

Insights and Reporting:

• Develop executive-level presentations to illustrate business and market insights, present key findings, and drive decision-making
• Analyse customer and industry data to identify new business opportunities that could result in new revenue streams, then design pilot schemes or initiatives and present business cases for approval
• Contribute market insights for industry presentations and quarterly business reviews, including intelligence reports on existing, new or emerging competitors
• Analyse complex data and identify requirements for business enhancement during budgeting and planning
• Develop weekly progress reports which include plans versus progress against set timelines, key risk and control indicators, and overall improvements on current processes and procedures that minimize relevant risks

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Assist with stakeholder engagement by arranging actions, meetings, events, and supporting materials to promote stakeholder understanding and commitment.
• Attend meetings led by Division Head, Strategy and Analytics, along with relevant stakeholders, and acquire needs on business strategy requirements.

Operational Compliance:

• Develop knowledge and understanding of the organization's policies and procedures, relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct to ensure own work adheres to those standards.
• Obtain authorization from Line Manager for any exceptions from mandatory procedure

Academic Qualification(s)

• Candidates should possess a minimum of Bachelor’s Degree

Experience (Number of relevant years):

• 10 years functional experience, including minimum of 4 years in team leadership role

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.