Pricing Analyst

About Us:

Network International is the largest Financial Technology company in the Middle East and Africa. Payments is our core business where we provide services in more than 50 countries – UAE, Jordan, South Africa, Egypt are some of our key markets. Apart from payments, we provide services on Data and Insights, Lending, Insurance, Risk Solutions, etc. Our core customers are businesses at every scale and segment, though recently we have been growing in the direct-to-consumer card segment as well.

Our EVP:
At Network International, every second counts. As a leader in the fast-paced world of financial services, we thrive on innovation, agility, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. We recognize industry trends, the dual nature of technological advancements, and the scarcity of top talent. This is why we prioritize investing in our people. Here, you’ll work alongside industry experts to solve complex problems and leverage cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of the competition.

About The Role:
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Pricing Analyst to join our team and support data-driven decision-making across our pricing strategies in the acquiring payment domain. This role is critical to optimizing revenue performance and enhancing profitability through rigorous analysis of merchant portfolios, transaction data, and pricing models. The job main purposes are:

• Managing and optimizing pricing strategies for the company
• Key responsibilities include monitoring fee adjustments, analyzing market trends, and supporting system changes to ensure accurate revenue calculations.
• The role also requires strong financial and analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently and to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively monitor fee adjustments both internally and from third parties
• Communicate and monitor the technical implications and Revenue impact of these changes.
• Support system change requests and testing systems for cost and revenue assurance.
• Help create and manage Net Revenue calculation models and dashboards.
• Develop market insights through existing data and Competitor analysis.
• Large data extraction, synthesis from various sources and analysis to support Pricing activities.
• Contact point for all technical and non-technical pricing queries.
• Support the Team in month-end activities.
• Support Pricing Governance with a Fair Value, customer centric approach to Pricing.
• Commercial lead for tender documentation and negotiations, supporting new tenders, renewals of contracts and new income generating opportunities
• Deliver Pricing training and maintain a Pricing resource center.

Qualifications

Key Requirements:

• 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.
• Ability to work on own initiative and within tight timescales.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• 2+ years Card Payment Industry knowledge, such as Scheme Fees & Interchange
• Proficiency in data analysis with tools such as Microsoft Excel / SQL / Python.
• Degree Qualified or relevant experience.
• A minimum of 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in banking, financial or fintech segment.