JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUIREMENTS

About FairMoney:
FairMoney is a pioneering mobile banking institution specializing in extending credit to emerging markets. Established in 2017, the company currently operates primarily within Nigeria, and it has secured nearly €50 million in funding from renowned
global investors, including Tiger Global, DST, and Flourish Ventures.
In alignment with its vision, FairMoney is actively constructing the foremost mobile banking platform and point-of-sale (POS) solution tailored for emerging markets. The journey began with the introduction of a digital microcredit application exclusively available on Android and iOS devices.
Today, FairMoney has significantly expanded its range of services, encompassing a comprehensive suite of financial products, such as current accounts, savings accounts, debit cards, and state-of-the-art POS solutions designed to meet the needs of both merchants and agents.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university. Advanced degree (MBA or Master’s) is a plus.
• 5+ years of professional experience, preferably in management consulting, investment banking, high-growth startups, or operational roles within financial services.
• Proven ability to structure and solve complex problems using analytical frameworks and data-driven approaches.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills with a demonstrated ability to conduct rigorous analysis and build financial models.
• Highly resourceful, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Based in Nigeria or willing to relocate to Lagos, Nigeria.
• Bonus Points:
• Experience in the African market, particularly Nigeria.
• Prior experience in digital banking, fintech, or mobile money.

• Strategic Problem Solving & Analysis: Identify, structure, and analyze complex business problems across various functions (e.g., product, operations, marketing, expansion). Develop data-driven insights and recommendations to address these challenges and unlock opportunities for growth and efficiency.
• Project Ownership & Execution: Take ownership of strategic projects from initial scoping and planning through to implementation and monitoring. Drive projects forward proactively, ensuring timely completion and achievement of key objectives.
• Operational Improvement: Identify areas for operational improvement and efficiency gains across the organization. Develop and implement solutions to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and reduce costs.
• Market Research & Competitive Analysis: Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and industry benchmarking to inform strategic decision-making and identify emerging trends and best practices.
• Business planning: Build business plans and conduct analyses to support strategic initiatives, evaluate business cases, and assess potential risks and returns.
• Strategic Communication: Synthesize complex information, develop clear and concise narratives, and create compelling presentations and decks for senior management to communicate findings, recommendations, and project progress.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work effectively with diverse teams across product, technology, marketing, operations, and other departments to ensure seamless execution of strategic initiatives and drive alignment across the organization