Optasia is a fully-integrated B2B2X financial technology platform covering scoring, financial decisioning, disbursement & collection. We provide a versatile AI Platform powering financial inclusion, delivering responsible financing decision-making and driving a superior business model & strong customer experience with presence in 39 Countries anchored by 7 Regional Offices.
The Data Intelligence Lead APAC will be responsible for leading the regional analytics function, with a strong emphasis on commercial impact. The role requires expertise in data analysis, market evaluation, and opportunity identification, as well as the ability to initiate and implement new data strategies. The successful candidate will be a fast adopter and initiator, capable of building and managing regional data lakes to enhance business intelligence.
What you will do
- Analyze regional business data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for commercial improvement.
- Conduct market analysis to assess regional performance and competitive positioning.
- Collaborate with telecom and banking teams to support loan product strategies and optimize business outcomes.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the region.
- Proactively identify, collect, and integrate new data sets to strengthen analytics capabilities and business intelligence.
- Design, implement, and manage data lakes for the region to support scalable and efficient data storage and analysis.
- Present actionable insights and strategic recommendations to senior management for decision-making.
- Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all analytics processes.
- Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in fintech analytics.
- Demonstrate a fast-adopting, initiative-driven approach to new tools, methodologies, and business challenges.
What you will bring
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
- Proven experience in a commercial analytics role, preferably within fintech, telecom, or banking sectors.
- Strong analytical and commercial skills with expertise in data mining, statistical analysis, and market research.
- Demonstrated ability to identify business opportunities and drive commercial growth through data insights.
- Hands-on experience in designing and managing data lakes and large-scale data environments.
- Proficiency in analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Experience in sourcing and integrating new data sets is highly desirable.
- Fast adopter of new technologies and a proactive initiator.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
Why you should apply
What we offer:
💸 Competitive remuneration package
🏝 Extra day off on your birthday
💰 Performance-based bonus scheme
📲 💻 All the tech gear you need to work smart
Optasia’s Perks:
🎌 Be a part of a multicultural working environment
🎯 Meet a very unique and promising business and industry
🌌 🌠 Gain insights for tomorrow market’s foreground
🎓 A solid career path within our working family is ready for you
📚 Continuous training and access to online training platforms
Optasia’s Values 🌟
#1 Drive to Thrive: Fully dedicated to evolving. We welcome all challenges and learning opportunities.
#2 Customer-First Mindset: We go above and beyond to meet our partners’ and clients’ expectations.
#3 Bridge the Gap: Knowledge is shared, information is exchanged and every opinion counts.
#4 Go-Getter Spirit: We are results oriented. We identify any shortcomings that hold us back and step up to do what’s needed.
#5 Together we will do it: We are committed to supporting one another and to understanding and respecting different perspectives, as we aim to reach our common goals.
