Senior Data Analyst - Strategy

Bayut & dubizzle have the unique distinction of being iconic, homegrown brands with a strong presence across the seven emirates in the UAE. Connecting millions of users across the country, we are committed to delivering the best online search experience. As part of Dubizzle Group, we are alongside some of the strongest classified brands in the market. With a collective strength of 5 brands, we have more than 123 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs. As a Senior Data Analyst - Strategy, you will work closely with the Strategy team to improve processes, services, products, and software through analysis. You will share a continuous focus on growth with the business leaders and will be co-responsible for building out the dubizzle/Bayut brand. In this role, you will: - Collaborate closely with the strategy team - translating complex datasets into actionable growth roadmaps for the Executive Committee and C-suite. - Act as a strategic partner to Senior Leadership, identifying high-value opportunities in growth, pricing elasticity, and operational efficiency. - Collaborate cross-functionally with the leadership team to align and make sure company-level targets are being met. - Design executive-level BI dashboards that enable real-time, data-driven decision-making for regional stakeholders. - Act as main POC between Analytics and Strategy teams, and execute with strong project management skills. - Lead end-to-end analytics projects from data extraction and modelling to presenting strategic recommendations that directly influence P&L. - Be able to work autonomously without supervision on complex projects. - Develop data-driven automation initiatives to optimise business processes and maximise revenue across diverse portfolios. - Manage complex analytics roadmaps, prioritising competing business requests based on potential commercial impact and feasibility. - Leverage advanced SQL and Python/R to perform deep-dive analysis on high-volume, multi-source datasets. - Occasionally do some project management in analytics-heavy projects. - Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, integrating the analytics function into project kick-offs and top-level strategic discussions. - Champion data integrity and security, establishing high-standard coding protocols and centralised glossaries to ensure high-quality output. - Set up processes and SOPs (standard operating procedures). - Build and maintain a "single source of truth" by unifying data intelligence across fragmented business units and digital platforms. - Deliver projects within the agreed deadlines or involve other analysts to support to ensure they are met. - Mentor junior team members, review and validate their output. Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Statistics. A Master's degree is a plus. - 6+ years of work experience in a strategy/business analytics/sales enabler role. - Experience working closely with the product in an internet/e-commerce company. - Experience in e-commerce, internet and/or digital media. - Proficient in SQL. - Proficient in Microsoft Excel / Dashboard Tools. - Strong problem-solving skills. - Commercial and Financial concepts. - Ability to crunch heavy data, build insights and drive operational decision making. - Excellent analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to translate data and information into actionable insights and business recommendations. - Exceptional project management skills and attention to detail. - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. - Storytelling. - Analytical thinking; Conceptual thinking. - Assertive. - Thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment. - Living the team values: Simpler. Better. Faster. - Able to handle pressure well. Benefits: - A fast paced, high performing team. - Multicultural environment with over 60 different nationalities - Competitive Tax-free Salary - Comprehensive Health Insurance - Annual Air Ticket Allowance - Employee discounts at multiple vendors across the emirates - Rewards & Recognitions - Learning & Development Bayut & dubizzle is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #UAEdubizzle