Data Analyst

• •About the role This role exists to build an outward-facing, research-driven view of the markets Bir Ecosystem operates in — cash turnover dynamics, e-commerce activity, and banking sector trends. The position is deliberately structured to protect the analyst's time from ad hoc requests and recurring/routine reporting cycles, so that the majority of effort is directed toward original hypotheses, structured research, and external market intelligence that inform strategic decision-making at the ecosystem level. Unlike traditional internal analytics roles, success here is measured by the quality, rigor, and originality of independent research — not by the volume of internal, ad hoc, or operational reporting produced.

Ad hoc requests and internal operational reporting will remain part of the job, as they do for any analyst, but they are not the main point of the position

• •the center of gravity is external, market-oriented research, including recurring market reports that carry embedded analysis and need to be kept current. RequirementsBachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Statistics, or a related quantitative/business field

Master's degree is a plus but not requiredWorking proficiency in SQL for independent data extraction and validationAbility to build clear data visualizations to support a research narrativeAbility to design and deliver professional slide decks / presentationsFluent verbal and written EnglishPrior experience at a large, established organization — explicitly

• •a major Telecom operator, a major Bank, or a Big 4 firmBackground in market research, strategy, competitive intelligence, or economic/financial analysisExposure to the payments, e-commerce, or banking/fintech sectors specificallyStrong critical thinking — able to question assumptions, identify weak logic, and pursue evidence rather than confirm a predetermined conclusionExcellent articulation — able to structure and communicate complex findings simply, in both English and Azerbaijani, to non-technical senior audiencesGenuine intellectual curiosity and comfort with ambiguity — this role requires generating its own questions, not waiting for a requestSolid grounding in business and economics fundamentals — market structure, competitive dynamics, macroeconomic indicators, financial/banking sector logicResearch discipline — comfortable designing a hypothesis, gathering evidence, and revising a view when the evidence doesn't support itSelf-direction — able to prioritize and structure independent work without close day-to-day supervisionObligationsDesign and pursue independent research questions and hypotheses on cash turnover trends, ecommerce growth, and banking/fintech market dynamics in Azerbaijan and comparable marketsMonitor, collect, and synthesize external market data — industry reports, competitor activity, regulatory shifts, macroeconomic indicators — into structured analysesTranslate market observations into testable hypotheses, validate them with available data, and articulate findings with clear business implicationsBuild and present concise, decision-oriented narratives (slide decks, briefs) for senior stakeholders based on original research rather than routine reportingTrack competitive and market positioning of Bir Ecosystem's products (Birbank, Birmarket, m10, and related verticals) against the broader marketOwn and keep current a set of recurring, externally-oriented market reports with embedded analysis and insights (e.g. cash turnover trend updates, e-commerce and banking sector pulse reports)Collaborate with strategy, product, and business teams to feed external market perspective into planning cyclesMaintain a lightweight, well-documented body of research (methodology, sources, assumptions) that can be revisited and built upon over timeHandle occasional ad hoc and internal data requests as they arise, without letting them displace the primary external-research mandateBenefitsOpportunity to learn through workingFamiliarity with a real banking environmentGaining practical knowledge and experienceDevelopment of communication and customer service skillsImproving teamwork abilitiesSupport from a professional mentorChance to build a future career at Bir EcosysemAbout us Working at Bir ecosystem means creating value through technology, delivering meaningful impact to people, and building the solutions of tomorrow today. Our teams operate through open dialogue, rapid decision-making, and a culture of continuous improvement. Our offices are places where ideas emerge, products take shape, and technology enables those ideas to become reality. At Bir ecosystem, we positively impact the daily lives of millions of individuals and thousands of businesses through simple, reliable, and innovative solutions. The Fintech business (Birbank), Payments business (m10/MilliÖn), and E-commerce business (Birmarket) together form the country’s first fully integrated digital ecosystem. Driven by the professionalism and expertise of our teams, the products we develop help shape new habits and contribute to the growth of the country’s digital culture. Working here means growing within Bir ecosystem — an environment rich with opportunity. Diverse areas of expertise, multiple products, and continuous learning opportunities create the environment to unlock your potential and advance your career.