Skills

Communication Problem Solving Data Analysis Market research Research Attention to detail

Job Specifications

PSE Consulting is one of Europe's leading payments consulting firms. Established in London in 1991, PSE is widely recognised across the payments industry for its high-quality expertise. We work for many of the world's most innovative retailers and payments firms in the UK, Europe, the Americas and Australasia.

We are looking for a highly competent Financial Analyst who will join the company at the level of Consultant. Shortlisted candidates are likely to have an accountancy qualification or finance credentials and have three years or more experience in working with card scheme (Visa and Mastercard) data, either at one of the schemes, at a bank or an acquirer. They will also need the ability to communicate their findings and analysis on slides so must be able to offer both Excel and PowerPoint at an advanced level, and expect to be tested in these skills. Key to success will be scrupulous attention to detail and a methodical working style.

The Financial Analyst is anticipated to require 37.5 hours a week (full time), based principally in the PSE offices in Borough (SE1). The role will entail working within PSE's consulting teams in delivery of client assignments. Responsibilities will include:

Maintenance of a key resource used across a range of projects
Creating and updating financial models and data analysis
Researching and collating market information and data
Creating and delivering client presentations
Project co-ordination
Carrying out consumer/merchant market research

The company is engaged in a wide range of projects for our blue-chip client base. These vary enormously so there is always something new of interest for the team to get to grips with. The firm comprises a friendly small team with the opportunity to develop your own niche.

Applicants must have:

A finance or accountancy qualification or significant experience in activities such as costs audits, business case construction, pricing and profitability analyses
Good first-hand knowledge and experience of card payments economics and in particular card scheme fees
Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities
Strong academic achievements
Robust Excel skills and confidence with a high level of analytical work, data and charting
Strong skills in other Microsoft applications, particularly PowerPoint
Ability to understand and communicate findings of analysis and research succinctly, both orally and in writing
Willingness to undertake a wide variety of tasks
Problem solving and planning skills
Fluent and accurate written English and oral communication ability
At least five years' business experience

We are offering an indicative full-time salary of PS55,000 to PS70,000 plus bonus, depending on experience, with the opportunity to accelerate rapidly.

Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter specific to this role, as well as CV (please combine with CV to upload as a single document). Applications without a covering letter will be disregarded.

About the Company

PSE Consulting - PSE (Payment Systems Europe Limited), based in London, UK, was formed in 1991 as a specialist business and technology payment systems consulting company. The company is highly regarded for its advisory knowledge, expertise and independence. It is well established within the UK, continental Europe and the Middle East. PSE has worked with and completed assignments for many of Europe's leading financial institutions, retailers, payment systems operators, as well as the major international and domestic European ... Know more