Senior Market Researcher (Project-Based)

At Bondora, our mission is clear: to empower people to enjoy life more while alleviating the stress of managing finances. Founded in 2008, Bondora has proudly served a diverse community of over 1 million customers for an impressive 16 years.

As a rapidly growing financial technology company, we’re reaching new heights with a bold vision. We’re set to acquire a banking license, unlocking a world of possibilities for our customers. Our investment product is available Europe-wide, and we’re actively expanding our loan product footprint to 11 new countries.

Join us on this journey and let’s build the future of finance together!

What is this role about?

Bondora, a leading European fintech company, is seeking an expert market researcher to deliver a comprehensive analysis of the credit industry and market dynamics across seven European markets. Your insights will play a critical role in shaping our strategy as we continue driving innovation in the fintech space. This is a project-based role, offering the chance to work directly with Bondora’s marketing team on an impactful, high-visibility assignment.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Market Analysis: Conduct detailed research on societal, economic, and behavioral trends in seven European markets, identifying opportunities and challenges.
• Media Landscape: Deliver insights on media consumption patterns, digital penetration rates, and emerging communication trends in these regions.
• Industry Deep Dive: Analyze the European credit industry:
  • Perform category-level analyses and evaluate competitors’ positioning.
  • Assess marketing mixes, investments, and campaign strategies.
  • Uncover communication trends shaping the industry.
• Present Actionable Insights: Summarize findings into clear, visually engaging presentations that drive decision-making at Bondora.

What would ensure success in this role?

• 5+ years of experience conducting in-depth market research across multiple regions.
• Proven ability to transform complex data into visually compelling presentations that tell a clear story.
• Experience in the finance, credit, or fintech sector (highly preferred).
• Background in Big Four consulting firms or similar (a significant advantage).
• Ability to deliver rigorous, verifiable research using credible, disclosed data sources.

What We Value:

We are looking for someone meticulous, strategic, and passionate about uncovering insights that shape major business decisions. At Bondora, data quality matters, and we require results that reflect deep research and expertise.

Why This Project?

• Work with Bondora’s executive team on a strategic project impacting our growth across Europe.
• Enjoy the opportunity to research in an exciting, fast-growing fintech industry.
• Collaborate remotely with clear deliverables and a well-defined scope.

The next steps

If you’re an experienced market researcher eager to take on a project-based role with strategic importance, we’d love to hear from you. Please share the following:

1. Your portfolio showcasing similar projects.
2. A brief description of your approach to comprehensive market analysis.
3. Your timeline and availability for project completion.

If your offer is shortlisted, you will meet Daria Sööt, our Head of Brand. Your interview with Daria will give you a chance to share your experiences and approach to market research and discuss the project in detail. The chosen candidate will be contacted by the recruitment team with a proposal.

Join our team of Bondorians, and let's make it happen!

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