Hussain Bashir

Quantitative and data analyst with 4+ years of experience analysing financial and operational data, developing quantitative risk models, monitoring trends and anomalies, and building automated reporting solutions using SQL, Python, R, Power BI and Excel. Experienced in translating complex datasets into structured analysis that supports evidence-based decision-making, with demonstrated experience developing risk-assessment models across 30+ financial instruments and automating reporting workflows that reduced manual processing time by approximately 40%. Strong analytical foundation across risk assessment, quantitative modelling, data quality investigation, trend analysis, anomaly detection, financial analysis and performance reporting.

Experienced in validating analytical outputs, investigating discrepancies and communicating technical findings clearly to non-technical audiences. Seeking to apply this quantitative and risk-analytics background to consumer credit risk, portfolio monitoring and risk-focused product decision-making.

Quantitative & Data Analyst, Financial Markets - E-Know Trading Academy Limited - Lagos, Nigeria

(2022-06)

• Built and automated SQL- and Power BI-based reporting pipelines, reducing manual processing time by approximately 40% and establishing a repeatable workflow for ongoing analysis and performance reporting.
• Analysed recurring financial-market datasets using SQL, Python and R to identify trends, anomalies and data patterns, improving the speed and consistency of analytical review.
• Developed quantitative risk-assessment models covering position sizing, capital preservation and risk-to-reward analysis across 30+ forex, commodity and index instruments.
• Monitored financial and market data to identify unusual patterns, investigate discrepancies and validate analytical outputs before incorporating findings into reports and decision-making.
• Analysed CPI, GDP, employment data and interest-rate decisions to assess relationships between macroeconomic conditions and market movements and incorporate evidence into forward-looking analysis.
• Produced 200+ structured analytical case studies, translating quantitative findings into clear, evidence-based insights for non-technical audiences.
• Applied a verification-focused approach to analytical work by testing observed patterns, challenging anomalous results and investigating data inconsistencies before reporting conclusions.
• Developed recurring analytical reports and dashboards to communicate trends, performance indicators and risk-related findings in an accessible format.

Operations & Production Manager - BMH Interior & Paint Production - Lagos, Nigeria

(2016-08 - 2024-09)

• Used production, inventory and operational data to support scheduling, identify workflow constraints and reduce operational disruptions.
• Produced recurring performance reports and operational analyses used by management to support planning and business decisions.
• Analysed operational processes and real-world constraints to identify areas for process improvement and improve the consistency of recurring workflows.
• Worked directly with operational data to investigate performance issues and translate findings into practical actions.

Financial Content Reviewer - Independent Financial Content Reviewer - Freelance / AI Training Platforms

• Fact-checked financial and market-related content, verifying quantitative and financial claims for accuracy before use in AI model training.
• Applied structured analytical judgement to identify unsupported, inconsistent or inaccurate financial information.

B.Sc. (Hons) - Industrial Chemistry - University of Ilorin (2024)