Market Intelligence Analyst

Company:
Payments and Commerce Market Intelligence (PCMI)**

Location:
Medellín, Colombia (Full-Time Independent Contractor – U.S.-Based Firm)**

Start Date:
Late January 2026

About Payments and Commerce Market Intelligence (PCMI)

Payments and Commerce Market Intelligence (PCMI) is a leading independent strategy and market intelligence consultancy focused on the global payments industry. We advise Fortune 500 corporations, fintechs, banks, investors, and development institutions on how to navigate the evolving payments industry across the globe. Our work spans key sectors including
fintech, banking, lending, consumer payments, B2B payments, digital assets
,
financial inclusion, loyalty, and more.

As a
high-growth consulting firm
serving global clients, PCMI offers
exceptional opportunities for personal and professional growth
—but those opportunities come with high expectations. We pay competitively, and in return, we demand excellence, accountability, and intellectual rigor from every member of our team.

Position Overview

The
Market Intelligence Analyst
will join PCMI's consulting project teams to deliver strategic, data-driven insights to clients operating primarily in the Americas but in other global markets as needed. This role is ideal for motivated professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrate strong analytical discipline, and are passionate about the evolving digital transformation of financial services in Latin America and beyond.

Work intensity varies with project volumes, so our analysts must be ready to
put in extra time when needed
to meet tight deadlines. We value
emotional intelligence, initiative, and self-motivation
—traits that define success in PCMI's high-performance culture.

Our Medellín analyst team will include an on-site supervisor, but analysts are expected to
take full ownership of their work
and pursue excellence with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct
  desk and field research
  using primary and secondary sources to assess market trends, competitor strategies, and investment opportunities.
• Support the design and execution of
  surveys, expert interviews, and stakeholder consultations
  .
• Perform
  industry analyses based on research results
  to inform client strategies.
• Prepare
  client-ready presentations, reports, and written deliverables
  in PowerPoint and Word.
• Manage
  project timelines, quality control, and internal communication
  .
• Leverage
  AI-enhanced tools
  to accelerate data collection and insight generation.
• Participate in
  client calls and internal briefings
  , contributing concise, analytical insights.

Training and Development

PCMI provides structured, hands-on training in:

• Desk and field research methodologies
• Executive interviewing and qualitative analysis
• Survey design and data management
• Project and time management under consulting deadlines
• AI-assisted data analysis and visualization
• Professional writing and presentation design
• Client relationship and account management
• High Performance Coaching

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in
  Economics, Finance, Business, International Relations,
  or a related field (graduate degree a plus)
• Minimum of two years
  of relevant experience in consulting, market research, analytics, or related disciplines, with exposure to the finance, banking or fintech industries. We also welcome candidates who performed market intelligence/research roles at a payments or fintech company or bank
• Fluency in Spanish and English
  (spoken and written);
  Portuguese
  or other languages are an advantage
• Strong analytical, writing, and organizational skills
• High level of
  attention to detail
  —clients expect precision and perfection in every deliverable
• Proficiency in
  Excel and PowerPoint
  required; familiarity with
  Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools
  a plus
• Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver under pressure

Preferred Attributes

• Demonstrated interest in
  the global financial services and technology industries
• Strong
  emotional intelligence
  and communication skills
• A proactive, self-motivated approach to problem-solving
• Ability to
  adapt to changing workloads
  and maintain composure under tight deadlines
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous learning and coaching

Why Join PCMI

At PCMI, you'll work at the intersection of
banking, payments, finance, and technology
, helping shape corporate and investment decisions by the world's most exciting financial companies, including Visa, Mastercard, Amazon, PayPal, Nubank, MercadoPago and Ant Financial. You'll gain exposure to high-level consulting projects, develop an elite analytical skill set, and work alongside
success-minded
individuals who value
precision, integrity, and tenacity
.

Our analysts grow quickly, taking on increasing responsibility as they demonstrate mastery. If you're ambitious, detail-oriented, and eager to accelerate your consulting career in an intellectually demanding environment, PCMI offers a world-class platform to do so.

Start Date:
Late January 2026

Location:
Medellín, Colombia

Engagement Type:
Full-Time Independent Contractor (U.S.-Based Firm)

TO APPLY:

• Fill in this questionnaire:
• Send your CV in English to
  
  with the subject line
  Market Research Analyst – Medellín – [Your name]