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Seyi James Popoola

@seyijamespopoola

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Analytical financial engineer transitioning into trading and market analysis.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role in trading or quantitative analysis where I can apply data-driven decision-making, build market models, work in a collaborative, performance-focused team, and grow into higher-responsibility trading operations.

I am a Master's graduate in Financial and Mathematical Engineering with practical experience turning complex data into strategic business insights. My background spans business insights, strategic growth analysis, and client support across remote and international roles.

At Cudium and Preferred Integrated Service I created dashboards, reports, and maintained reliable data systems that improved decision-making and operational efficiency. I have developed financial models and market analysis that informed investment decisions and identified new opportunities.

I bring strong analytical thinking, data-driven decision-making, and the calmness under pressure needed for trading. I combine technical familiarity (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python) with hands-on experience in CRM and order management systems.

I lead and mentor through initiatives like the Data Analysis Peer Network and digital inclusion projects, and I am eager to apply my quantitative training and strategic insight to trading operations and market-facing roles.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Business Insights Analyst

Current

Cudium

Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)

Collected and analyzed data to identify business trends, risks, and growth opportunities and created dashboards and visualizations that informed decision-making and improved client outcomes.

Data Analysis Power BI Tableau)SQL Excel)Dashboards Data Visualization Reporting

Current

Data & Business Support Specialist

Current

Preferred Integrated Service

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Managed and maintained accurate business and client data records, prepared reports that improved workflow efficiency, and collaborated to streamline processes and enhance service delivery.

Data Entry Data Management Reporting Excel)CRM Process Improvement

Technical Support

AT&T

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)

Diagnosed and resolved hardware, software, and network issues, documented incidents in ticketing systems, and managed user accounts to ensure compliance with security standards and high customer satisfaction.

Technical Support Ticketing Systems Customer Service Account Management Documentation

Client Support Analyst

Gsb Quest

Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 11 months)

Delivered multi-channel client support, verified and input client information with precision, and coordinated across departments to align client solutions with organizational goals.

client support Data Entry Documentation CRM

Strategic Insights Analyst

Peixone

Jan 2020 - Dec 2023 (3 years 11 months)

Developed financial models and market analysis reports to guide investment decisions, forecasted market trends from complex data sets, and communicated insights that influenced leadership strategy.

Financial Modeling Market Analysis Forecasting Presentation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Brno University of Technology

Master of Science, Mathematical Engineering

2019 - 2023

Activities and societies: Student Ambassador (Erasmus); Founder & Coordinator - Data Analysis Peer Network; organized workshops and mentorship activities.

Completed a Master of Science in Mathematical Engineering through an Erasmus program with study components at Brno University of Technology and the University of L'Aquila, focusing on mathematical methods for engineering and finance.

University of L'Aquila

Master of Science, Mathematical Engineering

2019 - 2023

Activities and societies: Student Ambassador (Erasmus); collaborative research and international exchange activities.

Participated in the Erasmus component of the MSc in Mathematical Engineering with coursework and collaboration at the University of L'Aquila alongside Brno University of Technology.

WorldQuant University

Master of Science, Financial Engineering

2020 - 2022

Activities and societies: Student Ambassador; contributed to community engagement and virtual events on computational finance.

Earned a Master of Science in Financial Engineering with focus on quantitative finance and computational methods for trading and investment analysis.

University of Ilorin

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

2012 - 2016

Activities and societies: Mentorship and peer-led tutorials; involvement in student research and academic networks.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with specialization in Pure Mathematics, covering advanced theoretical and applied mathematical topics.