Drive business growth, competitiveness and support the delivery of Trade sales strategy for the Bank across the regionDevelop product programmes for delivering trade volumes for key commodities with significant trade flows in the respective region - intra-African and extra-African. Work with the respective country heads of trade and business teams to originate package/structure and deliver trade finance transactions across a spectrum of sectors in the region.
Drive performance in the region to ensure the set target for market share, FX volume and revenue budgets are met in the regionMaintain good relationships with our correspondent bank partners and development financial institutions (DFIs) and secure required trade lines/loans at competitive termsGo on joint calls with Relationship teams and country heads of trade to deliver product pitch and train teamsAny other duties as may be assigned by Head Trade & GTS (African Subsidiaries) and /or CMDs/RMDsRequirementsBachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) an advantageRecognized professional certification in relevant field/sector (e. g. , CITF, ICC trade certification) are an advantageMinimum of 15 years banking experience, with at least 5 years in senior management roles in trade finance or transaction bankingProven experience in trade finance products, supply chain finance, structured trade, commodity finance, and letters of creditStrong exposure to Southern Africa markets (knowledge of regulatory, trade, and FX environments)Applications close on Thursday, 4th September 2025
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