Assistant Relationship Manager, Commercial Banking

About the Role

Stanbic IBTC Bank, a member of Standard Bank Group, is looking for a dedicated Assistant Relationship Manager, Commercial Banking to join its dynamic team. This role is central to delivering proactive, value-adding support services to Commercial Banking clients, ensuring efficient transaction processing and seamless operational support for Relationship Managers.

As part of a full-service financial institution with a strong footprint across Nigeria, you will play a key role in strengthening client relationships while gaining exposure to credit analysis, portfolio management, and business banking operations within a highly reputable organisation.

• Provide proactive and value-adding support services to Commercial Banking clients to improve efficiency and reduce transaction processing times.
• Serve as a support and backup for Relationship Managers in managing client portfolios.
• Assist in preparing credit motivations and applying sound lending principles.
• Verify applications and ensure accurate submission of client documentation.
• Support account opening, maintenance, and customer acceptance processes.
• Utilise product-related systems to deliver efficient and accurate banking services.
• Build strong understanding of customer needs to enhance service delivery.
• Interpret data and document facts accurately to support decision-making.

• First Degree in Business, Commerce, or a related field.
• A professional qualification is an added advantage.
• 3 - 4 years of relevant experience in portfolio management, servicing Business or Commercial Banking clients.
• Experience in a branch sales and/or service role is required.
• Sound understanding of lending principles and experience preparing credit motivations.
• Strong skills in examining information, interpreting data, and articulating findings clearly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Familiarity with customer acceptance and review procedures, as well as account opening and maintenance processes.

• Opportunity to work with a leading financial services group in Nigeria.
• Exposure to diverse commercial banking operations and client portfolios.
• Structured career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative work environment within a reputable international banking group.
• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive employee benefits.

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