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Relationship Manager, Business Banking Job UBA Kenya

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JOB OBJECTIVE:

  • Delivering Liability and Asset growth targets per portfolio
  • Grow the customer base to increase fees and commissions
  • Contribution to the business growth targets through increased customer
    transaction-activity and deepening of customer share of wallet
  • Direct responsibility for building your portfolio through disciplined calling, and
    strategic positioning of the bank to the customers in this segment through
    increased product set, appropriate pricing structures and deploying the right
    solutions in line with customer requirements
  • Profit maximization through new business opportunities from new and existing
    clients through various marketing and networking initiatives
  • Develop both professional and personal relationships to solidify relationships with
    existing clients and prospects
  • Working closely with internal partners to be the Best for the Client. The role is
    closely aligned to Operations, Risk and Compliance. There are many interactions
    with these groups and this role requires the individual to play a leading role in this
    overall management function.

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  • Prospecting for new Corporate, Business Banking and high net worth clients and
    meet the set targets.
  • Developing and implementing business growth strategies for different
    clients/sectors for the bank.
  • Active management of existing clients including increasing wallet share.
  • Participating in presentations to clients and marketing drives and other
    relationship management activities.
  • Providing an interface between the bank, existing and prospective customers in
    order to maintain good customer relations, so as to meet customer needs within
    the strategic objective of the bank.
  • Prepare and submit credit proposals in conformity with Credit Policy guidelines
    and requirements in liaison with the Corporate Relationship Managers and to
    maintain a high standard of credit analysis.
  • 360 degree understanding of clients financial needs and all bank products and
    services.
  • Regular client visits/presentations and meetings with visit reports.
  • High level negotiation to get new and additional business.
  • Preparation of various reports including customized client proposals according to
    client need.
  • Coordination with various departments like credit, treasury etc. for delivery of
    seamless service to client.
  • Competitor and Industry analysis – Actively review and monitor competitor
    product offerings and monitor industry trends.
    KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
  • Seasoned banker with proven networks among Local Corporate, Business
    Banking and SME’s
  • Passionate, highly self – motivated, energetic and enthusiastic team player who is
    change oriented and customer focused.
  • Demonstrate an ability to build and manage relationships and influence various
    stakeholders to deliver business.
  • High networking skills with high level understanding of the financial sector needs
    for the different sectors of the economy.
  • Results oriented and an excellent communicator both orally and in writing.

KEY COMPETENSES & SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Managing an active portfolio size of at least US$ 5m.
  • Good working knowledge of credit analysis.
  • Strong presentation and PowerPoint skills.
  • Must possess very good analytical skills.
  • Must possess a high level of integrity.
  • Ability to work independently, consult and clarify where necessary and make
    informed and firm decisions.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and develop relationships.
  • Must be pro-active, a self-starter and have the ability to anticipate and advice
    on strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
  • Ability to work through teams, deliver high quality work within deadlines, and to
    meet team objectives.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and oral, including the ability to
    convey ideas and positions clearly.
  • Strong numerical skills and financial acumen to analyse, evaluate and identify
    trends in complex consolidated financial statements, balance sheets and ratios.
  • A sound understanding of cash – flow cycles pertaining to the industry being
    analysed.
  • Good knowledge of trade finance practices and procedures.
  • Good knowledge of cash management solutions.
  • A thorough knowledge of multi-level products available to business banking
    customers (features & benefits) and pricing structures.
  • A good knowledge of competitor offerings and structures.
  • A strong working knowledge of the terms and conditions of multiple legal entities
    (companies, close corporations, sole proprietorships etc.).
  • Negotiation skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Statistic,
    Marketing or other business related field from a well-recognized institution.
  • Other Professional courses will be an added advantage.

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