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Head, Transaction Banking

Posted:Mar 13

Company Details
Name:Standard Bank Group
Industry: Banking
Website: http://www.standardbank.com/
Description: Standard Bank Group is the largest African banking group by assets offering a full range of banking and related financial services. "Africa is our home, we drive her growth” Our vision is to be the leading financial services organisation in, for and across Africa, delivering exceptional client… Standard Bank Group is the largest African banking group by assets offering a full range of banking and related financial services. "Africa is our home, we drive her growth” Our vision is to be the leading financial services organisation in, for and across Africa, delivering exceptional client experiences and superior value. This sets the primary goals and standard of excellence we intend to achieve in the medium term. With a heritage of over 150 years, we have an on-the-ground presence in 20 countries in sub‑Saharan Africa; fit-for-purpose representation outside Africa; and a strategic partnership with the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC). In line with the realities of risk, regulation, technology and competition that characterise our operating context, we continue to invest significantly in our diversified operations; our people and culture; our systems and infrastructure; and our brand. In doing so, we understand that our commercial success and social relevance over the long term depends on placing our clients at the centre of everything we do, and ensures that the outcomes of our activities are a catalyst for growth on this continent we call home. The long-term foreign currency ratings for The Standard Bank of South Africa, the single largest operating entity within the Standard Bank Group, are: Fitch Ratings BBB- (negative), Moody’s Baa2 (negative) and Standard & Poor’s BBB- (negative). The group is listed on the JSE Limited, share code SBK, and the Namibian Stock Exchange, share code SNB. The largest bank in the world, ICBC, is a 20.1% shareholder in the group. Other than the 20.1% ICBC shareholding, 32.9% of Standard Bank’s shareholder base is foreign. We subscribe to the Code of Banking Practice, a set of principles governing banking in South Africa and ensuring the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and fairness. View more View less
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Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Banking
Job Description

Job Description

This role focuses on influencing and disrupting Transactional Banking priorities to strengthen and retain the bank’s franchise positioning within Kenya. It is centered on establishing a strong franchise presence across client ecosystems by delivering fit‑for‑purpose solutions in emerging sectors and segments. The role also drives and supports a fast‑moving, entrepreneurial team with a strong ambition to win.

Qualifications

  • Type of Qualification: First Degree
  • Field of Study:  Business Commerce or related from a recognized Institution.

Experience Required

  • At least 10 years management experience and thorough working knowledge of a Transactional Banking environment with good exposure to Transactional products, client facing experience & the value chain.
  • At least 3 - 4 years' experience and  proven track record in contributing and influencing key decisions on boards and committees.
  • A demonstrated ability to understand and solution product structuring including interdependencies & synergies across product lines.
  • A Proven ability to lead teams across the multitude of products and focus areas. Detailed understanding of Local regulatory requirements.
  • A strong understanding of the FinTech and digital disruption in the financial services environment.
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