Head, Commercial Banking SA

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

To develop and drive the implementation of the Commercial Banking SA Strategy in line with the Business and Commercial Banking Group strategy; by acquiring a deep understanding of the Commercial client base, thereby delivering appropriate financial solutions to clients. 

To Provide thought leadership and ensuring consistent integration, adoption, and application of toolbox/es across Commercial Banking SA. Accountable for segments & sectors client propositions, Strategy and Risk Appetite.

Qualifications

Post Graduate Degree in Business Commerce or Finance and Accounting

Experience

• More than 10 years’ experience in running a Business Segment is critical for this role (either BCB Head or CIB Head) or any segment or sector type experience either is also a consideration for this role.
• Experience in credit and leadership of teams (sales and segment teams), ability to navigate stakeholders and influence is critical.
• Experience in managing a portfolio of commercial or corporate banking clients, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, client financial analysis is a key requirement.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Convincing People
• Developing Strategies
• Embracing Change
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Generating Ideas
• Making Decisions
• Producing Output
• Pursuing Goals
• Showing Composure
• Taking Action
• Understanding People
• Valuing Individuals

Technical Competencies:

• Business Acumen (Audit)
• Economic Capital Management
• Financial Acumen
• Risk Reporting
• Risk Response Strategy
• Risk/ Reward Thinking
• Strategic Planning and Reporting