Assistant Manager, Relationship

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 support the Relationship Manager (RM) with the day to day running and maintenance of an allocated portfolio, by providing a central office-bound contact point to the customer.
  • Ensure that all documentation is up to date and contains all relevant information.
  • Manage the risks associated with new accounts, mandates and specimen signatures by adhering to risk and compliance requirements
  • Maintain accurate and up to date databases, spreadsheets and client account information.
  • Determine any additional customer demand that could be met whilst interacting with the customer. Refer all leads for new business opportunities to the RM.
  • Adhere to required compliance, legislative, regulatory, etc. requirements e.g., KYC.
  • Ensure that all new service requests (queries and complaints) are logged correctly and actioned within agreed timelines.
  • Stay abreast of the banks’ products and services in order to match customers’ needs with the bank’s offerings.
  • Explore alternative solutions in the event of declined facilities from Credit where feasible and prepare motivation for RM consideration.

Qualifications

First Degree

Experience Required

  • 3-4 years Previous portfolio management experience servicing a portfolio for Business or Commercial Banking clients.
  • Experience in a Branch sales and/or service role.
  • Experience in preparing Credit motivations and understanding of lending principles.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Developing Strategies
  • Establishing Rapport
  • Providing Insights
  • Understanding People
  • Valuing Individuals

Technical Competencies:

  • Data analytics
  • Financial Acumen
  • Process Governance
  • Risk Identification
  • Risk Response Strategy

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