Senior Business Analyst, Institutional Banking & Distribution, Business Development

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank seeks a Senior Business Analyst for its Cardiff office to support growth in Sub-Saharan Africa. The role involves managing financial institution relationships and utilizing analytical skills for compliance and profitability. Candidates should have strong financial acumen and preferably experience in the African market.

Benefits

Up to 10% employer pension contribution

Life assurance

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Gym subsidy

Annual leave starting at 25 days

Qualifications

• Experience with Financial Institutions and UK regulatory knowledge.
• Understanding of International Trade Finance.
• Experience in the African market is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support business strategy in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Manage existing relationships and enhance profitability.
• Drive new business origination and client retention.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Statement Analysis

KYC Compliance

Client Retention

Relationship Management

International Trade Finance

French Language Skills

Job description

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Senior Business Analyst, Institutional Banking & Distribution, Business Development, Cardiff

Client:

FirstBank UK Limited

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Senior Business Analyst, Institutional Banking & Distribution, Business Development

FirstBank UK is a globally recognised, top-tier bank providing world-class services to institutions and individuals. With over 10 million active customers and more than 700 locations, it is the oldest African bank in the UK. We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to support our business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Wholesale Banking & Financing Solution and Deputy Head of Institutional Banking & Distribution in driving IB business strategy in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Manage existing African FI relationships and enhance profitability in line with the Bank’s risk appetite and strategic goals.

Key Skills/Experience:

• Support Relationship Managers in achieving departmental budgets.
• Drive new business origination, onboarding, and client retention.
• Prepare credit applications for review, with strong analytical skills and understanding of financial statement analysis.
• Ensure compliance with KYC/KYB requirements and complete related reviews.
• Monitor financial statement review deadlines and coordinate approvals.
• Prepare limit extension requests and manage system limits.
• Distribute financial limits reports weekly.
• Handle customer queries efficiently.
• Assist in prospecting, due diligence, and portfolio management.

Experience / Knowledge:

• Experience with Financial Institutions, UK regulatory knowledge, credit analysis, KYC & KYB requirements, research, and analytical skills.
• Understanding of International Trade Finance.
• Experience in the African market is advantageous.
• French language skills are desirable.
• Experience with audited financial statements and risk rating tools like Moody’s.

Benefits:

• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance, income protection, private medical insurance
• Eye care contributions, gym subsidy, cycle scheme
• Employee assistance program, season ticket loan
• Annual leave starting at 25 days, increasing with service

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