Senior Business Analyst, Institutional Banking & Distribution, Business Development

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank, FirstBank UK, is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to enhance business development within Institutional Banking. The role involves driving strategy in Sub-Saharan Africa, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This position offers competitive benefits including pension contributions and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Up to 10% pension contribution

Life assurance

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Gym subsidy

Cycle scheme

Employee assistance

Season ticket loan

25-30 days leave

GAYE scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in the financial services sector, particularly with Financial Institutions.
• Understanding of credit analysis and compliance regulations.
• Experience working within or knowledge of the African market is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Wholesale Banking in driving business strategy.
• Manage existing relationships with African financial institutions.
• Conduct financial analysis and ensure compliance with KYC/KYB.

Skills

Financial Institutions

Credit Analysis

KYC/KYB Compliance

Portfolio Management

Client Onboarding

Financial Statement Analysis

International Trade Finance

French Language

Job description

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

Client:

FirstBank UK Limited

Location:

Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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 development efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Wholesale Banking & Financing Solutions 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 targets.

Key Skills/Experience:

• Support Relationship Managers in achieving departmental budgets.
• Drive new business origination and client onboarding.
• Prepare credit applications and conduct financial statement analysis.
• Ensure compliance with KYC/KYB requirements and coordinate with risk review teams.
• Monitor financial statement review schedules and manage limit extensions.
• Handle customer queries and support portfolio management.

Experience / Knowledge:

• Experience in Financial Institutions, UK regulatory environment, and credit analysis.
• Understanding of International Trade Finance.
• Experience in the African market and French language skills are advantageous.

Benefits include:

• Up to 10% pension contribution, life assurance, income protection, private medical insurance, gym subsidy, cycle scheme, employee assistance, season ticket loan, 25-30 days leave, GAYE scheme.

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