Senior Business Analyst, Institutional Banking & Distribution, Business Development

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international bank is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to drive business development in Institutional Banking focused on Sub-Saharan Africa. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in financial analysis and relationship management, and will support client onboarding, compliance, and strategic initiatives. Benefits include a generous pension contribution, life assurance, and various health subsidies.

Benefits

Up to 10% employer pension contribution

Life Assurance

Income protection

Private Medical Insurance

Gym subsidy

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Travel loan

Generous annual leave

GAYE scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with Financial Institutions and credit analysis.
• Understanding of UK regulatory environment expected.
• Experience in the African market is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic business initiatives in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Manage and enhance profitability of African FI relationships.
• Prepare credit applications and ensure compliance with KYC requirements.

Skills

Financial analysis

KYC/KYB processes

Risk assessment

Relationship management

French language skills

Tools

Moody’s Risk Rating tools

Job description

Senior Business Analyst, Institutional Banking & Distribution, Business Development

FirstBank UK is a globally recognized, 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 initiatives.

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.
• Assist in origination and onboarding of new clients, supporting revenue growth.
• Prepare and deliver credit applications for review by Credit Risk, demonstrating strong financial analysis skills.
• Ensure compliance with KYC and KYB requirements, including full reviews and onboarding processes.
• Coordinate with the Business Risk Review team to complete client reviews and memos on time.
• Monitor financial statement review deadlines and facilitate necessary approvals.
• Assist in limit extension requests and system limit adjustments post-approval.
• Distribute weekly financial limits reports and handle client queries efficiently.
• Support prospecting, due diligence, and portfolio management activities.

Experience / Knowledge:

• Experience with Financial Institutions, UK regulatory environment, and credit analysis.
• Understanding of KYC/KYB processes for FI clients and international trade finance.
• Experience in the African market is highly advantageous.
• French language skills are desirable.
• Familiarity with financial statement analysis, Moody’s Risk Rating tools, and research skills.

Benefits include:

• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Life Assurance, Income protection, Private Medical Insurance
• Gym subsidy, Cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Program
• Travel loan, generous annual leave, GAYE scheme

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