PROTEGE - Retail Banking & Customer Relationship

Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 17,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured coaching and mentorship

Hands‑on sales exposure

Professional development and career‑re

Real business experience with Maybank

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Maybank is launching the PROTÉGÉ Programme for fresh graduates to gain real business exposure within ASEAN's leading financial institution. You will learn relationship-building, advisory skills, and how to grow customer portfolios while working toward performance targets in a structured setting.

The programme offers coaching, mentorship, and hands-on exposure to sales and customer engagement, helping you accelerate your career in banking and customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized institution.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia; other languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with customers by understanding their financial needs and providing excellent service.
• Promote and recommend suitable banking products and solutions that align with customers' goals, lifestyles, and financial requirements.
• Support customer acquisition and portfolio growth initiatives through proactive engagement and business development activities.
• Achieve individual and team sales targets through effective relationship management, with structured coaching and guidance provided throughout the programme.
• Deliver a positive customer experience by addressing enquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring timely follow‑up on customer requests.
• Participate in sales campaigns, branch activities, roadshows, and customer engagement initiatives to increase product awareness and business growth.
• Collaborate with branch and business teams to identify opportunities, generate leads, and contribute to overall business objectives.
• Continuously enhance product knowledge, sales techniques, and industry awareness through training, coaching, and on‑the‑job learning opportunities.
• Maintain compliance with the Bank's policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements in all customer interactions and business activities.
• Contribute to a high‑performance culture by demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and a strong commitment to achieving results.

Skills

People engagement

Communication

Sales orientation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

PROTEGE - Retail Banking & Customer Relationship

Ready to Build a Career That Puts You at the Heart of People, Business & Success?

Maybank proudly supports the PROTÉGÉ Programme, a national talent initiative championed by the Government of Malaysia to develop future-ready graduates and empower young Malaysians with meaningful industry experience.

If you're someone who enjoys connecting with people, achieving goals, influencing decisions, and helping customers find solutions that truly fit their needs, this opportunity is for you.

Why Join Us?

At Maybank, you won't just learn about banking. You'll learn how to build relationships, create opportunities, and make an impact.

You will receive:

Structured coaching and mentorship from experienced professionals

Hands‑on exposure to sales and customer engagement

Professional development and career readiness training

Real business experience with one of ASEAN's leading financial institutions

Opportunities to grow your confidence, communication and commercial skills

What You'll Be Doing

Meet and engage with customers from diverse backgrounds

Understand customer needs and recommend suitable banking products and solutions

Build strong customer relationships and deliver exceptional service

Support business growth through sales and customer acquisition activities

Work towards individual and team performance targets with guidance from experienced mentors

Participate in learning, coaching and development programmes throughout your placement

Who We're Looking For

You might be the perfect fit if you are:

A fresh graduate seeking meaningful career exposure

Passionate about meeting and interacting with people

Energetic, driven and goal-oriented

Interested in sales, business development or customer engagement

Eager to learn and willing to step out of your comfort zone

Strong communicator with a positive attitude

Someone who embraces challenges and thrives in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred Fields of Study

Graduates from all disciplines are welcome to apply, especially those from:

Business Administration

Marketing

Finance & Banking

Economics

Human Resource Management

Communications

Customer Experience Management

Retail Management

This Isn't Just Another Graduate Programme

This is your chance to:

Learn from industry experts

Develop valuable sales and relationship management skills

Build a powerful professional network

Accelerate your career with Malaysia's leading financial institution

Turn your passion for people into a rewarding career.

Join the Maybank PROTÉGÉ Programme and start building the future you deserve.

Job Responsibilities

Build and maintain meaningful relationships with customers by understanding their financial needs and providing excellent customer service.

Promote and recommend suitable banking products and solutions that align with customers' goals, lifestyles, and financial requirements.

Support customer acquisition and portfolio growth initiatives through proactive engagement and business development activities.

Achieve individual and team sales targets through effective relationship management, with structured coaching and guidance provided throughout the programme.

Deliver a positive customer experience by addressing enquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring timely follow‑up on customer requests.

Participate in sales campaigns, branch activities, roadshows, and customer engagement initiatives to increase product awareness and business growth.

Collaborate with branch and business teams to identify opportunities, generate leads, and contribute to overall business objectives.

Continuously enhance product knowledge, sales techniques, and industry awareness through training, coaching, and on‑the‑job learning opportunities.

Maintain compliance with the Bank's policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements in all customer interactions and business activities.

Contribute to a high‑performance culture by demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and a strong commitment to achieving results.

Job Requirements

Working experience less than 2 years

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized institution.

Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Passionate about interacting with people and building meaningful relationships.

Strong interest in sales, customer engagement, and business development.

Results‑oriented with the drive to achieve individual and team targets.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Self‑motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced environment.

Positive attitude with a strong customer‑centric mindset.

Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Additional language proficiency will be an added advantage.

Willing to undergo structured training, coaching, and development programmes throughout the placement.

Preferred Attributes

Outgoing and confident personality.

Strong influencing and relationship‑building skills.

Resilient and comfortable engaging with customers from diverse backgrounds.

Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a growth mindset.

Keen to build a long‑term career in banking, sales, and customer relationship management.

Maybank was incorporated on 31 May 1960 and commenced operations on 12 September 1960. On 17 February 1962, the bank was listed on the Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange (now known as Bursa Malaysia). Today, it is the largest financial services group in Malaysia. Its extensive products and services include commercial banking, investment banking, Islamic banking, offshore banking, leasing and hire purchase, insurance, factoring, trustee services, asset management, stock broking, nominee services, venture capital and Internet banking.

Maybank was incorporated on 31 May 1960 and commenced operations on 12 September 1960. On 17 February 1962, the bank was listed on the Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange (now known as Bursa Malaysia). Today, it is the largest financial services group in Malaysia. Its extensive products and services include commercial banking, investment banking, Islamic banking, offshore banking, leasing and hire purchase, insurance, factoring, trustee services, asset management, stock broking, nominee services, venture capital and Internet banking.