Management Trainee (Retail Banking)

China Bank Group; Makati; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

China Bank Group in Makati is seeking fresh graduates for its Management Trainee Program (Retail Banking), a 5-year accelerated leadership development track designed to grow future Branch Heads. You'll receive structured training, hands-on branch exposure, and mentorship to build skills in sales, client acquisition, and people management.

You'll work alongside branch leaders to drive business growth, deliver excellent service, and prepare for leadership roles across selected branches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with strong academic performance.
• Demonstrated leadership through student activities or projects.
• Willing to be assigned to branches or regions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured leadership development journey for branch leadership roles.
• Gain hands-on experience in sales, client acquisition, and relationship management.
• Learn branch operations, service delivery, and performance management.
• Work with mentors to develop leadership capabilities.
• Contribute to initiatives supporting business growth and customer engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Sales mindset

Relationship building

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Makati Head Office, Bel-air, City Of Makati, Metro Manila, National Capital Region ( Ncr ), Philippines ..+ 1

Job Description

Management Trainee Program (Retail Banking)

About You & the Role

Are you a high-potential fresh graduate ready to launch your leadership career in banking?

The Management Trainee Program (Retail Banking) is an accelerated leadership development program designed to prepare future Branch Heads and Retail Banking leaders. Through structured training, hands‑on branch exposure, and mentorship from experienced banking professionals, you'll develop the sales, business development, branch operations, and people management skills needed to drive business growth and lead high‑performing teams.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Management Trainee, you will:

• Participate in a structured leadership development journey designed to prepare you for branch leadership roles.
• Gain hands‑on experience in sales, client acquisition, and relationship management.
• Learn the fundamentals of branch operations, service delivery, and business performance management.
• Work alongside branch leaders and experienced mentors to develop your leadership capabilities.
• Contribute to initiatives that support business growth, customer engagement, and operational excellence.
• Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and key stakeholders across the organization.

What Success Looks Like

Successful Management Trainees:

• Consistently demonstrate leadership potential, initiative, and accountability.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to business growth opportunities.
• Develop a solid understanding of retail banking, sales, and branch operations.
• Exhibit resilience, grit, and a drive for continuous learning and improvement.
• Successfully progress through key development milestones and prepare for future branch leadership roles.

Qualifications

We're looking for candidates who possess both strong academic achievements and leadership potential:

• Bachelor's degree holder with strong academic performance.
• Latin honors, academic awards, distinctions, or other notable achievements are an advantage.
• Demonstrated leadership experience through student organizations, projects, committees, athletics, volunteer work, or other extracurricular activities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship‑building skills.
• Commercial mindset with an interest in sales, business development, and customer relationship management.
• Exposure to business environments through internships, family enterprises, or similar experiences is a plus.
• Willing to be assigned to branches, areas, or regions as needed.
• Committed to building a long‑term career in Retail Banking.
• Candidates who demonstrate grit, resilience, drive, strong leadership potential, and established academic, organizational, or community networks will have an added advantage.

What You Can Expect Here

• A structured 5-year accelerated leadership development pathway designed to prepare future Branch Heads.
• Intensive sales, business development, and client acquisition training.
• Hands‑on exposure to branch operations and leadership responsibilities.
• Dedicated support from Learning Managers, Mentors, and Office Buddies.
• Performance‑based career progression with opportunities for accelerated advancement.
• Meaningful work that allows you to make an impact on customers, communities, and the Bank from the start of your career.