Account Executive (Public Sector Banking)

Wesbank; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 499,000 - 598,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Networking opportunities

Challenging working environment

Innovation opportunities

Job summary

WesBank in Sandton seeks an Account Executive for Public Sector Banking to oversee a portfolio of public sector clients, provide strategic guidance, and cross-sell lending and investment products. The role demands strong credit judgment, relationship management, and adherence to FAIS requirements.

You will compile progress reports, support decision-making, and drive growth through new client acquisitions while ensuring compliant processes and term negotiations. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Matric and FAIS-recognised post-matric qualification.
• 4+ years in Business/Commercial/Public Sector banking with credit/relationship experience.
• RE5 - fit and proper as this is a FAIS affected role.

Responsibilities

• Compile reports that track progress and guide business decisions.
• Provide subject matter expertise and thought leadership in the area of expertise.
• Participate in activities for personal and employee development.
• Ensure compliance with legislative/audit requirements and processes.
• Review expired limits and assess credit proposals for risk and compliance.
• Negotiate and provide suitable solutions through deal structuring for low to medium complex clients.
• Manage existing portfolio and acquire new client accounts to drive growth.
• Define sales and portfolio strategy to achieve targets.
• Build relationships across teams to improve delivery and collaboration.
• Focus on delivering optimal service and improving delivery processes.

Skills

Portfolio management

Credit risk assessment

Deal structuring

Sales targets

Relationship building

Reporting and analytics

Education

Matric + FAIS-recognised post-matric qualification

Job description

Account Executive (Public Sector Banking)By clicking \"Accept\", you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Click here to read our cookie policy.### Account Executive (Public Sector Banking)Apply: Sandton: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 4, 2026 (7 days left to apply): R49132# **Job Description**To oversee all activities related to servicing a portfolio of Public Sector Banking clients of low to medium complexity with multiple transactional, lending, and investment products, and in doing so, provide strategic guidance to clients, cross sell and grow the portfolio by acquiring new clients (both tender and non-tender based).**Hello Future** **Account Executive**Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.As part of our team in **FNB Commercial Public Sector**, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.**Are you someone who can:*** Compile reports that track progress and guide business to make informed decisions* Provide subject matter expertise and thought leadership in area of expertise* Participate in planned activities, that are appropriate for own and employee development* Ensure compliance to legislative and audit requirements and adherence to relevant processes* Ensure expired limits are attended to and credit proposals reviewed* Negotiate and provide appropriate solutions through deal structuring for low to medium complex clients* Manage existing portfolio and acquire new client accounts to drive business growth and sales* Define a sales and portfolio strategy to achieve relevant sales targets* Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery, collaboration and innovation* Focus on providing optimal services and improving service delivery processes to meet or exceed customer expectations Identify and utilise opportunities for revenue growth to deliver on sales targets* Prevent wastage and identify process improvements to contain and reduce costs**You will be an ideal candidate if you:*** Have a minimum of a Matric plus a FAIS-recognised post-Matric qualification (preferred: relevant Postgraduate qualification)* Have 4+ years' experience in Business/Commercial/Private Wealth/Private Clients banking, with at least 2 to 3 years judgmental credit and relationship management experience* Have RE5 - fit and proper as this role is a FAIS affected role* Are willing to travel* Have in-depth understanding of government operations and the legislative framework within which they operate* Understand the various industry dynamics which impact on the business including a researched understanding of the public sector trends* Understand how the banking system operates**You will have access to:*** Opportunities to network and collaborate* A challenging working environment* Opportunities to innovate**We can be a match if you are:*** Sales driven* Innovative* Adaptable and curious* Thrive in a collaborative environment* Client-centric**Apply now if you are interested in taking the next step. We look forward to engaging with you!**#Post#FNB#LI-KN4# # **Important Closing Date Note**# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**04/11/26All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.