Agribusiness Growth & Relationship Manager

Standardbankgroup; Malmesbury; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Bank Group in the Western Cape seeks a commercially savvy relationship manager focused on agriculture, to grow and retain a high-value Growth Segment portfolio. You will partner with clients to deliver differentiated service and value-adding solutions.

You will build trusted relationships, advise on financial structuring, and translate opportunities into sustainable growth for both clients and the bank. 3–7 years in business banking preferred; agricultural knowledge is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, accounting, agriculture or related field (FAIS aligned).
• MBA or postgraduate diploma in Business Administration, Finance, or Banking may be advantageous.
• Professional certifications such as CB, CFP, or CFA can be a plus.
• 3-7 years of experience in business banking, commercial banking, or corporate banking.
• Experience in lending, credit risk assessment and structuring financial solutions for business clients.
• Knowledge of SME banking, mid-market banking, or high-net-worth business clients is often required.
• Agricultural knowledge and understanding of the value chain (crop, livestock, horticulture, agribusiness).

Responsibilities

• Grow and retain a portfolio of Growth Segment relationships through proactive partnership and value-added solutions.
• Provide high-end differentiated service and commercial guidance to clients.
• Turn opportunities into sustainable growth for clients and the bank.
• Advise on financial structuring, credit risk assessment and lending solutions.
• Build trusted partnerships and cross-sell relevant banking products.

Skills

Relationship management

Financial analysis

Business acumen

Problem solving

Communication

Portfolio management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance/agriculture

MBA or postgraduate diploma

Professional certifications (CB/CFP/CFA)

Job description

Standard Bank Group in the Western Cape seeks a commercially savvy relationship manager focused on agriculture, to grow and retain a high-value Growth Segment portfolio. You will partner with clients to deliver differentiated service and value-adding solutions.

You will build trusted relationships, advise on financial structuring, and translate opportunities into sustainable growth for both clients and the bank. 3–7 years in business banking preferred; agricultural knowledge is advantageous.