Agribusiness Relationship Lead: Small Biz Growth

absa; Middelburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Relationship Manager for Small Business clients with a focus on the agricultural sector in Mpumalanga, Middelburg. You will manage key accounts, originate new opportunities, and coordinate across teams to tailor financial solutions that support growth and risk management.

Primary duties include maintaining client relationships, delivering bespoke working capital and financing solutions, and driving portfolio growth within the agri value chain while ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Commerce, Finance, Agriculture, or related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in relationship management or business banking.
• Strong understanding of credit principles, financial analysis, and risk management.
• Proven track record in client acquisition and portfolio growth.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary relationship owner for clients in commercial banking.
• Build long-term relationships with agricultural clients and understand their needs.
• Coordinate across cross-functional teams to deliver bespoke financial solutions.
• Manage risk and compliance for the client portfolio.
• Identify growth opportunities and cross-sell Absa products.

Skills

Relationship management

Financial analysis

Credit principles

Risk management

Agricultural sector knowledge

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, Agriculture, or related field

Job description

Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Relationship Manager for Small Business clients with a focus on the agricultural sector in Mpumalanga, Middelburg. You will manage key accounts, originate new opportunities, and coordinate across teams to tailor financial solutions that support growth and risk management.

Primary duties include maintaining client relationships, delivering bespoke working capital and financing solutions, and driving portfolio growth within the agri value chain while ensuring