Manager, Relationship, Growth

Standard Bank Group; Ballito; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Bank Group is seeking a qualified professional for Business & Commercial Banking to grow and retain a portfolio of high-value Growth Segment relationships. The role involves partnering for growth, delivering differentiated service, and providing value-added solutions to business clients.

The candidate should have 3–7 years in business/commercial banking with experience in relationship management, financial advisory, and credit analysis for business clients, including lending and risk

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field (FAIS aligned)
• MBA or postgraduate diploma in Business Administration, Finance, or Banking may be advantageous
• Professional certifications such as CB/CFP/CFA can be a plus

Responsibilities

• Grow and retain a portfolio of high-value Growth Segment relationships through partnering for growth
• Provide a high-end differentiated service and value-adding solutions to clients
• Assess lending, credit risk, and structuring financial solutions for business clients
• Advise on SME/mid-market/high-net-worth business clients and cross-sell suitable offerings

Skills

Relationship management

Financial advisory

Credit analysis

SME banking knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/economics/accounting

MBA or postgraduate diploma in Business Administration/Finance/Banking (advantageous)

Professional certifications (CB/CFP/CFA) (plus)

Job description

Business Segment: Business & Commercial Banking

To grow and retain a portfolio of high-value Growth Segment relationships through partnering for growth by proactively providing a high-end differentiated service and value-adding solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field (FAIS aligned)
• A master’s degree (MBA) or postgraduate diploma in Business Administration, Finance, or Banking may be advantageous
• Professional certifications such as Certified Banker (CB), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) can be a plus

Experience

• 3–7 years of experience in business banking, commercial banking, or corporate banking
• Proven experience in relationship management, financial advisory, or credit analysis for business clients
• 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

Additional Information

• Directing People
• Empowering Individuals
• Exploring Possibilities
• Following Procedures
• Account Opening & Maintenance
• Application & Submission Verification (Business Banking)
• Customer Understanding (Business Banking)
• Product Knowledge (Business Banking)

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Standard Bank Group is committed to fair and inclusive employment practices. We aim to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities. We strive to create an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity to contribute and grow.