Manager, Relationship, Growth (Agric & Business)

Standard Bank Group; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Bank Group is seeking a commercially savvy relationship manager to grow a portfolio in the Agriculture Growth Segment. You will partner for growth by delivering high-end, differentiated service and value-adding solutions to sophisticated business clients.

You will manage a diverse client base, perform financial advisory, credit analysis and solution design, and build trusted partnerships that drive sustainable growth for both clients and the bank in a dynamic market.

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/CFA can be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Grow and retain a portfolio of Growth Segment relationships.
• Provide financial advisory and credit analysis for business clients.
• Design and structure financial solutions with risk awareness.

Skills

Relationship management

Financial analysis

Business acumen

Problem solving

Communication

Portfolio management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance/economics

MBA or postgraduate diploma (advantage)

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

Job description

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.

The ideal candidate

A commercially savvy relationship builder with a passion for agriculture and a strong understanding of business banking. Someone who thrives on creating long-term value, builds trusted partnerships and knows how to turn opportunities into sustainable growth for clients and the bank.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Agriculture 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 required

• 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.
• Agricultural knowledge and understanding of the value chain (crop, livestock, horticulture, agribusiness).

Key skills and capabilities

• Relationship management and client advisory skills.
• Financial analysis, credit risk assessment and structuring solutions.
• Business acumen and commercial mindset.
• Problem-solving and solution-driven approach.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a portfolio

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Conveying Self-Confidence
• Convincing People
• Developing Strategies
• Embracing Change

Technical Competencies:

• Account Opening & Maintenance
• Application & Submission Verification (Business Banking)
• Customer Understanding (Business Banking)
• Product Knowledge (Business Banking)
• Risk Identification