Our client is a leading commercial Bank and Financial Service provider specializing in delivering Personalized solutions to individuals, business and institutions. Currently, they are seeking a Partnership Manager, Public Sector (ABO-MGR)
The Ideal Candidate Will Be Responsible For:
- Developing and nurturing strong relationships with key decision-makers within public sector clients, including government agencies and institutions.
- Understanding the unique financial needs and objectives of public sector clients and tailoring solutions to meet those requirements.
- Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the public sector to expand the client portfolio.
- Collaborating with the sales and marketing teams to create targeted strategies for acquiring new public sector clients.
- Providing financial advice and solutions to public sector clients, including funding strategies, investment opportunities, and risk management.
- Staying informed about government financial policies, regulations, and economic trends that may impact clients.
- Identifying opportunities for cross-selling various financial products and debt financing solutions.
- Working collaboratively with product specialists to deliver comprehensive financial solutions to public sector clients.
- Assessing and managing risks associated with public sector clients, including credit risk, regulatory compliance, and market risk.
- Developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies to safeguard the organization’s interests.
- Working closely with internal teams, including credit risk, legal, compliance, and product management, to ensure seamless service delivery to public sector clients.
- Staying updated on developments within the public sector, including government policies, budgetary allocations, and upcoming projects.
- Conducting market intelligence to identify emerging trends and opportunities in the public sector landscape.
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and regulations.
Requirements
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline from a recognized university. A postgraduate qualification or relevant professional certification would be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 7 years’ continuous banking experience in sales and credit with at least 4 years in a supervisory role.
- Good knowledge of basic accounting and financial analysis, business law, business/financial advisory services, banking operations, leasing, trade services, and laws and regulations relating to banking.
- Familiarity with the bank’s core accounting system.
- Proficiency in personal computer use and related word processing and spreadsheet software.
- Credit risk assessment and analysis skills, relationship management and networking skills, excellent business writing, and presentation skills.
- Good understanding of economic trends and their implications on the banking/finance sector.