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Head SME Officer

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  • Develop and implement market-leading strategies to significantly expand the overall SME Banking portfolio (loans, deposits, and customer base).

  • Design, launch, and price competitive SME products tailored to current market trends and specific business needs.

  • Monitor SME market dynamics and competitive intelligence to proactively identify new opportunities for innovation and growth.

  • Drive initiatives focused on delivering superior, personalized banking solutions to improve SME customer satisfaction and retention.

  • Manage high-value and strategic SME relationships to deepen loyalty and maximize profitability.

  • Spearhead the implementation of digital banking solutions to enhance the SME customer experience and self-service capabilities.

  • Drive automation and process efficiency initiatives across all SME Banking operations to reduce friction and cost-to-serve.

  • Ensure 95% system uptime for all digital platforms supporting SME Banking channels.

  • Successfully implement at least one major SME digital optimization project per year.

  • Achieve a 20% improvement in operational efficiency through automation and process optimization.

  • Supervise, mentor, and lead SME Banking Officers to ensure high performance and alignment with strategic objectives.

  • Provide expert advisory support and annual strategy briefings to 100% of the branch network on effective SME acquisition and portfolio management plans.

  • Maintain a high standard of communication effectiveness, achieving 90% positive feedback from branches/stakeholders on advisory support.

  • Ensure the team’s activities adhere strictly to internal risk management standards and regulatory compliance policies.



  • Requirements

    ·Bachelor’s degree in Banking & Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related

    field.

    · Experience in SME or commercial banking with strong focus on credit, product

    development, and portfolio management.

    · MBA and relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIBN, ACCA, CFA) required.

    · Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and analytical skills.

    · Proficiency in digital banking platforms, credit analysis tools, and advanced MS Excel.