Business Banker – 6 Posts at National Bank of Kenya

Business Banker – 6 Posts at National Bank of Kenya – National Bank of Kenya Kenya Job Details

About the Role

National Bank of Kenya is recruiting six Business Bankers for full-time positions across select branches in Kenya. This role sits at the intersection of client relationship management and loan portfolio growth, requiring someone who can identify MSME lending opportunities, assess credit applications, and deliver tailored financial solutions. As a Business Banker – 6 Posts at National Bank of Kenya, you will manage the complete customer lifecycle—from acquisition through retention—while ensuring compliance with banking regulations and internal governance frameworks.

The position demands both analytical rigour and relationship-building capability. You will work directly with small and medium-sized enterprises, conducting financial due diligence, structuring loan proposals, and coordinating disbursement processes. Success in this Banking role in Kenya means growing a profitable portfolio while maintaining strict adherence to KYC, anti-money laundering, and risk management standards set by the regulator and the bank.

Key Responsibilities

• Pursue new lending and deposit opportunities from micro, small, and medium enterprise clients to expand branch business volumes and revenue.
• Establish advisory relationships with MSME customers to understand their financial needs and deliver customized products and services.
• Evaluate loan applications by reviewing financial statements, conducting site visits, obtaining reference checks, and performing thorough credit analysis.
• Prepare detailed credit recommendations with supporting documentation to guide approval decisions and ensure complete application files.
• Track loan disbursement conditions, communicate lending decisions promptly to customers, and coordinate with operations teams to enable fund release.
• Engage customers regularly through structured meetings and interactions, cross-sell additional bank products, and maintain accurate records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Monitor portfolio quality and profitability, identify underperforming accounts, and escalate concerns to branch management.
• Respond to customer queries and complaints within service level agreements, maintain confidentiality, and work with branch and head office teams to resolve issues.
• Report market insights, monitor competitor activity, participate in marketing initiatives, and support business development strategy.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum two years of sales experience in a financial services organization, including exposure to lending or retail banking products.
• Working knowledge of banking laws, regulations, and standard banking operations in Kenya.
• Demonstrated understanding of risk management frameworks, credit assessment principles, and compliance obligations including KYC and AML standards.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to challenge assumptions using quantitative data and documented evidence.
• Ability to build consensus, influence stakeholders across departments, and collaborate effectively within a matrix environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and banking systems (training provided where necessary).

What to Expect

• You will work in a regulated banking environment where attention to detail, timely reporting, and strict adherence to policy are non-negotiable.
• The role involves customer-facing work, branch-based operations, and occasional travel to conduct site visits or attend client meetings.
• This Business Banker – 6 Posts at National Bank of Kenya position in Kenya is open to qualified candidates. Click Apply below to submit your application.

Method of Application

If you meet the above criteria, please fill the form APPLICATION FOR BUSINESS BANKER – Fill out form and Send your CV and application letter to: [email protected] by Thursday, 18th June 2026. • Please indicate the job title and reference number (NBK/RET/30/2026) in the email subject line.

Interested and qualified? Go to National Bank of Kenya on forms.office.com to apply