Executive Banker at Standard Bank Group

  • Full Time
  • Nairobi

Standard Bank Group

Standard Bank Group is hiring an Executive Banker to manage client relationships and drive banking sales in Kenya. This is a full-time role suited to professionals with 2–4 years of financial services sales experience and a track record of building strong client partnerships. Banking jobs in Kenya at the executive level require both commercial acumen and genuine relationship management skills.

📋 Job Overview

Executive Banker at Standard Bank Group – Standard Bank Group Kenya Job Details

About the Role

Standard Bank Group is recruiting an Executive Banker to serve as the primary relationship manager for clients within the Executive Banking segment across Kenya. This full-time position requires a dedicated professional who will develop and maintain long-term client partnerships by understanding their financial needs and delivering tailored banking solutions. The Executive Banker at Standard Bank Group will operate within a structured client value proposition framework, ensuring that each engagement drives both customer satisfaction and profitability for the institution.

Banking jobs in Kenya within the executive segment demand individuals who combine strong product knowledge with genuine relationship management capability. In this role, you will be the face of Standard Bank Group to high-net-worth and corporate clients, proactively identifying opportunities to expand service usage and deepen account relationships. The position sits at the intersection of sales achievement and client stewardship, requiring someone who can balance revenue targets with authentic service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary contact and relationship manager for assigned clients within the Executive Banking portfolio, ensuring consistent communication and responsiveness to their banking needs
  • Identify client financial objectives and recommend appropriate banking products and services that align with their stated goals and risk profile
  • Drive sales of banking solutions through relationship-based approaches, with measurable targets for new product adoption and revenue generation
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of Standard Bank Group’s full product suite, service offerings, and digital banking platforms to advise clients effectively
  • Manage the client lifecycle from prospect engagement through onboarding, verification, and ongoing account review to ensure compliance and service standards
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders across departments to structure complex solutions and ensure smooth delivery of committed services
  • Develop and present strategic ideas to clients on how they can optimise their banking relationship and improve operational efficiency
  • Monitor client satisfaction and respond promptly to concerns, escalating issues appropriately to ensure retention and relationship strength

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in any discipline
  • 2–4 years of professional experience in sales and relationship management, with proven ability to close deals and build lasting client connections
  • Demonstrated track record of sales success within the financial services industry, with evidence of revenue targets met or exceeded
  • Working knowledge of banking products, services, and digital platforms, or willingness to rapidly build this knowledge on the job
  • Strong ability to articulate information clearly to clients and internal teams, tailoring communication to the audience
  • Demonstrated skill in convincing and negotiating with clients and stakeholders to reach mutually beneficial outcomes
  • Capability to explore alternative solutions and generate creative ideas to meet non-standard client requirements
  • Competence in sound decision-making under pressure and delivering measurable output on assigned targets

What to Expect

  • A client-facing role with significant autonomy in relationship management and regular interaction with senior corporate and high-net-worth individuals
  • Access to comprehensive product training and ongoing professional development within Standard Bank Group’s banking environment
  • Clear performance metrics tied to client satisfaction, sales volume, and profitability, with regular feedback and review cycles
  • The Executive Banker at Standard Bank Group position in Kenya is open to qualified candidates. Click Apply below to submit your application.

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