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Website Standard Chartered Bank

Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Industry: Banking & Financial Services
Position Type: Full-time, Senior Management
Experience Level: 10+ years
Starting Date: January 20, 2025

About This Banking Leadership Role in Zambia

Standard Chartered Bank Zambia is seeking an experienced banking professional to lead our Global Subsidiaries division in Lusaka. This strategic leadership position offers an excellent opportunity for senior banking professionals in Zambia looking to advance their career with a leading international bank.

Key Role Overview

As the Global Subsidiaries Lead based in Lusaka, you will:
– Drive corporate banking strategy and revenue growth across Zambia
– Manage high-value multinational client relationships in the Zambian market
– Lead corporate banking operations and team development in Lusaka
– Oversee banking partnerships across Southern Africa
– Specialize in mining sector banking and international trade finance

Essential Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Business Development
– Develop and execute corporate banking strategy for Zambia
– Build relationships with C-suite executives of multinational companies
– Drive banking revenue growth in key sectors including mining and infrastructure
– Manage international banking corridors between Zambia, China, and Europe
– Lead corporate client acquisition in the Zambian market

Banking Operations & Risk Management
– Oversee corporate lending and transaction banking services
– Manage credit risk assessment for Zambian corporate clients
– Ensure regulatory compliance in Zambian banking operations
– Direct corporate banking team in Lusaka office
– Develop banking solutions for multinational companies in Zambia

Required Qualifications

Education
– Bachelor’s degree in Banking, Finance, Economics, or related field
– Minimum 5 O-level credits including English and Mathematics
– Professional banking certifications advantageous

Experience
– 10+ years banking experience in Zambia or Southern Africa
– 5+ years direct corporate relationship management
– Proven track record in corporate banking leadership
– Experience in Zambian mining sector banking preferred
– International banking experience valuable

Skills
– Corporate banking expertise
– Credit analysis and risk management
– Trade finance and transaction banking
– Leadership and team management
– Fluent English required

Benefits Package

– Competitive banking sector salary in Zambia
– Medical insurance and pension benefits
– 30 days annual leave
– Professional development opportunities
– International banking career growth

About Standard Chartered Bank Zambia

Standard Chartered is a leading international bank in Zambia with over 170 years of heritage. We offer:
– Strong presence in Lusaka and major Zambian cities
– Leadership in corporate and investment banking
– Focus on sustainable banking practices
– Commitment to diversity and inclusion
– Professional growth opportunities in international banking

How to Apply

Qualified banking professionals in Zambia can apply by visiting our careers website. Please reference Job ID: 17571 when applying.

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To apply for this job please visit jobs.standardchartered.com.