First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank) is Nigeria’s largest financial services institution by total assets and gross earnings. With more than 10 million customer accounts, FirstBank has over 750 branches providing a comprehensive range of retail and corporate financial services. The Bank has an extensive international presence through its subsidiaries, FBN Bank (UK) Limited in London and Paris, FBNBank DRC, FBNBank Ghana, FBNBank Gambia, FBNBank Guinea, FBNBank Sierra-Leone, and FBNBank Senegal, as well as its Representative Offices in Johannesburg, Beijing, and Abu Dhabi.

Since its establishment in 1894, FirstBank has consistently built relationships with customers, focusing on the fundamentals of good corporate governance, strong liquidity, risk management, and leadership. Over the years, the Bank has led the financing of private investment in infrastructure development in the Nigerian economy by playing key roles in the Federal Government’s privatisation and commercialisation schemes. With its global reach, FirstBank provides prospective investors wishing to explore the vast business opportunities available in Nigeria with an internationally competitive, world-class brand and a credible financial partner.

Are you a seasoned banking professional ready to take your career to the next level? FirstBank is currently hosting its Retail Banking Recruitment Bootcamp to source talented Relationship Managers for its North Division.

Job Objectives

The successful candidates will be tasked with the following primary objectives:

To effectively sell the bank’s products, mobilize and grow deposit liabilities through various products, and generate revenue.
Source for new customers and maintain existing accounts.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Book quality assets and ensure effective portfolio monitoring for early detection of defaults.
Manage and deepen relationships with existing and prospective customers.
Win new accounts and resuscitate dormant relationships.
Market the bank’s products to meet customer needs.
Initiate development of products required to meet customer needs.
Ensure efficient service and maintenance of existing customers.
Ensure zero tolerance for inactive/dormant accounts.
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Business Manager.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education:

Minimum Education: First Degree or its equivalent in any discipline, preferably business-related.
Higher Degrees (MBA) or relevant Professional Certificates will be an added advantage.

Experience & Grade:

Minimum experience – 3 years of relevant banking (marketing and credit) experience.
Grade Level: Assistant Banking Officer (ABO) – Senior Banking Officer (SBO).

Key Knowledge Requirements:

Financial advisory services
Good knowledge of the business environment
Credit/Risk Management
Banking structure, policies, and procedures
Banking Operations, Products & Services
Customer Service excellence
Marketing, Sales, and Business/Product Development
Budget Planning & Control
Financial Analysis, Business/Operational Strategy, and Strategic Business Planning

Why Join FirstBank?

FirstBank has been named "The Best Bank Brand in Nigeria" four times in a row by the globally renowned "The Banker Magazine" of the Financial Times Group, and "Most Innovative Bank in Africa" in the EMEA Finance African Banking Awards. FirstBank’s brand purpose is to always put its customers, partners, and all stakeholders at the heart of its business. Our brand promise is to always deliver the ultimate "gold standard" of value and excellence, anchored on our inherent values of passion, partnership, and people.

Method of Application:
Interested and qualified? Go to First Bank on hdbc.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com to apply