Optimus Bank: Team Lead, Commercial Banking in Nigeria

Join Optimus Bank as a Team Lead in Commercial Banking based in Lagos, Nigeria. Optimus Bank is a key player in Nigeria's banking sector, committed to delivering innovative financial solutions and fostering strong client relationships. This role offers a dynamic leadership opportunity in Lagos, where banking and business development are crucial to economic growth. As the Team Lead for Commercial Banking, you will oversee daily operations ensuring high-quality service delivery while identifying business opportunities aligned with client needs. You'll drive revenue growth by managing relationships, executing sales strategies, and coordinating your team's efforts to meet targets for revenue, risk assets, and deposits. Your role will involve credit appraisal, disbursement follow-ups, and debt recovery to maintain strong credit quality. Developing sector insights and presenting innovative solutions to clients will be part of your strategic responsibilities. Ideal candidates will bring at least five years of relevant experience in corporate banking, with solid knowledge of banking products and a record of successful client management. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, along with the ability to lead a team and collaborate across departments. This full-time role requires residency in Lagos and a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field. Lagos is Nigeria's financial hub, making this role crucial to Optimus Bank’s efforts to expand its commercial banking footprint. The city's vibrant banking sector demands skilled leaders to navigate competitive markets and foster sustainable client partnerships. While salary details are undisclosed, the position offers career advancement within the banking industry, positioning successful candidates for senior management roles or specialized banking functions. To stand out, emphasize your track record in corporate banking leadership and your ability to meet and exceed sales KPIs. Highlight your skills in credit appraisal and relationship management with quantifiable achievements. Include references who can attest to your leadership and client service expertise. If you are ready to lead commercial banking initiatives at Optimus Bank in Lagos, prepare your application promptly to meet all role requirements and deadlines.