Are you a high-performing banker with a passion for SME and Business Banking? Do you have a proven track record in business development, portfolio growth, relationship management, and credit analysis? Are you looking for an opportunity to accelerate your banking career and make a meaningful impact? If so, we invite you to join our dynamic Business Banking team.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for ambitious professionals to drive business growth, build strong customer relationships, and contribute to the success of a leading financial institution. It also forms part of the Bank’s talent pipeline for future leadership and branch management roles.

The Role

Business Development & Portfolio Growth

• Drive acquisition, growth, and retention of SME and Business Banking customers.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand market share within assigned segments.
• Deepen existing customer relationships through cross-selling of the Bank’s products and services.

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers.
• Provide tailored financial solutions that meet customer needs and support business growth.
• Deliver exceptional customer experience and resolve customer concerns promptly.

Credit Assessment & Portfolio Management

• Structure, analyze, and prepare quality credit proposals.
• Conduct financial statement analysis and recommend appropriate lending solutions.
• Monitor portfolio performance to ensure portfolio quality and profitability.

Risk & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to the Bank’s credit policies, regulatory requirements, and operational procedures.
• Actively manage portfolio risk, including PAR and NPL accounts, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain high standards of governance, compliance, and operational excellence.

Skills, Competencies and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Banking, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in SME, Business Banking, Corporate Banking, or Relationship Management within a financial institution.
• Proven track record in business acquisition, portfolio growth, and revenue generation.
• Strong credit appraisal and financial analysis skills.
• Excellent negotiation, networking, sales, and relationship management capabilities.
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills with the ability to meet challenging targets.
• Demonstrated understanding of banking regulations, risk management, and credit policies.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a high-growth business segment.
• Exposure to a broad range of banking products and solutions.
• Clear career progression and leadership development opportunities.
• Performance-driven culture that rewards excellence and innovation.

How to Apply

Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae to jobs@co-opbank.co.ke indicating the job reference number BB/RBBD/2026 by 25th September 2026.

Join us and be part of a team committed to empowering businesses and delivering exceptional banking solutions.