Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job DescriptionGenerate sales, account opening, Flexipay sign ups and loan acquisitions
- Meet new customer activations as per desired target from business.
- Increase customer product utilization through cross selling by measures guided by the business.
- Own and address any service issues raised by clients by logging issues in sales force issues for resolution.
- Provide periodic reports on performance on new accounts and other offering, as well as problems encountered by customers and root cause.
- Execute the acquisition and retention strategy to grow and defend the market share.
- Execute the activation campaigns and activities with teams on a regular basis.
- Drive volume and value growth for sales by identifying sales /cross sell opportunities.
- Ensure quality sales by conducting the right KYC.
- Convert Sales leads into new sales.
- First Degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Minimum credit pass in English and Mathematics at 'O' Level Education
- Minimum of 2 years’ proven experience in a sales, preferably in financial services (banking)
- Strong ability to identify customer needs and offer tailored solutions to drive sales and enhance customer experience.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with a confident and engaging approach.
- A strong sense of ownership, self-motivation, and ability to work under pressure to meet and exceed targets.
- Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and a customer-first mindset.
Technical Competences
- Bookkeeping
- Data Management (Administration)
- Reconciling Financial Records
- Records and Archive Management
- Written Communication
Behavioural Competencies:
- Articulating Information
- Checking Things
- Documenting Facts
- Examining Information
- Following Procedures
- Interacting with People
- Meeting Timescales
Skills Required
- First Degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Economics, or related discipline
- Minimum credit pass in English and Mathematics at O Level
- Minimum of 2 years proven experience in sales
- Experience in financial services or banking
- Strong ability to identify customer needs and offer tailored solutions
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets; self-motivated and accountable
- Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and customer-first mindset
- Knowledge of KYC procedures and ability to perform correct KYC
- Ability to log and track client service issues in Salesforce
- Bookkeeping
- Data management (administration)
- Reconciling financial records
- Records and archive management
- Strong written communication
Standard Bank Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Standard Bank Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Standard Bank Group.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave options span vacation, study, parental, compassionate/family responsibility, sick/short‑term incapacity, sabbatical, recognition and optional unpaid leave, subject to country practices. This breadth provides flexibility to manage family, study, health, and rest needs.
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Healthcare Strength — Core protection includes medical cover and death/incapacity insurance, with many markets offering permanent health insurance and optional life/funeral or gap‑cover add‑ons. Wellness and counselling programs further strengthen day‑to‑day health support.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Formal remuneration materials emphasize equal pay for work of equal value, structured market alignment, and pay‑equity analyses alongside clawback/forfeiture provisions. This governance signals predictable, fairness‑oriented pay practices.
Standard Bank Group Insights
What We Do
As a brand with a legacy of 161 years in Africa, we have a deep understanding and belief in the boundless opportunities that this continent presents. Our vision extends beyond mere geography; it encompasses a profound recognition of the potential for growth that resonates within our people, customers, entrepreneurs, and all who share our unwavering commitment and passion for investing in Africa. With a presence in 20 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, we have cultivated a diverse community of the most skilled, innovative, and creative minds in the industry. Our purpose is to drive Africa's growth, acting as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable economic development in the regions we serve. We strive to improve the lives of our fellow Africans by conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner. As a trusted partner, we consistently set higher standards and aspire to become better with each endeavour. We are more than just a banking institution; we are a driving force behind Africa's growth. Join us on this transformative journey. Together, we have the collective power to propel Africa into the future, making tangible progress for all who proudly call Africa home.
