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Job Info
Job Openings: 0
Experience:
Status: Sourcing
Career Level: Entry Level
Posted: 02/02/2026
Apply Before: 02/28/2026
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Application Link: https://equitybank.taleo.net/careersection/ext_new/jobdetail.ftl?job=26000029&tz=GMT0300&tzname=AfricaNairobi
Job Description

Qualifications
4.0 ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

·       Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.

·       Master’s degree (MBA) preferred but not mandatory.

·       Professional certification (CFA, FRM, ACCA, CA) strongly preferred.

·       ACI Dealing Certificate — mandatory requirement.

·       Certifications in digital innovation, fintech, product management, or data analytics are an added advantage.

 

5.0 EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

·       12–15 years of experience in financial services, Treasury, Treasury Sales, or Digital Trading, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

·       Proven track record in driving sales growth across Corporate, SME, FI, and Retail segments.

·       Experience leading digital sales, e‑trading, fintech‑enabled platforms, or channel execution is highly desirable.

·       Strong experience working with African corporates, financial institutions, and cross‑border markets.

·       Demonstrated success in stakeholder management and complex client negotiations.

·       Advanced analytical and financial modelling capability (Excel, PowerPoint).

·       Experience managing multi‑country teams or regional responsibilities is an added advantage

6.0 KEY TECHNICAL SKILLS & LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Behavioral Framework:

·       Strategic thinking with ability to provide clarity of direction.

·       Ethical, credible, and effective leadership.

·       High levels of collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and cross‑functional influence.

·       Strong decision‑making and sound judgement in fast‑moving environments.

·       Courage to challenge constructively and uphold governance standards.

·       Ability to manage ambiguity and drive innovation.

·       Client‑centric mindset with strong commercial orientation.

·       Talent development, coaching, and team capability building.

·       Action‑oriented, resilient, and goal‑driven under pressure.

Technical Competencies

·       Strong understanding of financial markets, products, economic fundamentals, and client needs.

·       Expertise in FX, money markets, derivatives (where applicable), and capital markets products.

·       Deep knowledge of digital sales platforms, online trading, wallet solutions, APIs, and channel integration.

·       Strong execution in liquidity and balance sheet‑linked sales propositions.

·       Advanced financial analysis, modelling, pricing, and performance management capability.

·       Strong negotiation, influencing, presentation, and pitching skills.

·       Strong understanding of African markets, regulatory requirements, and cross‑border flows.

·       Recovery & Resolution Planning awareness for commercial actions and client management

Basic Info
Full-Time
category Finance
created 02/02/2026
end dateCloses: 02/28/2026
location Views: 11
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