Senior Manager– Trade Finance at Credit Bank PLC
AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Credit Bank PLC, a well-established commercial bank, has
embarked on a robust growth strategy and is looking for a dynamic, highly
creative, and technology-savvy proactive Kenyan professional with strong
credentials and relevant work experience to fill the below vacancy, who will be
stationed at our Head Office.
SENIOR MANAGER – TRADE FINANCE
The Senior Manager – Trade Finance will play a pivotal role
in driving the growth of our Trade Finance business. The successful candidate
will be responsible for prospecting and acquiring new Trade Finance clients,
implementing growth strategies, managing existing client relationships, and
structuring trade facilities to meet the needs of our diverse client base.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prospect
and acquire new Trade Finance clients across Corporate and SME segments.
- Develop
and implement Trade Finance growth strategies to drive business expansion
and revenue.
- Manage
and grow existing client relationships to increase wallet share and
deliver exceptional service.
- Originate,
structure, and place structured Trade Finance facilities.
- Provide
expert advisory services on funded and non-funded Trade Finance products.
- Lead
client engagements, presentations, visits, and prepare reports and term
sheets.
- Identify
and capitalize on business opportunities through industry forums,
conferences, and market engagement.
- Lead
high-level negotiations and promote Trade Finance products to secure new
and additional business.
- Monitor
competitor offerings and industry trends to maintain the Bank’s
competitiveness and relevance.
- Any
other official duties as may be assigned by management from time to time.
Minimum Qualification and Experience Required
- Bachelor’s
degree from a recognized university, with an upper second-class honor or
equivalent.
- Minimum
of 10 years of banking experience, with at least 5 years in a Trade
Finance role.
- Professional
banking certification such as AKIB or equivalent will be an added
advantage.
Key Competencies
- Deep
expertise in trade finance products including letters of credit,
guarantees, collections, and structured trade solutions.
- Strong
knowledge of international trade rules.
- Ability
to structure profitable, risk-appropriate trade transactions.
- Strong
understanding of CBK regulations, AML/CFT, and KYC requirements.
- Commercial
acumen to grow trade volumes, income, and client wallet share.
- Effective
stakeholder management with relationship teams, credit, operations,
compliance, and correspondent banks.
- High
integrity, ethical judgment, and strong governance mindset.
- Strong
attention to detail and disciplined execution.
- Commercially
assertive while remaining risk-conscious.
- Client-centric
and solutions-oriented approach.
- Strong
people leadership, coaching, and collaboration skills.
Risk & Compliance Analyst at Credit Bank PLC
An Exciting Career Opportunity
Credit Bank Plc, a well-established commercial bank, has
embarked on a robust growth strategy and is seeking to recruit a dynamic,
highly creative, technology-savvy, and proactive Kenyan professional with
strong credentials and relevant experience to fill the position below. The
successful candidate will be based at the Head Office.
Risk & Compliance Analyst
Role Overview
The Risk & Compliance Analyst will support the
implementation and integration of the Bank’s Risk Management and Compliance
framework, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorism Financing
(CTF), and Sanctions Programs, in line with Central Bank of Kenya (CBK)
regulations and applicable laws.
The role involves identifying, monitoring, and mitigating
regulatory, operational, and conduct risks, while ensuring compliance with
internal policies, prudential guidelines, and industry best practices.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct
daily transaction monitoring across all transacting channels using the
Connect Portal and other reports.
- Review
and track daily and weekly regulatory returns submitted by branches.
- Review
alerts generated through the Financial Crime Mitigation (FCM) suite or
other relevant AML systems.
- Perform
Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing risk assessments and sanctions
screening on escalated cases involving vendors, UBOs, and customers,
including Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD).
- Maintain
up-to-date risk and compliance registers and trackers to ensure timely
issue resolution and closure.
- Review
compliance with regulatory requirements and the Bank’s internal policies
and procedures.
- Perform
back-office risk management duties, including updates to the Bank’s risk
matrix.
Key Qualifications and Competencies
- Bachelor’s
degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Law, Risk Management, or a
related field.
- Professional
qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CAMS, or FRM. CISA will be an added
advantage.
- Experience
in Risk, Compliance, Audit, or AML within a banking or financial services
environment.
- Strong
analytical, problem-solving, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Highly
developed interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good
knowledge of CBK regulations, AML/CFT laws, and banking risk frameworks.
- Strong
research, data mining, report writing, and presentation skills.
How to Apply
All applicants must apply online via the link below on or
before 16th January 2026: