Specialist: Regional Banking

Absa Bank Limited

Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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Not specified (assumed onsite due to location requirement)
5-7 years banking sales experience
Demonstrable islamic finance exposure
Strong credit process understanding
Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Specialist: Regional Banking to enhance its Islamic Banking client base in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. The role focuses on supporting clients with Islamic Banking solutions while ensuring compliance with Shari’ah governance and regulatory requirements

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on delivering support on Islamic Banking solutions across Retail, Business Banking, and Corporate clients while ensuring full adherence to Absa's Shari'ah governance framework.
  • The incumbent will be based in Port Elizabeth and work closely with the Islamic Banking Regional Manager and internal stakeholders to support disciplined growth in the region.
  • The position requires acting as the first line of defence for Shari'ah compliance in all client engagements and identifying potential risks timeously.

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Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Specialist: Regional Banking to enhance its Islamic Banking client base in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. The role focuses on supporting clients with Islamic Banking solutions while ensuring compliance with Shari’ah governance and regulatory requirements.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5-7 years banking sales experience
  • Demonstrable Islamic finance exposure
  • Strong credit process understanding
  • Shari'ah governance adherence
  • Risk management expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive pipeline management skills
  • Stakeholder engagement capabilities
  • Market insights provision
  • Community relationship building

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field
  • 5-7 years Sales & commercialization experience
  • Required exposure to Islamic Banking products
  • Understanding of credit processes and risk management

Work Rights

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