Head – Foreign Exchange And International Banking

Absa Bank Limited

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10 years banking experience
5 years leadership in transactional banking
Develop comprehensive sales strategy
Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Head of Foreign Exchange and International Banking to lead and transform their FX and International Banking business, focusing on growth and market leadership. The ideal candidate will have extensive banking experience and a strong track record in leadership roles, particularly in transactional banking

Job Summary

  • The role aims to transform the FX and International Banking business into a market-leading service offering with exceptional returns.
  • Candidates will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive sales strategy while recruiting and coaching a high-performing team.
  • The position requires ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory, and internal requirements while managing risks associated with currency fluctuations.

Matching Summary

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Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Head of Foreign Exchange and International Banking to lead and transform their FX and International Banking business, focusing on growth and market leadership. The ideal candidate will have extensive banking experience and a strong track record in leadership roles, particularly in transactional banking.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years banking experience
  • 5 years leadership in transactional banking
  • develop comprehensive sales strategy
  • manage FX and IB portfolio growth
  • build strong corporate client relationships

Nice-to-have

  • MBA or post graduate qualification
  • Pan African market alignment expertise
  • digital channel customer experience focus
  • partnership commercialization skills
  • collaborative team environment fostering

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field
  • Minimum 10 years of banking experience
  • At least 5 years in leadership roles within transactional banking
  • Proven track record in growing transactional banking portfolios

Work Rights

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