Commercial Bank General Manager Job in Kenya

Our client, a reputable Commercial Bank is seeking to fill the position of General Manager.
 

The incumbent shall be responsible for;

• Oversee general company operations
• High level marketing of institutional investors, fund managers and high net worth individuals
• Responsibility for establishment and supervision of pro-active portfolio management & marketing team for real value addition to investing clients
• Overall responsibility for development of new products in line with market trends
• Maximisation of Group Synergy and cross-selling within the Group
• Judicious cost management and cost containment without hampering growth
• Overall responsibility for risk management, internal controls, statutory compliance and  Corporate governance
• Chief liaison officer between the company, the Board of Directors
• Managing and motivating the Portfolio Managers to ensure optimal portfolio returns to customers
• High level marketing of company products to institutional investors and high net worth individuals in liaison with the marketing team
• Join Portfolio Managers in meetings with key existing and potential clients with a view to generating increased business volumes
• Approve payments
• Approve all share transfers
• Prepare all board papers and attend all board meetings on behalf of management.
• Reinforce Group Synergy and cross selling of products
• Chair Management Committee meetings

Qualifications and Knowledge Requirements

• A university degree in either Commerce, Business Management, Economics, Finance or Statistics;
• At least 10 years’ experience in the financial services industry, three of which must be in Stock Broking business
• Well versed in the various banking processes and products;
• Literacy on MS Office suite is a MUST.

Competence Requirements

• Good marketing flair and sound understanding of capital markets dynamics
• Good knowledge of Stock brokerage, Bond trading, Corporate finance, & Custodial services
• Sound industry knowledge, excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrable competencies in building shared vision, championing customer focus and managing people in a multi-cultural environment
• Impeccable integrity and honesty, and team building competencies
• Possess good knowledge of ethics, corporate governance and operation s of boards
• Verbal and written communication with diverse audiences; and team building competencies
• Attention to detail and a strong numeric ability;
• Strong analytical skills, high flexibility and creativity; with the ability to work well under pressure

Interested and qualified applicants should send their applications and CV’s stating their current and expected salary to executivesearch@humantalentrecruit.com not later than 20th November 2014. 

Clearly indicate “GENERAL MANAGER” on the subject of the application email.