Jobs at Standard Bank Group

Job Description

• We're looking for a results-driven Universal Banker with a proven track record of exceeding sales targets. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales growth, developing and executing sales strategies, and providing exceptional customer service. To take demand from Personal, Prestige and Private Banking clients for banking matters ranging from product questions to client account activities (e.g., opening of relevant accounts, statements, debit order information, etc.), whilst forming an accurate assessment and understanding of that demand in order to act on it in a one-and-done manner that consistently delivers what matters to the client within product and legislative (e.g., FAIS) parameters.

Qualifications

• National Certificate in Banking (NQF5 FAIS-recognized qualification or above), demonstrating a solid foundation in banking practices, financial services, and industry standards. This qualification ensures a high level of competency in financial advisory and intermediary services, in line with regulatory requirements.

Required Experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience in banking or financial services, with a focus on FAIS qualifications and financial advisory roles.
• Proven and strong sales background, consistently achieving or exceeding sales targets through effective cross-selling and upselling of banking products (e.g., loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings, and investment solutions).
• Demonstrated success in generating new business, building a robust sales pipeline, and driving revenue growth in a branch banking or contact centre environment.
• In-depth knowledge of banking operations including account management, transaction processing, and client relationship management.
• Strong understanding of banking products, policies, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring client satisfaction.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies

• Generating Ideas
• Exploring Possibilities
• Providing Insights
• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Convincing People

Technical Competencies

• Banking Process & Procedures
• Client Acceptance & Review
• Application & Submission Verification (Consumer Banking)
• Customer Understanding (Consumer Banking)
• Product Knowledge (Consumer Banking)

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Job Description

• To proactively promote a deep relationship-based offering, related initiatives, and activities aimed at creating value for both the client and the bank by optimizing the client experience, fostering deep relationships, and driving profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with high-net-worth individuals by understanding their financial needs, ensuring proper client segmentation, and driving retention through proactive engagement.
• Optimize client experience by managing portfolios, advising on lending products, driving digital banking adoption, resolving complaints effectively, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and risk management policies.
• Drive profitability by analyzing client financial behaviors, identifying revenue opportunities, strengthening relationships through proactive engagements, collaborating with internal specialists and credit teams, and ensuring seamless service delivery.

Qualifications

• FAIS aligned Degree in Business Commerce (NQF7 or higher)

Experience Required:

• 3+ years of experience in Personal and Private Banking, specializing in Affluent Clients.
• Proven sales performance in branch banking, covering key areas such as universal banking, BDC/Forex operations, credit management, and client servicing.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and wealth management strategies.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information & Providing Insights
• Establishing Rapport & Convincing People
• Developing Expertise
• Examining Information & Interpreting Data
• Interacting with People & Team Working
• Meeting Timescales

Technical Competencies:

• Banking Process & Procedures
• Commercial Acumen
• Customer Understanding ( Consumer Banking)
• Financial Acumen
• Product Knowledge (Consumer Banking)
• Risk Identification
• Risk Reporting

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Job Description

• To deliver a quality service and manage service gaps realised by clients as they engage through the bank's various touchpoints. Deepen bank-client relationships primarily focused on lending and transactional product entrenchment and uptake on the bank's rewards programme. Mainly driven via campaigns execution and reactive response to client demands.

Qualifications

• FAIS aligned Degree in Business Commerce (NQF7 or higher)

Experience Required:

• 3–4 years’ banking experience within Personal and Private Banking, with exposure to Prestige / Affluent client segments.
• FAIS-aligned experience – must meet Fit and Proper requirements, able to operate without supervision for intermediary services and under supervision for advice.
• Branch and client servicing exposure – practical experience in a physical, virtual, or voice branch environment, with strong knowledge of bank processes, policies, and products.
• Sales and credit delivery – proven ability to submit credit applications, entrench transactional and lending products, execute campaigns, and drive portfolio contribution growth.

Additional Information

Behavioral Competencies

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Conveying Self-Confidence
• Convincing People
• Developing Expertise

Technical Competencies:

• Banking Process & Procedures
• Client Knowledge
• Client Retention & Client Servicing
• Customer Understanding ( Consumer Banking)
• Risk Awareness & Risk Identification

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Job Description

• To lead and inspire a high-performing team at branch Point(s) of Representation (PoR), ensuring safe and efficient daily operations, including cash management, security, risk and compliance, while driving sales growth and delivering an exceptional client experience in line with Personal and Private Banking strategy. The role is accountable for leading Universal Bankers and other frontline staff across the full employee life cycle, embedding strong performance, coaching and engagement, and continuously improving processes, controls and client service across the branch.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the branch team of Universal Bankers and frontline staff through recruitment, performance management, coaching and development to build a high-performance, client-centred culture.
• Drive sales, revenue and client growth by identifying opportunities, deepening relationships and promoting the use of both branch and digital channels to meet customer needs.
• Ensure operational excellence and risk control across cash management, security, processing and day-to-day branch activities, including the timely resolution of audit findings and irregularities.
• Embed compliance and governance standards, including FAIS and other regulatory requirements, fraud prevention and Occupational Health and Safety obligations, through robust controls, reporting and continuous monitoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Management, Finance, Banking or a related field.
• FAIS-recognised qualification suitable for a Representative role.
• RE5 certification (Regulatory Examination for Representatives).

Minimum experience:

• 5 to 7 years’ experience in retail or branch banking, including significant frontline exposure to sales and service.
• Proven experience leading and managing a branch or frontline team (such as Universal Bankers or similar roles) with responsibility for performance, coaching and development.
• Demonstrated track record in driving sales, revenue and client growth, including effective use of both branch and digital channels.
• Strong experience in branch operations, including cash management, risk and compliance, audit resolution, fraud prevention and Occupational Health and Safety requirements.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches & Following Procedures
• Articulating Information & Convincing People
• Challenging Ideas & Generating Ideas
• Directing People & Making Decisions
• Producing Output & Providing Insights
• Exploring Possibilities & Understanding People

Technical Competencies:

• Application & Submission Verification
• Banking Process & Procedures
• Customer Acceptance & Review
• Customer Understanding
• Processing
• Product Knowledge