Branch Manager (Microfinance)
Job Description
A reputable microfinance institution is seeking an experienced Branch Manager to lead operations, drive business growth, and ensure profitability at its Victoria Island branch. This role requires a strong balance of leadership, risk management, and customer relationship expertise to achieve performance targets while maintaining strict regulatory compliance.
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Salary: N500,000 monthly
Employment Type: Full-time
Level: Management
Key Responsibilities
- Execute branch business strategies to achieve loan, deposit, and revenue targets
- Drive deposit mobilization, credit growth, and cross-selling of financial products
- Oversee loan processing, monitoring, and recovery while maintaining PAR ≤ 5%
- Ensure full compliance with CBN regulations, KYC, AML/CFT policies, and internal controls
- Supervise daily branch operations to maintain high service delivery standards
- Identify, assess, and mitigate credit and operational risks
- Lead, train, and manage branch staff to improve performance and productivity
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships and community partnerships
- Monitor branch performance and prepare accurate periodic reports
- Support process improvements and digital transformation initiatives
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field (MBA is an added advantage)
- 5–7 years of banking experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial role
- Strong knowledge of microfinance operations, credit management, and regulatory requirements
- Proven leadership, analytical thinking, and stakeholder management skills
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities
- Strong understanding of risk management and compliance practices
Application Closing Date
10th May, 2026
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV using “Branch Manager” as the subject of the email.
