CAREER POSITION FOR RETAIL BANKING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
RETAIL BANKING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Company: Careers Verified
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: December 31, 2026
Locations: Abuja FCT, Abia, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Gombe, Imo, Kano, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Niger, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Rivers, Taraba
ABOUT CAREERS VERIFIED
Careers Verified creates opportunities for clients, candidates, colleagues, collaborators, and the wider community. We partner with organisations across diverse sectors—including Oil & Gas, Engineering, Finance, Telecom, FMCG, Legal, Technology, Healthcare, and Aviation—combining deep industry knowledge, creative problem-solving, and professional expertise to connect top talent with impactful roles.
JOB SUMMARY
Careers Verified is seeking a results-driven Retail Banking Business Development Specialist to lead customer acquisition, expand retail customer bases, promote core banking solutions, and drive revenue growth.
In this role, you will actively engage prospective and existing clients, assess their financial needs, recommend targeted banking products, and achieve key business development targets.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Customer Acquisition & Lead Generation: Identify and acquire new retail banking clients through direct sales, referrals, networking, and field marketing. Generate high-quality leads and convert prospects into active account holders.
Product Promotion & Cross-Selling: Promote core retail banking solutions—including savings/current accounts, loans, credit/debit cards, digital banking channels, and investment products. Cross-sell and upsell solutions to existing clients.
Relationship Management: Build and sustain strong relationships with individual and corporate clients, conducting market visits and follow-ups to ensure seamless onboarding and conversion.
Target Achievement: Consistently meet or exceed monthly customer acquisition, deposit mobilization, loan origination, and revenue goals.
Market Intelligence & Strategy: Conduct market research to uncover new growth segments, monitor competitor activities, and track industry trends to sharpen outreach efforts.
Compliance & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of pipeline activities, leads, and sales conversions. Ensure all onboarding activities comply with internal bank policies, Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols, and regulatory requirements.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with branch teams and internal units to deliver exceptional service, resolve client inquiries, and escalate complex issues when necessary.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
CriteriaRequirement
EducationBachelor’s Degree or HND in any discipline.
Experience1–2 years of experience in banking, financial services, sales, or customer acquisition (preferred).
Key SkillsStrong negotiation, sales closing, and relationship-building capabilities.
CommunicationExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
CompetenciesTarget-driven mindset, field-readiness, sound understanding of retail banking products, and strict adherence to KYC/regulatory standards.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application via the official portal below prior to the deadline.
