Relationship Manager-Infrastructure & Energy

Location
Kenya
Workplace
On-site

About this role

Key Responsibilities

Strategy implementation 

  • Implement the Infrastructure & Energy portfolio strategy in alignment with the Bank's overall corporate and business objectives.
  • Deliver agreed revenue, profitability, balance sheet, customer acquisition, and growth targets.
  • Drive the acquisition of new Infrastructure & Energy clients and identify opportunities for sustainable portfolio expansion.
  • Develop a deep understanding of clients, industry trends, and the broader economic environment to support strategic decision-making and business development.

Sales and business growth 

  • Execute business development initiatives and client strategies to grow revenues, fees, and market share.
  • Collaborate with product, sector, and business teams to deliver integrated financial solutions.
  • Drive cross-selling and upselling of the Bank's products and services across the portfolio.
  • Manage pricing, profitability, and portfolio returns while maintaining a healthy balance between asset growth and income generation.
  • Improve customer experience and non-financial performance metrics, including customer acquisition, segmentation, and satisfaction.

Relationship Management 

  • Build, maintain, and deepen strategic relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
  • Deliver exceptional and consistent customer service to drive loyalty, retention, and long-term value.
  • Engage senior client decision-makers to identify opportunities and provide tailored financial solutions that support their business objectives.

Account monitoring 

  • Monitor daily referrals to ensure that client facilities are managed within the parameters set by the Bank 

  • Exercising discretion regarding account conduct based on a close knowledge and understanding of client activities 

Risk Management 

  • Maintain portfolio quality within approved risk appetite, including NPL and PAR thresholds.
  • Strengthen risk management, controls, governance, and business continuity processes within the portfolio.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, Bank policies, and operational procedures.
  • Conduct regular portfolio reviews and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks and safeguard asset quality.

 

Education and Experience

  • A University Degree from a recognized institution. 
  • At least Five (5) years’ experience in the Financial/banking sector,
  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Corporate Relationship Management within Infrastructure, Construction, Engineering and Energy sectors.
  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Credit and Financial Analysis 
  • At least 5 years’ experience in Client Portfolio Management 
  • Knowledge of Trade and Transaction Banking products 
  • Deep understanding of Infrastructure & Energy value chains
  • Deep sector knowledge of Infrastructure & Energy Sectors including emerging trends, threats and opportunities.
  • Digital Savvy and Computer literacy 
  • Entrepreneurial and Commercial thinking 
  • Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. 
  • Integrity & courage to challenge actions within various business units and the status quo. 

 

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