B. Adedipe Associate Limited - Our client is a long-established and financially stable state-licensed microfinance Bank with over two decades of consistent growth. The bank has evolved through several regulatory milestones to become one of the most respected mid-tier players in Nigeria’s microfinance landscape.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: General Manager
Location: Lagos
Role Objective
Our client seeks to appoint a seasoned General Manager to lead business growth, innovation, and institutional strengthening.
The General Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the Bank’s growth strategy.
The ideal candidate will combine strategic foresight with strong execution capability, leading business development, balance-sheet growth, and digital-finance innovation to strengthen the bank’s performance and market relevance.
Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement business strategies that drive growth in deposits, credit portfolio, and customer base.
Champion Fintech-enabled lending initiatives and payroll-based credit models for SME and salaried clients.
Identify and execute new business opportunities, partnerships, and alliances that enhance competitiveness and profitability.
Oversee product innovation, marketing, and customer-engagement strategies that sustain goodwill and institutional visibility.
Provide strong leadership across key functions; Credit, Operations, Finance, Risk, HR, and Marketing ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
Strengthen governance, risk management, and internal-control frameworks in line with CBN and NDIC standards.
Drive operational excellence through digital transformation, process efficiency, and staff productivity.
Build, mentor, and motivate a high-performing team to deliver superior business results.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Banking & Finance, Economics, Marketing, or related discipline; Master’s or MBA preferred.
Professional membership of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria is required.
12–18 years of progressive experience in financial services, with at least 5 years in senior leadership within microfinance, commercial, corporate, or merchant banking.
Proven track record in business development, market expansion, and balance- sheet growth.
Demonstrated experience in Fintech-driven lending, digital product innovation, or partnership-led distribution.
Strong knowledge of microfinance operations, credit management, and regulatory frameworks.
Excellent strategic, analytical, and leadership capabilities.
High integrity, maturity, and interpersonal effectiveness, with the capacity to engage the Board and inspire teams.
Application Closing DateNot Specified.
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