KCB Bank Kenya Head - Business Origination Jobs



KCB Bank Kenya Head - Business Origination Jobs;We are seeking a Head, Business Origination to lead the development and implementation of credit origination strategy, ensure sound credit decisions, and support corporate banking growth in line with KCB Group strategy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead implementation of credit origination strategy aligned with Corporate Banking/KCB Group strategy

  • Evaluate credit appetite, deal structure, tenor, risk‑return relationship, and effectiveness of risk mitigants

  • Deliver well‑reasoned credit decisions within delegated sanctioning authority

  • Analyze credit applications to assess alignment with Bank’s Credit Appetite and profitability

  • Identify and manage high‑risk accounts; initiate corrective actions when risk profile is unacceptable

  • Provide oversight of facilities booked in Kenya from other KCB Group subsidiaries to ensure performance

  • Monitor covenants to ensure compliance with approval terms; present applications to relevant committees

  • Oversee compliance, AML, and sanctions requirements within Corporate Credit

  • Assist relationship managers in negotiating term sheets, ensuring deal structures meet credit requirements

  • Champion consistent, seamless, and trusted customer service to enhance retention and loyalty

  • Spearhead service delivery improvements and query resolution in collaboration with stakeholders

    Qualifications & Experience

    Academic
    & Professional

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (required)

  • Certificate in Commercial Credit (required)

  • Professional qualifications: CPA, ACCA, CFA, AKIB (advantageous)

  • Master’s Degree in Finance or Business‑related field (advantageous)

    Experience

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in the financial sector

  • Minimum 6 years’ experience in strategy development and implementation

  • Minimum 8 years’ experience in commercial acumen, sector knowledge, credit management, portfolio management, client experience, financial analysis, performance management, risk management, and compliance

  • Minimum 6 years’ leadership experience

  • Minimum 4 years’ project management experience

    How to apply

    For more information and job application details, see; KCB Bank Kenya Head - Business Origination Jobs

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