Advans Nigeria, originally established as La Fayette Microfinance Bank Limited in June 2012, was founded with the mission to provide comprehensive financial services to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. Our commitment to supporting MSMEs is at the heart of our operations, ensuring financial inclusion and empowerment for small businesses. In January 2013, Advans Nigeria proudly opened its first branch office in Ibadan, marking the beginning of our journey in delivering exceptional microfinance banking services. By May 2013, we expanded with a second branch, followed by three additional branches in 2014 to cater to the growing needs of our clients.
We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Relationship Officer Locations: Mushin and Ikeja - Lagos, Ilorin - Kwara, Onitsha - Anambra, Aba - Abia, and Ibadan - Oyo Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
The Relationship Officer is responsible for processing the loans, monitoring the loan portfolio and developing the Advans La Fayette MFB loan clientele.
He/she will also be responsible for developing the savings and deposits portfolio for the target groups.
The Relationship Officer will spend more than 70% of the time on the field by performing visits to clients in commercial areas.
Required profile
Good relationship and communication skills with strong team spirit Strong analytical skills.
Good computer skills.
Real motivation to work and grow in a performance-based environment.
Strong marketing skills.
Additional Knowledge / Skills Required:
Relevant qualifications with a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a high-performing sales professional from Microfinance, Deposit Money Bank, Insurance, FMCG, and Real Estate sectors.
Practical knowledge of micro / small / medium businesses.
Knowledge of microfinance bank sector is an advantage.
Good analytical skills.
Knowledge of the major local languages.