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La Riba Universal Banker - Coast

Category

Banking

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Vacancies

1 position

Closing Date

11/6/2026
4 days left

Employer / Company

Absa Bank Kenya PLC logo
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Description (Public)

Absa Bank Kenya is hiring a La Riba Universal Banker for the Coast region to deliver excellent customer experience and drive growth and profitability of Shari'ah-compliant Islamic Banking business in the branch network.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Implement Islamic Banking business strategic initiatives for the branch to increase new business and wallet share
  • Understand all Retail and Business Banking Islamic Banking products that could satisfy customer needs
  • Manage portfolio risks in line with the bank's portfolio appetite
  • Contribute to development of Islamic Banking branch sales strategy and marketing approaches
  • Grow own portfolio and cross-sell to deliver set targets and ensure quality new-to-bank accounts are funded
  • Monitor own performance against targets daily and address customer issues promptly
  • Ensure excellent customer experience and adherence to turnaround times
  • Adhere to KYC and AML processes and ensure proper documentation for new and existing business
  • Comply with operations risk requirements and manage costs within the area of operation
  • Carry out branch snap checks as assigned and ensure accurate capture of customer information in the core banking system
  • Support capacity building and complete assigned training and e-learning activities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

  • A business-related degree from a recognised university
  • Experience in Islamic banking is preferred
  • Familiarity with banking products and services such as accounts, loans and cards

Skills & Competencies:

  • Detailed knowledge of Absa retail and business banking product strategy
  • Knowledge of Muslim banking culture and Shari'ah law, board and audits
  • Knowledge of Islamic financial instruments
  • Understanding of the Islamic banking competitor landscape
  • Customer experience focus and sales drive
  • Risk and compliance awareness

How to Apply

About Absa Bank Kenya PLC
Absa Bank Kenya PLC is part of Absa Group Limited, an African financial services group delivering banking and wealth solutions across 12 African markets.

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