Executive – SME Central Region

This executive role is accountable for defining and executing the end‑to‑end SME business strategy for the Central Region, with full P&L responsibility. The incumbent will drive sustainable revenue growth, deepen and retain client relationships, and lead high‑performing teams to deliver integrated SME solutions across:

• Lending
• Transactional banking
• Working capital solutions
• Investment and value‑adding financial services

• Lead and execute the regional SME strategy aligned to Business Banking and Group objectives
• Drive top‑line growth, portfolio quality, and profitability across the SME segment
• Build, grow, and retain strong SME client relationships through a client‑centric value proposition
• Provide inspirational leadership to regional SME teams, creating a culture of accountability, performance, and inclusion
• Leverage cross‑functional partnerships across Credit, Risk, Product, Operations, and Coverage teams to deliver seamless client outcomes
• Translate strategy into clear, measurable commercial outcomes, tracking performance rigorously against agreed targets

• Relevant Honours Bachelor’s Degree and Professional Qualifications: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required); an MBA highly preferred
• At least 15 years’ experience in financial services in a commercial sales role with at least 5 years’ experience at an Executive level managing large teams to achieve financial and customer outcomes.