Micro Credit Loan Officer at Regent Microfinance Bank Limited
Regent Microfinance Bank Limited
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Micro Credit Loan Officer
About the Role
This position offers a great opportunity for career growth within a dynamic microfinance institution.
Key Responsibilities
- Source, evaluate, and onboard potential clients for microcredit loans
- Conduct credit appraisals and risk assessments of clients' businesses and repayment capacity
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all loan applications, approvals, and disbursements
- Monitor loan utilization and follow up on repayments to ensure portfolio quality
- Build and maintain strong client relationships to enhance customer satisfaction and retention
- Collaborate with the credit and recovery teams to manage delinquent accounts
- Prepare periodic reports on loan performance, client feedback, and portfolio trends
- Promote the bank's financial products and services to existing and potential clients
Required Qualifications
- Minimum OND/HND/B.Sc. in Finance, Banking, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 1-3 years of proven experience in microcredit, loan processing, or related roles (preferably in a Microfinance Bank or financial institution)
- Strong understanding of micro-lending principles, credit analysis, and risk management
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Good knowledge of local markets and communities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work under minimal supervision
Preferred Skills
- Customer relationship management
- Sales and target orientation
- Analytical and reporting skills
- Problem-solving and decision-making ability