Team Lead I at Mecer Consulting Limited
Confidential
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 2 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Team Lead I - Business Banking
About the Role
A dynamic team is expanding and looking for the right talent to lead business banking operations across Lagos markets.
Locations
- Lagos Island
- Yaba
- Tejuosho axis, Lagos
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of Business Banking Officers focused on sourcing and growing SME and corporate clients in Lagos markets
- Drive loan portfolio growth by structuring tailored lending solutions for traders, market associations, and SMEs
- Build strong relationships with market leaders, associations, and unions to deepen access and penetration
- Monitor portfolio performance, ensure quality lending, and maintain repayment discipline
- Mentor, coach, and develop the business banking team to achieve targets
- Represent the bank in market forums and drive financial inclusion initiatives within the informal sector
- Ensure compliance with internal credit policies and regulatory guidelines
Requirements
- BSc / HND in Banking & Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field
- Minimum of 5 years' progressive experience in business/SME banking with proven lending expertise
- Proximity to or strong understanding of markets around Lagos Island, Yaba, and Tejuosho axis
- Strong understanding of Lagos' major markets and experience dealing with market men, women, and trade associations
- Exceptional lending, credit analysis, and portfolio management skills
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and relationship management abilities
- Demonstrated track record of meeting and exceeding business growth targets
Compensation
N350,000 monthly