Application Deadline: 4 June 2026

Summary

FirstBank Nigeria is seeking an experienced professional to lead its Trade, Structured Trade and Commodity Finance (STCF), and Agricultural Products portfolio within the Transaction Banking Division. The successful candidate will drive trade finance product development, manage import and export finance transactions, provide market intelligence, and support business growth across the Bank and its subsidiaries.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, management, pricing, and performance monitoring of import, export, and STCF products.
• Structure and execute profitable trade finance transactions, including import and export financing deals.
• Provide trade advisory services and market intelligence to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor product performance and implement strategies to improve profitability and market penetration.
• Build and maintain relationships with correspondent banks, regulators, industry associations, and key partners.
• Support clients in navigating international trade and foreign exchange markets.
• Identify opportunities for new trade finance products and enhancements to existing offerings.
• Ensure compliance with trade finance regulations, AML, KYC, and internal policies.
• Provide training and capacity building on trade products across the Bank.
• Collaborate with business teams to grow import, export, and structured trade finance portfolios.

Requirements

• First Degree in any discipline
• MBA is an added advantage
• Minimum of 10 years’ banking experience
• At least 5 years’ experience in trade finance product development
• Strong knowledge of international trade, import and export finance, and structured trade and commodity finance

Interested candidate should apply here