Credit & Finance Executive

About the role

A full-time Credit & Finance Executive position based in Lagos, focused on business development, client acquisition and credit management within the financial services sector. The role covers generating leads for loans and investments, assessing creditworthiness and overseeing the loan portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities to increase revenue and market share, including new markets, customers, partnerships, products and services.
• Generate leads and bring in businesses for loans and investments, implementing the company's business development and marketing strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners and stakeholders.
• Assess the creditworthiness of potential clients and recommend credit facilities, applying sound credit judgment to keep non-performing loans to a minimum.
• Prepare and deliver compelling business proposals to attract new clients.
• Monitor accounts under management and oversee the loan portfolio to ensure timely repayments and low default rates.
• Contribute to growth strategies by identifying emerging market trends and opportunities.

Required profile

• HND or BSc degree in Marketing, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in sales, marketing, business development and credit management in the financial services sector.
• Proven track record of achieving business development targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of credit analysis, risk assessment and financial products.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Candidates apply by sending their application through the employer's careers channel, quoting the job title in the subject line. The application closing date is 30 June 2025.