Head, Signature Banking

To be accountable for delivering the Signature Banking objectives within the Western Cape aligned to the overall Private Banking strategy. The role is responsible for driving client growth revenue generation and the seamless integration of multi-product and wealth solutions across affluent and high-net-worth client segments.

As Head Signature Banking you will lead the execution of the Signature Banking value proposition within Private Banking ensuring consistent application of Private Banking standards practices and toolkits across the region. The role requires strong strategic capability commercial insight and leadership excellence to deliver an elevated and integrated client experience that supports Standard Banks broader Private Banking objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the delivery of Signature Banking client growth ecosystem measures and revenue targets in alignment with Private Bankings national objectives.
• Lead coach and inspire a team of Private Bankers to deliver integrated financial lending and wealth solutions tailored to client needs.
• Champion a client-centric and performance-driven culture ensuring consistent application of the Signature Banking value proposition and Private Banking standards.
• Collaborate strategically with Credit Wealth and other internal partners to optimise client outcomes manage risk and strengthen market presence.

Qualifications :

• Required: Bachelors Degree in Business Commerce Finance or a related field (FAIS-recognised qualification).
• Preferred: Postgraduate qualification in Business Administration Leadership or Financial Management.
• Regulatory Requirement: Must meet the Fit and Proper requirements in terms of the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services (FAIS) Act and be accredited as a Key Individual (RE1).

Experience Required

• A minimum of 810 years experience leading integrating and delivering client sales and service within a Private Banking or Wealth Management environment.
• Proven experience in credit structuring portfolio management and risk governance for affluent and high-net-worth clients.
• Demonstrated success in sales leadership business growth and revenue optimisation including budgeting forecasting and performance management.
• Strong understanding of financial services products multi-product integration and client value propositions across banking and wealth solutions.
• Experience in leading regional or national teams within a Private Banking franchise.
• Exposure to strategic market development and client segmentation in competitive and evolving financial environments.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strategic partnerships across Credit Wealth and other internal business units to deliver integrated client solutions.

Additional Information :

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches; Articulating Information
• Convincing People; Developing Expertise
• Directing People; Embracing Change
• Interacting with People; Inviting Feedback
• Making Decisions; Producing Output
• Resolving Conflict; Understanding People

Technical Competencies:

• Business Acumen
• Financial Acumen
• People Strategy Development
• Product Knowledge (Consumer Banking)
• Risk Identification
• Risk Management
• Value Identification

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time