Senior Transactional Banker (Full-Time)

Location: Accra
Company: First National Bank
Application Deadline: 15 April 2026

Company Profile

First National Bank (FNB) is a leading financial institution committed to delivering innovative banking solutions that empower businesses and individuals. With a strong presence across Africa, FNB combines deep market expertise with cutting-edge financial products to drive growth, efficiency, and long-term value for its clients.

Role Overview

First National Bank is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Senior Transactional Banker to drive product innovation, client solutions, and commercial growth within the transactional banking space. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing tailored financial solutions, managing client engagements, and enhancing the bank’s competitive position in the market.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Strategy

• Lead product development initiatives from business case creation through to execution.
• Identify product gaps and enhance existing offerings to ensure market relevance and competitiveness.
• Influence product priorities through strong, data-driven business cases.
• Stay informed on product commercialization roadmaps and innovation initiatives across the bank.

Market & Client Engagement

• Analyze market sectors, trends, and competitor offerings (both traditional and non-traditional).
• Conduct in-depth client needs analysis to understand business models, banking requirements, and strategic objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Relationship Managers, Global Markets teams, and other stakeholders to identify opportunities.
• Develop and present high-quality proposals and responses to RFPs.

Solution Design & Deal Management

• Design integrated transactional banking solutions, including trade finance, working capital, and global markets offerings.
• Develop end-to-end value propositions incorporating products, pricing, and service delivery models.
• Manage and track the transactional banking deal pipeline and ensure conversion of opportunities.
• Provide strategic input on pricing and commercial structures.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Lead the on-boarding of clients in collaboration with internal teams.
• Manage solution design and client engagement using structured project management approaches.
• Act as a liaison between product owners, operations, legal, compliance, and pricing teams.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings to track progress, manage expectations, and ensure alignment.
• Proactively address challenges, manage conflicts, and drive resolution to maintain project momentum.

Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Establish and manage product targets, budgets, and profitability metrics.
• Maintain high standards of quality, productivity, and accountability.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging developments in banking.
• Demonstrate proactive problem-solving and attention to detail in all activities.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and open communication.

Candidate Profile

• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives.
• Proven experience in transactional banking, product development, or corporate banking.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and client engagements.
• High level of professionalism, accountability, and self-management.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

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