Branch Manager (Microfinance) at Bridgemead Consulting

Bridgemead HR provides customized HR solutions to optimize workforce productivity and profitability. Our expert trainers design bespoke training programs, innovative HR strategies, and efficient payroll systems tailored to each client’s unique needs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Branch Manager (Microfinance)

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Operations / Retail Banking
Level: Management
Reports To: Regional Manager

Role brief

• The Branch Manager will drive business growth, profitability, risk control, and operational excellence within the branch, while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute branch business strategy to meet loan, deposit, and revenue targets.
• Drive deposit mobilization, credit growth, and product cross-selling.
• Manage loan processing, monitoring, and recovery; maintain PAR ≤ 5%.
• Ensure compliance with CBN regulations, KYC, AML/CFT, and internal controls.
• Oversee daily branch operations and service delivery standards.
• Identify and mitigate credit and operational risks.
• Lead and develop staff; manage performance and discipline processes.
• Build customer and community partnerships to grow market share.
• Monitor branch performance and submit accurate periodic reports.
• Improve processes and support digital/operational transformation.

KPIs

• ≥90% loan and deposit target achievement
• PAR ≤ 5%
• ≥85% customer retention
• Profitability targets met
• ≥95% recovery on performing loans
• 100% compliance and reporting timeliness
• ≥99% reporting accuracy
• Strong audit/internal control ratings

Requirements & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field (MBA is an advantage).
• 5–7 years banking experience, with at least 3 years in management.
• Solid knowledge of microfinance operations, credit, and regulation.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic planning, team leadership, business development, risk & compliance oversight, negotiation, communication, problem-solving, and customer focus.

Application Closing Date
10th May, 2026. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: career.bridgemeadnghr@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.