SME Banking Officer
AI summary
Polaris Bank Limited is hiring an SME Banking Officer in Lagos on a full-time basis. The role focuses on customer acquisition, relationship management, credit origination, and portfolio management for SME clients, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and risk standards. Candidates with 2–5 years of experience in SME, commercial, or business banking and a relevant bachelor’s degree are encouraged to apply.
- Full-time role at a major Nigerian commercial bank
- Focus on SME customer acquisition and portfolio growth
- Requires 2–5 years in SME, commercial, or business banking
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business, or related field
- Online application link provided for interested candidates
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- Required2+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in sales, call_center, internshipThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in LagosThe vacancy is associated with this location.
- UnclearComfort with the Full time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.
Documents to prepare
- Likely requiredUpdated CV
- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
- VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer
Application tips for this job
- Place your strongest SME Banking Officer evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to Polaris Bank Limited and the role in Lagos.
- Add concrete examples related to sales, call_center, internship, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
- Follow the instructions from Jobzilla Nigeria; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
- Confirm the deadline, interview location and employer contact before sharing personal documents.
- Prepare a polite question about pay, benefits and contract terms for later interview stages.
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- No major risk signal was detected in the captured text.
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Interview preparation
- What experience makes you a strong fit for this SME Banking Officer role in sales, call_center?
- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Lagos under the listed contract or schedule?
- Prepare examples with clear responsibilities, tools used and measurable outcomes.
- Review the source and research Polaris Bank Limited before the interview.
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Original source description
SME Banking Officer at Polaris Bank Limited ⏲ Aug 13, 2026, 12:16 PM ⋕ View all Banking & Financial Services jobs Polaris Bank was established by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on September 21, 2018 to offer commercial banking services to the Nigerian public. The bank commenced services on the same day, having purchased the assets and assumed certain liabilities of the defunct Skye Bank.With a footprint of over 350 branches across the country, Polaris Bank prides itself in delivering exceptional customer experience, leveraging best in class/state of the art Information Communication Technology (ICT). By focusing on ICT solutions across multiple service delivery channels (mobile banking, ATMs, POS and online platforms) Polaris Bank maintains a pivotal role in the Nigerian banking industry, providing customers with simple, convenient and secured banking services. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: SME Banking Officer Location: Lagos Job Type: Full time Job Purpose relationship management, credit origination, portfolio management, and the delivery of tailored banking solutions, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and risk standards. Drive business growth within the SME segment through customer acquisition, Key Responsibilities: Acquire and onboard SME customers to grow the business portfolio. Develop and maintain strong relationships with SME clients, identifyingopportunities for cross-selling and enhanced customer value. erformance. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver efficient customer service and operational excellence. Ensure compliance with credit, operational, KYC/AML, and regulatoryrequirements. Drive growth in loans, deposits, and non-interest revenue in line with assigned targets. Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging business opportunities within the SME sector. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Loan and deposit portfolio growth Cross-sell and product penetration rates Portfolio quality (PAR/NPL management) SME customer acquisition and retention Revenue and profitability performance Credit processing turnaround time Compliance and audit ratings Qualifications & Experience: Experience: in customer acquisition, credit analysis, and portfolio management. 2-5 years' experience: in SME, Commercial, or Business Banking, Sales, or Relationship Management. Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online View all Jobs in Nigeria Lagos State