Chief Operating Officer at Afreximbank

Bridgetown, , Barbados -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Client Relationship Management, Business Origination, Deal Execution, Strategic Planning, Market Development, Compliance, Governance, External Representation, Communication, Team Management, Trade Finance, Investment Banking, Negotiation, Cultural Diversity, Regulatory Compliance

Industry

Description

Key Responsibilities Leadership & Regional Representation Represent Afreximbank Group within the Caribbean region, engaging with stakeholders and promoting the Bank’s mandate and image. Act as the President’s representative in the region, providing leadership, guidance, and strategic oversight to regional operations. Lead, develop and motivate client-facing teams to build and maintain high-quality relationships with host governments, regional institutions, corporates, and development partners. Client Relationship Management Oversee the management of a client portfolio through client relations officers, ensuring the development of proactive, customized engagement plans. Provide timely and high-quality client service to corporates, financial institutions, and government agencies within the region. Identify client needs and ensure timely provision of accurate information on the Bank’s products and services. Business Origination & Deal Execution Coordinate deal teams across the Bank’s product lines and geographies. Review business proposals, Pre-Assessment Memos and Credit Proposals submitted by the region and make recommendations to the Director & Global Head, Client Relations. Lead new business pitches, undertake commercial negotiations, and secure mandates in line with the Bank’s growth objectives. Support recovery and resolution efforts for delinquent transactions. Strategic Planning & Market Development Prepare the annual Regional Strategic and Marketing Plans aligned with the Bank’s overall Strategic Plan. Lead implementation of approved marketing plans and strategies to deepen penetration into various segments of the trade finance and investment banking markets. Champion and ensure visibility and uptake of all Afreximbank Group products and initiatives across the Caribbean region. Compliance & Governance Ensure full branch-level compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational policies, including AML/CFT frameworks and professional codes of conduct. Maintain proper documentation through structured reporting, file notes, and follow-up actions after client engagements. Manage Bank assets and property in liaison with the Administrative Services Department. External Representation Represent the Bank in high-level regional meetings, forums, and industry platforms. Enhance and protect the Bank’s corporate image and stakeholder relationships throughout the region. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Senior Management. Qualifications & Experience Minimum Qualifications Postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Banking, Finance or related field, or a recognized postgraduate professional qualification in Banking. Years & Nature of Experience Minimum of 10 years’ experience with a leading financial services institution. Demonstrated familiarity with major trade finance and investment banking products, including: syndications, co-financing, club deals, correspondent banking products (letters of credit, factoring, forfaiting), structured trade finance, carbon financing, corporate finance risk participations, and project-related financing. Proven track record operating at senior management or executive level, preferably in a regional or multi-country context. Skills & Competencies Strong ability to function in culturally diverse and change-oriented environments. Experience interacting with high-level government officials, corporates, and financial institutions. Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English; competency in one or more of the Bank’s working languages (French, Arabic, Portuguese) is an added advantage. Demonstrated leadership capability, including management of teams and human resources to achieve strategic objectives. Private Health Insurance Pension Plan Training & Development Performance Bonus

Responsibilities

The Chief Operating Officer will represent Afreximbank Group in the Caribbean, providing leadership and strategic oversight to regional operations while managing client relationships. The role involves coordinating business origination and deal execution, ensuring compliance, and enhancing the Bank's corporate image.