Head Business Development – CIB Transactional Banking - Sandton Gauteng

Absa Group Limited (Absa) is actively recruiting for a Head Business Development – CIB Transactional Banking - Sandton position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Finance / Accounting / Audit sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 15 years • Educational Background: Others or equivalent • Industry Focus: Finance / Accounting / Audit • Location Preference: in Gauteng

Financial professionals like Head Business Development – CIB Transactional Banking - Sandton are vital for organizational stability and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to impact business strategy and financial health.

This role in Finance / Accounting / Audit offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Head Business Development – CIB Transactional Banking - Sandton position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 15 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Others • Specific achievements in the Finance / Accounting / Audit field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Finance / Accounting / Audit sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Are you a senior business development leader with the influence, commercial acumen and Pan-African market insight to unlock large-scale growth? This is a high-impact opportunity to lead the business development agenda within CIB Transactional Banking, shaping strategic growth, market expansion and client acquisition across priority sectors and markets. In this role you will lead the Pan-African business development function, identifying and converting new revenue opportunities, building strategic partnerships and strengthening the Transactional Banking franchise across Africa. Working closely with Product, Sales, Coverage, Corporate Banking and Regional teams, you will originate strategic opportunities, deepen executive client relationships and accelerate sustainable revenue growth in support of the broader Transactional Banking and CIB strategy.

Your key accountabilities will include;

Defining and executing the Pan-African business development strategy aligned to the Transactional Banking growth agenda. Originating new-to-bank and high-value strategic client opportunities across public sector, infrastructure and priority ecosystems. Building trusted executive-level relationships with key decision-makers, industry bodies, regulators and ecosystem partners. Identifying and developing partnerships that enhance market access, sector penetration and commercial growth. Collaborating across Cash Management, Payments, Liquidity, Trade and Working Capital, Investor Services, Coverage and Regional teams to deliver integrated client solutions. Driving disciplined opportunity management, forecasting and sustainable revenue growth. Building and leading a high-performing business development franchise, developing future leaders and strengthening succession depth.

Send in your CV if you also have;

15+ years’ experience in Transactional Banking, Corporate Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, or a related financial services environment. Significant executive leadership experience across business development, sales, client coverage or corporate banking. A proven track record of originating strategic opportunities and delivering meaningful revenue growth. Deep understanding of Pan-African Transactional Banking markets, public sector and infrastructure client segments. Strong ability to engage senior stakeholders, regulators, government entities, development finance institutions and industry participants. Commercial judgement, enterprise leadership and the ability to mobilise cross-functional teams around complex client opportunities. Postgraduate qualification in Commerce, Finance, Economics, Banking, Business or a related discipline. MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification would be advantageous.

End Date: September 1, 2026