Job description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ FIRST CAPITAL BANK MALAWI
POSITION: HEAD OF CORPORATE & INSTITUTIONAL BANKING
Location: Blantyre
The opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Head of Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) to lead the CIB business and drive its continued growth and profitability.
The role will provide strategic leadership across business development, client relationships, portfolio performance, risk management and people leadership.
Key responsibilities
Lead the CIB strategy and deliver sustainable growth, profitability and increased client share of wallet.
Build and deepen relationships with key corporate and institutional clients and drive new business.
Ensure strong portfolio quality, risk management and risk-adjusted returns within the Bank’s risk appetite.
Lead and develop a high-performing CIB team and strengthen leadership capability and succession.
Partner effectively across the Bank and Group and represent the Bank with key clients, regulators and other stakeholders.
What you bring
Significant senior experience in corporate and/or institutional banking, with a strong track record of business growth and profitability.
Strong knowledge of corporate banking, lending, transaction banking and credit risk.
Established relationships within the corporate and institutional market, with a sound understanding of the Malawi banking and business environment.
Strong commercial judgement, strategic thinking, negotiation and relationship management skills.
Proven ability to lead, develop and inspire high-performing teams.
Why join First Capital Bank?
This is an opportunity to lead a strategically important business within First Capital Bank Malawi, working closely with the Executive and Group leadership teams to shape CIB growth, client relationships and long-term business performance.
HOW TO APPLY
View the full role profile and apply via https://careers.fmbch.com
Closing date: 24 October 2026
First Capital Bank is an equal opportunity employer.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.