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Faith Agnes Chambers

Faith Agnes Chambers

Relationship Manager Commercial Banking
Nelspruit,MP

Summary

Commercial banking professional with extensive experience in managing business client relationships and delivering tailored financial services. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results. Known for adaptability and commitment to client success, leveraging strong analytical and communication skills. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language

Work History

Commercial Banking Relationship Manager

ABSA Bank South Africa
01.2023 - Current
  • Relationship Management: Owning the primary relationship and acting as the main contact for Commercial clients, maintaining high service levels.
  • Client Solutioning: Collaborating with transactional bankers, credit analysts, and product specialists to deliver bespoke financial solutions, including working capital and asset finance.
  • Business Development: Actively growing the portfolio through new client acquisition and identifying opportunities for existing client growth.
  • Risk & Compliance: Proactively managing risk through regular client reviews, monitoring compliance, and ensuring timely credit reviews.
  • Service Delivery: Setting engagement rules for cross-functional teams to ensure service consistency

Relationship Manager Business Banking

Standard Bank of South Africa
01.2020 - 12.2022
  • Client Portfolio Growth: Develop and execute strategies to grow and retain high-value, Private Banking, or Business clients.
  • Financial Advisory: Act as a trusted partner, analyzing client needs to offer tailored banking solutions.
  • Risk Management: Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal credit policies.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with product specialists to provide tailored financial solutions.
  • Portfolio Management: Conduct in-depth analysis of client financial situations to identify opportunities
  • Fulfill business banking customer’s needs through an in -depth financial analysis methodology leveraging and understanding clients value chain with sole purpose of banking client’s ecosystem
  • Identified new business opportunities through diligent market research and analysis, contributing to increased revenue growth.
  • Developed and cultivated lucrative relationships with both new and existing clients through effective communication and exemplary interpersonal skills.

Portfolio Manager Commercial Banking

Standard Bank of South Africa
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Credit Analysis & Risk Management Analyze financial statements, industry trends, and the "Five C's of Credit" to underwrite loans, prepare credit memos, and manage risk to minimize impairment.
  • Relationship Management Act as a key interface for clients, providing tailored solutions, and enhancing client trust through regular engagement.
  • Portfolio Monitoring Track loan agreement compliance, monitor payment past dues, and review market trends to identify potential issues before they become defaults.
  • Business Development Collaborate with Relationship Managers to identify opportunities for new business and expand existing relationships with banking products and services.

Account Analyst Business Banking

Standard Bank of South Africa
02.2016 - 01.2018

Key Responsibilities

  • Credit Analysis & Risk Management: Assessing financial statements, cash flow, and loan repayment capability to determine creditworthiness. This includes recommending credit terms, adjusting limits, and monitoring compliance with credit policies.
  • Client Portfolio Management: Managing business client relationships, often serving as a primary point of contact for service-related needs, troubleshooting account issues, and facilitating smooth operations.
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis: Preparing detailed financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and daily exception reports to monitor client accounts.
  • Business Development & Growth: Identifying opportunities to cross-sell banking products, such as credit cards or cash management services, to enhance client profitability.
  • Data Analysis & Process Improvement: Analyzing transaction data to identify trends, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and improve efficiency within banking systems.

Business Administrator

Standard Bank of South Africa
08.2014 - 02.2016

Key Responsibilities:

  • Client Onboarding and Support: Assisting with KYC (Know Your Customer) documentation and onboarding new clients.
  • Administrative Maintenance: Handling account maintenance, managing diaries, responding to client emails, and maintaining accurate records.
  • Compliance and Risk Management: Ensuring compliance with internal procedures, credit policies, and financial regulations.
  • Commercial Support: Supporting Relationship Segment Head, Relationship Managers with business activity schedules, credit administration, and product support.

Education

Diploma - Business Management NQFL6 ID21058

Damelin Correspondence College
Nelspruit
11-2018

Postgraduate Diploma - Risk Management

UNISA
Online
03-2026

Advanced Diploma - Management Practice

Henley Business School
Johannesburg
10-2020

Skills

Relationship Management

Interpersonal Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Certification

Certificate, Regulatory Examination (RE5), Moonstone (2016)

Interests

Travelling, Reading

Timeline

Commercial Banking Relationship Manager

ABSA Bank South Africa
01.2023 - Current

Relationship Manager Business Banking

Standard Bank of South Africa
01.2020 - 12.2022

Portfolio Manager Commercial Banking

Standard Bank of South Africa
01.2018 - 12.2019

Account Analyst Business Banking

Standard Bank of South Africa
02.2016 - 01.2018

Business Administrator

Standard Bank of South Africa
08.2014 - 02.2016

Advanced Diploma - Management Practice

Henley Business School

Diploma - Business Management NQFL6 ID21058

Damelin Correspondence College

Postgraduate Diploma - Risk Management

UNISA
Faith Agnes ChambersRelationship Manager Commercial Banking