Graduate Management Trainee Programme - Business & Growth Strategy

Graduate Management Trainee Programme - Business & Growth Strategy

At Careers Verified, we go beyond narrowly defined clients’ issues; we create opportunities for our clients, candidates, colleagues, collaborators, and the community. Through a network of diversified but highly complementary lines of business, we help organizations find critical talent, access cutting-edge advice, and get the innovative support they require to grow in a challenging market. We partner with businesses and organizations of varying size and structure across diverse sectors, such as Oil and Gas, Engineering, Finance, Telecom, FMCG, Legal, Technology, Healthcare, Travel and Aviation, etc., to enhance business performance and to optimize for growth to achieve exceptional results. What sets us apart is the depth of our capabilities, creative problem-solving approach, and proven track record in our practice areas, combined with in-depth knowledge of the realities of the industries we serve.

Applications are invited for:

Title: Graduate Management Trainee Programme - Business & Growth Strategy

Locations: Abuja (FCT), Abia, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Benue, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Imo, Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Niger, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Rivers, Sokoto, and Taraba

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking ambitious, intelligent, and results-driven graduates to join our Graduate Management Trainee Programme in Business & Growth Strategy.
• The successful candidates will undergo structured training and practical work experience in banking operations, business development, sales strategy, customer acquisition, market analysis, and relationship management.
• This programme is designed to develop future banking professionals who can identify business opportunities, drive revenue growth, expand the customer base, and contribute to the bank’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of business growth strategies to increase revenue and market share.
• Identify new business opportunities and generate leads for banking products and services.
• Participate in customer acquisition, relationship management, and customer retention initiatives.
• Promote banking products, including savings and current accounts, loans, digital banking solutions, POS services, and other financial products.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities.
• Support the achievement of sales targets and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Build and maintain relationships with individuals, SMEs, and corporate customers.
• Analyse business performance data and prepare reports to support management decisions.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, operations, and other banking teams to improve business performance.
• Ensure compliance with banking policies, regulatory requirements, and customer service standards.
• Participate in training, mentoring, presentations, and departmental rotations as required.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Banking and Finance, or any related discipline.
• A minimum of a Second Class Lower degree or its equivalent is preferred.
• Fresh graduates and candidates with limited work experience are encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated interest in banking, business development, sales, and financial services.
• Good numerical, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• A proactive, target-driven mindset with a strong willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work in any assigned location nationwide.

What We Offer

• Structured graduate training and professional development.
• Practical exposure to banking, business development, and growth strategy.
• Mentorship from experienced banking professionals.
• Opportunities for career progression based on performance.
• Competitive remuneration and performance-based incentives, subject to the bank’s employment terms.

Application Closing Date

31st December, 2026.