Join the Absa Team – Shape the Future of Banking in Africa
Location: Kenya | Application Deadline: July 16, 2025 (unless stated otherwise)
At Absa Bank Kenya PLC, we believe in possibility. We’re not just a bank—we’re a group of people who believe in pushing boundaries, solving problems, and creating opportunities for our clients and communities. As part of the larger Absa Group Limited, a leading pan-African financial services group listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, we provide a wide range of banking, insurance, and investment services across the continent.
Our success stems from our people. That’s why we’re looking for ambitious, customer-focused, and results-driven individuals to join our growing team. If you’re ready to grow your career with one of Africa’s most dynamic financial institutions, explore the exciting roles below and apply today.
1. SME/Universal Banker – Embu & Nanyuki
Location: Embu Branch
Contract: Two Years Renewable
Job ID: R-15977256
As an SME/Universal Banker, you will be the first point of contact for SME clients, delivering comprehensive financial solutions that drive business growth. You will support account management, relationship building, and sales execution while ensuring excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and grow a portfolio of SME customers in Embu and Nanyuki.
- Cross-sell bank products including loans, accounts, insurance, and digital services.
- Offer business advisory support to SMEs based on their financial needs.
- Conduct client onboarding and KYC documentation.
- Drive adoption of digital banking channels.
- Ensure adherence to Absa policies, risk controls, and regulatory requirements.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with clients and thrives in a results-driven, high-energy environment.
2. Branch Manager – Wajir
Location: Isiolo Branch
Job ID: R-15977318
As Branch Manager for the Wajir region, you will oversee the overall performance of the branch including team leadership, customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and business development. You will be pivotal in enhancing Absa’s presence in the northern region of Kenya.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive branch growth through sales, customer acquisition, and retention strategies.
- Provide strong leadership to staff, ensuring achievement of individual and branch targets.
- Foster a customer-centric culture focused on service excellence and innovation.
- Maintain strong controls to mitigate operational, credit, and reputational risks.
- Build partnerships with the local business community, government, and development agencies.
- Ensure full compliance with internal policies and external regulatory frameworks.
This leadership role suits someone passionate about community banking, business development, and strategic planning.
3. Branch Manager – Mtwapa
Location: Nkrumah Road Branch
Job ID: R-15977304
We are seeking a seasoned professional to serve as Branch Manager for Mtwapa. This role focuses on building lasting customer relationships, growing branch revenue, and ensuring seamless operations in a fast-paced and competitive coastal market.
Key Responsibilities:
- Champion financial solutions tailored for individuals, SMEs, and corporate clients.
- Lead and mentor branch staff for performance, accountability, and continuous learning.
- Deliver against deposit mobilization, loan book growth, and NPL reduction targets.
- Manage operational risk and support internal/external audit reviews.
- Align branch operations with Absa’s strategic priorities and compliance standards.
- Engage customers through innovative marketing and product education initiatives.
This opportunity is best suited for a goal-oriented leader with a passion for people and performance.
4. Area Sales Manager – Machakos
Location: Machakos Branch
Job ID: R-15977294
We are looking for a dynamic and driven Area Sales Manager to lead sales teams and initiatives across the Machakos region. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background and a strategic mindset focused on regional market penetration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute robust sales plans across multiple branches and sales teams.
- Monitor sales pipelines, set performance targets, and conduct regular performance reviews.
- Provide field coaching to enhance individual and team sales capabilities.
- Build strong local networks with businesses, entrepreneurs, and key community stakeholders.
- Work closely with product and marketing teams to deploy campaigns that align with regional market needs.
- Champion digital tools and customer relationship management systems to improve productivity.
This role is perfect for a high-energy, mobile leader with a deep understanding of retail and SME banking products.
5. Senior Data Scientist / AI Engineer
Location: Absa Headquarters (Nairobi)
Job ID: R-15977176
Posted: July 11, 2025
In this exciting and transformative role, the Senior Data Scientist / AI Engineer will help shape the future of digital banking at Absa. You’ll use machine learning and AI to enhance business processes, develop predictive models, and unlock insights that drive strategic decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and optimize machine learning models and AI-driven systems.
- Analyze large datasets to generate actionable insights for product development, risk, and customer experience.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including technology, marketing, finance, and compliance.
- Develop data pipelines, feature engineering workflows, and automation tools.
- Ensure models meet quality standards, are ethically sound, and comply with data privacy regulations.
- Stay ahead of emerging trends in data science and AI applications within financial services.
This role is ideal for a technically skilled innovator with a passion for solving complex business challenges using data.
About Absa Group Limited
Absa Group is one of Africa’s largest and most diversified financial services providers, with presence in 12 countries across the continent. We provide personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, insurance, and wealth management solutions. With a global footprint and local expertise, Absa is committed to driving sustainable growth and delivering exceptional value to its stakeholders.
Our operations in Kenya serve millions of customers, and we are proud to contribute to the country’s development through innovation, partnerships, and community impact.
