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Eleojo Amodu

F.C.T Abuja,FCT

Summary

A dynamic and results-driven seasoned banker with a proven track record of leading and driving profitable business growth in the banking industry. I am seeking a challenging role in a reputable bank where I can leverage my skills and experience to contribute to the organization's success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE

KARU AREA PLANNING DEVELOPMENT AUTHOURITY
Mararaba, Nassarawa
09.2005 - 08.2006
  • Generated new development deals for company specialized in acquiring multi-family residential projects and real estate market analysis
  • Managed services to fully document the available properties with high-quality images and virtual tours
  • Maintained an efficient office environment by skillfully routing incoming and outgoing mail
  • Followed established guidelines and procedures
  • Categorized leads according to client needs, timelines, and property searches
  • Counseled clients on current market status for land and residential markets
  • Documented payments and expenses to keep financial records current
  • Updated office calendar with new meetings, events and appointments to avoid overbooking.

CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER

FIRST GUARANTEE PENSION LTD
Abuja, Abuja Federal Capital Territory
09.2006
  • Developed collaborative partnerships with customers and internal business partners to build successful solutions to diverse problems
  • Shared relevant tools with customers as necessary to reduce support call frequency
  • Directed phone calls to shorten service time and steer conversations towards targeted solutions
  • Connected with prospective, new, and established customers to assess and determine individual needs
  • Assisted with ongoing management of systems and processes to improve customer service ratings
  • Studied customer interactions and collected feedback to identify potential service improvements.

HEAD OF SALES AND MARKETING

APT PENSIONS LTD
Abuja, Abuja Federal Capital Territory
09.2009
  • Pension Management
  • Securing public & private sectors' pension accounts
  • Making presentation to prospective customers
  • Suggesting business idea to the Regional Director
  • Processing of RSA PINs & customer service relationship
  • Recruitment of staff in assigned locations
  • Participated in seminars and additional training to expand knowledge and skills
  • Managed daily tasks consistently and sought out opportunities to go beyond requirements and support business targets
  • Required minimal oversight to complete job tasks, meeting all deadlines and goals
  • Assessed and delivered positive returns on investment for assigned accounts
  • Helped to integrate promotional and branding information into the company's print and digital footprints
  • Worked collaboratively with business managers to support new and existing locations in marketing efforts
  • Reported on organizational, employment, and compensation data through detailed reports and concise summaries for management review
  • Offered human resources and compensation expertise to help resolve disputes between employees and employers
  • Collected job-specific and general occupational data to assess employment trends
  • Developed strategies for successfully communicating benefits information to employees
  • Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management
  • Addressed concerns quickly to avoid lasting issues.

TEAM LEAD PUBLIC SECTOR

HERITAGE BANK
Abuja, Nigeria
04.2013 - 02.2015
  • Deposit Mobilization
  • Identifying new business opportunities
  • Building strong customer relationships
  • Expanding the bank's client base
  • Identifying with top government officials and gathering relevant information to enhance business relationship & strategic initiatives/Understanding of the Nation's Annual Budget
  • Review of all public fund's portfolio, effective balance sheet management and making recommendation to Senior Management.

EXPERIENCE CENTER MANAGER

HERITAGE BANK PLC
FCT, Abuja, Nigeria
03.2015 - 07.2018
  • Analyzed market conditions, competitor activities, and potential business risks to develop mitigation and improvement strategies
  • Deepened relationships acquired new clients, and improved service delivery to drive portfolio growth
  • Built branch partnerships, planned new marketing strategies, and shuffled teams to achieve branch targets
  • Determined credit risk for new and existing clients to mitigate fraud and losses
  • Reviewed customers' financials to approve loans and credit lines
  • Prepared detailed sales plans and set competitive team goals to meet business targets
  • Served as first point of contact for clients and displayed positive first impressions through friendly and expert customer service
  • Generated and tracked leads, built connections, and converted prospects into customers with high success rates
  • Developed targeted acquisition plans to guide week-to-week activities for branch staff
  • Assessed risks inherent in different business relationships to determine best business relationships to pursue
  • Prepared presentations and reports for management to aid in key financial planning and decision-making
  • Evaluated applications for loans and lines of credit to determine whether customers were suitable candidates for the desired product.

CLUSTER HEAD RETAIL BANKING

HERITAGE BANK PLC
F.C.T Abuja, Nigeria
08.2018 - 06.2022

1. Extensive Branch Management Experience:

  • Over a decade of experience in retail banking, with at least 4 years in regional leadership role.
  • Proven track record of managing multiple branches with significant customer traffic and complex operations.
  • Experience in driving branch performance, including deposit mobilization, loan disbursement, and other retail banking products.

2. Strategic Leadership and Team Management:

  • Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and motivate branch managers and their teams to achieve business goals.
  • Experience in developing and implementing strategies that improve branch performance, customer acquisition, and retention.
  • Strong capability in managing diverse teams across different locations, ensuring consistency in service delivery and operational excellence.

3. Financial Performance and Reporting:

  • Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed financial targets, including revenue, profit, and cost management goals for the cluster.
  • Experience in analysing branch performance data, identifying trends, and making informed decisions to improve overall cluster performance.
  • Regularly reported on key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior management, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

4. Risk Management and Credit Control:

  • Experience in managing the credit process within retail banking, including loan approvals, disbursements, and collections.
  • Strong understanding of risk management practices, including identifying and mitigating risks associated with retail banking operations.
  • Proven ability to maintain healthy loan portfolio across the branches, minimizing non-performing loans (NPLs) and ensuring sound credit practices.

5. Customer Service Excellence:

  • Deep understanding of customer needs within the retail banking sector, with focus on delivering exceptional service.
  • Experience in implementing customer service initiatives that enhance the overall customer experience and drive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Ability to manage customer complaints and resolve issues promptly, maintaining positive reputation for the bank within the cluster.

Head, Sales and Business Development

Imperial Homes Mortgage Bank
Abuja, Nigeria
04.2024 - Current

1. Leadership and Management:

  • Team Leadership: Leading and managing a team of senior managers and department heads within the mortgage division.
  • Strategic Planning: Developing and implementing strategic goals for the mortgage division in alignment with the overall bank’s objectives.
  • Performance Management: Setting performance targets, monitoring achievements, and ensuring the team meets or exceeds business objectives.

2. Business Development:

  • Market Expansion: Identifying and exploring new markets, partnerships, and opportunities for growth in the mortgage sector.
  • Client Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, developers, real estate agents, and other stakeholders.
  • Product Development: Leading the creation and enhancement of mortgage products and services to meet market demands and customer needs.

3. Financial Management:

  • Budgeting and Financial Planning: Overseeing the budget, financial planning, and resource allocation for the mortgage division.
  • Risk Management: Implementing risk management strategies to minimize the bank's exposure to defaults and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Profitability: Ensuring the profitability of the mortgage business through careful management of interest margins, fees, and other revenue streams.








Group Head Institutional Banking

HERITAGE BANK PLC
FCT, Abuja, Nigeria
07.2022 - 02.2024

1. Extensive Public Sector Engagement:

  • Over a decade of experience working directly with various levels of government, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as government parastatals and agencies.
  • Established and managed relationships with key public sector stakeholders, including government officials, decision-makers, and regulatory bodies.
  • Proven ability to understand and align banking products with financial needs of public sector, including budgetary constraints, revenue generation, and public finance management.

2. Strategic Leadership and Team Management:

  • Led and mentored a team of relationship managers, business development officers, and support staff dedicated to serving public sector clients.
  • Developed and executed strategies that have successfully grown the bank's public sector portfolio, including expanding government accounts, securing deposit mobilization, and providing tailored financing solutions.
  • Demonstrated capability in driving business growth through strategic planning, market analysis, and the development of innovative banking solutions for the public sector.

3. Business Development and Revenue Growth:

  • Proven track record of generating significant revenue and profit through strategic partnerships with government entities and agencies.
  • Experience in negotiating and closing high-value deals that contribute to the bank's bottom line while meeting the financial objectives of public sector clients.
  • Skilled in identifying new opportunities for growth within the public sector, including emerging markets such as digital payments and financial inclusion initiatives.

4.Financial Performance and Reporting:

  • Consistently achieved or exceeded financial targets, including deposit growth, revenue generation, and profitability within the public sector division.
  • Provided regular reports to senior management, offering insights into market trends, competitive analysis, and the performance of the public sector portfolio.
  • - Played a key role in the bank's overall strategy by contributing to the formulation and implementation of public sector-focused initiatives.

Education

B.SC - POLITICAL SCIENCE - Political Science

Enugu State University of Science & Technology
01.1999 - 09.2003

SSCE -

Oga Memorial Grammar School
01.1991 - undefined

PRIMARY EDUCATION -

Federal Polytechnic Staff School (Primary Education)
01.1986 - 09.1991

Skills

1 Financial Analysis: The ability to interpret financial statements, assess credit risk, and make informed decisions regarding loans, investments, and other financial products

2 Leadership and Team Management: Experience in leading teams, mentoring junior staff, and managing day-to-day operations in a banking environment

3 Sales and Business Development: Ability to identify new business opportunities, cross-sell products, and contribute to the bank's growth by acquiring and retaining clients

4 Problem-Solving: Aptitude for resolving client issues, handling disputes, and making sound decisions under pressure

5 Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of banking regulations, compliance requirements, and industry standards to ensure the bank operates within legal and ethical boundaries

Languages

English

Affiliations

  • Reading: Staying informed on industry trends, financial markets, or enjoying fiction and non-fiction books.
  • Traveling: Exploring new cultures, learning about global economies, and gaining fresh perspectives.

Accomplishments

EXCO COMMENDATION LETTER: Exceeded financial targets by 300%.

Certification

Institute of Information and Strategy Management; IISM Fellow:

Custom

References available upon request.

Personal Information

Timeline

Head, Sales and Business Development

Imperial Homes Mortgage Bank
04.2024 - Current

Group Head Institutional Banking

HERITAGE BANK PLC
07.2022 - 02.2024

CLUSTER HEAD RETAIL BANKING

HERITAGE BANK PLC
08.2018 - 06.2022

EXPERIENCE CENTER MANAGER

HERITAGE BANK PLC
03.2015 - 07.2018

TEAM LEAD PUBLIC SECTOR

HERITAGE BANK
04.2013 - 02.2015

HEAD OF SALES AND MARKETING

APT PENSIONS LTD
09.2009

CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER

FIRST GUARANTEE PENSION LTD
09.2006

NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE

KARU AREA PLANNING DEVELOPMENT AUTHOURITY
09.2005 - 08.2006

B.SC - POLITICAL SCIENCE - Political Science

Enugu State University of Science & Technology
01.1999 - 09.2003

SSCE -

Oga Memorial Grammar School
01.1991 - undefined

PRIMARY EDUCATION -

Federal Polytechnic Staff School (Primary Education)
01.1986 - 09.1991
Eleojo Amodu