Stanbic IBTC Bank Nigeria is recruiting Clearing Officers
for Ado-Etiki, Akure and Ilorin Branches. We know that success in competitive global
markets relies on a clear focus, exceptional talent, a strong team ethic, and a
hunger for innovation. Our investment banking division provides a challenging
environment with
significant opportunities for growth and the rewards that
accompany market-leading success.
If you are a professional who can clearly demonstrate a
strong entrepreneurial spirit combined with a highly developed ability to
analyse and interpret market data, then we want to hear from you.
Job Position: Clearing Officer
Location: Ado-Etiki,
Akure and Ilorin
The Role
Ensure correct procedures for handling clearing cheques,
scheduling of outward cheques after receiving it from the tellers, Ensure due
diligence on the cheques handling. Prepare Caution notices as applicable. Hand
over returned cheques to TLCS for onward delivery to customers following the
laid down procedures. Process outward clearing cheques in line with the
procedures. Posting of cheques into relevant accounts. Moved processed cheque
to Clearing house (CBN) following laid down procedures.
Cheque processing:
Scheduling of outward cheques after receiving it from the
tellers
Ensuring due diligence on the cheques handling
Prepare Caution notices as applicable
Hand over returned cheques to TLCS for onward delivery to
customers
Ensure laid-down procedures are adhered to when handing over
returned cheques to TLCS
Ensure outward clearing cheques are photocopied and duly
filed
Posting of cheques in the correct accounts into relevant
accounts.
Support functions:
Takes outward clearing cheques to Clearing (CBN) on a daily
basis (Clearing Rep)
Post Inward clearing cheques from Clearing (CBN) on a daily
basis
Collate and send all NEFT transactions received from
clearing house to OPC Back office support team for final processing
Reports:
Inward Clearing Cheque
Outward Clearing Cheque
Legislative prohibitions
In terms of the
Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act No 37 of 2002, (the Act) no
staff member is permitted to provide any advice or intermediary service to a
customer, in terms of a financial product, as determined by the Act, unless
they have been appointed as a Representative of a licensed Financial Services
Provider.
In your current
position you are not an accredited representative in terms of the Act, and are
therefore prohibited from giving any advice or intermediary service to a
customer in terms of a financial product, as determined by the Act.
Required Skills and
Qualifications
Personal Skills
Good verbal communication skills required for explaining
banking procedures.
Ability to convey factual information clearly.
Ability to listen and probe effectively to determine
customers’ real needs.
Assertive – able to stand by principles and put forward an
idea or view despite opposition.
Resilient – able to retain optimism despite setbacks and not
take criticism personally.
Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
Methodical, accurate and pays attention to detail.
Persistent in following instructions and completing tasks.
Results-orientated, adheres to turn-around times/deadlines.
Customer service-orientated, diplomatic, tolerant and
helpful to those in need of assistance.
Team player – ability to share with others.
Self-motivated and energetic.
Assertive – ability to stand by principles, even at the risk
of reduced popularity.
Educational Qualifications:
First degree in any discipline
Work Experience
Minimum of 2 years branch banking experience, with exposure
to tellering and safe custody.
Technical Competencies:
Broad understanding of the bank’s procedures and policies
and the application of the Group Reference Guide.
Knowledge of the Code of Banking Practice.
Comprehensive knowledge of bank’s laid-down instructions
regarding clearing and other related branch job.
Knowledge of the NDS System in relation to own department.
Sound understanding of the entire process of transactions
from customer to Operations Support Centre/Proof of Deposit.
Understanding of the impact and inter-relatedness of the
services provided to branch staff and customers.
Application Closing Date
12th August, 2012
How To Apply
Interested and
qualified candidates should:
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