Head, SME Lending Job at Fast Credit Limited

Fast Credit Limited (FCL) was established in line with Central Bank of Nigeria regulations to carry out the business of financing personal, business and emergency loans. We also create a platform for the investment of wholesale funds via investment notes and borrowings from individual and institutions for good returns and fund safety.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Head, SME Lending

Job Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time (On-site)
Industry: Financial Services

Summary

• Fast Credit is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head, SME Lending to lead our SME portfolio and drive growth across the segment.
• This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who combines strong commercial acumen with deep expertise in SME lending, governance, collections, and recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to grow SME lending portfolio in alignment with business objectives.
• Lead sales, product innovation, and channel development initiatives that enhance market share.
• Oversee governance, credit risk, and portfolio quality, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
• Drive effective collections and recovery strategies to maintain asset quality.
• Provide strong leadership, coaching, and performance management for the SME team.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, partners, and customers.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial services sales, with at least 6 years in SME lending.
• Strong track record of driving SME lending growth and achieving commercial targets.
• Proven expertise in governance, risk management, and credit portfolio oversight.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage collections, recovery, and high-performing teams.

What We Offer

• A leadership opportunity in a fast-growing financial institution.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A collaborative culture focused on performance and impact.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hcm@fastcredit-ng.com using "Head, SME Lending Application" as the subject of the email.