Expansion Manager at VFD Group

Role Description

• The Nationwide Branch Expansion Manager is a full-time, role based in Lagos Nigeria, responsible for driving the strategic growth of VFD Microfinance Bank’s physical branch network across the country. This role involves identifying high-potential locations, conducting feasibility studies, and overseeing end-to-end branch setup, including infrastructure, staffing, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• The manager will collaborate with internal stakeholders to align branch expansion plans with overall business objectives, monitor branch performance, and ensure operational standards are consistently met.
• Day-to-day activities include market analysis, coordination with real estate and project teams, reporting on expansion progress, and implementing initiatives to optimize customer acquisition and revenue growth in new and existing branches.

Qualifications

• First degree in a numerate or relevant discipline (Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related).
• A master's degree / MBA is an added advantage.
• 10–15 years' relevant experience in banking, financial services or fintech, of which a minimum of 5 years must have been in a senior or managerial branch expansion, distribution, retail network or business development role.
• Demonstrated experience leading a multi-location or nationwide rollout programme, ideally within a microfinance bank, commercial bank or digital financial services environment
• Proven Team Management experience to lead branch setup teams, support branch managers, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Demonstrated Sales skills to drive branch performance, support customer acquisition strategies, and achieve growth targets.
• Experience in branch operations, retail banking, or financial services expansion within Nigeria or similar markets.
• Solid understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements related to banking and microfinance institutions.