Loan Officer at Lawrence Price & Company Limited

Qualification, Skills and Experience Required

• Diploma or better in any business related course,
• Computer literate (Microsoft Word and Excel)
• Relevant selling skills
• 2 – 3 years’ experience with a strong microfinance background

Job Overview

Takes charge in selling Lawrence Price & Co. products & services, screening, evaluation of loan documentation and processing of loan applications as per laid down Policies and Procedures, general customer service. The Loan Officer is also responsible for the recovery of all loans under his/her portfolio.

The Loan Officer will have combined roles of Clerk, Sales Agent, Teller and will be called upon to take up the role of Branch Manager in his/her absence.

Functions

Competencies

• Basic knowledge in financial analysis
• Honesty and Integrity
• Good organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Knowledgeable in Lawrence Price & Co. Credit Procedures and Products
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Established marketing skills necessary for business origination and portfolio monitoring
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skill.
• Excellent customer service skills

Other Working Conditions

• Flexible working hours
• Temporary assignment to another branch to cover for other staff availing of leave time & other absences

Expected Outcomes

• Sustained growth and quality of loan portfolio,
• Compliance to policies procedures,
• Customers Satisfaction.