EDWARD KENECHUKWU OSAKWE
Glasgow
Summary
Dynamic senior banking professional with over two decades of experience in fostering business growth and customer acquisition. Demonstrated success in digital transformation and transaction banking, leading to increased profitability and strategic partnerships. Expertise spans corporate banking, commercial banking, and digital channels, with a focus on operational excellence. Recognized for delivering impactful business outcomes and managing high-performing teams.
Overview
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Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work history
Branch Manager
Keystone Bank
2025.08 - 2026.07
- Increased branch liabilities from ₦5.8bn to ₦7bn.
- Delivered 182% Profit Before Tax performance against target.
- Increased customer base while maintaining strong customer satisfaction.
- Achieved a 90% low-cost deposit ratio against a 65% target.
- Managed branch operations, financial performance, compliance, and business growth.
Branch Manager
Ecobank
2025.01 - 2025.07
- Managed branch profitability, customer growth, and operational performance.
- Led sales and relationship management initiatives across retail and commercial customers.
- Delivered sustainable business growth while ensuring compliance with banking regulations.
Senior Relationship Manager – Value Chain
Ecobank
2024.06 - 2024.12
- Mobilised over ₦25bn in distributor collections within six months.
- Facilitated over ₦5bn in bank guarantees for FMCG and cement distributors.
- Acquired 55 new distributor relationships.
- Developed value chain growth strategies resulting in a 20% increase in collections.
Head of Value Chain & Digital Banking
FSDH Merchant Bank
2021.08 - 2024.05
- Led value chain and digital banking strategy across the bank.
- Supported corporate customer ecosystem development and revenue growth.
- Delivered enterprise-wide training on value chain marketing and digital banking solutions.
- Worked collaboratively across business units to drive digital adoption and customer engagement.
Lead Mobile & Internet Banking
Access Bank PLC
2019.04 - 2021.07
- Supported successful launch of Access More Mobile App.
- Delivered enhancements to digital banking products and payment services.
- Negotiated favourable commercial agreements with technology partners.
- Increased digital banking adoption and customer engagement through targeted campaigns.
Head of Corporate Engagement & Value Chain Management
Diamond Bank PLC
2013.01 - 2019.01
- Developed value chain frameworks implemented across multiple West African countries.
- Increased corporate market share by 35%.
- Improved distributor conversion by 15%.
- Led initiatives that increased SME and corporate business growth by 85%.
- Supported growth of POS market share from fifth to second position in the industry.
Product Manager – Cash Management
Diamond Bank PLC
2007.01 - 2013.01
- Grew international money transfer income from $250,000 to $3 million.
- Increased collections business by 78% over two years.
- Delivered digital payment and collection solutions for corporate clients.
- Supported implementation of cashless banking initiatives.
Business Service Officer
Standard Chartered Bank
2005.01 - 2007.01
- Supported SME banking operations.
- Managed customer documentation and credit administration activities.
- Assisted with trade finance and customer service processes.
Education
BSc - Business Management
University of Nigeria
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Metallurgical Training Institute
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Digital Banking Platforms
- Payment Systems
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- CRM Systems
Certification
- International Finance Corporation – Supply & Value Chain Management
- Collections & Optimisation Programme
- Electronic Business Products & Solutions
- Anti-Money Laundering Training
- Digital Banking & Payments Training
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Commercial Banking
- Corporate Banking
- Relationship Management
- Business Development
- Strategic Partnerships
- Value Chain Management
- Digital Banking
- Transaction Banking
- Cash Management
- Payments & Collections
- Revenue Growth
- Customer Acquisition
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Team Leadership
- Change Management
- Business Strategy
- Risk Management
- Data Analysis & Reporting
Timeline
Branch Manager
Keystone Bank
2025.08 - 2026.07
Branch Manager
Ecobank
2025.01 - 2025.07
Senior Relationship Manager – Value Chain
Ecobank
2024.06 - 2024.12
Head of Value Chain & Digital Banking
FSDH Merchant Bank
2021.08 - 2024.05
Lead Mobile & Internet Banking
Access Bank PLC
2019.04 - 2021.07
Head of Corporate Engagement & Value Chain Management
Diamond Bank PLC
2013.01 - 2019.01
Product Manager – Cash Management
Diamond Bank PLC
2007.01 - 2013.01
Business Service Officer
Standard Chartered Bank
2005.01 - 2007.01
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Metallurgical Training Institute
BSc - Business Management
University of Nigeria