Director of Liquidity Management

Company Description Standard Bank Egypt operates in one of Africa’s most dynamic investment destinations, supported by macroeconomic reforms, resilient financial institutions, and strong global partnerships. Egypt has attracted significant Gulf foreign direct investment and support from institutions such as the IMF and EU, helping to stabilize its currency, bolster reserves, and restore investor confidence. The country’s positive credit outlook signals ongoing economic momentum and a supportive environment for financial services growth. As a systemically important market in the Middle East and North Africa, Egypt enables Standard Bank to expand its franchise, connect trade flows across the continent, and serve clients working at the intersection of African and global markets.
Role Description The Director of Liquidity Management is a full-time remote role responsible for overseeing the bank’s liquidity strategy, ensuring adequate funding, and optimizing the balance sheet in line with regulatory and internal risk frameworks. This role includes monitoring daily liquidity positions, analyzing cash flows, and managing short-term funding activities across currencies and entities. The director will design and maintain liquidity policies, stress testing frameworks, and contingency funding plans, while collaborating with treasury, risk, finance, and business units to align liquidity management with commercial objectives. The role also involves preparing reports for senior leadership and regulators, advising on product and transaction structures from a liquidity perspective, and driving continuous improvement in liquidity analytics, tools, and governance.
Qualifications
Strong foundation in Finance and Financial Planning, with the ability to design and implement liquidity strategies and funding plans.
Proficiency in Financial Statements and Financial Reporting, including interpreting balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow data for liquidity purposes.
Advanced Analytical Skills for modeling liquidity scenarios, conducting stress tests, and evaluating funding and investment options.
Extensive experience in bank treasury or liquidity management, preferably within regional or international financial institutions.
In-depth knowledge of regulatory liquidity frameworks (e.g., LCR, NSFR) and risk management principles.
Strong leadership capabilities, with experience guiding cross-functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex financial information into clear insights.
Relevant academic background such as a bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM, ACT) are an advantage.
Ability to work effectively in a remote setting, demonstrating high levels of accountability, collaboration, and adaptability in a global environment.

Work arrangement
Yes