About Us
We have more than 65 years of providing uninterrupted banking operations, dating back to 1948.
UBA Kenya Bank Limited is a subsidiary of United Bank for Africa Plc (“UBA”, “The Group”). UBA Group is a leading Pan-African financial services group with presence in 20 African countries, as well as the United Kingdom, the United States of America, France, and Dubai. UBA PLC was incorporated in Nigeria as a limited liability company after taking over the assets of the British and French Bank Limited, which had been operating in Nigeria since 1949.
UBA Kenya Bank started operations in Kenya in October 2009 with 3 branches in Nairobi and has since increased its footprint to 5 branches in Nairobi, Nakuru & Mombasa. The key shareholders for the bank are United Bank of Africa PLC, which holds 80.6% shareholding, Rose A. Okwechim, who holds 15.9% shareholding, Afriland Properties PLC, which holds 3.3% shareholding, Anthony O. Elumelu – Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, who holds 0.00007% shareholding, and Emeke Iweriebor, who holds 0.00007% shareholding.
Our Mission
To be a role model for African businesses by creating superior value for all our stakeholders, abiding by the utmost professional and ethical standards, and by building an enduring institution.
Our Vision
To be the undisputed leading and dominant financial services institution in Africa.
UBA has more than 75 years of providing uninterrupted banking operations, dating back to 1948 when the British and French Bank Limited (BFB) commenced business in Nigeria. BFB was a subsidiary of Banque Nationale de Crédit (BNCI), Paris, which transformed its London branch into a separate subsidiary called the British and French Bank, with shares held by Banque Nationale de Crédit and two British investment firms, S.G. Warburg and Company and Robert Benson and Company.
Leadership
The management team of the group is made up of a crop of seasoned and industry-recognized professionals, with diverse (but complementary) skills in various backgrounds, as well as depth of experience (garnered from national and international institutions).
Our Philosophy
We are committed to creating a dynamic and supportive work environment where:
1. Performance is recognized and rewarded, encouraging excellence across all levels.
2. We promote a healthy work-life balance for all employees.
3. We offer competitive compensation and benefits that rank among the top in the market.
4. There are ample career growth opportunities, whether functional or across borders.
5. We nurture a culturally diverse team with the skills and mindset to excel in diverse markets across Africa and beyond.
UBA Values
Our values are driven by The Three E’s, guiding our culture and service delivery:
1. Deliver outstanding results with passion and professionalism.
2. Simplify processes and exceed customer expectations.
3. Maintain the highest standards of quality and attention to detail.
Execution
1. Act with purpose and urgency.
2. Own your tasks and deliver results consistently.
3. Embrace innovation and solve problems effectively.
Enterprise
1. Take ownership of your work and responsibilities.
2. Be proactive, solution-driven, and collaborative.
3. Foster continuous improvement across all areas of work.
| ID | Role | Location | Job Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Relationship Manager, Corporate Banking | Nairobi HQ | Open | |
2 | Mombasa Branch | Open | ||
3 | Relationship Manager, Institutional Banking | Nairobi HQ | Open | |
4 | Relationship Manager, Business Banking | Mombasa Branch | Open | |
5 | Credit Analyst | Nairobi HQ | Open | |
6 | Branch Manager | Various Locations | Open |
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