Lerato P.
Senior Commercial Banking Executive
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Lerato P. is a distinguished Commercial & Retail Banking Executive from Sandton, Johannesburg, with over 15 years of expertise in business development and operational leadership. At African Bank Limited, she holds the position of Trade Area Manager, where she consistently ranks as a top national performer, executing successful business development strategies that resulted in a 15% increase in profitability and a 20% expansion in deposit volume. Lerato excels in financial and revenue governance, maintaining seamless compliance and zero discrepancies. Her leadership extends to directing a team of 18, where her methods in executive coaching have enhanced performance ratings by 18%. Her previous roles include overseeing branch operations at African Bank, optimizing dealer accounts at Insurance Supermarket, and managing upscale retail operations at L’Oréal. Lerato holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Management and is pursuing an MBA, underscoring her commitment to professional growth within the banking sector.
Experience
Trade Area Manager
AFRICAN BANK LIMITED · 2021 — PresentRanked 2nd nationally among Trade Area Managers, I focused on enhancing trade area profitability and increasing deposit volume through business development strategies. I led a team of 18, improving staff performance ratings while exceeding sales targets for loan products and investment portfolios. Implemented a client engagement framework to boost client satisfaction and ensured full regulatory compliance across governance, audits, and risk management.Branch Manager
AFRICAN BANK LIMITED · 2019 — 2020Oversaw branch operations and sales strategies to meet corporate metrics. I optimized operational procedures, leading to a reduction in transaction processing time, enhancing client experience, and managed vault operations and financial reporting to maintain compliance with internal controls.Dealer Business Consultant Manager
INSURANCE SUPERMARKET · 2015 — 2017Managed dealership accounts and corporate relationships to enhance insurance sales. Developed strategic sales pipelines that improved client acquisition and retention. Recognized as 'Superstar / Employee of the Year' for three consecutive years due to exceptional corporate revenue contributions.Mall Manager – Beauty & Fragrance Department
L’ORÉAL · 2013 — 2014Handled retail operations, visual merchandising, and team management to align with luxury brand standards and increase sales. Developed strategies for high-value client relationship management to enhance customer loyalty and repeat business.Sales Manager & Stylist
JO BORKETT PTY LTD · 2009 — 2013Directed sales strategies, styling consultations, and visual merchandising efforts to strengthen brand positioning and achieve revenue objectives.Executive Personal Assistant
ROWLING STONES GLOBAL CONSULTANTS · 2007 — 2008Provided executive support, managed corporate reporting, and coordinated operational schedules for senior business leaders.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)Regent Business School · — — 2026
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management (Honours)Regent Business School · 2021 — 2021
- Advanced Diploma in Financial PlanningUniversity of the Western Cape · 2016 — 2016
- National Diploma in Business ManagementCape Peninsula University of Technology · 2010 — 2010
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