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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by Springboot: 1:56pm On Jun 15, 2021

Bank is is Zenith bank. I'll advice you to leave else you'll remain there.

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by oluwaahmed: 1:56pm On Jun 15, 2021

Seems like you wana spend the rest of your life as a banker that you are willing to let go of 2 years work experience when you can move to bank B as experience hire(BE/ABO)? My broda there is no future in banking. Many of the things done now will be automated in like 5/10 years so there basically is no future or "career path" in future banking. Also promotion is very hard so work experience is key.
My advice, stay in Bank A (especially if its a tier 1 bank). Get experience, then get certified in the work your new unit is gona be doing. Believe me if u get a professional certificate you can move btwn units 9r banks but if you think u gona stay in banking for a long time... hmmm. These days 10 years cannot even get you SBO now imagine if you aim is to be SM and above. Your work for the bank has to be major key if u planning a career. Major key in the sense that tech or cheap labor won't be able to replace you later.

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by skedy1(m): 1:59pm On Jun 15, 2021

myke92:
OP.,

The only reason you are considering Bank B(which is probably access bank) is because you don't like the department you are currently in, right.?

Well, personally, it's not enough reason to move to Bank B, as you don't know if you may also end up in a similar department.

So, what I suggest is stay put where you currently are and keep developing yourself in other ways that you can.., and hopefully you may eventually be transferred to another department.

I like this one

Way to go!

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by oluwaahmed: 2:00pm On Jun 15, 2021

Springboot:
Bank is is Zenith bank. I'll advice you to leave else you'll remain there.

Zenith bank is a tier 1 bank like access, GTB and first bank. Pls get your 2 years experience with prof cert b4 u go anywhere. Never ever leave a tier 1 bank for anything lower either in terms of level or position.

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by skedy1(m): 2:01pm On Jun 15, 2021

Bank B is a blind move.

Stay with bank A and keep pushing to change department.

200k pay job @25 is heaven on earth bro!

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by kwasoly(m): 2:05pm On Jun 15, 2021

harley88:
Hi guys,

Pls I need the advice of the public here.
I have been an ET with bank A for about 20 months now at the bank’s head office in a department I don’t like and that doesn’t have a career path. So I’d basically be doing the same thing for years to come. The pay is basically 200k which is quite comfortable monthly. I have tried changing departments within the bank all to no avail. I want to leave the Dept asap so I don’t get stuck there due to age. I’d be 25 later this year.

I started the Entry level recruitment for Bank B a month ago, maybe to start again as an ET probably in a better department with a better career outlook. Right now, I am almost into Bank B’s training school. Bank B pays lower than Bank A, but comes with better perks such as a car. But I’m worried about having to start again and lose 20 months of work experience. The issue is I’d have to be in Training school for some months and collect about 25% of my current salary monthly until TS is over. Also, I don’t know what Dept I’d be posted to assuming I take the Bank B job offer.

What advise can you give me pls?? Also note both banks are in the top four banks in the country.

Should i remain in Bank A and keep trying a change of department or a change of Bank as an experienced hire which is a very slim chance

Or

I take the ET job and start all over from Training school in bank B

Remain there e get why.
Experience is talking to you.

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by aujile(m): 2:11pm On Jun 15, 2021

Run for your life!
Like you stated bank A does not have career path and you will be at the same level all your life, 200k may be enough for you at this time (just 24 years). Time will come when it won't be enough.
Please move on now that you are still very young and start over with bank B that has a career path, at least you will grow... Be wise!
I'm guessing bank A is GTB

harley88:
Hi guys,

Pls I need the advice of the public here.
I have been an ET with bank A for about 20 months now at the bank’s head office in a department I don’t like and that doesn’t have a career path. So I’d basically be doing the same thing for years to come. The pay is basically 200k which is quite comfortable monthly. I have tried changing departments within the bank all to no avail. I want to leave the Dept asap so I don’t get stuck there due to age. I’d be 25 later this year.

I started the Entry level recruitment for Bank B a month ago, maybe to start again as an ET probably in a better department with a better career outlook. Right now, I am almost into Bank B’s training school. Bank B pays lower than Bank A, but comes with better perks such as a car. But I’m worried about having to start again and lose 20 months of work experience. The issue is I’d have to be in Training school for some months and collect about 25% of my current salary monthly until TS is over. Also, I don’t know what Dept I’d be posted to assuming I take the Bank B job offer.

What advise can you give me pls?? Also note both banks are in the top four banks in the country.

Should i remain in Bank A and keep trying a change of department or a change of Bank as an experienced hire which is a very slim chance

Or

I take the ET job and start all over from Training school in bank B

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by stigman(m): 2:12pm On Jun 15, 2021

harley88:
Hi guys,

Pls I need the advice of the public here.
I have been an ET with bank A for about 20 months now at the bank’s head office in a department I don’t like and that doesn’t have a career path. So I’d basically be doing the same thing for years to come. The pay is basically 200k which is quite comfortable monthly. I have tried changing departments within the bank all to no avail. I want to leave the Dept asap so I don’t get stuck there due to age. I’d be 25 later this year.

I started the Entry level recruitment for Bank B a month ago, maybe to start again as an ET probably in a better department with a better career outlook. Right now, I am almost into Bank B’s training school. Bank B pays lower than Bank A, but comes with better perks such as a car. But I’m worried about having to start again and lose 20 months of work experience. The issue is I’d have to be in Training school for some months and collect about 25% of my current salary monthly until TS is over. Also, I don’t know what Dept I’d be posted to assuming I take the Bank B job offer.

What advise can you give me pls?? Also note both banks are in the top four banks in the country.

Should i remain in Bank A and keep trying a change of department or a change of Bank as an experienced hire which is a very slim chance

Or

I take the ET job and start all over from Training school in bank B

Stay back and play the politics, it's all about who you know
(get to know big ogas and u will have what u want)

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by AuroraBrls: 2:13pm On Jun 15, 2021

Remain in Zenith/First Bank/GTB

Save up to 2million-5million

Quit everything Banking

Start a business

Don't join Access Bank/UBA

Don't join any other Bank

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by Faizee32: 2:15pm On Jun 15, 2021

In every organisation, switching from one unit to another is not based on your interest, it's based on the qualities you are able to show. I dont know how it is in banks but I know people change units there, just finish yourself there and see that you get your goal.

Then the only move you can start thinking of is from one bank to another in a higher position, not from ET to an uncertain role.

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by OSCARTM: 2:16pm On Jun 15, 2021

harley88:
Hi guys,

Pls I need the advice of the public here.
I have been an ET with bank A for about 20 months now at the bank’s head office in a department I don’t like and that doesn’t have a career path. So I’d basically be doing the same thing for years to come. The pay is basically 200k which is quite comfortable monthly. I have tried changing departments within the bank all to no avail. I want to leave the Dept asap so I don’t get stuck there due to age. I’d be 25 later this year.

I started the Entry level recruitment for Bank B a month ago, maybe to start again as an ET probably in a better department with a better career outlook. Right now, I am almost into Bank B’s training school. Bank B pays lower than Bank A, but comes with better perks such as a car. But I’m worried about having to start again and lose 20 months of work experience. The issue is I’d have to be in Training school for some months and collect about 25% of my current salary monthly until TS is over. Also, I don’t know what Dept I’d be posted to assuming I take the Bank B job offer.

What advise can you give me pls?? Also note both banks are in the top four banks in the country.

Should i remain in Bank A and keep trying a change of department or a change of Bank as an experienced hire which is a very slim chance

Or

I take the ET job and start all over from Training school in bank B

Key rules in Nigeria banking industry.........

Never do a parallel grade movement between banks, always take at least a grade higher at the next bank with significant pay rise;

Never stay more than 3yrs in a bank except promotion/notches is guaranteed like Stanbic IBTC & Providus Bank currently, where you get promoted at least once in 3yrs, if your performance is good;

If you are not in Treasury/E-Business/IT related roles, keep moving to other banks to rise through the ladder(that ladder is now like civil service);

Don't be afraid to take up opportunities in "small banks" due to perceived job security in "Big Banks", I'm sure Diamond Bank has taught a lot of bankers a good lesson;

Operations Staff both at branches and HQ are the most vulnerable, don't be comfortable in such unit.

My Advice...........

Stay in bank A; identify, write professional exams & learn skills that are relevant in banking (especially in the units I mentioned above) if you desire to continue your career in banking industry. Banking is sweet if you are in roles that are in high demand, you can easily rise to a managerial position in few years.

Bank B will make you sign a bond of at least 3yrs for that car(most likely a new Kia Rio), you will have to pay the prorated balance whenever you are leaving before the end of the bond period. If you have to move to Bank B, it should be as an experience hire.

Now is the time to acquire skills that can easily get you to SBO before 30yrs of age. Invest in yourself now & you'll be glad you did in few years to come.

Cheers.

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by chloride6: 2:24pm On Jun 15, 2021

You need to let us know what Bank A and B are.

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by famopompy(m): 2:25pm On Jun 15, 2021

Hello, I am a banker. The fact is, irrespective of the department you are, just relax and grow. 20 months experience is too valid to just throw away when you use another 6 - 8 months and get ABO in another bank. Bro, don't accept it. I know the bank that comes with the Car is Access and the truth is the banking School is so tough. Don't jeopardize your job to start as entry level again.

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by being(m): 2:27pm On Jun 15, 2021

Of course you said it yourself how are you sure when you get to the new bank, you won't be sent to the branch which you know is worse. And you should know in access bank, your stress levels is much higher than in other banks. The car incentive you are talking about is a liability trap.
In access bank, you can easily drop from TS due to various flimsy reasons. You would also need to look for millions worth of deposit before you have an offer.
Just know you don't want to go to access esp not to go and start over in a branch (sic) . STAY PUT in your UBA & look for opportunities to other banks at higher level or other departments. Common don't be foolish and be wicked to yourself.

harley88:
Hi guys,

Pls I need the advice of the public here.
I have been an ET with bank A for about 20 months now at the bank’s head office in a department I don’t like and that doesn’t have a career path. So I’d basically be doing the same thing for years to come. The pay is basically 200k which is quite comfortable monthly. I have tried changing departments within the bank all to no avail. I want to leave the Dept asap so I don’t get stuck there due to age. I’d be 25 later this year.

I started the Entry level recruitment for Bank B a month ago, maybe to start again as an ET probably in a better department with a better career outlook. Right now, I am almost into Bank B’s training school. Bank B pays lower than Bank A, but comes with better perks such as a car. But I’m worried about having to start again and lose 20 months of work experience. The issue is I’d have to be in Training school for some months and collect about 25% of my current salary monthly until TS is over. Also, I don’t know what Dept I’d be posted to assuming I take the Bank B job offer.

What advise can you give me pls?? Also note both banks are in the top four banks in the country.

Should i remain in Bank A and keep trying a change of department or a change of Bank as an experienced hire which is a very slim chance

Or

I take the ET job and start all over from Training school in bank B

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by linearity: 2:29pm On Jun 15, 2021*

There are lots of unknowns with Bank B, plus you will have reduced income flow while you wait for the unknown....there are chances it may turn out better, but don’t lose sight of the chance, it may even turn out worst.....so, why the sacrifice for an unknown outcome?

Better the devil you know, than the angel you don’t know, goes a popular saying. Stay with what you know, but continue to strive for a position including another place of work, where you will find happiness and fulfillment.

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by BrizzyA(m): 2:29pm On Jun 15, 2021

Dude don't leave FBN for Access. Forget the car, na scam you'll be paying 6m+ for 5 years.

Don't lemme talk about Access Bank pressure serf, you'll just fall into depression after 6 months.

Promotion scarce for Banking industry, hold your experience for armpit tight, atleast in a year or two you suppose chop ABO. But if you move, na 4/5years before ABO oh.

Take professional certifications or go for your Masters. Go work for 5 years, save and go for your MBA abroad... From there misplace.

Access no be Bank you go run to for refuge o. Zenith and UBA no be bank to take start career (money wise).

Forget FUGAZ BS, I'd pick a SIBTC over any FUGAZ any day and twice everyday.

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by Springboot: 2:33pm On Jun 15, 2021

oluwaahmed:
Zenith bank is a tier 1 bank like access, GTB and first bank. Pls get your 2 years experience with prof cert b4 u go anywhere. Never ever leave a tier 1 bank for anything lower either in terms of level or position.

It depends on whs Bank B has to offer, I'm speaking from experience, Zenith bank can keep you in that department for 8 years with no salary increment or change of department, same boring thing everyday.

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by DUNKA(m): 2:33pm On Jun 15, 2021

OSCARTM:
Key rules in Nigeria banking industry.........

Never do a parallel grade movement between banks, always take at least a grade higher at the next bank with significant pay rise;

Never stay more than 3yrs in a bank except promotion/notches is guaranteed like Stanbic IBTC & Providus Bank currently, where you get promoted at least once in 3yrs, if your performance is good;

If you are not in Treasury/E-Business/IT related roles, keep moving to other banks to rise through the ladder(that ladder is now like civil service);

Don't be afraid to take up opportunities in "small banks" due to perceived job security in "Big Banks", I'm sure Diamond Bank has taught a lot of bankers a good lesson;

Operations Staff both at branches and HQ are the most vulnerable, don't be comfortable in such unit.

My Advice...........

Stay in bank A; identify, write professional exams & learn skills that are relevant in banking (especially in the units I mentioned above) if you desire to continue your career in banking industry. Banking is sweet if you are in roles that are in high demand, you can easily rise to a managerial position in few years.

Bank B will make you sign a bond of at least 3yrs for that car(most likely a new Kia Rio), you will have to pay the prorated balance whenever you are leaving before the end of the bond period. If you have to move to Bank B, it should be as an experience hire.

Now is the time to acquire skills that can easily get you to *SBO before 30yrs of age*. Invest in yourself now & you'll be glad you did in few years to come.

Cheers.

from ET to SBO in 5 years (he is now 25 years)? Not possible now. Let us reason ET,ABO,BO then SBO. That is assuming there is not another step between ET and ABO. Except his papa na the MD he can never make SBO in 5 years grin

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by bcomputer101: 2:35pm On Jun 15, 2021

The bank-B ET job comes with a car.

Common that's Access Bank Entry level.
Choose Access Bank bro.

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by Basicend: 2:38pm On Jun 15, 2021

AuroraBrls:
Remain in Zenith/First Bank/GTB

Save up to 2million-5million

Quit everything Banking

Start a business

Don't join Access Bank/UBA

There are still other good banks. We have stanbic bank, union or Citi bank.

Don't join any other Bank

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by OSCARTM: 2:43pm On Jun 15, 2021

DUNKA:
from ET to SBO in 5 years (he is now 25 years)? Not possible now. Let us reason ET,ABO,BO then SBO. That is assuming there is not another step between ET and ABO. Except his papa na the MD he can never make SBO in 5 years

I repeat "Banking is sweet if you are in roles that are in high demand", you don't need to know the MD, just have a good network of friends in other banks, it's a strategy that has worked over and over again. Go through Linkedin, you will see how some bankers have been changing jobs due to influx of professionals to Canada & UK.

While I don't expect you to believe, I know someone that was ET in 2015, he's now an AM. I also know someone else that worked in 4 banks in the last 6yrs.

I maintain again that Banking is sweet!

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by Kingzeez10: 2:48pm On Jun 15, 2021

seanwilliam:
This life no balance o. And me Dey hear Dey collect 12k as Salary

LOL sha come and teach me hookup bossman

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by BOONDOCKS: 2:53pm On Jun 15, 2021

harley88:
Hi guys,

Pls I need the advice of the public here.
I have been an ET with bank A for about 20 months now at the bank’s head office in a department I don’t like and that doesn’t have a career path. So I’d basically be doing the same thing for years to come. The pay is basically 200k which is quite comfortable monthly. I have tried changing departments within the bank all to no avail. I want to leave the Dept asap so I don’t get stuck there due to age. I’d be 25 later this year.

I started the Entry level recruitment for Bank B a month ago, maybe to start again as an ET probably in a better department with a better career outlook. Right now, I am almost into Bank B’s training school. Bank B pays lower than Bank A, but comes with better perks such as a car. But I’m worried about having to start again and lose 20 months of work experience. The issue is I’d have to be in Training school for some months and collect about 25% of my current salary monthly until TS is over. Also, I don’t know what Dept I’d be posted to assuming I take the Bank B job offer.

What advise can you give me pls?? Also note both banks are in the top four banks in the country.

Should i remain in Bank A and keep trying a change of department or a change of Bank as an experienced hire which is a very slim chance

Or

I take the ET job and start all over from Training school in bank B

GUY!! Bank B is Access Bank. The car you are talking about is not free. It is a LOAN! If you apply to another BANK from Bank A, you will definitely be given the next level as an ABO.

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by simonsays: 2:55pm On Jun 15, 2021

Remain in bank A. Save and start a business as a side hustle. Bank job is not something you can solely depend on. You can be laid off anytime.

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by gasparpisciotta: 2:57pm On Jun 15, 2021

harley88:
Hi guys,

Pls I need the advice of the public here.
I have been an ET with bank A for about 20 months now at the bank’s head office in a department I don’t like and that doesn’t have a career path. So I’d basically be doing the same thing for years to come. The pay is basically 200k which is quite comfortable monthly. I have tried changing departments within the bank all to no avail. I want to leave the Dept asap so I don’t get stuck there due to age. I’d be 25 later this year.

I started the Entry level recruitment for Bank B a month ago, maybe to start again as an ET probably in a better department with a better career outlook. Right now, I am almost into Bank B’s training school. Bank B pays lower than Bank A, but comes with better perks such as a car. But I’m worried about having to start again and lose 20 months of work experience. The issue is I’d have to be in Training school for some months and collect about 25% of my current salary monthly until TS is over. Also, I don’t know what Dept I’d be posted to assuming I take the Bank B job offer.

What advise can you give me pls?? Also note both banks are in the top four banks in the country.

Should i remain in Bank A and keep trying a change of department or a change of Bank as an experienced hire which is a very slim chance

Or

I take the ET job and start all over from Training school in bank B

The best way to move up rapidly in the banking sector is to move around as much as possible while increasing your value with additional skills and certifications.

Good luck

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by harley88(op): 3:01pm On Jun 15, 2021

myke92:
OP.,

The only reason you are considering Bank B(which is probably access bank) is because you don't like the department you are currently in, right.?

Well, personally, it's not enough reason to move to Bank B, as you don't know if you may also end up in a similar department.

So, what I suggest is stay put where you currently are and keep developing yourself in other ways that you can.., and hopefully you may eventually be transferred to another department.

Thanks

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by jnat: 3:01pm On Jun 15, 2021

You want to leave GTBank for Access Bank? Don't do it o

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by Yankee101: 3:03pm On Jun 15, 2021

Don't go back to entry level

Look for another bank that will give you ABO at the minimum based on experience

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by harley88(op): 3:05pm On Jun 15, 2021

Basicend:
The guy is in GT bank and wants to switch to Access Bank.

Contend me if am wrong. It's obvious.

Lol, you are actually wrong with the GTbank

Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by harley88(op): 3:06pm On Jun 15, 2021

Midoda:
You want leave GTB enter Access? It will end in premium tears

Gtbank isn’t the Bank A

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Re: Bank A Or Bank B ??? by harley88(op): 3:07pm On Jun 15, 2021

patani:
Send me personal email.. Ill advise you as someone who spent 9 years in banking and rose to AM level before starting my own thing... Switchinbbanks pays but u av to be careful about it

Sent pls

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