Lucy Kamau
@lucykamau3
Senior banking operations leader driving digital transformation and high-performing remote teams.
What I'm looking for
I am a senior banking operations leader with 18+ years of experience transforming banking operations through digital strategies and remote team leadership. I specialize in government banking, process automation, and virtual client engagement, consistently delivering measurable performance improvements.
I have led distributed teams and managed large portfolios virtually, achieving 80% portfolio growth, 92% retention via digital channels, and under 10% team turnover. I design and deliver remote training, build digital workflows, and manage cross-time-zone collaboration with disciplined asynchronous communication.
My technical proficiency includes Temenos T24, Oracle Flexcube, SWIFT Alliance, advanced Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, and a wide range of remote collaboration tools such as Zoom, Teams, Slack, and Asana. I drive digital transformation projects that reduce processing time, cut costs, and improve compliance.
I am self-directed, crisis-tested (COVID-19 transition), and equipped for immediate remote, hybrid, or on-site roles. I focus on delivering operational excellence, digital adoption, and scalable remote team performance to achieve strategic business outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Children's Leader
BSF International
Nov 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Lead weekly hybrid sessions for 10 children with 90% attendance, coordinate with a distributed supervisory team, and maintain 100% digital documentation compliance using virtual platforms.
Unit Manager
Icealion Group
Jun 2022 - Nov 2022 (5 months)
Led 12 remote financial advisors, improving productivity 28% through structured virtual coaching, opened 8 new markets reaching 2,500+ employees, and reduced turnover to 33% during a 5-month contract.
Senior Relationship Manager
Prime Bank
Jul 2019 - Oct 2019 (3 months)
Managed a KES 280M portfolio of 18 corporate accounts via virtual channels, maintaining 100% retention and generating KES 450K in additional revenue through digital cross-selling during a restructuring period.
Family Healthcare Manager
Personal Caregiving
Nov 2014 - Jul 2019 (4 years 8 months)
Managed full-time Alzheimer's care coordinating telehealth with 5+ providers, maintaining detailed digital health records and developing crisis management and remote coordination skills.
Branch Manager - Government Banking
Chase Bank
Nov 2012 - Nov 2014 (2 years)
Scaled government portfolio 80% (KES 425M→KES 765M) in 24 months, achieved 92% client retention via virtual reviews, increased non-funded income 20%, and centralized operations reducing processing time 40%.
Branch Manager - Hurlingham
Chase Bank
Mar 2011 - Mar 2012 (1 year)
Delivered 103% of a KES 45M budget while reducing costs 12%, led a 14-member team with 8% turnover, and grew SME portfolio 35% via digital outreach and remote coordination.
Assistant Manager - Operations
Chase Bank
Nov 2008 - Mar 2011 (2 years 4 months)
Coordinated 300+ daily transactions using digital workflows, developed dashboards for virtual reviews, and improved first-contact resolution by 25% through remote issue management.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
United States International University - Africa
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
2013 - 2013
Activities and societies: Cross-time zone collaboration with Frankfurt School; GEMBA executive modules.
Attended the GEMBA program in partnership with Frankfurt School of Finance & Management focusing on cross-cultural collaboration and executive management topics.
Limkokwing University
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours), Business Administration
2005 - 2008
Completed a Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) program emphasizing business management and operations.
Kenya School of Monetary Studies
Professional Certification, Banking and Trade Finance
2004 - 2004
Undertook professional training in International Banking & Trade Finance covering trade finance instruments and regulatory requirements.
IATA/UFTAA
Advanced Diploma, Operations
1994 - 1994
Completed an Advanced Diploma in Operations focusing on airline and travel industry operational practices.
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