26 September, 2024

BOV empowers employee growth in business lending


Earlier this week, Bank of Valletta launched its first-ever Commercial Financing Traineeship Program, a pivotal initiative designed to foster talent development, by equipping employees with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the Bank’s credit function, particularly in the highly specialised area of business lending. This program is part of the Bank’s broader commitment to continuous employee development, supported by the BOV Academy and extensive support when furthering their studies with external bodies at different levels.

As part of Bank of Valletta’s ongoing commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, this Program provides employees with opportunities for career advancement, offering clear trajectories from junior to more specialised roles. Through this initiative, the Bank is investing in its employees, ensuring they have the resources and support to succeed while contributing to the Bank’s customer-driven strategy.

Speaking to the first group of trainees, Kenneth Farrugia, the Bank’s CEO, emphasized the significance of this launch, “As we continue to grow and expand our services, particularly in the business lending space, it is essential that we invest in our people. Over the past five decades, we have built a robust portfolio of EUR 3.2 billion, driven by our dedicated employees who provide innovative solutions to corporate clients, SMEs, and micro-businesses. This program will ensure that we continue to meet and exceed customer expectations by cultivating a highly skilled workforce.”

The program will provide intensive, hands-on training for employees, ensuring they are well-prepared to meet the demands of the Commercial Banking sector. With a focus on both personal and professional development, participants will engage in mandatory training modules, assessments, and on-the-job experience, culminating in opportunities for promotion to more senior roles.

Simon Grech, Chief Commercial Officer commented on the importance of this initiative in addressing the challenges the Bank is facing, “In recent years, we have faced challenges in recruiting skilled talent for the commercial sector, a technical and highly specialised area. This program, developed in collaboration with our People and Culture team, is designed to create a sustainable pipeline of a prepared and qualified pool of people. We aim to ensure we have a steady stream of talent ready to step into these critical roles, keeping pace with the growth of the business.”

Ray Debattista, Chief People and Culture Officer added by saying, “We are committed to ensuring that our employees are not just trained but fully supported in their professional journeys. Such training needs to be complemented by on-the-job mentoring by experienced colleagues. This program exemplifies our ‘People First’ strategy, aligning with our broader goal to create a culture where employees feel valued and empowered.”

The Commercial Financing Traineeship Program aligns with the Bank’s strategy to be the Employer of Choice in Malta.

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