Banque Misr History
Banque Misr (BM) was established in 1920 by the pioneer
economist and financial expert Mohamed Talaat Harb Pasha, who spearheaded the
concept of investing in national savings and directing them toward economic and
social development. Thus, Banque Misr was established as the first wholly
Egyptian-owned bank.
Banque Misr has funded many businesses spanning across
multiple domestic sectors, such as: textiles, insurance, transportation,
aviation, entertainment, and filmmaking. Currently, BM owns shares in 157
companies across different fields, ranging from finance, tourism, housing,
agriculture and food, and communication and information technology.
Banque Misr has also established major investment funds in
Egypt, as part of a diversified portfolio. Banque Misr was granted an award by
the Global Finance Magazine as the Best Provider of Money Market Funds in
Africa and the Middle East for the years 2009 and 2010; Best Provider of Money
Market Funds in the Middle East for 2008, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015; and Best
Provider of Short-Term Investments/Money Market Funds in the Middle East for
the years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 in Africa and the
middle east for 2019.
A true pioneer in the region, Banque Misr became the first
bank in Egypt and North Africa to comply with PCI data security standards, upon
obtaining the latest version of the global Payment Card Industry Data Security
Standard (PCI DSS 3.2.1) certification. Utilizing the latest technology in the
banking sector, Banque Misr is constantly looking to expand customer access to
banking services. Today, Banque Misr is proud to offer one of Egypt’s largest
ATM networks, located across all areas of Egypt.
Banque Misr’s role is visible in all economic fields due to
its geographic outreach. The bank has more than 20,000 employees, serving a
large base of more than 13 million clients in Egypt, with a total paid-up
capital amounting to EGP 15 billion.
The bank has more than 800 electronically integrated local
branches located nationwide to provide the best and most accessible services to
customers. Banque Misr also values its regional and international presence,
which includes its five branches in the United Arab Emirates and one in France.
In addition, the bank’s international presence includes subsidiaries in Lebanon
and Germany, as well as representative offices in China, Russia, South Korea,
and Italy and a global network of correspondents.
Recruitment process
Candidates interested in applying to Banque Misr’s vacancies must have matching hiring criteria and role requirements, relevant to their area of expertise. Upon initial screening, candidates are invited to complete their first assessment, Including:
English Test
Cognitive Ability Test
Upon completion of the 1st assessment, potential recruits are then eligible for both a Technical and HR interview respectively.
Recruitment Tips
Find out what can make you stand out from a crowd!
Before the interview
Being well informed and researched is always a great start, our interviewers usually value demonstrated enthusiasm through the interest our candidates take in carefully reading our job description, understanding the organization and relevant services offered.
Make sure you are prepared for the interview by learning about our:
• Goals &
Values
• Latest news through the Banque Misr portal.
Please be sure to read our job descriptions carefully and make sure that your skills and certification match the role you’ve applied for. It is also quintessential for you to both prepare and practice some evidence and examples about your achievements.
Be early
Be sure to schedule enough time for you to get to the interview and for the interview. We request that you kindly arrive roughly 5-10 minutes early, no later.
Should you at any point in time not be able to make the interview for whatever reason, please remember to phone the interviewer(s) to make alternate arrangements.
Dress code
Always ensure a professional image through your dress code. The clothing you wear to your interview should fall in line with classic, formal attire; as is customary at Banque Misr.
The Importance of first impressions
The interview begins the moment you arrive. When greeting people, smile warmly and shake hands. Make eye contact and maintain good posture. Remember that it’s important to leave a lasting good first impression.
Be prepared to talk about yourself
You will definitely be asked to do so. Be concise, to the
point but thorough and stay positive.
Ensure that you elaborate about yourself just enough to communicate that you are a balanced individual with a positive outlook of life. In general, we strive for individuals that are well well-adjusted, encouraging, and with a pleasing attitude.
Core Responsibilities
• Ensure all transactions are aligned with latest Banque
Misr policies and procedures, this includes alignment with compliance and KYC
standards set by the bank.
• Execute variety of transactions and services which include
accepting payments for different types of accounts, cashing checks, checking
account balances, transferring funds.
• Identify Sales Referrals
• Ensure that cash drawer is balanced with the settlement
sheet and recover any shortages/overages.
Find out about our employment opportunities meant for bright young minds
Branches
A new opportunity awaits
With an ever-evolving demand for sharp talents and our focus
on impeccable calibers, Banque Misr offers candidates the chance to explore
different avenues to their career path, especially ones central to our branch
front liners, including Tellers and Customer Service Officers in different
locations, spanning Cairo, Delta, Upper Egypt, Canal, and the Red Sea.
Head Offices
Join the league of select head office professionals
Our head office offers career opportunities across all bank
sectors ,whether in the fields of core banking or supporting function roles.
Our Corporate banking sectors range in a variety of specialties, including:
corporate Banking, Investment, Treasury and FI, SME’s, Risk, Retail, Financial
Inclusion, Transformation Office and Central Operations.
An assortment of supporting functions are also viable to explore, including sectors such as: HR, Legal, Finance, Corporate Communication, and Strategy.
Banking Services Representative ( Customer Service ) & Recruitment Specialist
Job Requirements:
-Serve customers by completing account transactions.
- Execute variety of transactions and services which include accepting payments for different types of accounts, cashing checks, checking account balances, transferring funds.
-Ensure that cash drawer is balanced with the settlement sheet and recover any shortages /overages.
- Preform services for all customers to ensure optimal level of customer satisfaction and resolve all issues
- Identifies opportunities to grow customer relationships through disciplined sales process.
- Work to achieve targeted plan of the branch.
- Direct customers to use various electronic banking
services.
Requirements:
-Across Egypt
- 0 to 7 years of experience
- Bachelor's degree from any accredited university
-Grade: Good or higher
- Age: maximum 28
- No Relatives at Banque Misr