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HEAD OF ESTONIAN BRANCH
(COUNTRY MANAGER)

In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for the strategic and day-to-day management of OP Corporate Bank’s Estonian branch. Representing the values and reputation of the OP Financial Group, you will lead our local team, drive results, and strengthen our position as a trusted corporate banking partner in Estonia.

Your main responsibilities will include:

  • Leading the branch’s strategic and daily operations, with full sales and profit responsibility
  • Implementing local credit policy and managing credit risk decisions
  • Providing strategic direction of OP Baltics' marketing activities in the Estonian market
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, partners, regulators, and public authorities
  • Contributing to the strategic planning and budgeting processes at the Baltic regional level
What we expect from you:
  • Solid professional background in corporate banking
  • Proven track record in senior executive roles and business development
  • Strong business acumen and deep insight into the financial needs of corporate clients
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a multicultural and Nordic business environment
  • Excellent communication and networking skills, with a natural ability to represent the bank with professionalism and influence
  • Fluency in both Estonian and English
  • High ethical standards and an impeccable professional reputation


The selected candidate is subject to a fitness and propriety assessment, including a background check, in accordance with the Finnish Financial Supervisory Authority’s (FIN-FSA) guidelines effective from 1 November 2019, and the Finnish Act on Credit Institutions (Luottolaitoslaki 610/2014).


Why OP?

You will be joining a strong and stable Nordic financial group built on responsibility, transparency, and customer focus. In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape OP’s presence and impact in Estonia, working closely with both the head office in Finland and the Baltic leadership team. We offer a competitive performance-based compensation package, a team of top-tier professionals, and a modern, inspiring workplace in the heart of Tallinn.


OP Financial Group is more than just a bank – it is a trusted financial partner with deep roots in Finnish communities. As the largest financial services group in Finland, we serve over 2 million customers and manage assets worth more than EUR 100 billion. Our mission is to provide comprehensive banking, insurance, and asset management services to both personal and corporate clients, grounded in Nordic responsibility and long-term relationships.
In Estonia, we operate under the title OP Corporate Bank, focusing on large and medium-sized enterprises. We offer strategic financing, payment, and investment solutions tailored to our clients’ needs. Our Tallinn team is looking for a visionary and results-driven leader to take our Estonian branch to the next level as an integral part of our Baltic operations.


If this sounds like your next challenge and opportunity, get in touch with us – we would be delighted to hear from you.
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If you are excited by this opportunity, let us know no later than 1st of September 2025.

For more information, feel free to contact our recruitment partner at Tripod:

Maria Veltmann, Managing Partner

+372 501 1591


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