Director - Private Banking GCC Coverage

About Emirates NBD

Emirates NBD stands as a leading financial institution across the MENAT region, operating in 13 countries and serving over 9 million clients. It is the foremost financial services brand in the UAE, valued at around USD 4 billion. The bank offers diverse services including retail, corporate & institutional, Islamic, and investment banking, asset management, global markets, treasury, and brokerage. With 97% of financial transactions conducted digitally, it is a major innovator in digital banking and operates Liv, a lifestyle digital bank with over 500,000 users, making it one of the fastest-growing digital banks in the region.

Role Overview

The Director – GCC Coverage in Private Banking Front Office will focus strongly on driving revenue by managing high-net-worth portfolios. The role involves generating new client assets, expanding existing relationships, and growing revenues within the GCC market.

Key Duties

• Develop and expand the Private Bank's client base in the GCC by nurturing existing relationships and converting prospects into clients.
• Boost invested asset volumes through customized solutions and by collaborating on account reviews with Investment Advisors.
• Enhance client asset allocation and diversify Private Bank offerings by working closely with various internal departments like Corporate, Retail, Investment Banking, and Asset Management.
• Encourage team collaboration and mentorship by linking clients and prospects with senior team members to foster relationship growth and product innovation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master's degree in Business Administration with a finance concentration or a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Preferably holds CFA designation or comparable financial qualifications.
• Between 10 to 15 years of experience in financial services, specifically handling GCC markets.
• Thorough understanding of asset and liability products, capital markets, portfolio management, and investment instruments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks including compliance, due diligence, anti-money laundering, and basic legal structures such as offshore accounts and trusts.

Additional Information

Emirates NBD offers a dynamic work environment, recognized as one of the region’s top financial brands, and is a leader in banking innovation with ongoing regional and international expansion. The company provides extensive career development opportunities, attractive benefits, flexible working arrangements allowing work-from-home options, and competitive compensation packages.

Candidates are encouraged to carefully assess the responsibilities and qualifications before applying to align with their skills and experience.