Overview
Country Business Head – Dubai Jobs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates at Confidential
Title: Country Business Head – Dubai
Company: Confidential
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
A leading regional bank is seeking an accomplished banking executive to lead and drive the growth of its Dubai operations. This is a leadership opportunity for a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the UAE banking sector, a strong commercial mindset, and a proven ability to deliver sustainable business growth while ensuring operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the overall business strategy, performance, and operations of the Bank's Dubai Branch.
- Develop and execute business growth strategies to expand corporate, commercial, SME, treasury, and trade finance portfolios.
- Drive profitability, revenue growth, customer acquisition, and market share while maintaining a strong risk and compliance culture.
- Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, regulators, government authorities, and strategic stakeholders across the UAE.
- Ensure full compliance with all applicable UAE banking regulations and governance requirements.
- Identify new business opportunities and develop strategic initiatives to enhance the Bank's presence in the market.
- Oversee operational efficiency, service excellence, business continuity, audit, and regulatory compliance across the country operations.
- Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams while fostering a culture of accountability and customer-centricity.
- Collaborate with regional and head office leadership to deliver strategic objectives and execute cross-border business initiatives.
Candidate Profile
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Banking, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 20 years of banking experience, including 10–15 years with a UAE bank and at least 5 years in a country leadership or senior banking operations role, with strong expertise in Corporate Banking, Trade Finance, Treasury, and Relationship Management.
- Demonstrated success in managing P&L, driving business growth, and leading multi-functional banking operations.
- Strong knowledge of the UAE banking landscape, regulatory environment, and market dynamics.
- Proven leadership, stakeholder management, and business development capabilities.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
- Fluency in English is essential; Arabic will be an advantage.