Associate Director – Private Banking Front Office

About the role

The Associate Director will manage a portfolio of high‑net‑worth (HNW) clients, delivering personalized private banking services and driving revenue growth. The role involves cross‑selling bank products, sourcing new business, and ensuring compliance with AML and ethical standards.

Key responsibilities

• Optimize client value by delivering private banking products and identifying new customers.
• Promote cross‑selling of bank services such as TCM, trade finance, mortgage, and corporate finance.
• Source new Super HNW clients through referrals, marketing activities, and personal contacts.
• Maintain superior customer service, pre‑empt issues and minimise attrition.
• Collaborate with product managers, investment advisors and other bank professionals to maximise revenue.

Required profile

• University graduate with at least 2 years of similar experience in UAE banking.
• Strong sales and investment knowledge, with certification from the Securities & Investment Institute (SII) for selling investments.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship‑management and networking skills.
• Ability to understand and address HNW clients’ financial needs on a one‑to‑one basis.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of private banking products and investment vehicles.
• Understanding of AML regulations and ethical selling practices.