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UBS Replaces Key Private Banker

Her appointment as head of Europe, Middle East, and Africa is effective next week,, finews.com has learned.

CBI appoints head of Retail Banking

Zainal holds an Executive MBA from HULT International Business School in Boston and a Bachelor of Accounting from the UAE University.

Gary Dugan appointed CIO of multi-family office

A multi-family office with offices in the DIFC in Dubai, and Singapore, regulated by the MAS.

UAE appoints world’s first Minister for Artificial Intelligence

Just days prior to the announcement of this position, Sheikh Mohammed officially launched the UAE’s AI strategy, a major part of the UAE Centennial 2070 objectives that is also the first of its kind in the world.

Broadridge Enhances Focus on Global Growth, Creates Broadridge International

“With a proven ability to help firms transform and grow, Broadridge brings a truly differentiated value proposition,” said Carey.

Mizuho hires GIB Capital banker for Saudi Arabia expansion

Japanese lenders are seeking opportunities in Saudi Arabia as the country pursues a plan to reduce dependence on oil and diversify its economy through public-sector restructuring and infrastructure investment.

Naji Kazak joins Kodak Alaris as regional head

As Kodak Alaris’ go-to-market model is partner focused with over 90 percent of the company’s business routed through channel, partner recruitment and enablement is high on Kazak’s priorities.

Oman Arab Bank appoints new head of retail banking at Al Yusr

We are a strong believer in their skills and capabilities and aim to provide them with every opportunity to grow their careers and become business leaders.

ADIB appoints Sami Al Afghani as Global Head of Wholesale Banking Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, a leading financial institution, has appointed Sami Al Afghani as the Global Head of ADIB’s Wholesale Banking Group.

Deutsche chooses head of EMEA private equity secondaries

The position is new. Mr. Green focuses on underserved and difficult-to-access secondary market opportunities, as well as unique private market situations.

Yapı Kredi CEO Açıkalın to resign from post on Dec 29

Erün was deputy CEO of Turkey’s Garanti Bank.

Oman Arab Bank appoints new acting CEO

The appointment is aligned with the Bank’s strategic transformation that started four years ago under the leadership of its CEO

Bank of Singapore Hires Private Bankers for Mideast Wealth

The total wealth in the Middle East grew 5 percent last year to $2.4 trillion, according to estimates from the consultancy Capgemini SA

Qatar's Deutsche Bank board rep elected to chair integrity committee

Qatar has a nearly 10% holding in Germany's largest lender.

Mashreq announces new Head of Corporate and Investment Banking

Mashreq Bank has announced the joining of Ahmed Abdelaal as Group Head of Corporate and Investment Banking.

Mashreq Announces New Head of Corporate and Investment Banking

Ahmed’s experience provides him with critical insight into local, regional and global markets.

Citibank: ‘We’re committed to Saudi Arabia and here to stay’

Her appointment came at a time when other women were also being promoted to top financial jobs in Saudi Arabia, in what Haddad regards as the “vanguard” of the movement for female empowerment.

Mike Coady leave guardian wealth management

The GWM board comments: “Mike has made an exceptional contribution to GWM and we must thank him enormously for what he has achieved in such a short period of time.

Deloitte expands Middle East VAT advisory team

Junkin joins from the Deloitte UK firm in London, UK. He has in-depth experience across a range of industries and leads indirect tax relationships with multinational firms in the UK and across borders.

Mashreq Bank Appoints New Group Head of Risk Management

During his thirty-year tenure, Arif held senior positions in multiple banking disciplines including Critical Risk Management positions in the Asia Pacific region.

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