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ADIA Hires Emerging Market Head

He joins from the French insurer Axa's private equity arm where he was member of the executive board and chief operating officer.

Northern Trust builds Global family office team with senior appointment

He will manage the expansion of Northern Trust's business with family and private investment offices in Europe, the Middle East and the Asia Pacific Region

FSA investment head quits for Dubai regulator‎

A well-known figure at the FSA who has been praised by many in the industry for his straight-talking approach, is understood to be exiting the regulator ahead of the implementation of Retail Distribution Review at the end of 2012.

Natixis Global AM appoints institutional sales director for MENA

He will be responsible for Institutional sales in MENA and CEA regions

DFSA Board appoints new chief

During his tenure Paul Koster has made an important contribution to the further establishment of the DFSA as a strong and internationally respected regulator, and thus, to the development of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) as a successful

BofA exodus continues as top MENA banker resigns

A veteran Merrill Lynch banker, has been with the bank for 16 years and has been leading the bank's regional investment banking operations from Dubai since 2008.

Swiss private bank Continues Expansion Drive in the UAE

The expansion effectively bolsters the private Swiss bank's presence from its Dubai hub and its ability to effectively and personally reach individual, family and institutional clients across the region.

Emirates NBD private bank CIO to join Coutts

He previously worked at the wealth management arms of Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Barclays.

Axa Private Equity head moves to ADIA

He will head ADIA’s emerging markets private-equity team,

New appointment at Deutsche Gulf Finance

Mr. Fahad Al Rajhi, as the Company's largest single shareholder, will remain a Board Member and play an active role in the sub committees of the Board.

HSBC Qatar appoints new Head of Wealth Management

He joins the Qatar business after 5 years with the HSBC Group working in a range of fast-growing economies, including roles in Turkey and India.

Manazel Real Estate appoints new CEO

Manazel Real Estate is the first private shareholding company in the Emirates which accumulates its capital through initial offering, in accordance to Shariah law.

Canada's biggest bank plans Dubai hiring spree ‎

"We currently have 15 people in our Dubai office and will expect to double that in the next two to three years," Barend Janssens, head of the bank's wealth management in emerging markets told reporters in Dubai.

Gulf Finance House appoints acting CEO

He will be responsible for overseeing the overall performance of the bank, setting the bank's strategic direction, management of the bank's assets and liabilities, and managing communications with shareholders.

Gulf Finance House appoints Bahraini banker as acting CEO

In his new position, Mr. Alrayes will be responsible for overlooking the overall performance of the bank, setting the bank's strategic direction, management of the bank's assets and liabilities, and managing the communications with shareholders.

Manazel Real Estate appointed its new Chief Executive Officer

This appointment is in line with Manazel's dedication to hiring the most qualified employees within its organization, in accordance to its vision of progress and growth.

EFG-Hermes Co-Head of Asset Management Karim Nehma Leaves

Kashif Siddiqui is now the sole head of the asset management division, according to EFG-Hermes’ website, which removed an earlier reference to Nehma.

bfinance adds to Munich team in hiring spree

The consulting firm says the appointments reflect increasing demand for manager selection advice globally.

Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair named chairman of DIFC Authority

Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair has been appointed as the chairman of the Dubai International Financial Centre Authority, according to a statement from the business park.

UDC appoints Omar Alfardan as managing director

Alfardan is the president of the Alfardan Group, which has interests in automotive, hospitality and retail business in Qatar and is one of the country’s most recognised companies.

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