Assistant Relationship Manager - Private Banking

Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international private asset manager in Dubai seeks an Assistant Relationship Manager to support Relationship Managers with high-net-worth client portfolios. Key responsibilities include managing client documentation, onboarding, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in private banking and a strong grasp of KYC procedures. This role offers exposure to complex client structures and a path to develop regional expertise in a prestigious firm.

Benefits

Exposure to sophisticated international clients

Strong learning curve in regional regulatory frameworks

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience as an ARM/Client Service Officer in private banking or wealth management.
• Strong understanding of KYC and account-opening procedures.
• Excellent client communication skills, especially with HNW/UHNWI.

Responsibilities

• Support RMs with management of HNW/UHNW client portfolios.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulatory requirements.
• Act as a secondary point of contact for clients.

Skills

relationship management

client onboarding

KYC compliance

client communication

organisational skills

Job description

Overview

The Assistant Relationship Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting Relationship Managers in the delivery of best‑in‑class service to a portfolio of HNW/UHNW clients. This includes managing documentation, onboarding, account opening, ongoing KYC requirements, and acting as a reliable secondary point of contact for clients.

Client Details: Our client is a leading international private asset manager with a strong presence in the UAE and a diversified global client base.

Responsibilities

• Support RMs with day‑to‑day management of HNW/UHNW client portfolios.
• Prepare, coordinate and process KYC, onboarding, account opening and periodic reviews for individual, corporate, foundation, and offshore structures.
• Ensure full compliance with UAE regulatory requirements and internal policies across all documentation and due diligence processes.
• Act as a secondary point of contact for clients, handling enquiries, requests, and administrative deliverables.
• Liaise with compliance, onboarding, legal, and operations teams to ensure smooth and timely completion of client documentation.
• Maintain accurate client records, monitoring key deadlines and proactively identifying outstanding requirements.
• Support RMs with client reporting, credit requests, product documentation, and transactional follow‑ups.
• Assist with preparation of client presentations, reviews, and portfolio summaries.

Profile

• 2-5+ years' experience as an ARM/Client Service Officer within private banking or wealth management.
• Strong understanding of client onboarding, KYC, CDD/EDD, and account‑opening procedures.
• Experience handling complex structures (foundations, corporates, offshore entities, trusts, and individuals).
• Knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks, including local AML/KYC guidelines.
• Excellent client communication skills, with experience dealing directly with HNW/UHNWI profiles.
• Strong organisational skills, high attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple workflows.
• Proficiency in banking systems, documentation processes, and cross‑functional coordination.

Job Offer

Opportunity to work with a globally recognised firm and gain exposure to sophisticated international clients.

Strong learning curve with the ability to develop regional regulatory and onboarding expertise.

Skills

relationship management