AVP, Islamic Coverage - Investment & Corporate Banking (Emiratized)

First Abu Dhabi Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

First Abu Dhabi Bank in Abu Dhabi seeks an Assistant Vice President for Islamic Coverage to drive new client acquisition and onboarding. You will develop relationships with corporate clients and tailor Shariah-compliant financing solutions.

The role requires strong Islamic banking expertise, deal origination, execution, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver Murabaha, Ijarah and Sukuk transactions on time while ensuring regulatory and Shariah compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in banking or financial services, including client acquisition and transaction execution.
• Demonstrated success in developing client relationships and generating business growth.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage prospective Islamic banking clients.
• Lead client meetings and onboarding of new clients.
• Structure and execute Shariah-compliant transactions (Murabaha, Ijarah, Sukuk).
• Provide Islamic financial solutions aligned to client objectives.
• Monitor performance and report on business development results.

Skills

3+ years of banking/financial services

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field

Job description

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

The Assistant Vice President – Islamic Coverage is responsible for driving new client acquisition and onboarding within the Islamic banking business. This role focuses on identifying growth opportunities, building and managing client relationships, and originating and executing Shariah-compliant financing solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Islamic banking and a proven track record in business development and transaction execution.

This role is instrumental in growing the Islamic banking franchise by attracting new clients and delivering Shariah-compliant financial solutions that support their business goals.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively across teams to facilitate successful transaction delivery.

Job Context

1. Client Acquisition & Business Development

• Identify and engage prospective clients for Islamic banking products and services.
• Develop and execute strategies to attract and onboard new Corporate and Investment Banking clients.
• Analyse market trends and opportunities to support business growth within the Islamic finance sector.

2. Relationship Management

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients to understand their financial needs.
• Lead client meetings and presentations to promote Islamic banking solutions.
• Act as the primary point of contact throughout the onboarding process.

3. Transaction Structuring & Execution

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to structure and deliver Islamic finance transactions, including Murabaha, Ijarah, and Sukuk.
• Ensure all transactions comply with Shariah requirements and regulatory standards.
• Oversee transactions from origination to completion, ensuring timely execution and a positive client experience.

4. Advisory & Client Support

• Provide clients with Islamic financial solutions aligned to their strategic objectives.
• Offer guidance on Islamic finance structures and related requirements.

5. Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor the performance of newly acquired client relationships and completed transactions.
• Prepare management reports on business development activities, client acquisition, and transaction results.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in banking or financial services, including client acquisition and transaction execution.

Demonstrated success in developing client relationships and generating business growth.

About Us:

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the UAE and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions. We offer a comprehensive range of personal and private banking services, including credit cards, Islamic banking, investments, loans, and mortgages. Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to provide top-tier financial solutions to our clients.

Life at FAB:

Working at FAB means being part of a team of talented and passionate individuals with a shared vision to support the ambitions of our stakeholders to "Grow Stronger." We embrace the needs of our customers across the globe with a sense of responsibility and confidence driven by extensive expertise that can only be delivered by an ambitious world-class organization

Career Development:

FAB offers unique career choices, a chance to innovate, craft solutions for the future, and express yourself in a performance-based culture that will unleash the best in you. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, FAB provides a range of learning and development initiatives to support all employees through training and skill development.

Our Values:

At FAB, we place our customers at the core of our activities, live our values each day in every way, celebrate achievements, and empower each other to deliver leading solutions. We have structured plans for the recruitment and career progression of Emirati talent to enable them to make a mark in the financial and banking sector both regionally and globaly that rewards your hard work and dedication.

Join our team and be part of a journey to shape the future of banking.