Chief Wealth Executive - Growth & Strategy Leader

wowJobs; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

wowJobs is seeking a Chief Executive Officer – Wealth for a leading banking organization in DIFC, Dubai. The role leads the Wealth Management business at the DIFC branch, driving client acquisition, portfolio growth and revenue generation in a highly regulated environment.

The candidate will manage a senior wealth team, oversee risk controls, ensure regulatory compliance, and engage with key stakeholders to deepen relationships with high-net-worth clients and affluent segments.

Qualifications

• 25+ years of banking experience
• 15–20 years in Wealth Management
• Minimum 10 years in senior leadership/team management

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the Wealth Management business of the DIFC branch.
• Develop and execute strategies for client acquisition, portfolio growth, AUM and revenue generation.
• Lead and manage the Wealth Management team and senior stakeholders.
• Drive HNI & affluent client acquisition and deepen existing relationships.
• Lead strategic client engagements and support conversion of high-value relationships.
• Ensure strong risk management, compliance and operational controls across the business.
• Ensure all activities comply with DIFC regulations and DFSA rules.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Treasury, Operations, Credit, Wealth Management Products and other stakeholders.
• Act as a subject matter expert in Wealth Management, HNW Banking and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Wealth management

Client relationship management

Regulatory compliance

Education

CWM

NCFM

CAIIB

ACAMS

Job description

wowJobs is seeking a Chief Executive Officer – Wealth for a leading banking organization in DIFC, Dubai. The role leads the Wealth Management business at the DIFC branch, driving client acquisition, portfolio growth and revenue generation in a highly regulated environment.

The candidate will manage a senior wealth team, oversee risk controls, ensure regulatory compliance, and engage with key stakeholders to deepen relationships with high-net-worth clients and affluent segments.