Ethraa Trainee - Banking Development

First Abu Dhabi Bank; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 89,280 - 133,920; Full time

Job summary

First Abu Dhabi Bank is launching the Ethraa Trainee program in Abu Dhabi for UAE Nationals seeking a structured career path in banking. The 6 to 8 month journey places graduates in relevant departments to build practical skills and professional development.

It targets fresh graduates with a strong willingness to learn and adapt to multiple banking functions. Participants will gain exposure to operations, customer service, compliance, and internal processes while earning practical certifications

Qualifications

• Fresh graduate or entry-level candidate for a structured development program.
• Interest in banking sector and commitment to UAE National talent development.
• Willingness to learn across multiple departments through a rotation program.

Responsibilities

• Participate fully in the Ethraa Program as a full-time banking development initiative.
• Complete learning pathways, technical training, and certification requirements.
• Gain practical experience within a department aligned with academic background and career goals.
• Support day-to-day departmental tasks under mentors and banking professionals.
• Develop understanding of banking products, customer service standards, and internal procedures.
• Apply classroom learning to real workplace activities and demonstrate progress.
• Collaborate with team members on projects, reports, and administrative tasks.
• Maintain active participation in feedback sessions and performance reviews.
• Follow bank policies, confidentiality standards, and professional workplace expectations.

Skills

Banking fundamentals

UAE National development

Professional training

Learning pathways

Workplace experience

Teamwork

Customer service awareness

Time management

Microsoft Office

Report preparation

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
• Industry: Banking
• Function: Training and Development
• Experience: Entry level or fresh graduate
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: 8000-12000

Role Context

The Ethraa Trainee - Banking Development program prepares UAE Nationals for meaningful careers in banking through a 6 to 8 month learning and work experience journey. Participants will join a relevant department, build practical workplace skills, understand banking operations, and complete professional development activities that support future placement and career progression. The program is suitable for motivated candidates who want structured exposure to the banking sector while developing technical, professional, and customer-focused capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate fully in the Ethraa Program as a full-time banking development initiative.
• Complete assigned learning pathways, technical training, professional development sessions, and certification requirements.
• Gain practical experience within a department aligned with academic background and career aspirations.
• Support day-to-day departmental tasks under the guidance of managers, mentors, and experienced banking professionals.
• Develop understanding of banking products, customer service standards, operational processes, compliance expectations, and internal procedures.
• Apply classroom learning to real workplace activities and demonstrate progress throughout the program.
• Work with team members on assigned projects, reports, administrative tasks, customer-related activities, or operational support requirements.
• Build professional communication, teamwork, time management, problem-solving, and business etiquette skills.
• Maintain active participation in feedback sessions, coaching meetings, assessments, and performance reviews.
• Follow bank policies, confidentiality standards, conduct requirements, and professional workplace expectations.
• Show commitment to continuous learning and readiness for a long-term career in the banking sector.
• Represent UAE National talent positively through discipline, curiosity, accountability, and strong engagement.

Ideal Profile

• UAE National candidate interested in building a career in the banking sector.
• Fresh graduate or entry-level professional seeking structured development and practical banking exposure.
• Academic background that can align with banking, business, finance, economics, operations, technology, customer service, or related functions.
• Strong willingness to learn through classroom training, workplace experience, mentoring, and professional certification.
• Good communication skills with the ability to work respectfully with colleagues, managers, and internal stakeholders.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and commitment to completing the 6 to 8 month program.
• Interest in financial services, customer experience, operations, risk, compliance, digital banking, or business support functions.
• Ability to adapt to different departments and learn new processes quickly.
• Professional mindset with attention to punctuality, confidentiality, teamwork, and personal development.
• Motivation to grow within a leading UAE banking environment.

Skills Set

• Banking fundamentals
• UAE National development
• Professional training
• Learning pathways
• Workplace experience
• Department rotation
• Business communication
• Teamwork
• Customer service awareness
• Banking operations awareness
• Financial services knowledge
• Compliance awareness
• Time management
• Problem-solving
• Professional certification
• Career development
• Mentoring
• Performance feedback
• Administrative support
• Report preparation
• Microsoft Office
• Workplace discipline

Why Join Us

This program offers UAE Nationals a strong starting point for a career in Abu Dhabi's banking sector. Participants gain hands-on experience, structured training, professional certifications, and exposure to real banking departments over 6 to 8 months. It is a valuable opportunity for ambitious UAE Nationals who want to build confidence, develop industry knowledge, and prepare for future career growth within a major financial institution.

About the Company

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is one of the UAE's leading banking groups, offering retail banking, corporate banking, investment banking, global markets, asset management, and digital financial services. In Abu Dhabi, FAB supports national talent development through structured learning, practical exposure, strong mentorship, and career pathways that help UAE Nationals contribute to the future of the banking sector.