Executive Director, Client Coverage & Growth Strategy

First Abu Dhabi Bank; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 535,680 - 669,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Long-term career growth

High-impact role visibility with senior leadership

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Job summary

First Abu Dhabi Bank is seeking an Executive Director to focus on client coverage and business strategy. This role emphasizes originating and managing high-value client relationships, driving revenue growth, and executing strategic business initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate banking, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead client engagement efforts within a collaborative environment. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in corporate or investment banking with a track record in client origination.
• Strong understanding of financial products, credit processes, and market dynamics.
• Proven ability to manage senior-level client relationships and execute complex transactions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Originate new business and strengthen relationships with key corporate and institutional clients.
• Develop and implement business strategies that drive portfolio growth and revenue generation.
• Identify cross-sell opportunities across lending, transaction banking, treasury, and capital markets.
• Lead deal structuring, negotiation, and end-to-end execution in coordination with product teams.
• Maintain oversight of credit quality, risk assessment, and client portfolio performance.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business origination

Financial product knowledge

Portfolio and credit understanding

Strategic planning

Deal execution

Market analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field

Postgraduate qualifications (preferred)

Job description

First Abu Dhabi Bank is seeking an Executive Director to focus on client coverage and business strategy. This role emphasizes originating and managing high-value client relationships, driving revenue growth, and executing strategic business initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate banking, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead client engagement efforts within a collaborative environment. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are provided.