Head - Wealth management

Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Wealth Management Lead to drive strategic initiatives in the UAE. This role will focus on developing the wealth management proposition, ensuring compliance, and leading a high-performing team to achieve significant market impact. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in wealth management and a strong understanding of the UAE market, providing an excellent opportunity for growth and influence.

Qualifications

• Over 10-15 years of extensive experience in wealth management.
• In-depth understanding of the global financial industry and UAE markets.
• Proven ability to develop strategic wealth management propositions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement wealth management offering for the UAE.
• Lead efforts to achieve business targets and maintain high service standards.
• Oversee adherence to governance and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Wealth Management

UAE Market

Proposition Development

Sales & Service

Compliance & Governance

Regulatory Adherence

Stakeholder Management

Program Leadership

Education

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

This role leads the Wealth Management division in the UAE, focusing on developing and implementing the value proposition to drive market share and profitability. It requires ensuring robust sales, service, and regulatory compliance, alongside effective team training and stakeholder management.

Client Details

The client is a prominent financial institution with a strong international presence, including extensive operations in the UAE. They offer a comprehensive range of banking services, including a dedicated Wealth Management division focused on providing tailored financial solutions to their clientele.

Description


Develop and Implement Wealth Management Proposition: Create and execute the entire wealth management offering for the UAE market, ensuring alignment with target segments and risk parameters.Drive Sales and Service Excellence: Lead efforts to achieve business targets through effective sales strategies, a strong sales force system, and maintaining high standards of customer service.Ensure Governance, Compliance, and Regulatory Adherence: Oversee strict adherence to internal policies, successful audits, and all regulatory requirements set by UAE authorities.Lead Training and Coaching Initiatives: Continuously train and develop the wealth management team and branch staff, focusing on product knowledge, customer needs, and certification.Manage Key Stakeholders and Programs: Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and manage the end-to-end life-cycle of the wealth management program, ensuring timely execution of deliverable.




Profile


Possesses over 10-15 years of extensive experience in wealth management, coupled with a postgraduate qualification (preferred).Demonstrates in-depth understanding of the global financial industry and technical expertise in UAE markets.Highly knowledgeable about regulatory requirements across various jurisdictions pertaining to wealth management.Proven ability to develop and execute strategic wealth management propositions that drive market share and profitability.A strong leader capable of training and coaching teams, ensuring governance and compliance, and managing key stakeholders effectively.




Job Offer


Strategic Leadership Opportunity: This role offers the chance to develop and implement the entire Wealth Management proposition for the UAE, providing significant influence and impact on the bank's growth in a key market.High-Impact and Growth Potential: The position involves driving increased market share and profitability, along with continuous team development and stakeholder engagement, making it ideal for a candidate seeking a challenging role with clear growth metrics.

Skills

Wealth Management; UAE Market; Proposition Development; Sales & Service; Compliance & Governance; Regulatory Adherence; Stakeholder Management; Program Leadership