Citi is looking for an Insurance Planning Specialist to join its Wealth Advisory team in Dubai serving as the primary insurance subject matter expert supporting Client Advisors and high-net-worth clients across a broad range of life insurance and wealth protection solutions. In this role you will play a central part in driving insurance revenue within Citi's consumer wealth management business combining deep product knowledge with a hands‑on client advisory and sales approach. This is an opportunity to shape insurance strategy, develop client relationships, and deliver measurable outcomes in one of the UAE's leading private banking environments.
Responsibilities
- Act as the insurance subject matter expert for Client Advisors, advising high-net-worth clients on suitable insurance solutions across wealth protection, accumulation, retirement planning, child education, estate preservation, and endowment planning.
- Design and recommend tailored insurance strategies that align with each client's financial goals, risk profile, and long-term planning needs.
- Build and manage an active insurance sales pipeline by engaging prospective clients directly, following through each opportunity to closure independently or alongside Client Advisors.
- Coach and upskill Client Advisors on insurance concepts, products, and sales processes to strengthen team capability and generate qualified referrals.
- Collaborate with the Insurance Product Head and insurer partners to develop new product offerings, client promotions and targeted micro-marketing events.
- Deliver quality after‑sales service to deepen client relationships and generate referral business that expands the client base.
- Identify, escalat(ed), and address compliance and conduct matters in line with insurance sales regulations, anti‑money laundering requirements, and internal governance standards.
What We Offer At Citi
- Eligibility for a bank‑approved Variable Compensation Plan rewarding individual performance and sales achievement.
- Access to Citi's global network and resources offering exposure to international best practices and cross‑functional collaboration across business lines.
- Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities to deepen product knowledge and advance your career within wealth management.
- A performance‑driven team environment where your contribution to client outcomes and revenue goals is recognized and valued.
- Wellbeing and financial support benefits in line with Citi's standard employee offering in the UAE.
Job Family Group Consumer SalesJob Family Consumer Product SalesTime Type Full time
Qualifications
- At least 3 5 years of experience selling life insurance products in the UAE market, with a strong command of UAE-based life insurance products and underlying mutual funds.
- Demonstrated background in wealth management with a combined sales and product focus, including familiarity with financial planning concepts.
- Comprehensive knowledge of insurance, investment management, and current market, economic, and financial trends relevant to high-net-worth client advisory.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, influence, and build trust with high-net-worth individuals and internal stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to assess complex client financial situations and structure appropriate solutions.
- MBA or business degree qualification.
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to Dubai.
Beneficial Skills & Qualifications
- Professional insurance certification such as the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) qualification or equivalent.
- Experience organizing or participating in client‑facing marketing events within a banking or financial services environment.