Senior Broker

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Dubai is seeking a Senior Broker to execute trading instructions and manage relationships with high-net-worth clients. The role involves driving sales growth through proactive engagement while ensuring compliance with market regulations. Ideal candidates have 5-8 years of experience in equity trading and are SCA-licensed brokers. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of proven experience in equity trading and client-facing roles.
• Deep knowledge in UAE/GCC financial markets.
• Strong negotiation skills with a results-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Execute client orders on the ADX and DFM exchanges.
• Proactively identify and pursue new sales opportunities.
• Conduct client meetings to understand financial goals.
• Ensure compliance with trading policies and regulations.

Skills

Equity trading

Portfolio management

Client relationships

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics or related field

SCA-licensed broker

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Bloomberg Terminal

Reuters Eikon

Job description

Overview

Role : Senior Broker

Location : Dubai

Role Purpose :

Execute trading instructions for ADIB Securities clients ethically and efficiently while driving sales growth through proactive customer engagement. Foster long-term relationships with high-net-worth clients, ensuring compliance with established policies, regulations, and strategies.

Responsibilities

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

• Execute client orders on the ADX and DFM exchanges in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Proactively identify and pursue new sales opportunities via cold calling, networking, and digital channels (e.g., LinkedIn, social media).
• Conduct client meetings to understand their financial goals, risk appetite, and concerns.
• Enforce ADIB and ADIB Securities policies, particularly in client onboarding, AML / CTF, and trade settlement.
• Stay updated on all market and regulatory rules, commission structures, and competitor activities to provide informed recommendations.
• Ensure that the framework is always in compliance with the related rules and regulations including client onboarding documents and clients KYC.
• Keep abreast of regulations of DFM, ADX, and SCA.
• Promote new business through customer contacts. Call existing customers and prospective customers to nurture ongoing relationships.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of strategies and goals.
• Monitor market trends, analyze portfolios, and suggest strategic trading actions.
• Represent ADIB at industry events to enhance brand visibility and networking.
• Increase the company’s share of each client total trading portfolio as well as efficiently and effectively increase the overall affluent client trading activity.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and ensure all customer grievances are resolved in a timely manner.
• Ensure that all customer instructions are responded to immediately.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities :

• Identify and manage all significant risks (Financial, Operational, Market, and Reputational Risks). Monitor customer accounts, ensuring the settlement of deals as per market control norms.
• Actively follow up on overdue settlement trades and take action within the rules of market control.
• Ensure all correspondence with Market Control, customers, and others is properly recorded and filed.
• Manage team members and provide them with necessary guidance and counseling to keep them highly motivated.
• Maintain high ethical standards and contribute towards a healthy work environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Perform all supervisory and management functions in accordance with ADIB and ADIB Securities practices and policies for brokers, including :
• Identify and help satisfy the training requirements of employees in close coordination with the Trading Manager.
• Emphasize and promote professional and ethical conduct.
• Lead and mentor junior brokers, providing guidance and performance feedback.

Authority Given :

• Initially, incumbent will not be given expense power, however, will be given approval powers based on his / her level of management experience and brokerage expertise.

Reporting Lines

• Head of Trading
• Head of Trading

Specialist Skills / Technical Knowledge Required for this role :

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics or related field is required
• Mandatory :
• SCA-licensed broker
• 5–8 years of proven experience in equity trading, portfolio management, and client-facing roles.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint), Bloomberg Terminal, Reuters Eikon, and investment databases.
• Deep knowledge in UAE / GCC financial markets, including margin trading regulations.
• Strong negotiation skills with a results-driven mindset.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Track record of negotiating large-scale trades or managing high-net-worth client portfolios

Job Info

• Job Identification 3392