Senior Business Analyst – (UAE National)

Talents of Endearment; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial consulting firm in Dubai is seeking a seasoned Emirati Business Analyst with over 12 years of experience in banking and IT. The role involves collaborating with banking clients on transformation projects to enhance client experiences and compliance. Candidates must display strong communication skills in English and Arabic, alongside expertise in Java and React.js. This position offers attractive salary packages and a hybrid working environment that supports professional development.

Benefits

Attractive salary packages

Hybrid work setup

Strategic projects in banking

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• UAE national with a minimum of 12 years’ experience in banking operations or financial IT projects.
• Proven knowledge of commercial/corporate loan products and workflows.
• Expert-level knowledge of Java and strong proficiency in React.js.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert for corporate and wholesale lending processes.
• Lead business analysis for digital transformation initiatives in loan origination.
• Liaise with client stakeholders to validate workflows and system enhancements.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks like UAE Central Bank.

Skills

Strong communication skills in English and Arabic

Stakeholder management

Client engagement

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Leadership and team mentorship

Tools

Java 11+

Spring Boot

React.js

PostgreSQL

Docker

AWS

Job description

Job Description

Location : Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Hybrid – Work-from-home & On-site at Client Locations)

Employment Type : Full-Time

A prominent multi national company is seeking a seasoned Emirati Business Analyst with over 12 years of specialized experience in wholesale or corporate banking lending. The ideal candidate may also bring deep expertise in Information Technology with a track record of successfully implementing Loan Origination Systems within banks or financial institutions.

The role involves collaborating with leading banking clients in Abu Dhabi, driving transformation projects that improve operational efficiencies, client experiences, and compliance across lending products. This is a purpose-driven opportunity for those passionate about elevating the UAE’s financial ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for corporate and wholesale lending processes
• Lead business analysis for digital transformation initiatives, especially around loan origination
• Capture and translate business requirements into functional specifications and solution designs
• Liaise with client stakeholders to validate workflows, business rules, and system enhancements
• Collaborate with IT and vendor teams during platform integration and implementation cycles
• Ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks (e.g., UAE Central Bank, IFRS 9)
• Provide support during user testing, training, and post-go-live adoption

Requirements

• UAE national with strong communication skills in English and Arabic preferred
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in banking operations, lending, or financial IT projects
• Proven knowledge of commercial / corporate loan products and workflows
• Familiarity with platforms like Finastra, Temenos, or custom-built origination solutions
• Strong stakeholder management and client engagement skills

Experience working across cross-functional teams and agile delivery environments

Benefits

• Attractive salary packages : AED 18000+ per month (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid work setup with flexibility to operate from home and client locations
• Strategic projects that influence core banking modernization across the UAE
• Opportunity to contribute to national talent development and financial innovation
• Professional growth pathways within a reputable transformation partner

Technical Requirements

Mandatory Technical Skills : 5-7 years of professional experience in software development. Backend : Expert-level knowledge of Java 11+, with deep hands‑on experience in the Spring Ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security). Frontend : Strong proficiency in React.js and its core principles, along with experience with popular React state management libraries (Redux, Context API). API & Microservices : Proven experience in building and designing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures. Databases : Solid experience with both SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases. Cloud & DevOps : Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI / CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI). Preferred Skills (Differentiators) : Experience with TypeScript on the frontend. Knowledge of server‑side rendering frameworks like Next.js. Familiarity with message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). Understanding of Agile / Scrum methodologies. Experience with performance monitoring and application profiling tools. Soft Skills & Competencies : Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong leadership and team mentorship capabilities. Effective communication and collaboration skills in English (Arabic is a significant advantage). A proactive, results‑oriented mindset with a commitment to quality.