Senior Relationship Manager - Sustainability Program

FAB; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in the UAE seeks a Senior Relationship Manager for their Sustainability Program. The role requires over 8 years of experience in banking or sustainability, emphasizing client relationship management and ESG principles. Responsibilities include managing SME client relationships, conducting ESG assessments, and advising on sustainability-linked financial products. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and communication skills, along with a relevant degree. This full-time position is located in Abu Dhabi, offering opportunities to innovate and grow within a dynamic organization.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in banking, financial services, or sustainability.
• Demonstrated expertise in relationship management and SME banking.
• Strong technical, analytical, collaboration, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply ESG principles to client interactions.
• Manage and acquire relationships with SME clients.
• Conduct ESG assessments and advise clients on financial products.

Skills

Relationship management

ESG knowledge

Advanced Excel

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or related field

Job description

Senior Relationship Manager - Sustainability Program

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Job Description

At least 8 years of experience in banking, financial services, or sustainability, with a focus on client relationship management.

Experience with ESG, sustainability, or impact assessment is a plus.

• Advanced Excel and data analytics skills

Responsibilities

Apply ESG and sustainability principles to all client interactions and portfolio management.

Create a culture of sustainability and ESG awareness among SME clients and within FAB.

Seamless collaboration with Group ESG, Business Banking, and other teams to deliver program objectives.

• Uphold FAB and Group ESG team values

Acquire, onboard, and manage relationships with SME clients in priority sustainability sectors.

Conduct ESG impact assessments and support clients in meeting program criteria.

Advise clients on FAB’s suite of financial products, including sustainability-linked loans, trade finance, and supply chain solutions.

Facilitate client access to FAB’s network, including partnerships with accelerators, chambers, and large corporate clients.

Monitor client progress, provide ongoing advisory, and identify opportunities for growth and impact.

Support the development and execution of outreach, marketing, and educational initiatives for SME clients.

Maintain accurate records and reporting for client interactions, impact metrics, and program KPIs.

Continuously develop expertise in sustainability, ESG, and SME banking to stay ahead of market trends and regulatory requirements.

• Represent FAB and the SME Sustainability Program at external events, forums, and partnership meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, sustainability, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in relationship management, SME banking, and/or sustainability.
• Strong technical, analytical, collaboration, stakeholder management, presentation, and communication skills.

About Us

About Us:

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the UAE and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions. We offer a comprehensive range of personal and private banking services, including credit cards, Islamic banking, investments, loans, and mortgages. Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to provide top-tier financial solutions to our clients.

Life at FAB:

Working at FAB means being part of a team of talented and passionate individuals with a shared vision to support the ambitions of our stakeholders to "Grow Stronger." We embrace the needs of our customers across the globe with a sense of responsibility and confidence driven by extensive expertise that can only be delivered by an ambitious world-class organization

FAB offers unique career choices, a chance to innovate, craft solutions for the future, and express yourself in a performance-based culture that will unleash the best in you. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, FAB provides a range of learning and development initiatives to support all employees through training and skill development.

Our Values:

At FAB, we place our customers at the core of our activities, live our values each day in every way, celebrate achievements, and empower each other to deliver leading solutions. We have structured plans for the recruitment and career progression of Emirati talent to enable them to make a mark in the financial and banking sector both regionally and globaly that rewards your hard work and dedication.

Join our team and be part of a journey to shape the future of banking.

Job Info

• Job Identification 617
• Job Category Senior Manager - Sustainability Program
• Posting Date 01/06/2026, 10:12 AM
• Apply Before 03/06/2026, 12:00 AM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) Al Qurm Business Park, Abu Dhabi, AE