Senior Specialist - New Business Enablement

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank; United Arab Emirates; Remote; AED 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution is seeking a Senior Specialist - New Business Enablement to join their Corporate banking team in the United Arab Emirates. This role requires at least 5 years of banking experience, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and strong analytical and leadership skills. The successful candidate will conduct client engagements, drive revenue generation, and enhance processing efficiency within the team. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for flexible and remote working arrangements.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Flexible and Remote Working Options

Learning and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in Banking.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and lead large teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fast-tracking of NTB business credit approval.
• Provide transaction structuring advice within guidelines.
• Assist in critical assessment of CIBG NTB credit applications.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal

Problem solving and analytical

Financial analysis and knowledge of Banking Regulations

Demonstrated ability to manage and lead large teams

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

MS Office

Job description

Senior Specialist - New Business Enablement

Description

Embark on a journey where your unique contributions are celebrated, and your professional growth is embraced. At ADCB, we nurture a diverse, inclusive community where every voice is valued.

ADCB Corporate and Investment Banking Group provides a comprehensive and sophisticated suite of solutions to more than 40,000 commercials, corporate and institutional clients. With local operations based in United Arab Emirates and regional offices in Egypt and Kazakhstan, our Corporate and Investment Banking Group bridges banking corridors across the Middle East and North Africa region. From account opening to Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and beyond, you can trust ADCB to support your business growth and ambitions. Get the edge you need to succeed with ADCB.

We are actively seeking an ambitious professional to join our Corporate banking team at ADCB to work alongside passionate colleagues who share your ambition to redefine excellence in UAE banking.

Key Responsibilities

• Revenue Generation: Conduct the fast‑tracking of the end‑to‑end NTB business credit approval, transaction executive, stakeholder management and the facilitation of deal execution to ensure the generation of incremental revenues (interest income, fee income and ancillary income) and the achievement of set targets.
• Conduct the identification of potential opportunities for upfront cross‑sell on NTBs in order to drive Risk‑Adjusted Return On Capital (RAROC) maximisation, achieving set targets.
• Structuring and Advisory: Provide transaction structuring advice within set guidelines and Banks requirements in order to facilitate delivery of tailored credit solutions in line with client and Banks requirements.
• Risk Assessment: Assist in the review and critical assessment of CIBG NTB credit applications (including evaluation, financial analysis, credit structuring and risk mitigation) submitted for approvals under delegated lending authorities at various levels up to Management Credit Committee (MCC)/Board Executive Committee (BEC), identifying and reporting on improvement areas to ensure credit applications are balanced/robust, accurately reflect risk/reward outputs and adhere to Banks requirements.
• Process Enhancement: Collate and report the feedback gained from key stakeholders (across CIBG, Credit, Risk and Technology teams), in order to develop and implement a framework that leverages process re‑engineering and digital technologies in facilitating shorter turnaround times (TAT) and greater efficiency in delivering NTB business.
• Client Engagement: Conduct client engagement, alongside the RMs in order to develop deeper understanding of client credit needs.
• Continuous Improvement: Manage self in line with the Bank’s people management policies, procedures, processes and practices to ensure adherence and to maximise own contribution to business performance.
• Customer Service: Demonstrate Our Promise and apply the ADCB Service Standards to deliver the Bank’s required levels of service in all internal and external customer interactions.

Ideal Candidate Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in Banking
• Bachelor s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance, or any other appropriate field
• Communication and interpersonal
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead large teams
• Problem solving and analytical
• Financial analysis and knowledge of Banking Regulations especially related to capital and liquidity
• PowerPoint, Excel, Word and MS Office

What we offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: This includes market‑leading medical insurance, group life and personal accident insurance, paid leave and leave airfare, employee preferential rates on loans and finance facilities, staff discounts and offers, and children education assistance (for certain job levels).
• Flexible and Remote Working Options: We understand the importance of work‑life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, subject to eligibility and job requirements.
• Learning and Development Opportunities: We value and facilitate continuous learning and personal development, through a variety of exciting learning opportunities, such as structured instructor‑led courses, a comprehensive e‑Learning catalog, on‑the‑job training and professional development programs.

At ADCB, we are dedicated to creating a respectful, caring and disciplined work environment that aligns with your career ambitions.