Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Work-mode: On-site

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Salary: Up to 600,000 AED per annum + bonus based on performance.

Our client is a leading international financial institution providing bespoke private banking and wealth management services to high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) clients across global markets. The firm offers an exceptional platform for relationship managers and senior private bankers to deliver tailored investment, credit, and wealth planning solutions within a dynamic, client-centric environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Private Banker to manage, develop, and grow a portfolio of private clients and entities in Dubai. The successful candidate will lead with advice, delivering comprehensive financial and investment strategies while maintaining long-term, commercially rewarding relationships.

The role focuses on building and nurturing high-value client relationships through discretionary portfolio management, self-directed investments, lending solutions, and holistic wealth planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of HNW and UHNW clients, providing holistic advice across banking, investments, wealth planning, and credit solutions
• Develop, retain, and grow client relationships through proactive engagement, tailored advice, and strategic financial planning
• Deliver an exceptional client experience while ensuring all activities align with internal compliance, risk management, and regulatory frameworks
• Conduct annual client suitability reviews and risk assessments in accordance with the firm’s policies and regulatory standards
• Identify cross-selling opportunities across the group’s full range of services, including discretionary investment management, lending, and custody solutions
• Demonstrate proactive business development, expanding the client base through introductions, referrals, and networking within target markets
• Maintain a deep understanding of global markets, cross-border wealth structures, and tax-efficient investment strategies
• Collaborate with internal teams, including portfolio management, compliance, and credit departments, to deliver seamless client service
• Contribute to the firm’s growth targets by achieving personal financial objectives and supporting the wider business strategy
• Mentor and support junior bankers or team members, sharing expertise and best practices

Requirements

• Extensive experience in private banking or wealth management, managing HNW/UHNW clients
• Proven ability to build and manage a book of high-value client relationships
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, discretionary portfolio management, lending solutions, and cross-border wealth planning
• Demonstrated success in business development and achieving revenue growth targets
• Experience working within regulated jurisdictions, with a strong understanding of compliance and risk frameworks
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client presentation skills
• Proven leadership capabilities or experience mentoring private banking teams

Qualifications

• Level 6 Investment Qualification (e.g., CISI Chartered Wealth Manager, CII Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning, or equivalent)
• CeMAP qualification (UK Mortgage Advisor) – mandatory
• Active Statement of Professional Standing (SPS) and ongoing CPD in line with regulatory requirements
• Chartered status (or commitment to achieving it) will be considered an advantage

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus tied to company targets
• Opportunity to work in one of the world’s leading financial hubs – Dubai
• Exposure to global markets, with a diverse and high-value client base
• Collaborative and high-performance environment with international career development opportunities