165 Executive Directors jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Job Title: Executive Director

Description:

We are seeking a strategic leader to drive business growth and profitability. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in the UAE, preferably in trading or distribution.

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Director - Food and Beverage creates and maintains menus that satisfy guests, manages food costs, upholds menu standards, controls inventory, staff, and food and beverage production and services. Directly supervises Directors and Managers of the entire Food and Beverage Department at Wynn Al Marjan Island.

1. Develops an operating budget for each of the department's revenue outlets, monitors and takes corrective actions to ensure budget goals are met.
2. Ensures effective orientation, training for new staff, and professional development for experienced staff.
3. Inspects safety, sanitation, energy management, preventive maintenance, and other standards for consistency.
4. Plans and approves organizational chart, staffing, scheduling procedures, and job descriptions for all department staff.
5. Sets standards for output quality and quantity for all personnel within the department.
6. Develops and implements innovative business strategies to maximize revenue and productivity.
7. Monitors resource consumption and maximizes equipment capacity.
8. Prepares and presents regular reports to management.
9. Oversees Western kitchen administration.
10. Assists and performs duties assigned by the SVP – F&B.

• Delivers high-quality products and services to guests.
• Addresses guest requests and handles complaints promptly.
• Provides feedback and shares guest ideas with staff and management for operational planning.

• Supervises, directs, and leads the team to achieve departmental goals.
• Delegates tasks fairly, encourages teamwork, and develops a shared vision.
• Coaches, motivates, counsels, evaluates staff, and involves them in decision-making.
• Handles staff hiring decisions.
• Identifies and develops individual team member strengths.
• Conducts daily briefings and shares company information.
• Monitors hygiene and grooming standards.
• Designs departmental training and operating procedures.
• Addresses deviations from procedures through on-the-job training.
• Assesses and trains staff on food preparation and service standards.
• Promotes a positive, inclusive, and safe work environment.

• Monitors industry trends and adjusts menus, pricing, and wages accordingly.
• Suggests creative ideas to enhance the department's image and offerings.
• Maintains professional interactions with team members, management, and contractors.
• Participates in meetings and shares relevant information.
• Fosters good relationships and effective communication.
• Adheres to company policies, procedures, and code of conduct.
• Maintains professional appearance and behavior standards.
• Follows health and safety standards, seeks continuous improvement.
• Participates in recycling and environmental sustainability initiatives.

• Minimum 10 years of F&B management experience in 5-star Western, Asian, or Levantine restaurants.
• Excellent knowledge of international cuisine and wine; certifications are a plus.
• Secondary school diploma or higher; Bachelor's degree in F&B management preferred.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Proficient in MS Office.

• Strong leadership, management, and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player, adaptable to high-pressure environments.
• Flexible with shifts and work schedules based on business needs.

As a strategic business leader, this role oversees all company operations in Dubai, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will drive business growth, optimize performance, and lead high-performing teams.

• Develop and execute business strategies to enhance profitability, market share, and operational efficiency.
• Lead budgeting, financial planning, and cost-control initiatives to ensure long-term sustainability.
• Mentor senior management and foster a culture of innovation through open communication and collaboration.
• Build strong relationships with clients, partners, and government entities to drive business development.
• Identify new opportunities, partnerships, and market expansions to propel the organization forward.

• Minimum 20 years of progressive leadership experience, preferably in construction, design, or engineering.
• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or related field is essential.
• Strong background in financial management, strategic planning, and operational leadership is necessary for success.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and decision-making skills are crucial in this role.
• In-depth knowledge of the Dubai/UAE market and industry trends is highly desirable.

This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a comprehensive health insurance plan and access to professional development opportunities.

Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization.

• Effectively exercise independent decision making, as a subject matter expert under stress.
• Conduct benchmark studies to identify / adopt best practices for operational units under mandate.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of local regulations to ensure full operational compliance.
• Perform regular reviews of existing practices and conditions, identifying gaps against best practices.
• Research and recommend new technologies and systems to improve operational efficiency.
• Develop comprehensive policies and procedures for operations, and implementation processes.
• Establish strategic objectives and supporting key performance indicators for operations team.
• Design and implement supporting forms using modern methods to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Create manpower and equipment schedules that optimize performance and resource allocation.
• Develop code-compliant business proposals aligned with best practices and organizational goals.
• Prepare budget forecasts to support business proposals and operational planning.
• Submit purchase orders for necessary equipment, ensuring alignment with budget.
• Maintain strong relationships with government emergency services and regulatory authorities.
• Maintain an awareness of applicable regulation and ensure compliance.
  
  

• Direct the investigative unit and adjust the department size as dictated by business demands.
• Develop investigative strategies, timelines, and reporting protocols.
• Review and recommend improvements to internal investigation procedures and guidelines.
• Gather intelligence from internal/external sources.
• Compose daily intelligence reports for significant local, regional, national, and international events.
• Ensure investigations adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Coordinate applicant background screening and vendor clearance.
• Conduct follow-up investigations on daily events reported to Security.
• Collaborate with Legal for complex legal issues arising during investigations.
• Work with Human Resources to investigate FMLA abuse and employee misconduct.
• Work on case investigations predicated on security incidents.
• Assisting in other duties assigned by management team including sensitive investigations.
• Work in undercover operations, as necessary.
• Adhere to established and evolving standards for detailed, auditable and required documentation.
• Ensure all laws and regulations regarding investigation procedures are conveyed and updated to security personnel in a timely manner.
• Track and analyze trends, diagnose root causes, and develop recommendations for corrective strategies.
• Assign and oversee Investigators on complex cases.
• Conduct high-profile or sensitive investigations independently.
• Prepare comprehensive investigative reports detailing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Present findings to relevant Stakeholders (Senior Management, Legal Counsel, and Human Resources).
• Deliver monthly and quarterly reports to the Vice President.
• Actively contribute to department's education, awareness, and training program.
  
  

• Required: Bachelor's degree in related fields.
• Preferred: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Preferred: Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
  
  

• Required: Minimum 8 years' federal, state, city, or county experience as an investigator.
• Required: Minimum 3 years' experience as a director.
• Preferred: Minimum 5 years' leadership experience in corporate investigations.
• Preferred: Past work experience in the United Arab Emirates.
  
  

• Strong leadership, effective management and good communication skills.
• Self-starter possessing strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be confident interacting with executive leaders.
• Strong program and project management skills.
• Detailed oriented and ability to deliver quality products on schedule.
• Strong presenter and public speaker.
• High proficiency with Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, Power Point, and database programs.
• Able to work on shifts and be flexible regarding work schedules according to business demand.

• Full-time
• Division: Wholesale Banking

The purpose of the job is to be a center of excellence for STCF products and solutions for the Bank.

The role is responsible for working with Coverage teams in originating structured trade solutions and monitoring the deals globally.

• Product Development and Management
• Stakeholders (Internal & External) Management
• Managing Teams
• Participation/Representation in industry events (e.g., GTR)

• Work with relationship managers in the origination, structuring, and implementation of complex trade finance deals for local and international companies – bilateral, transactional, structured facilities.
• Manage complex trade finance transactions referred by clients, partner banks, and other financial institutions.
• Assist in structuring complex transactions such as inventory financing, borrowing base, credit insurance structures, prepayment/PXF.
• Report, monitor, and assess risks in structured trade finance deals and implement measures to mitigate them.
• Participate in internal discussions with credit, risk, legal, and compliance teams, as well as other stakeholders, on complex trade finance deals, including counterparty onboarding.
• Engage in external discussions with clients' functions, lawyers, external consultants, and other external parties on structured trade finance deals.
• Collaborate with relationship managers in preparing term sheets, credit applications, and negotiating documentation on complex trade and commodity finance products and solutions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of products, systems, processes, and practices, considering client needs and market developments.
• Achieve specific revenue targets and returns on risk-adjusted assets and equity, aligned with the bank's risk parameters.
• Participate actively in updating product skills, understanding market trends, and monitoring competitor behaviors.
• Work with the Coverage team to create detailed Client Account Plans for growing complex trades and maximizing market share.
• Handle transactions on an end-to-end basis.

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce, or an equivalent discipline.

10+ years of Transaction Banking experience with specialized knowledge in Structured Trade & Commodity Finance. Candidates should have experience in origination, developing client relationships, and team management.

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First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) | Business Park Branch, Abu Dhabi

Executive Director - Commercial & Sales

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

An exciting opportunity to join the visionary real estate company which is behind one of the Kingdom's most ambitious urban regeneration projects. The $Multi Billion development blends culture, heritage, and innovation to create a world-class destination featuring tourism, entertainment, residential, and commercial assets. With sustainability at its core and designed to reflect the city's unique identity, the project will continue in the transformation of the city into a global hub for living, leisure, and investment.

The Role

As Commercial Executive Director, you'll take the lead in defining and executing an ambitious commercial strategy that fuels revenue, drives innovation, and supports dynamic partnerships. From strategic planning to due diligence, joint ventures, and go-to-market success, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a major impact at a pivotal stage in growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic commercial planning in line with business goals and five-year forecasts.
• Drive feasibility studies, financial modelling, and business case development for key real estate projects.
• Identify and structure investment and partnership opportunities, including JVs and project financing.
• Guide sales and marketing efforts to elevate brand visibility and customer engagement.
• Establish and oversee clear roadmaps and commercial frameworks to meet revenue targets.
• Conduct deep market research and competitor analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Evaluate new business opportunities for commercial, technical, and financial viability.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration across development, projects, and executive leadership.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and bring fresh insights to keep the business competitive and forward-thinking.
• Contribute to business planning, risk assessments, and long-term strategic initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate or similar; MBA preferred.
• Professional certifications such as MRICS/RICS are a plus.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.

Skills & Competencies:

• Expertise in commercial real estate and deal execution.
• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership.
• Fluent English (Arabic preferred), with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Technically savvy with MS Office and commercial evaluation tools.
• Deep knowledge of GCC markets, regulatory environments, and commercial frameworks.

This is a high-impact leadership role for a visionary commercial strategist ready to help shape a transformative real estate portfolio.

JOB PURPOSE:

The role holder is primarily responsible for working with Coverage teams in structuring Cash and Trade solutions managing and growing of Transaction Banking business across the UAE. The role holder will be a member of the team covering GTB Sales in the UAE.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Commercial Oversight: Achieving long term results for delivery of working capital for cash and trade clients with extended responsibilities in generating revenues for FAB GTB exceeding AED250m.

Identify and develop Cash and Trade business opportunities and profitability across the UAE on a sustainable basis and making sure the customer experience is to the highest level.

New Business: Responsible for Cash and Trade product growth jointly with the coverage teams in UAE. Plan and execute calling plans for each industry segment in conjunction with relationship managers (as appropriate) to deepen Cash and Trade product penetration across client portfolio.

Use of consultative approach along with the Cash and Trade knowledge and experience to design and implement suitable innovative solutions for customers needs. Responsible for structuring complex cash management deals and responding to RFPs with a highquality level ensuring FAB is properly perceived by our customer base.

New Markets & Products: Structuring of bespoke open account solutions (SCF & RF) and ensure a highquality customer experience through consultative approach design and implementing workable and innovative solutions for customers needs. Responsible for structuring Trade deals and providing technical expertise to client base and relationship managers.

CASA Generation: Structure liquidity and liabilities solutions that drive CASA growth while ensuring bestinclass customer experience.

Regulatory Oversight: Manage proactively the fraud and compliance risks in the Cash and Trade business when developing solutions for clients.

Digital Penetration: Facilitate conversion of all existing and new to bank customers on to FABs electronic channels.

Pipeline Discipline: Work with the coverage to build and maintain a strong Cash and Trade pipeline while remaining focused on pipeline deal mandate closures. This includes regular review and communication to the relevant stakeholders.

Partner with coverage teams to develop quality credit proposals supporting structuring of Trade facilities and proactively managing transactional risk in an efficient and profitable manner. Ensure ancillary business in cash management is ringfenced to FAB.

Service Delivery: Collaborate with other stakeholders to Ensure that customer comes first by delivering bestinclass service.

Business Liaison: Maintain close liaison with intra region and cross regional stakeholders to bring about network connectivity to facilitate cross border transactions and opportunities where possible.

Customer lead generation/origination to increase share of wallet with existing relationships by deep selling new Cash and Trade products and support Coverage team to generate new revenue opportunities from new to bank clients and opportunities.

Stakeholder Coordination: Provide technical expertise to coverage and partner with coverage teams to develop quality proposals and RFPs that win mandates

As a member of GTB Sales you will be responsible for your portfolios on the following accountabilities:

Driving Cash and Trade sales for clients in line with specific needs of clients.

Delivery of specific revenue targets CASA/liabilities returns on risk adjusted assets and equity consistent and commensurate with the Banks acceptable risk parameters and pricing.

Work closely with coverage teams and make the unit head aware of performance gaps in your portfolio.

Actively engage with client together with the Unit Head and Coverage team to build business for the Bank.

Responsible for structuring Cash & Trade deals and providing technical expertise to relationship managers and facilitate client discussions. This includes structuring Cash and Trade transactions responding to RFPs and providing technical expertise to relationship managers.

Participating in and contributing to deal teams where transactions require bespoke Cash and Trade solutions.

Establish strong stakeholder relationships and work with colleagues and partners across the network to build a strong pipeline.

Partner with coverage teams in contributing to quality credit proposals supporting structuring of existing and new Trade facilities.

Proactively managing transactional risk in an efficient and profitable manner.

Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of products systems processes and practices while considering client needs market developments and trends.

Actively participate in opportunities to update product skills understand market trends and competitor behaviours.

Work closely with Coverage teams across the region and network to propose new markets clients and products.

Work with Coverage team on creating detailed Key Account Plan for growing trade business and maximize market share.

Closely monitoring utilization of Trade facilities and cross sell noncredit trade products / services to deepen client wallet.

Understand and comply with regulations and internal policies i.e. Credit/ Compliance/ Operational Risks etc.

Work closely with Cash & Trade Product innovation team in UAE to finalize documentation/ structures/ rollout new trade products/ solutions.

KNOWLEDGE COMPETENCIES:

A highly motivated and experienced salesperson with a track record of originating new clients and driving revenues within a portfolio of corporate clients.

Strong Client network with focus to grow Cash and Trade business for the bank in the region.

Strong technical knowledge in Cash and Trade Finance products including core and value added Trade Finance. Cash Management products including Payments and Digital/Electronic Channels; Collections and Reconciliation tools Account Services Liquidity and Liabilities management.

Selfstarter who can handle all enquiries relating to Cash and Trade Finance independently.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as a team player.

Strong origination capability coupled with excellent customer orientation & negotiation skills.

Strong communication skills.

Selfconfident and performance driven. Ability to work under pressure and with a strong delivery focus.

Ability to articulate formulate and deliver high quality client presentation.

Understanding of operations processes and procedures and related risk in cash and trade transactions.

Familiar with the regulatory environment concerning financial industry in UAE.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualification Degree in Finance Accounting Economics Commerce or equivalent discipline

Minimum Experience 10 years Transactional Banking Experience with specialized knowledge and experience in Cash Management Payments Liquidity Management Core Trade Finance and Value Added Trade Finance. Candidate should have a track record in Origination managing a portfolio of relationships and meeting specific portfolio KPIs and development of client relationships both newtoproduct and newtoBank.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime

The role of Senior Manager involves providing strategic leadership and guidance to ensure the effective operation of various business functions. This includes budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to inform business decisions.

Key responsibilities include developing budgets, finalizing budget plans, and ensuring their integrity through appropriate control mechanisms. Additionally, this role requires preparing business plans, consolidating budgets, and monitoring cash flows at project level to identify risks and optimize costs.

Other key responsibilities include designing financial policies and procedures, maintaining Hyperion Budgeting software, and preparing monthly project dashboards to support departmental budgeting. The ideal candidate will possess advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI, and expertise in variance analysis and trend identification.

• Graduate in Accounting/Finance; CA/ACCA/CPA preferred
• Min. 6 to 8 years' experience with at least 2 years' of experience in corporate finance, budgeting, and reporting
• Well-versed in SQL/database management, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Management Information Systems (MIS), and MS Office Tools

• Advanced financial modeling and forecasting skills
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Time Management and Attention to detail and quality

Job Summary

• Drive the Macro Sales strategy for UAE Institutional clients and leverage the brand of SCB in the GCC region to support development of a new market hub for global hedge fund clients

• Develop and maintain a strong partnership with Trading, Structuring, Research, Corporate & Institutional Coverage, Transaction Banking & other key stakeholders across the Bank.

• Leverage existing relationships and knowledge of multimanager hedge fund industry to drive production across FXO/FXC/IRD and local ccy bond markets across all regions4

Key Responsibilities

Strategy

• Appropriately deliver SCB's capabilities to clients through face to face meetings, conferences, and calls to determine Financial Market needs, as applicable

• Serve as SCB ambassador to growing multimanager community in UAE and drive marketing efforts to that effect

• Leverage existing hedge fund relationships and facility built through experience to build a new client community and bind it effectively to the SCB brand

• Deepen investor relationships and improve dialogue around market ideas with key clients through increased client contact

• Identify and cultivate prospective accounts with the goal of growing the FX, interest rate and credit business

• Provide product solutions in FX, rates, or credit, based on individual knowledge and competency

• Emphasis on cross asset and cross border collaboration in order to maximize client service and returns and ensure footprint product is delivered into UAE based clients

• Stretch target for Core Clients with close coordination

• Awareness and understanding of the Group's business strategy and model appropriate to the role

Business

• Manage an account list to a minimum total income

• Awareness and understanding of the wider business, economic and market environment in which the Group operates

• Obtain introductions to prospective customers and make a persuasive business case for the use of SCB products and services in preference to current sources, leveraging existing relationships

• To establish and maintain high level contacts with current and target customers through sales calls, entertainment and visits, in order to develop relationships and gain insight into their future plans and needs.

• Provide seamless backup for colleagues when they are unavailable to deal with their clients.

• Learn all applicable booking and risk systems and maintain excellent attention to detail.

• Each FM Salesperson is responsible for ensuring that a transaction is appropriate for the client. A transaction should be:

Risk Management

• Monitor the utilization of each customer's trading limits with SCB, obtain specific approval for any excess likely to arise as a result of a particular transaction and make an appropriate recommendation to CIB where a higher limit may lead to additional profitable business.

• Adherence to all Group Policies and relevant legislation covering credit, operational, reputational risk among others.

• Commitment to Group Code of Conduct

• Timely completion of all e-leaning, attestations and requests for information.

Governance

• Understand and comply with, in letter and spirit, all applicable laws and regulations, including those governing anti-money laundering, terrorist financing and sanctions; the Group's policies and procedures; and the Group Code of Conduct.

• Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk and compliance matters.

Regulatory & Business Conduct

• Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group's Values and Code of Conduct.

• Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics, including regulatory and business conduct, across Standard Chartered Bank. This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with, in letter and spirit, all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct.

• Assist the Investor Sales team to achieve the outcomes set out in the Bank's Conduct Principles: Fair Outcomes for Clients; Effective Operation of Financial Markets; Financial Crime Prevention; The Right Environment.

• Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters.

Key stakeholders

• Institutional & Corporate Clients

• Banking and product partners across the bank

• FMATT

• Regional Head of Financial Markets

• Product management teams

• Structuring management teams

• Partner FM regional heads

• Trading heads

• Technology, Finance, control and risk functions

• Regulators

Other Responsibilities

• Demonstrate Here for Good and the Group's brand and values in daily behaviour

• Perform other responsibilities assigned under Group, Country, Business or Functional policies and procedures.

• Train and develop back up for the top accounts you cover. Ensuring they provide similar market color and a similar level of service

• Designate back up, by name, in Away Notes for Top 10 accounts

Our Ideal Candidate

• Cross Selling

• Customer Behavior and Preferences

• Interest Rate Risk Management

• Investment Banking Services

• Investment Consulting

• Loan Origination

• Market Risk

• Prospecting

• Sales Proposal and Presentation

• Securities Laws and Regulations (SLR)

• Foreign Exchange

About Standard Chartered

We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can't wait to see the talents you can bring us.

Our purpose, to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours. When you work with us, you'll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion.

Together we:

• Do the right thing and are assertive, challenge one another, and live with integrity, while putting the client at the heart of what we do
• Never settle, continuously striving to improve and innovate, keeping things simple and learning from doing well, and not so well
• Are better together, we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term

• Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.
• Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.
• Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.
• Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits
• A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.
• Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation, one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.