About the Role
As a rapidly evolving banking institution operating in the UAE for over half a century, we are seeking ambitious individuals passionate about the banking and finance industry to join our team. We focus on identifying and nurturing strategic partnerships that enhance our offerings and strengthen our competitive edge. Your interpersonal skills and dedication to exceptional service will be key as you work closely with both colleagues and customers.
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Responsibilities
- Assist the Partnerships Manager in identifying strategic partnerships with fintech and tech solutions providers to strengthen the bank's proposition.
- Assist the Partnerships team in overall strategic partnerships with key partners of the bank.
- Gather, consolidate and present market data and information of identified use cases of focus.
- Assist in maintaining the partnership team’s repository.
- Comfortable in data analytics and running simulations.
- Monitor and analyse market trends, competitor activities, and customer behaviours.
- Support the team in successfully implementing strategic partnership frameworks to foster collaboration with key stakeholders.
- Support successful and compliant implementation and execution of strategic partnerships in line with business priorities.
- Ability for quick adoption and support the Partnership Manager with multiple initiatives running in parallel.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to evaluate new technologies and innovations.
- Support a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the Digital team.
- Assist in establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key partners.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Engineering, AI or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience in a role within the banking or financial services industry, preferably with a focus on partnerships, tech, AI, or product.
- Experience in digital propositions and/or collaboration with tech solution providers and/or fintechs.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable in Excel and business simulations.
- Ability to lead and work professionally with various levels of staff and management.
- Sound judgment, keen sense of urgency, and high level of professional and personal integrity.
