Emirates NBD is a market leader in the MENAT region and the leading financial services brand in the UAE, with a presence in 13 countries and over 9 million customers. We offer a range of banking products and services, including retail banking, corporate banking, Islamic banking, investment banking, private banking, asset management, global markets, treasury, and brokerage operations. Our commitment to digital innovation is reflected in our operations, with 97% of all financial transactions conducted outside of branches.
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We are seeking a Digital Partnerships Manager who will be responsible for driving a strategic landscape for a set of Digital Partners, working closely with leadership teams for both internal businesses and external partners across four key portfolios: Government, Academia, Corporates, and Fintech Partners. This role includes defining a three-year strategy roadmap for each partner, managing accounts, planning, communication with business leaders and partners, and reporting to relevant stakeholders.
The Digital Partnerships Manager will ensure smooth coordination within various teams in Emirates NBD Group to drive business value and establish a win-win proposition for our business leaders and partners.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Drive strategic partnership engagement plans for both internal business stakeholders and external partners.
- Manage a set of partners categorized into Academia, Technology Partners, Government entities, Business Leaders, Incubators, Accelerators, Fintechs, and Startups.
- Optimize current investments and co-create future solutions in alignment with both business and partners.
- Establish strong relationships with key partners and suppliers to ensure effective delivery of outsourced work, products, or services.
- Identify partner strengths and areas for internal business improvement.
- Strategize with business leaders to prioritize initiatives that deliver optimal business value.
- Manage program/project resources and stakeholders to ensure projects meet business objectives and timelines.
- Document business processes according to HR, Legal, and Procurement standards.
- Drive opportunities for knowledge expansion and thought leadership within the financial and technology services industry.
Required Qualifications:
- Experience in Account Management or Digital Partnerships Management within enterprise-class organizations.
- Strong understanding of the banking domain, focusing on at least two business verticals.
- Ability to manage multiple program/project teams effectively.
- Knowledge in Technical Application Architecture, Security, compliance, and audit requirements.
- Relevant digital and technical skills in Business and Technology Management.
- Leadership qualities with strong strategic orientation, analytical thinking, and innovation.
- 5 to 8 years of relevant experience or IT-based university degree.
- Certifications such as Prince2, PMP, or ITIL are preferred.
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Language Requirements: Not specified.
