Executive Vice President - Head of Strategy, Planning & Applied AI
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**Job Description** **What You’ll Be Doing:** * Define and drive Business Banking strategy across all portfolios and customer segments * Lead annual and multi-year business planning, performance management, and cost optimisation * Translate strategic priorities into actionable execution plans across products, segments, and distribution * Drive portfolio and segment optimisation using data, analytics, and market insights * Build and manage strategic digital partnerships acros
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What You’ll Be Doing
- Define and drive Business Banking strategy across all portfolios and customer segments
- Lead annual and multi-year business planning, performance management, and cost optimisation
- Translate strategic priorities into actionable execution plans across products, segments, and distribution
- Drive portfolio and segment optimisation using data, analytics, and market insights
- Build and manage strategic digital partnerships across FinTech and ecosystem platforms
- Lead the adoption of applied AI use cases, including predictive analytics and SME advisory capabilities
- Partner with technology and risk teams to strengthen AI-led fraud prevention and cybersecurity capabilities
- Oversee and govern large-scale transformation programmes to ensure execution discipline and measurable outcomes
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on growth, productivity, and transformation priorities
- Lead and develop a high-performing strategy, analytics, and planning team
What We’re Looking For
- 20+ years of experience in banking, financial services, consulting and/or FinTech
- Strong background in strategy, planning, or transformation at a senior leadership level
- Deep understanding of Business Banking segments, products, and market dynamics (UAE/GCC)
- Proven track record in driving business growth, portfolio optimisation, and transformation initiatives
- Experience with digital banking, digital partnerships, and platform-based business models
- Strong analytical and commercial acumen with the ability to translate insights into action
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills at executive level
Technical / Functional
- Enterprise strategy and portfolio management
- Business Banking economics and segmentation
- Advanced analytics and applied AI
- Digital banking and FinTech ecosystem knowledge
- Financial performance management
Behavioral
- Strategic thinking and commercial acumen
- Strong executive presence and influencing capability
- Results-driven with strong execution discipline
- Change leadership and innovation mindset
What You’ll Gain
- Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
- Medical coverage for you and your family
- Comprehensive life insurance
- Exposure to high-impact strategic projects
- Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
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