Senior Officer - Wealth and Investment Specialist

Overview

***What You’ll Be Doing:***

• Own the end-to-end operational governance of Wealth & Investment products including equities, mutual funds, bonds, structured products, and bancassurance.
• Manage investment and insurance product setup and admin terminal configurations to ensure data accuracy and system integrity.
• Oversee the complete transaction and trade lifecycle, ensuring timely and accurate processing in line with market cut-offs and SLAs.
• Perform and review daily reconciliations across cash, income, units/holdings, and premiums.
• Proactively identify, investigate, and resolve exceptions and reconciliation breaks, with strong ageing and escalation controls.
• Act as the key operations liaison with brokers, asset managers, custodians, and insurance partners, monitoring service delivery and performance.
• Maintain a strong risk and control environment, including maker-checker controls and audit-ready documentation.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with SCA, CBUAE, and Insurance Authority requirements and internal policies.
• Prepare and deliver accurate MIS and operational reports for management and key stakeholders.
• Partner closely with Wealth Front Office, Product, Finance, Risk, Compliance, and IT to support smooth operations.
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies to enhance accuracy and customer experience.
• Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members, promoting ownership, teamwork, and operational excellence.

***What We’re Looking For:***

• Minimum 5 -7years of banking experience in wealth / investment operations, brokerage operations, securities back office, retail investment products, or bancassurance within banking or financial services. Operates with minimum supervision and takes accountability for end-to-end delivery.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. Advanced certifications in equities, capital markets, investments, insurance, or operational risk are preferred.
• Knowledge on AI and Automation tools
• **Languages:**
• English (essential); Arabic (preferred).

***What You Should Have:***

• Strong Wealth Operations Expertise – solid understanding of investment products including equities, mutual funds, structured products, fixed income, and bancassurance, along with end-to-end trade lifecycle processes.
• Reconciliation & Control Focus – proven ability to manage cash, income, and holdings reconciliations, with strong skills in identifying, investigating, and resolving breaks within defined timelines.
• Product & System Knowledge – experience in product setup, admin terminal configurations (fees, commissions, VAT, segmentation), and familiarity with banking and investment platforms.
• Risk & Compliance Awareness – working knowledge of operational risk frameworks, maker-checker controls, and regulatory requirements (SCA, CBUAE, Insurance Authority).
• Data Analysis & Reporting – strong analytical mindset with proficiency in Excel, MIS preparation, and performance tracking to support decision-making.
• Stakeholder & Communication Skills – ability to effectively collaborate with brokers, asset managers, insurers, and internal teams with clear and professional communication.
• Ownership, Attention to Detail & Problem Solving – high accuracy in execution, proactive issue resolution, and a strong sense of accountability to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

***What’s In It For You:***

• Competitive, performance-linked compensation.
• Medical coverage for you and your family.
• Comprehensive life insurance.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture.
• Career development and fast-track growth opportunities.
• Mentorship from industry experts.