Job description

oin Barclays as a Private Banker within the Dubai-based Private Banking team, focusing on the Abu Dhabi market, to deliver bespoke banking and investment solutions to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients. Acting as a trusted advisor, the role provides bespoke banking services, lending, wealth structuring, and a world-class range of investment products across all asset classes. Responsibilities include managing and growing a portfolio by understanding client financial goals and risk appetite; serving as the primary point of contact; conducting regular portfolio reviews; becoming a subject matter expert for banking products, credit advice, investment knowledge, and complex client queries; delivering high-quality bespoke advice and negotiating optimal commercial outcomes; identifying and onboarding new clients via networking, referrals, and strategic partnerships; executing tailored strategies to attract and retain wealthy clients; attending client events and wealth management forums; advising on portfolio management, estate planning, succession, and offshore structuring; and keeping clients informed on market trends, economic updates, and investment opportunities. Candidates must demonstrate exceptional client servicing with HNW clients, experience controlling and monitoring risk within a client book, strong knowledge of global economic and political conditions and competitor activity, and understanding of investments, banking, and trust concepts (asset allocation on structured and managed portfolios, brokerage, deposit and loan solutions, basic trust and estate products, and wealth planning opportunities). Desirable capabilities include excellent knowledge of regulated credit agreements, investment advice, deposits, portfolio management services, and financial promotions, along with high aptitude for the digital landscape to meet evolving client needs.