Private Banker - Middle East and North Africa

About the role

We are seeking an Ultra‑High‑Net‑Worth Private Banker to join our growing Private Banking team in London. The role focuses on serving clients across the Middle East and North Africa, providing bespoke banking, lending and wealth‑structuring solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of UHNW clients, understanding their financial goals and risk appetite.
• Act as the primary point of contact, delivering exceptional service and tailored financial advice.
• Conduct regular reviews of investment and financial portfolios and provide expert guidance on banking products, credit, and complex queries.
• Identify, onboard and develop new client relationships through networking, referrals and strategic partnerships.
• Represent the bank at client events, wealth‑management forums and high‑profile gatherings in London.
• Advise on portfolio management, estate planning, succession and offshore structuring where appropriate.
• Keep clients informed of market trends, economic updates and investment opportunities.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Private Banker with a client base of at least £20 million in investable assets within the Middle East market.
• Strong client‑service and relationship‑management capabilities with UHNW individuals.
• Experience in risk monitoring and control within a client book.
• Level 4 RDR qualification or equivalent.
• Deep understanding of global economic, political conditions and their impact on clients.

Required skills

• Knowledge of investment, banking and trust concepts including asset allocation, managed portfolios, brokerage accounts, deposit and loan solutions, and basic trust and estate products.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing regulatory and technological environment.