Head of Financial Institutions and Strategic Partnerships - GCC
Relocation to GCC required.
We are looking for a seasoned banking leader to oversee and expand our client’s Financial Institutions business. This senior role will be instrumental in shaping and strengthening the Bank’s global banking footprint, managing institutional partnerships, driving funding strategies, and supporting cross-border business development.
The role requires close engagement with executive leadership to design and implement strategic initiatives, deepen relationships with regional and international financial institutions, and identify new opportunities across trade, treasury, and capital markets, while maintaining the highest standards of governance and regulatory compliance.
Core Responsibilities
Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Financial Institutions function, including Correspondent Banking and international relationship management.
Partner with executive management to define and execute business growth strategies aligned with the Bank’s international objectives.
Cultivate and strengthen relationships with domestic and overseas banks, multilateral institutions, regulatory bodies, and other strategic partners.
Expand revenue opportunities across correspondent banking, trade finance, liquidity management, treasury limits, and institutional funding.
Manage and optimize the Bank’s correspondent banking portfolio, including account structures and settlement arrangements across key markets.
Broaden the institution’s international banking network to enhance market access, support client activity, and diversify funding channels.
Assess macroeconomic developments, market shifts, and regulatory updates to identify strategic opportunities and manage potential risks.
Ensure all activities adhere to internal governance frameworks, regulatory obligations, and financial crime compliance requirements, including AML and KYC standards.
Work collaboratively with Treasury, Credit, Risk, and Corporate Banking teams to deliver integrated solutions and unlock cross-functional business opportunities.
Drive team performance by mentoring, developing, and empowering talent while ensuring commercial and operational targets are achieved.
Deliver periodic management reporting, business analytics, performance insights, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Act as the Bank’s representative at key industry forums, institutional meetings, and regional/international banking events.
Candidate Profile
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Extensive banking experience (typically 15+ years), with significant exposure to Financial Institutions, International Banking, Syndications, Structured Finance, or Correspondent Banking.
Strong understanding of global banking networks, institutional funding mechanisms, and syndicated lending structures.
Demonstrated track record in building and managing high-value relationships with international banks and financial counterparties.
Solid expertise in credit evaluation, financial analysis, risk frameworks, and regulatory compliance.
Commercially driven with strong business origination, negotiation, and stakeholder management capabilities.
Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage high-performing teams and complex institutional portfolios.
Strong communication, presentation, and strategic reporting skills.
Fluency in English is essential; additional regional language capability is considered advantageous.
Send your updated CV to talent@prestburyinternational.com