Chief International Banking Officer

Job description / Role

A well established bank in Qatar is seeking for a Chief International Banking Officer to achieve the bank's overall responsible for the bank's strategic and business development plans for the International Banking business. This role reports directly to a Group CEO.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Responsible for the formulation of the bank's strategic and business development plans for the International Banking business and subsequently implement the approved strategy/ plan to facilitate business and the achievement of related short and long term business goals in the most effective and efficient manner.
* Responsible for expanding the Bank's reach in foreign markets through the introduction of traditional and innovative customer-focused and industry-focused products and solutions backed by seamless customer service, with the ultimate objective of creating long-term relationships with International Banking customers.
* Responsible for managing the development and subsequent implementation of International Banking leading practices across all activities/ operations comprising International Banking to promote efficiency in work processes, ultimately resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
* Ensure provision of value added International Banking products to the existing/ potential retail clientele and constantly meeting/ exceeding their service expectations.
* Oversee the roll-out of International Banking products and services by the respective International Banking functions to ensure achievement of pre-set targets/ objectives, including but not limited to business growth and expansion plans.

Requirements

Minimum Experience and & Qualifications:

* At least 18-20 years of relevant experience covering International Operations in the banking industry
* University degree in Business Administration with specialization in Banking and Finance, and / or Sales and Marketing from a recognized university. MBA/ MSc/ MA is a plus.
* Professional Certification such as CPA/ CA/ CFA/ CMA and/or equivalent in years of experience is preferable.

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