Chief Business Officer

Our client is seeking a Chief Business Officer (CBO) to join its Executive Leadership Team.Based in the UAE, the CBO will be responsible for driving the overall commercial strategy of a well-established banking institution, performance, and sustainable growth across all business segments and product lines. This is a high-impact role overseeing multiple revenue-generating divisions and distribution channels, with full accountability for strategic execution and P&L performance.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute the bank’s integrated business strategy across all segments and product lines.Drive profitable growth by identifying new market opportunities, partnerships, and innovative business models.Oversee performance and strategy across Corporate and SME banking, FI, Priority banking, Treasury, Branches, and Islamic Banking.Delivers sustainable revenue and margin growth, maintains disciplined risk and credit governance, and enhances customer experience and retention.Lead end-to-end product lifecycle management and drive product innovation through digital transformation and data-driven insights.Oversee and optimise relationship management teams, branch network strategy and strategic partnerships and alternative distribution models.Streamline processes to improve efficiency, reduce cost-to-income ratio, and enhance service delivery.Build and develop high-performing leadership teams and foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer-centricity.Requirements20+ years of progressive leadership experience within banking or financial services.Significant executive-level experience overseeing multiple business lines.Proven track record of leading multi-segment banking operations.Ability to translate vision into executable strategies with measurable outcomes.The ideal candidate is a commercially astute, forward-thinking banking leader who combines strategic vision with operational discipline.Strong commercial acumen and deep understanding of financial markets and banking dynamics.Strong P&L management experience with a focus on sustainable profitability.#J-18808-Ljbffr