Senior Business Analyst Banking Domain SME (Emirati National)

Location: Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates (Hybrid Work-from-home & On-site at Client Locations)Employment Type: Full-TimeSalary Range: AED 30000 AED 45000/month (commensurate with experience and domain expertise)A prominent multi-national company is seeking a seasoned Emirati Business Analyst with over 12 years of specialized experience in wholesale or corporate banking lending. The ideal candidate may also bring deep expertise in Information Technology with a track record of successfully implementing Loan Origination Systems within banks or financial institutions. The role involves collaborating with leading banking clients in Abu Dhabi driving transformation projects that improve operational efficiencies, client experiences and compliance across lending products. This is a purpose-driven opportunity for those passionate about elevating the UAE's financial ecosystem.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for corporate and wholesale lending processesLead business analysis for digital transformation initiatives especially around loan originationCapture and translate business requirements into functional specifications and solution designsLiaise with client stakeholders to validate workflows, business rules, and system enhancementsCollaborate with IT and vendor teams during platform integration and implementation cyclesEnsure alignment with regulatory frameworks (e.g. UAE Central Bank IFRS 9)Provide support during user testing, training and post-go-live adoptionRequirementsUAE national with strong communication skills in English and Arabic preferredMinimum 12 years experience in banking operations, lending or financial IT projectsProven knowledge of commercial/corporate loan products and workflowsFamiliarity with platforms like Finastra, Temenos or custom-built origination solutionsStrong stakeholder management and client engagement skillsExperience working across cross-functional teams and agile delivery environmentsBenefitsHybrid work setup with flexibility to operate from home and client locationsStrategic projects that influence core banking modernization across the UAEOpportunity to contribute to national talent development and financial innovationProfessional growth pathways within a reputable transformation partner#J-18808-Ljbffr