Management Trainee Program – UAE Nationals – First Abu Dhabi Bank – Abu Dhabi, UAE
Position Overview
The Management Trainee Program at First Abu Dhabi Bank in Abu Dhabi is a structured leadership development initiative designed to prepare high-potential UAE Nationals for future middle management roles, progressing toward AVP and Director levels through a comprehensive learning and rotation journey.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking
Function: Training and Development
Salary: 12000–16000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: UAE Nationals
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
* Participate in a structured 18 to 24 month development journey combining learning, rotations, and project delivery
* Complete leadership and management training aligned to international certification standards
* Contribute to critical strategic projects and deliver outcomes through a capstone initiative
* Rotate across functions to gain cross-functional exposure and business understanding
* Engage in mentoring and shadowing with senior leaders and managers
* Participate in quarterly performance reviews and development planning
* Support business units during rotations with analysis, execution, and reporting
* Present project outcomes and insights to senior management and leadership forums
Ideal Profile
* UAE National with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business or a related discipline
* High potential graduate or early-career professional with strong motivation to grow into leadership roles
* Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
* Willingness to learn, adapt, and perform in a dynamic banking environment
* Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and functions
* Openness to international exposure and secondment opportunities
Why Join Us
* Competitive entry-level compensation aligned to Grade C
* Executive mentorship and access to leadership forums
* Sponsored globally recognized professional certifications
* Opportunities for international mobility and secondments
* Exposure to high-impact projects with visibility to senior management
* Clear pathway toward AVP and Director level roles
About the Company
First Abu Dhabi Bank is the largest financial institution in the UAE and one of the world’s safest banks. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, FAB is committed to developing national talent through structured programs, global exposure, and continuous learning, enabling future leaders to drive innovation, growth, and sustainable value across the banking sector.



