Senior Relationship Manager - Education Sector Banking
Posted date [2026-03-27]
(ID: 43121)
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Job Snapshot
* Role: Senior Relationship Manager Corporate Banking
* Location: Abu Dhabi UAE
* Industry: Banking
* Experience: 8-10 years
* Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Senior Relationship Manager - Education Sector Banking in Abu Dhabi UAE within the Banking industry is a high-impact hiring opportunity for experienced professionals managing strategic client portfolios in the education segment. This role focuses on driving revenue growth, strengthening corporate banking relationships, and delivering tailored financial solutions to institutional clients.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking
Function: Banking-Mortgage Professionals
Salary: 25000-35000
(Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Abu Dhabi; please confirm the final offer with the employer.)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Senior Relationship Manager plays a critical role in expanding and managing a portfolio of education sector clients while ensuring strong credit quality and long-term business sustainability. This position contributes directly to revenue generation, strategic growth, and cross-functional collaboration across the bank.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and grow relationships with key clients in the education sector, ensuring long-term engagement and portfolio expansion
* Identify new business opportunities and secure corporate clients across banking products and financial services
* Conduct financial and market analysis to assess opportunities, risks, and client performance
* Prepare transaction documentation including term sheets, mandate letters, and information memoranda
* Evaluate credit, operational, and market risks in collaboration with internal teams
* Lead negotiations, structure deals, and finalize financial transactions
* Maintain high portfolio credit quality and ensure compliance with internal standards
* Achieve individual and team financial targets through proactive business development
* Drive cross-selling initiatives across multiple banking products
* Ensure account plans are developed, maintained, and aligned with client strategies
* Oversee KYC, compliance, and audit requirements to meet regulatory standards
* Support daily client operations including documentation, communication, and account management
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or a related discipline
* MBA or postgraduate qualification preferred
* 8-10 years of experience in corporate or investment banking
* Strong experience working with education sector clients or institutional portfolios
* In-depth knowledge of wholesale banking products and financial structuring
* Proven ability to manage large portfolios and achieve revenue targets
* Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to perform effectively under pressure and tight deadlines
Skills Set
* Corporate and wholesale banking expertise
* Financial modelling and data analysis
* Credit risk assessment and portfolio management
* Banking systems and CRM platforms
* FOREX and treasury product knowledge
* Strong communication and presentation skills
Why Join Us
* Work with one of the most stable and recognized banking institutions globally
* Manage high-value institutional clients within a specialized sector
* Opportunity to lead strategic deals and complex financial transactions
* Strong career progression in a structured corporate banking environment
* Competitive compensation aligned with senior-level roles
About the Company
First Abu Dhabi Bank is the UAE’s largest financial institution, known for its strength, stability, and innovation in banking services. With a strong regional and international presence, FAB delivers comprehensive financial solutions to corporate and institutional clients while supporting economic development across key sectors.
