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Banking & Financial Services recruitment
Impacting thousands of industry leaders & transforming careers with our expert finance headhunters
Whether you are looking for a permanent or contract job in the sector, the banking & finance headhunters at Robert Walters Middle East can help you find your perfect role. We recruit for a variety of financial institutions to help professionals secure new career opportunities.
We specialise in the recruitment of top investment management, operations, private equity, compliance, risk management and asset management professionals. The reputation of our business in financial services is second to none.
Robert Walters has helped thousands of industry specialists advance their careers. Our reputation as a market leading banking & financial services recruitment agency, paired with our long standing industry connections set us apart from other recruiters and make us the authority on the market.
The roles we specialise in
Meet your expert banking & financial service recruiters

Kayte Short
Banking & Financial Services, Middle East
Extensive experience of partnering with Banking and Financial Services businesses across extensive geographical markets on recruitment projects across back, middle and front office. I take great pride in delivering an excellent service to my clients and candidates and building great relationships, with a demonstrated track record.

Asad Jamil
Banking & Financial Services Middle East
Asad is a valuable asset to Robert Walters, where he holds a pivotal role in facilitating talent acquisition for Financial Services businesses across the Middle East. With his specialized expertise and commitment to delivering exceptional results, he significantly contributes to the organization's success and reinforces its position as a leading recruitment firm in the region.

Marina Brancato
Associate - Banking & Financial Services, Middle East
A professional specialized in management advisory roles, with a demonstrated track record in consulting and recruitment across several industry sectors.
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How does your agency source candidates for banking & finance positions in the Middle East?
As the leading finance recruitment agency in both the Middle East and globally, we employ a focused strategy that leverages up-to-the-minute market insights and our vast database of registered banking and finance candidates.
Our approach to sourcing encompasses various methods such as headhunting, database searches, job board advertisements, candidate referrals, networking events, and more. By conducting this comprehensive process, we are able to deliver the best banking and finance talent to our clients.
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What is your process for vetting and screening potential candidates?
Our thorough screening process ensures candidates looking for positions in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia and the Middle East are precisely matched with suitable opportunities.
Our recruitment consultants hold initial screening calls, then a detailed interview to assess their background, motivations and long-term career goals. To avoid unconscious bias, we anonymise CVs and focus on skills rather than background.
We also leverage testing platforms for tailored screening, which can include aptitude, behavioral, and technical tests.
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What are the advantages of working with our specialised banking & financial services recruiters in the Middle East?
We have a proven track record of successful placements in the banking and finance sector across a wide range of roles, from entry-level positions to executive leadership from the Middle East region and globally. Our extensive network of top talent, combined with our industry knowledge and recruitment expertise, has allowed us to meet the unique staffing needs of our clients time and again.
Feel free to get in touch to discuss more.
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Can Robert Walters provide advice on market trends and salary benchmarks in the Middle East?
Absolutely. We can provide the latest data and intel to ensure you make the right hiring decisions - supporting you in attracting and retaining the best talent in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
Request a copy of our free Salary Survey guide. which provides insights on banking and finance salaries and compensation trends across both the Middle East region and globally.
For a more bespoke overview, we offer a salary benchmarking service that provides accurate and unbiased data on salaries and benefits. Find out more here.