Al Hilal Bank Appoints Jamal Al Awadhi as their new CEO
To drive growth and lead innovation in digital Islamic banking, leveraging his extensive experience in the financial and digital sectors.
Al Hilal Bank, a subsidiary of the ADCB Group, has named Jamal Al Awadhi as its new Chief Executive Officer. This strategic appointment underscores the bank's commitment to accelerating its growth and solidifying its reputation as the UAE's leading Shariah-compliant digital bank.
Leadership with a Wealth of Experience
Jamal Al Awadhi, a distinguished Emirati professional, brings over two decades of senior leadership expertise spanning various sectors, including financial services, media, information technology, and aviation. Prior to his role as Deputy CEO at Al Hilal Bank in May 2024, Al Awadhi served as Chief Operating Officer at Wio Bank and Chief Executive Officer at Abu Dhabi Media. His extensive experience positions him well to lead Al Hilal Bank through its next phase of growth.
Ala'a Eraiqat, Chairman of Al Hilal Bank and Group CEO of ADCB, commented: “I am delighted to welcome Jamal to his new role as CEO of Al Hilal Bank at a time when the Bank is taking bold innovative strides in the digital banking industry. His vision and leadership will be critical to the success of the Bank’s digital-first strategy and will ensure we are able to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations and deliver an accelerated pace of growth in Shariah-compliant financial services.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank Abdul Shakeel Aidaroos for his distinguished contributions to the ADCB Group over the past three decades and we wish him all the best in his future endeavours.”
Pioneering Digital Transformation
With a digital-first philosophy, Al Hilal Bank is revolutionizing its customer experience through advanced technology and innovation. Since its acquisition by ADCB in 2019, the bank has significantly expanded its customer base. Its growth strategy is anchored in leveraging technology, data, and analytics to enhance products, offer personalized services, and improve customer service channels.
Setting New Standards in Digital Islamic Banking
Al Hilal Bank’s continuous investment in cutting-edge technology and its culture of innovation aim to redefine the standards of Digital Islamic banking in the UAE. By embracing emerging technologies and prioritizing customer-centric solutions, the bank is positioned to lead the industry and cater to the evolving needs of its clientele.
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