Al Hilal Bank, part of the ADCB Group, has appointed Jamal Al Awadhi as its new Chief Executive Officer. His appointment marks a significant step in the bank’s ambitious growth plans and its commitment to strengthening its position as the UAE’s leading Shariah-compliant digital bank.
Al Awadhi, a seasoned UAE national with over 20 years of leadership experience, has held senior roles across various sectors such as financial services, media, IT, and aviation. Prior to his appointment as Deputy CEO of Al Hilal Bank in May 2024, he was the Chief Operating Officer at Wio Bank and the CEO of Abu Dhabi Media.
Ala’a Eraiqat, Chairman of Al Hilal Bank and Group CEO of ADCB, expressed his enthusiasm for Al Awadhi’s appointment, noting, “I am pleased to welcome Jamal as CEO of Al Hilal Bank during a period of bold innovation in the digital banking sector. His vision and leadership are essential for the success of our digital-first strategy and will help us exceed customer expectations while accelerating growth in Shariah-compliant financial services.”
He also thanked Abdul Shakeel Aidaroos for his significant contributions to ADCB Group over the past 30 years and wished him well in his future endeavours.
Al Hilal Bank’s digital-first approach is reshaping its customer experience. Since ADCB’s acquisition of the bank in 2019, Al Hilal has seen substantial growth in its customer base. With a clear strategy focusing on technology, data, and analytics, the bank aims to enhance its products, offer personalised services, and improve customer service channels. Through continuous investment in emerging technologies and a culture of innovation, Al Hilal Bank aims to set new benchmarks for Digital Islamic banking in the UAE.