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Tahani Zarifa

Executive Director
24.3 yrs experienceBanking
Mar 2022

The move

MoveEmirates Investment Bank pjsc Lighthouse Canton
TitleExecutive Director
LocationDubai Dubai
Career arcRooted in UAE
Cross-border moveNo — same country
Years in UAE24.3
Total experience24.3 years

Career arc

  1. Executive DirectorMar 2022 — Present
    Lighthouse Canton· Dubai, United Arab Emirates· Full-time
  2. Executive DirectorJan 2020 — Apr 2020
    Emirates Investment Bank pjsc· Dubai, United Arab Emirates· Full-time
  3. Country Head - Elite BankingJun 2013 — Dec 2019
    Arab Bank· United Arab Emirates· Full-time
  4. Private Banking - DirecterJan 2011 — Jun 2013
    Emirates NBD· Dubai, United Arab Emirates· Full-time
  5. Area Manger - Priority Banking (Abu Dhabi & Al Ain )Mar 2009 — Jan 2011
    EmiratesNBD· United Arab Emirates
  6. Unit Head - (Priority Banking ) - Jumeirah BranchFeb 2008 — Mar 2009
    Emirates NBD· United Arab Emirates
  7. Senior Relationship Manger - Priority Banking ( Souq Br.)Jan 2005 — Jan 2008
    Emirates NBD· United Arab Emirates· Full-time
  8. Relationship Manager - Priority Banking ( Souq Br. )Jan 2000 — Jan 2005
    Emirates NBD· United Arab Emirates· Full-time

Education

Languages

  • English
  • Arabic

Top skills

Development PlanningStrategyRelationship DevelopmentRevenue RecognitionStrategic InitiativesDirector level

About

Proven track record with over 20 years’ experience in the banking industry in all areas across affluent banking and Private Banking. I have the expertise to manage and supervise the work of a team, coach & mentor junior/senior staff members. The capability to analyze clients' profiles, objectives, and preferences in order to develop tailored and effective financial services. During work experience, the main focus was on business development in all banking segments i.e. liabilities, assets, investments, SME credit, etc., ensuring delivery of service according to prescribed standards and complying with the policies and procedures of the organization. I conduct important customer interfaces especially with the largest and most complex accounts where multiple risks are common, as well as str

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