Case Studies

Fostering Transformation with Skilled HR Business Partners in a UAE Bank

Abu Dhabi

Senior Vice President

Context

The successful recruitment of multiple Senior Vice President (SVP) level HR Business Partners for a UAE-headquartered bank undergoing a transformation within its People function.

Methodology

Oakleaf Executive conducted a targeted search process, focusing on candidates from banking and retail/consumer-based organisations, with a specific emphasis on those who had experienced similar transformations. Candidates were sourced from both international and regional talent pools.

Results

Two SVP-level HR Business Partners were successfully appointed – one from a Dubai-based retail organisation and the other from an Asian bank. These professionals brought their expertise to support the bank’s infrastructure and revenue-generating client groups during the transformation, ensuring the organisation’s continued growth and success.