Al Hilal Bank Names Jamal Al Awadhi as CEO to Drive Digital Islamic Banking Leadership
Al Hilal Bank, a subsidiary of ADCB Group, has announced the appointment of Jamal Al Awadhi as its new Chief Executive Officer. This move is part of the Bank's commitment to strengthening its position as the UAE's leading Shariah-compliant digital bank and driving growth through innovation.
Visionary Leadership for Digital Growth
Jamal Al Awadhi, a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience across financial services, media, IT, and aviation, previously served as Deputy CEO of Al Hilal Bank since May 2024. His career includes prominent roles as Chief Operating Officer at Wio Bank and Chief Executive Officer at Abu Dhabi Media.
Ala’a Eraiqat, Chairman of Al Hilal Bank and Group CEO of ADCB, stated:
"Jamal’s appointment comes at an exciting time as Al Hilal Bank advances its digital-first strategy. His leadership will be instrumental in exceeding customer expectations and accelerating growth in Shariah-compliant financial services. We also extend our gratitude to Abdul Shakeel Aidaroos for his remarkable contributions to the ADCB Group over the past three decades."
Pioneering Digital Islamic Banking
Since its acquisition by ADCB in 2019, Al Hilal Bank has made significant strides in growing its customer base and enhancing its digital capabilities. The Bank’s strategic roadmap emphasizes leveraging technology, data, and analytics to personalize products and improve customer service channels.
By continuously investing in emerging technologies and fostering a culture of innovation, Al Hilal Bank aims to set new benchmarks in digital Islamic banking, transforming the customer experience and reinforcing its position as a market leader.
