The Emiratisation rate has reached 38% of its total workforce

Abu Dhabi Commercial Group appoints 477 citizens during 2021

The Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Group announced the strengthening of its Emirati cadres, with the appointment of 477 Emirati citizens during 2021, as part of the bank’s strategy towards Emiratisation, and in line with the leadership’s vision to support Emiratisation efforts in all economic sectors, especially in terms of enhancing the representation of young talents in work teams.

Emiratisation rate

The bank said in a press statement that the total number of Emiratis working for the group reached 1,854 male and female citizens, equivalent to approximately 18% of the total national cadres working in the banking sector in the UAE, and the Emiratisation percentage of the group increased to 38% of the total workforce. While the Emiratisation rate in Al Hilal Bank of the group reached 51%, which is estimated as the highest percentage of Emiratisation at the level of the banking sector in the UAE.

He explained that national competencies constitute 30% of the senior leadership positions at the group level, pointing out that Emirati women competencies have a strong presence in the group, and occupy approximately 50% of the national cadres in senior and middle management positions at the group level.

professional development

Regarding the provision of professional development opportunities for graduates, the bank stated that 95% of those appointed in 2021 hold university degrees or above, and about 75% of those appointed in 2021, making the bank the first job destination for them.

The group confirmed that many training, education and development programs for Emirati citizens have been launched, as more than 105,000 hours of training have been completed during 2021, pointing out that it aims to achieve 150,000 hours of training in 2022.

Emirati competencies

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Group CEO, Alaa Erekat, said that while the group continues to attract and attract Emirati talents to its ranks and achieve outstanding rates of Emiratisation, it affirms its commitment to continuing this path and making the necessary efforts to enhance its role in achieving the vision set by the country's leadership.

He continued: "Emiratization initiatives are a cornerstone of the country's development process and building a sustainable future for its people, and in cooperation with strategic partners, such as Mubadala Investment Company, the Abu Dhabi Human Resources Authority, Abu Dhabi Global Market, and under the directives of the country's Central Bank, we constantly strive to support these efforts. And contribute to accelerating it to build a capable generation that possesses the expertise and competencies that befit the position of the UAE.”

He added: “Based on our firm responsibility as a national banking institution closely linked to our local community, we will continue our focus on developing our Emirati competencies, investing in promising talent, and providing opportunities for development and growth for them so that they can contribute to the future of the banking industry in the country.” Attracting, and maintaining citizenship competencies, which are at the heart of the group's strategy.

He said, "We are proud that 42% of the total national workforce in the Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank group started their career in the group, and continued until today, as their preferred employer."

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