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In the UAE, we opened our first branch in 1958 in Sharjah
In the UAE, we opened our first branch in 1958 in Sharjah, and for over 65 years, Standard Chartered has proudly been an integral part of the UAE’s landscape, serving customers and clients while supporting their growth and prosperity. Leveraging the UAE’s strategic position at the crossroads of major global trade routes, along with our extensive expertise and international network, we are uniquely positioned to connect the East and the West, facilitating opportunities and fostering economic development.
We are running all of our regional businesses from the UAE hub, along with some of our global business, such as the Islamic Banking arm, Standard Chartered Saadiq.
Our offices are strategically located at the heart of Dubai’s financial district (Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Downtown Dubai) and in Abu Dhabi Global Markets (ADGM), and our branches can be found in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Al Ain.
Career growth
We’re an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 160 years, we’ve worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities and each other. And we’re on a journey to innovate and transform, with the employee experience at the heart of our evolution. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better.
Why join our team?
We offer flexible working arrangements, and our offices are based in the heart of each city’s financial district. You’ll join a truly diverse team of over 1400 colleagues representing 70 nationalities.
Our diverse client portfolio will offer you the opportunity to develop your skills and experience in a truly global organisation. Our teams are friendly, collaborative and embody our Valued Behaviour of Better Together.
Giving back
We aim to give something back to the communities we operate in. One of the ways we do it is by partnering up with inspirational people, projects, and events.
Women in Tech
Our Women in Tech accelerator programme offers women entrepreneurs a unique platform to unleash their potential, overcome barriers, and accelerate their business venture. This programme in the UAE has been introduced in 2019 and has already accelerated 37 female-owned tech businesses.
Employee Volunteering
Employee Volunteering is a very rewarding experience, every colleague is offered three days of volunteering leave each year allowing them to support their local community, build relationships with colleagues and learn new skills.
“At Standard Chartered, our purpose is to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity. What sets us apart is our rich blend of people, cultures, and our unique footprint, which connects emerging and high-growth markets with established economies, channelling capital to where it’s needed the most.
We’re building a bank for the new economy—one that is inclusive, collaborative, and innovative. Committed to UAE’s economic growth and development, we leverage our global network and expertise to positively impact our clients and support the UAE’s growth agenda. By fostering a future-ready workforce and an exceptional employee experience, grounded in good conduct and our valued behaviours, we create a great place to work and inspire our employees to make a difference in the markets we call home.”
Rola Abu Manneh, CEO, UAE, Middle East & Pakistan
Employee stories
Meet our team
Seeing through adversity
Ayesha initially struggled with confidence because of her ‘lazy eye’ syndrome, but has gone on to become a powerful voice promoting change and diversity
Being part of the family
Leena tells us why she enjoys working at Standard Chartered so much
My life in the UAE
Majid Al Mutawaa is a passionate and enthusiastic UAE National who joined the Bank in 2013, he tells us what it’s like to work at Standard Chartered