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ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) said in a statement that it has exceeded its Emiratisation targets, and reiterated its commitment to the development of the national workforce.
The bank said it delivered strong Emiratisation outcomes in 2025, attracting 238 new Emirati professionals across the group and increasing its total UAE national workforce to 2,054 employees. ADCB said it also achieved and sustained a 100% Emiratisation rate in Al Ain, with the number of Emirati employees in the city exceeding 390 during the year.
According to the statement, Emirati representation within the bank’s Executive Management Committee reached 40%, while Emiratisation was established in 41% of critical roles across the organisation. During the year, 698 Emirati employees, representing 34% of the bank’s Emirati workforce, were promoted in recognition of performance and professional excellence, the bank said.
ADCB said Emirati talent is embedded across its core operations, including credit decision-making, noting that the participation of at least one Emirati approver in every credit transaction is a core operating requirement. This approach, the bank said, supports its governance framework, and the development of future Emirati leaders.
The bank said its Emiratisation efforts were recognised with the “Exceptional Efforts in Emiratisation – Diamond Category” award from the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis).
Commenting on the announcement, Ala’a Eraiqat, Group Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, said: “Emiratisation is a fundamental pillar of our long-term strategy and a key enabler of future-ready banking model led by national talent. Despite the achievements we have attained, our unwavering belief that more can be accomplished continues to drive us forward.
"We remain firmly committed to advancing at a pace that surpasses expectations. In 2026, we plan to recruit 500 Emirati citizens, including 220 talents in Al Ain, raising the total number of Emirati employees in the city to approximately 600 by year end.
"In parallel, we are continuing to relocate fully integrated operational roles to our Al Ain branches, in line with our expansion and development of local talent base. This reaffirms our commitment to the national Emiratisation agenda, and to [the development of] highly skilled Emirati professionals capable of driving the long-term advancement of the UAE banking sector.”
ADCB said it will continue to invest in capability building, skills development, and knowledge transfer to support sustainable Emiratisation outcomes aligned with national priorities.
