Invest Bank appoints Ali Hamdan Sajwani as HR chief

Extensive regional experience

With over 25 years of experience in financial institutions across the region, Ali joins Invest Bank bringing deep insights into building strong corporate cultures, shaping high-impact leadership teams, and aligning HR strategy with organisational performance. His arrival comes at a pivotal moment as the bank continues its journey towards development, alignment, and future readiness, leveraging top talent.

Leadership perspective

Idris Al Rifai, CEO of Invest Bank, said: "We view talent as a strategic force capable of driving change and making a difference. Ali’s joining at this time reflects our commitment to redefining the employee experience and creating an environment that empowers everyone to perform, excel, and lead from their positions."

Proven career achievements

Ali Sajwani’s career includes achievements in localisation initiatives, cultural transformation, leadership development, and organisational restructuring, all grounded in an employee-first approach. During his tenure at Citibank, he helped shape workforce strategies responsive to evolving business needs while strengthening long-term leadership pathways. His approach is marked by clarity, collaboration, and a focus on tangible impact.

Part of a broader HR transformation

This appointment is part of a wider HR transformation at the bank, aimed at evolving the mindset and operational model to focus on enabling talent and positioning human capital as a core driver of institutional growth, without a formal change in title.

Strengthening internal capabilities

Ali Sajwani’s appointment is the latest in a series of executive moves designed to reinforce the bank’s foundations, enhance internal capabilities, and ensure the leadership team supports Investment Bank’s long-term vision.