First Abu Dhabi Bank Appoints Ahmed Shahin as AVP of Wholesale & Investment Banking Credit Risk in KSA
Hamdy Abdelrashid
Seasoned banking executive Ahmed Shahin has officially joined First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, stepping into the role of Assistant Vice President (AVP) – Wholesale & Investment Banking Credit Risk.
This strategic appointment comes amid accelerated momentum within the Saudi banking sector. Regional and international financial institutions are increasingly competing to attract specialized corporate talent—particularly in risk management and credit operations—to anchor expansion blueprints for corporate financing and mega-project funding across the Kingdom.
Shahin highlighted that the Saudi financial landscape is undergoing a phase of hyper-accelerated growth and structural transformation. He noted that this dynamic evolution requires continuously sharpening credit analysis tools and developing sophisticated risk management frameworks that align with the Kingdom’s macroeconomic and investment trajectory.
He expressed his enthusiasm for collaborating with FAB’s diverse risk management and banking divisions, aiming to deliver highly efficient, flexible, and tailored financing and investment solutions to corporate and institutional clients within the Saudi market.
In tier-one banking institutions, the wholesale credit risk division serves as a critical pillar for safe credit expansion, especially given the surging demand for structured financing directed toward strategic infrastructure and mega-development projects. Consequently, continuously upgrading credit policies and risk parameters remains essential to safeguard financial stability and sustain long-term institutional growth.