Abdulrahman Al-Saddah

Abdulrahman Al-Saddah was appointed Chief Risk Officer of Gulf Bank in January 2025, following approval from the Central Bank of Kuwait. He brings over two decades of experience in the banking sector, including 15 years in Corporate Banking. Throughout his career, he has developed robust expertise in Credit Management, Debt Restructuring, and Corporate Financing.

Al-Saddah holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Kuwait University and has completed advanced certifications in Leadership Development and Strategic Management from Harvard Business School. In his professional leadership, he has focused on risk mitigation and regulatory compliance across banking operations.

Career history

• Chief Risk Officer at Gulf Bank (January 2025–present)
• Acting Chief Risk Officer at Gulf Bank (August 2023–January 2025)
• Deputy General Manager, Risk Management Group at Gulf Bank (2020)
• Deputy General Manager of Corporate Banking at Gulf Bank
• Head of Structured Workout & Remedial at Gulf Bank

Notable achievements and industry focus

Al-Saddah has demonstrated strategic leadership in digital transformation and cybersecurity initiatives. As Chief Risk Officer, he championed Gulf Bank's partnership with CrowdStrike, focusing on elevating cybersecurity awareness, nurturing local talent, and equipping SMEs with tools to counter cyber threats. He also previously served as a Board Member at KFIC, contributing to strategic oversight and advising on investment decisions.

What Al-Saddah could bring to Gulf Bank as Chief Risk Officer

Al-Saddah's appointment as Chief Risk Officer positions him to strengthen Gulf Bank's risk management framework through his extensive background in credit management and debt restructuring. His hands-on experience leading high-profile financial transactions and his focus on emerging digital risks—particularly cybersecurity—signal a commitment to safeguarding the bank against evolving operational and cyber threats. His national talent development focus aligns with Gulf Bank's strategic vision to nurture Kuwaiti leadership in the financial sector.