Shaikha Al Marri

Shaikha Al Marri was appointed Head of Global Banking Coverage for HSBC in the UAE in September 2024. As a core member of the HSBC UAE leadership team, she helps execute HSBC's growth strategy in the UAE, leveraging the bank's competitive strengths in capital markets, advisory and sustainable finance. She is the first Emirati woman to hold this leadership position in the global banking sector at HSBC Bank in the United Arab Emirates.

Al Marri holds a Master's in Finance from the University of Cambridge and a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Zayed University in 2006. Her focus areas include strengthening HSBC's position as the region's leading international investment bank, growing the UAE-Asia trade corridor, deepening coverage of Sovereign Wealth Funds, and supporting clients in the transition to net zero.

Career History

• Head of Global Banking Coverage in Dubai (2023-2024)
• Director of Global Banking Coverage in Dubai (2018-2023)
• Associate Director of Global Banking Coverage in Dubai (2014-2018)
• Auditor at the Financial Supervision Authority in Dubai (2010-2014)
• NASDAQ Dubai (2007)

Al Marri also trained at Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Rothschild, Emirates Airlines, and IBM Global Business Services. What Shaikha Al Marri could bring to Head of Global Banking Coverage at HSBC UAE: Over 17 years of progressive experience in global banking and investment banking across the MENAT region, combined with deep expertise in client relationship management and regional coverage strategies. Her appointment reflects HSBC's recognition of her ability to lead high-performing teams, execute complex advisory mandates, and drive growth with priority corporate and institutional clients, particularly in emerging areas like sustainable finance and sovereign wealth fund coverage.