National Bank Solidifies Its Leadership in Attracting National Talent

- Emad Al-Abdullah:

- Our participation in job fairs reflects our role as an active partner in supporting the national economy.

- We have succeeded in building a strong employer brand that has cemented the Bank’s position as one of the most attractive employers for national talent.

- Ghadeer Al-Kohji:

- We equip new graduates with the skills required by the job market and help them shape their professional futures.

- The work culture at NBK makes it a preferred destination for passionate and ambitious individuals.

National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) concluded its participation in “Wazifati 2026,” Kuwait’s largest private-sector job fair, held from October 15 to 17 at the Arena Hall. The event featured participation from numerous institutions, companies, and prominent brands.

Through its participation, the Bank reaffirmed its commitment to supporting national talent and attracting young professionals, in line with its strategy of investing in human capital and reinforcing its status as one of the most attractive employers for Kuwaitis seeking promising career opportunities and sustainable professional paths.

The Bank’s booth at the fair witnessed widespread visitor interest. The Group’s Human Resources team received a large number of graduates and job seekers, providing them with career guidance and information about available job opportunities and career paths within the Bank. The team also answered various inquiries related to working in the banking sector and the requirements for professional development.

Furthermore, the Bank enabled interested candidates to submit job applications for available positions across various departments and sectors. This step reflects the Bank’s keenness to attract the best national talent and empower them to build successful careers within a world-class work environment.

The fair served as an effective platform for direct engagement with job seekers and for showcasing the diverse career opportunities and professional paths offered by the Bank. It also allowed the Human Resources team to closely observe the aspirations and career orientations of new graduates, as well as to identify their skills. These insights provide valuable support for the Bank’s future plans to attract and develop national cadres.

On this occasion, Emad Al-Abdullah, Head of Human Resources at the NBK Group, said: “Our participation in ‘Wazifati’ reflects the Bank’s ongoing commitment to its role as an active partner in supporting Kuwait’s economic and human development. We achieve this by attracting young national talent and providing high-quality career opportunities that enable them to build promising professional futures in the banking sector. We view human capital development as a long-term investment that contributes to preparing qualified national cadres equipped with the necessary skills and expertise to lead the future of the financial sector and actively contribute to achieving the goals of Kuwait Vision 2035.”

Al-Abdullah added: “Attracting and developing national talent is one of the main pillars of our Human Resources strategy. We strive to provide a work environment that enables employees to build sustainable career paths and offers them genuine opportunities for long-term growth and advancement.”

He continued: “Our strategy does not stop at attracting talent; it extends to investing in their development and qualification through specialized training and professional programs. These initiatives help prepare cadres capable of keeping pace with the rapid transformations occurring in the banking sector.”

Al-Abdullah noted that NBK has succeeded over the past years in building a strong employer brand, making it one of the most attractive employers for national talent. This success is attributed to the professional development opportunities and clear career paths it provides, which enable employees to achieve their ambitions and progress toward leadership positions.

Al-Abdali affirmed that the bank continues to develop a work environment based on innovation, diversity, and equal opportunity, contributing to enhanced job satisfaction, the retention of national talent, and the attraction of more Kuwaiti professionals. He emphasized that human capital will remain the primary driver of the bank’s success and sustainable growth.

In line with its ongoing efforts to localize jobs in accordance with the requirements of the Central Bank of Kuwait and to strengthen the presence of Kuwaitis in the private sector, the bank’s Kuwaitization rate exceeded 77.4% by the end of 2025. Women accounted for 42.4% of the total workforce, while their representation in managerial positions reached 27.2%, reflecting the bank’s firm commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

The bank’s efforts to attract national talent were also reflected in its recruitment results over the past year, during which it received more than 9,000 resumes. These recruitment efforts resulted in the hiring of 306 new employees, the majority of whom were qualified Kuwaiti nationals.

On her part, Ghadeer Al-Kohji, First Vice President and Director of Talent Acquisition at National Bank of Kuwait’s Human Resources Department, stated: “The career fair provided an important opportunity for direct engagement with a large number of promising Kuwaiti talents. We observed growing interest among Kuwaiti youth in learning about the professional opportunities offered by the banking sector and the diverse career paths available at the bank.”

Al-Kohji added: “Throughout the duration of the fair, the human resources team was keen on providing career guidance to visitors and answering their inquiries, helping them better understand labor market requirements and make clearer decisions regarding their professional futures.”

She noted that the fair allowed the talent acquisition team to directly observe the aspirations of job seekers and the fields of study that interest them, which contributes to refining recruitment strategies and attracting talent in alignment with the bank’s future needs.

Al-Kohji emphasized that National Bank of Kuwait boasts a unique and ideal work culture encapsulated by the slogan “More Than Just a Workplace,” which is fundamentally built on supporting employees and caring for their physical and mental well-being. Therefore, the bank serves as an ideal destination for passionate and ambitious individuals seeking to build a promising career and achieve professional success.

Consistent with its continuous commitment to supporting a healthy work environment, the bank provides a gym equipped with the latest fitness equipment and various recreational facilities. The bank’s building also houses a medical clinic managed by Warah Hospital, which offers medical examinations, laboratory tests, and consultations with specialist doctors. Additionally, the bank regularly organizes educational seminars with physicians to raise employee awareness on various topics, including physical and mental health.

National Bank of Kuwait’s efforts to attract national talent align with its development and training plans aimed at investing in Kuwaiti human resources and nurturing a promising generation of banking professionals. The bank is also committed to offering a series of professional training courses and academic programs, as it is among the pioneering banking institutions in Kuwait that have adopted youth training initiatives.