Investment Banking, Full-Time Analyst, Dubai, UAE 2027

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Citi’s Investment Banking Full-Time Analyst role in Dubai is designed for recent graduates or candidates with limited professional experience who want to support corporate finance and advisory transactions. Typical requirements include a bachelor’s degree, strong academic performance, analytical and quantitative ability, financial modelling knowledge, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fluency in English is expected, while Arabic or other regional languages may be advantageous. The analyst is expected to conduct company and industry research, prepare presentations and financial analyses, assist with valuation and transaction execution, and manage several deadlines accurately. The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, professionalism, integrity, and a willingness to work demanding hours in a fast-paced banking environment.

About the employer

Citi is a major global financial institution providing banking and financial services to corporations, governments, institutions, and individuals. Founded in 1812 and headquartered in New York, the company operates across numerous countries and serves clients through businesses including investment banking, markets, corporate banking, commercial banking, wealth management, payments, and treasury services. Citi’s presence in the Middle East supports regional and international clients with capital raising, mergers and acquisitions advice, transaction services, financing, risk management, and access to global markets. The Dubai office serves as an important hub for the United Arab Emirates and wider region. Citi generally offers employees exposure to complex cross-border transactions, international teams, structured training, and opportunities to build technical and relationship-management skills. Its investment banking analysts typically work with senior bankers and clients on research, valuation, presentations, and transaction execution.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island, but it is a highly international Gulf destination with strong opportunities in banking, finance, technology, consulting, logistics, tourism, healthcare, and construction. Dubai is the principal centre for global finance and offers a modern, multicultural lifestyle, excellent infrastructure, extensive dining and entertainment, and warm weather. Abu Dhabi provides major opportunities in government-related entities, energy, investment, and financial services. Islamic traditions are important, although workplaces and daily life are generally cosmopolitan. English is widely used in business. Most expatriates need employer-sponsored residence and work visas; employers commonly arrange permits, medical checks, and Emirates ID processing. Relocating candidates should budget for housing, health insurance, transport, and school fees if applicable. The UAE has no federal personal income tax on employment income, but living costs, especially rent in Dubai, can be high.