Gulfbankers appoints new General Manager

"Duncan is a significant hire for Gulfbankers, particularly given the growth of the banking sector in the Gulf region," said Adel Al-Alawi Chief Executive Officer of Forum International. "His experience in the banking recruitment in the UK makes him a huge asset to our business regionally." he added.

' I am delighted to have joined Gulfbankers given its reputation as the leading executive search firm for the banking industry in the GCC countries' said Duncan .

Having over ten years recruitment experience within UK markets covering IT and Finance roles as well as senior corporate and private banking positions within the City and offshore domains. He began his career establishing successful teams with Badenoch & Clark before helping to create a market presence for new companies within the extremely competitive London market as well as in his native Liverpool area. His role with Gulfbankers consists of managing the 20 team of Consultants between Dubai and Bahrain offices , co-ordinating and assisting in further business development across the GCC region as well as senior level liaison and strategy planning.

A native British, he has BA hons in Economics from Manchester Metropolitan University.

Duncan has been appointed to succeed Ms. Habiba Bahrainwalla, the out going General Manager.