Doha, 13th of September 2025 – The Open Recruitment Day organised by QNB Group, in collaboration with the Ministry of Labor, witnessed a large turnout of Qatari national graduates and talents seeking careers in the banking sector, supporting job nationalization plan within Qatar National Vision 2030 for sustainable economic growth.
This initiative, which was attended by QNB Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Abdulla Mubarak Al-Khalifa and representatives from Ministry of Labor, is part of QNB’s ongoing programs, in cooperation with the Ministry of Labor, to implement this plan in line with the Third National Development Strategy aimed at empowering citizens to increasingly participate in the labour market, providing them with unique job opportunities in the financial sector.
Mr. Abdullah Nasser Al Khalifa, Senior Executive Vice President - Group Human Capital in QNB Group said: “The significant participation in the event clearly reflets Qatari youth's confidence in QNB as an employer of choice, on the one hand, and our commitment to engage more local talent across various roles, on the other hand. This initiative aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030 which places great emphasis on investing in our youth to support Qatar’s sustainable development.”
“Our strong partnership with the Ministry of Labor demonstrates the success of the bank's nationalization strategy, strengthening the role of local talent in the sector and developing the next generation of leaders, while ensuring diversity and equal opportunity.”
The event served as an active platform for participants to explore an array of career paths offered the bank and to apply for current openings. They also learned about current training opportunities, scholarships, and leadership development programs to support their career progression and prepare them for future leadership roles within the bank.
This initiative underscores QNB's efforts in workforce nationalization which represents a major priority. The bank actively supports job localization, having more than 60% of its total workforce. The proportion of Qatari nationals holding leadership and senior positions increased to 76%, while women represent about 64% from the total Qatari workforce in the bank. At the branch level, the bank has achieved a 100% Qatarization rate for branch managers.
In recognition of its outstanding efforts in supporting national employment and enhancing the participation of Qatari talents in the private sector, QNB has been honored during the 11th meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Ministers of Labor Committee, held recently in Kuwait.
QNB Group is one of the leading financial institutions in the Middle East and Africa and is ranked as the most valuable banking brand in the MEA region. Present in over 28 countries across Asia, Europe, and Africa, it offers tailored products and services supported by innovation and backed by a team of over 31,000 professionals dedicated to driving banking excellence, worldwide.
