The Career Path Into Wealth Management, From Degree to Your First Client Book

Wealth management is one of Saudi Arabia's fastest-growing finance careers, as rising personal wealth, Vision 2030 and expanding private banking divisions at local and international banks fuel demand for advisers who can guide high-net-worth clients through investing, retirement and estate planning. Most entrants hold a degree in finance, economics or business, then must pass the Capital Market Authority's CME qualification exams before advising clients, since wealth management sits within the Kingdom's regulated capital markets framework. Strong bilingual (Arabic/English) relationship skills are essential. Here's exactly how to build a career as a wealth manager in Saudi Arabia.