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Nedbank Private Wealth Wins at WealthBriefing MENA Awards for 10th Consecutive Year

November 28th, 2025.

We are proud to be named Best Boutique Private Bank at the prestigious WealthBriefing MENA Awards, marking the 10th consecutive year the company has been recognised for excellence in private banking.

The awards ceremony, held at the iconic Armani Hotel in the Burj Khalifa on Thursday 20th November, celebrated outstanding achievements across the Middle Eastern wealth management sector.

Representing Nedbank Private Wealth on the evening were Chris Jones, Head of Private Banking in the Middle East, and Darren Hooker, Private Banker, who accepted the award on behalf of the team.

Chris Jones commented: “We’re incredibly proud to receive this award from WealthBriefing for the 10th year in a row. Since opening our Dubai office over a decade ago, we’ve stayed committed to providing expert, personalised advice and outstanding service to our clients. This recognition celebrates those efforts and the achievements of our fantastic team at Nedbank Private Wealth. Looking ahead, we’re excited to build on this success as we continue supporting clients across the region.”

Simon Gibbons, Executive Head of Wealth Management at Nedbank Private Wealth added: “Being recognised by WealthBriefing MENA for a decade is a true testament to our team, our clients, and the bespoke approach we’ve built both in the region and internationally. Since opening our Dubai office in 2011, we’ve stayed agile and responsive to what clients really need something these awards help highlight. As a boutique private bank, that flexibility is what sets us apart and enables us to help clients achieve their goals.”

The WealthBriefing MENA Awards are organised by WealthBriefing, a global newswire that has been exclusively reporting on the Middle Eastern family office and wealth management sector for over 20 years. The awards recognise firms that demonstrate independence, integrity, and genuine insight, with judging conducted by expert panels drawn from banks, family offices, and trusted advisers.

We have maintained a strong presence in the region since opening its Dubai representative office in 2011, offering bespoke wealth management services to clients across the Middle East.