Manager Corporate Finance & AI Innovation (UAE National Applications Only)

Etihad Airways is seeking a high-potential UAE National to join our Corporate Finance team in a unique role that combines  secured and unsecured financing, artificial intelligence, data-driven decision making, and emerging technologies.

This is not a traditional corporate finance opportunity.

For the right candidate, Etihad is willing to invest in developing traditional corporate finance and treasury knowledge, provided you bring strong analytical capability, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for emerging technologies.

We are looking for ambitious individuals who are passionate about AI, automation, analytics, digital transformation, and the future of work. Whether your background is in technology, AI, data science, analytics, innovation, engineering, digital transformation, or a related field, we are interested in candidates who can help shape the future of finance through the intelligent use of technology.

Working directly with senior leaders across Treasury, Finance, Strategy, and Technology, you will play a highly visible role supporting Etihad’s Journey 2030 transformation agenda. This position offers exceptional exposure to executive stakeholders and provides a clear pathway toward future leadership opportunities. 

Accountabilities

Strategic Finance & Business Transformation

• Support strategic projects across Corporate Finance and Financial Risk Management functions.
• Assist with financial modelling, business case development, scenario analysis, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Contribute to funding, financing, and capital allocation projects while developing expertise in aviation finance and treasury management.
• Support senior leadership with insights, presentations, and analysis to enable informed business decisions.

AI, Analytics & Innovation

• Identify opportunities to leverage AI, machine learning, automation, and advanced analytics across Corporate Finance and Risk Management activities.
• Support the development of intelligent reporting, forecasting, scenario modelling, and decision-support tools.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends that can improve efficiency, insight generation, and financial decision making.
• Act as a champion for innovation and continuous improvement within the Corporate Finance function.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across Finance, Technology, Data & Analytics, FP&A and Strategy teams.
• Build strong working relationships across the business while developing a broad understanding of airline operations and financial performance.
• Present findings, recommendations, and innovative solutions to senior leadership audiences.

Leadership Development

• Participate in strategic initiatives with significant exposure to executive leadership.
• Contribute to the development of future-focused finance capabilities within the organization.
• Develop the skills, knowledge, and experience required for future leadership opportunities within Finance and the wider business.

Education & Experience

Required

• UAE National with Family Book.
• Bachelor’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Analytics, Mathematics, Business Analytics, Finance, Economics, Technology Management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in AI, emerging technologies, automation, analytics, or digital transformation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to continuously learn.

Preferred

• Formal qualifications, certifications, or postgraduate studies in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Business Analytics, Digital Transformation, or related fields.
• MBA from a leading institution.
• Experience using AI tools, automation platforms, advanced analytics solutions, or emerging technologies in a professional environment.
• Exposure to financial services, corporate finance, consulting, technology, analytics, or innovation-focused roles.

Etihad Airways is more than the UAE’s national airline - we’re shaping the future of global aviation. From our hub in Abu Dhabi, we connect people across continents and cultures, while driving our “Journey 2030” ambition to double our fleet, expand our network and grow our people for a new era of excellence. Join us and become part of a vision where the world is your workplace and extraordinary experiences take flight.

To learn more visit www.etihad.com

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