IBQ appoints Andrew Ball Head and Hassan Al Mulla Deputy Head Retail Banking

International Bank of Qatar (ibq) today announced two key executive appointments within Retail Banking. Andrew Ball is appointed  Head of Retail Banking while Hassan Al Mulla is appointedDeputy Head of the division. The appointments reflect the bank’s  commitment towards employing highly qualified industry experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experiencefurther enhancingthe bank’s record of success. The new appointments, additionally, underlines ibq’sactive Qatarization scheme particularly in leadership positions.

Jabra Ghandour, Managing Director of ibq said: “Andrew and Hassan are promising talents within theretail banking division, I am sure their broad experience will further improveibq’s distinguished market position in Qatar.Our focus on the quality of our team, innovativeproducts and our culture of service excellencehave always contributed to ibq’s recognition with a number of international awards.These newexecutive appointments, in turn, will serve our aim to remain the Bank of Choice in Qatar.”

Andrew Ball said: “I’m honoured to lead this great team in one of the oldest, most prestigious financial institutions in Qatar. We havean outstanding record of achievements which I am eager to  build upon. We will continue to focus on delivering even better service coupled with a competitive range of products and services targeted towards our chosen customer segments.”

Before assuming his new post, Andrew  was Head of Strategic Projects at ibq, prior to whichhe held senior positions  within local and international banks within the Gulf area and Europe.

Meanwhile, Hassan Al Mulla said: “This is a new challenging opportunity for me at ibq. It demonstrates the bank’s serious commitment towards offering rewarding and exciting career opportunities for its Qatari staff. Having moved from Islamic banking to Qatari Development and now to Retail, I feel proud to be part of ibq which has proved for many to be an employer of choice on all levels. I look forward to working with Andrew and the team to enhance what is, already, an excellent retail platform.”

As Deputy Head of Retail, Al Mulla will work closely with ibq’s retail banking team and new Head, Andrew Ball, to further develop ibq’s award-winning retail platforms and product portfolio to maintain ibq’s uncompromising commitment to innovation and quality.