Jobs in Bahrain

Bahrain is a small Arab monarchy in the Persian Gulf, consisting of a small archipelago centred on Bahrain Island. It has a population of 1,378,000 people and covers an area of 765 square kilometres. Bahrain boasts the Arab world's fastest-growing economy. Oil consumption has boosted the banking and finance sectors of the country.It is likewise a petroleum-based economy with aluminium and other construction materials as exports.

These key industries have contributed to Bahrain's high job demand. Bahrain expats work in one of the most important business centres in the Middle East. In recent years, Bahrain's tourism industry has created new jobs and opportunities.

Top 10 companies in Bahrain

 

       1.  Ahli United Bank

 

Ahli United Bank is a Bahrain-based regional bank. Its head office are in Manama, and it is Bahrain's largest bank. It is found in eight Middle Eastern nations as well as the United Kingdom.

• Market capitalisation: $5.34bn

• Sector: Banking and Financial Services

 

      2.  Aluminium Bahrain

 

Aluminium is a metal that is used to Bahrain B.S.C., the world's largest non-Chinese aluminium smelter, is noted for its technological prowess and forward-thinking policies. Alba follows rigorous environmental regulations, has a strong safety record, and is largely considered as one of the best performers on a global basis.

• Market capitalisation: $2.39bn

• Sector: Mineral Resources

 

         3.  National Bank of Bahrain

 

The National Bank of Bahrain was founded in 1957 as Bahrain's first indigenous bank. In addition to its locations in Abu Dhabi and Riyadh, they have a statewide network of 25 locations, 61 ATMs, and over 4,000 point-of-sale terminals.

• Market capitalisation: $2.21bn

• Sector: Banking and Financial Services

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    4.  GFH Financial Group

 

The Gulf Finance House Financial Group, formerly known as Gulf Finance House, is an Islamic investment bank based in Bahrain Financial Harbour.

• Market capitalisation: $1.42bn

• Sector: Banking and Financial Services

 

 

          5.  BBK

 

Both the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait founded the Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait on March 16, 1971. The general people, the Bahraini government, and Kuwaiti banks and investment firms are among its shareholders.

• Market capitalisation: $1.26bn

• Sector: Banking and Financial Services

   

6.   Arab Banking Corporation

 

Arab Banking Corporation is a multinational financial institution headquartered in Bahrain's Diplomatic Area. It was established as a joint stock corporation in 1980 after the Amir of Bahrain issued a special order.

• Market capitalisation: $1.23bn

• Sector: Banking and Financial Services

 

 

 

7. United Gulf Holding Company

 

United Gulf Holding Company BSC is headquartered in Bahrain. Merchant banking is a business that the Company engages in through its subsidiaries. Commercial banking, real estate, private equity, and quoted securities are among the assets held by the company. Asset management, investment banking, and commercial banking are the company's operating segments.Asset portfolio management, corporate finance, advising, investments in public and private equity/funds, real estate, capital markets, international banking, and treasury activities are all part of asset management and investment banking. Commercial banking comprises corporate and institutional customers' loans and other credit facilities, as well as deposit and current accounts.United Gulf Bank, KAMCO Investment Company, Global Investment House, FIMBank, and Burgan Bank are among the company's subsidiaries and associates. United Capital Transport Company and United Real Estate Company are two of the most well-known companies in the United States.

• Market capitalisation: $1.23bn

• Sector: Banking and Financial Services

   

 8. Bahrain Telecommunications Company

 

Bahrain Telecommunication Company BSC, sometimes known as Batelco, is the country's primary telecommunications provider. Bahrain is the company's headquarters, and it is listed on the Bahrain Bourse. Abdulla Bin Khalifa Al Khalifa is the Chairman of the Board.

• Market capitalisation: $1.10bn

• Sector: Telecommunication

 

9. Investcorp Bank

 

Investcorp is a global investment firm that specialises in private equity, real estate, credit, absolute return methods, GP stakes, and infrastructure investments. As a sensible and responsible investor, we have focused on delivering attractive returns for our clients while creating long-term value in our investee companies and for our shareholders since our establishment in 1982.

• Market capitalisation: $750m

• Sector: Banking and Financial Services

 

10. Al Salam Bank Bahrain

 

The Central Bank of Bahrain has licenced and regulated Al Salam Bank-Bahrain B.S.C (ASBB) as an Islamic Retail Bank, making it one of the Kingdom's first Shari'a-compliant banks. ASBB was founded on January 19, 2006, in the Kingdom of Bahrain, with a paid-up capital of BD 120 million (US$ 318 million) and the largest initial public offering (IPO) in the Kingdom's history, with over BD 2.7 billion in subscriptions.

• Market capitalisation: $580m

• Sector: Banking and Financial Services