UIB Appoints Abdelkrim Hajjaji as Non-Executive Chairman

The International Union of Banks (UIB) has appointed Abdelkrim Hajjaji as the non-executive chairman of its board of directors. This decision was made on October 14, 2026, following a board meeting, after his co-optation as a director and subsequent approval by the Central Bank of Tunisia (BCT).

With over 35 years of experience in the banking, financial, and technology sectors, the new chairman brings to UIB a distinguished career marked by high-level responsibilities within international banking groups, according to an official statement. His appointment comes at a time when the bank aims to consolidate its position in the Tunisian market and continue its growth trajectory.

A graduate of the National School of Statistics and Economic Administration (ENSAE), where he specialized in mathematics, statistics, finance, and economics, Abdelkrim Hajjaji has held roles covering strategy, governance, operations, financial management, digital transformation, and risk management.

From 2014 until September 2026, he served as Global Chief Operating Officer and was a member of the executive committee of Banco Santander Corporate & Investment Banking in London.

Following his appointment, Abdelkrim Hajjaji expressed his commitment to leveraging his extensive experience to serve UIB and contribute to the realization of its strategic ambitions. He also emphasized that the sustainable creation of value for clients and all stakeholders would remain a top priority.