Al Rayan Bank

We’re enhancing our industry-leading benefits package and nurturing a supportive work environment through our Wellbeing Group. Discover more at alrayanbank.co.uk/ESG

Eve Shanahan, our Commercial Relationship Support Manager in the Commercial Property Finance Team, brings a wealth of experience and a unique global perspective to Al Rayan Bank. Based at our Head Office in Stratford Place, London, Eve joined us last year and has already made a significant impact. Her journey from Ireland to London, via Australia, New Zealand, and China, is nothing short of inspiring. Eve’s vision for the future with Al Rayan Bank is as bright and promising as her incredible journey. https://lnkd.in/e5HvWEKr #CelebratingSuccess #TeamJourney #1Team

Al Rayan Bank Donates £74,578 to Support Ten Charities Across the UK We’re thrilled to announce that we have donated a total of £74,578 to support ten incredible charities, each receiving £7,457.80! This initiative showcases our commitment to making a positive impact in communities around our London and Birmingham offices, as well as across the UK. Our colleagues played a crucial role in selecting these charities, ensuring the process was inclusive and representative of causes close to our hearts. Here’s a shoutout to the amazing beneficiaries: ·        Cancer Research UK: Cancer Research UK (CRUK) ·        Sands UK (Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society): Sands - baby loss charity ·        Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB): RNIB ·        The National Society for Phenylketonuria (NSPKU): NSPKU ·        Centrepoint: Centrepoint ·        Crisis UK: Crisis ·        Acorns Children’s Hospice: Acorns Children's Hospice ·        Shooting Star Children’s Hospices: Shooting Star Children's Hospices ·        Ammalife Ammalife ·        Ladywood Community Project: https://lnkd.in/g23yxVNx Harpreet Dhillon, our Chief People & Sustainability Officer, shared, “We’re proud to be able to make these donations at a time when the demand for services provided by charitable organisations is higher than ever. At Al Rayan Bank, we pride ourselves on being ‘one team’ – a value we live by every day – and so, it was important to us to ensure that the process to select these charities was inclusive, ensuring voices from across the Bank were heard and we could support causes close to people’s hearts.” The donation from Al Rayan Bank includes £1,046.55 from customers who have requested their money be donated to charity. For example, this could be from closed accounts with low balances that customers prefer to donate rather than receive. https://lnkd.in/g6nSxDWn #AlRayanBank #CommunitySupport #CharityDonation #MakingADifference #OneTeam ·        Image one: Alison Suckling, Family Support Worker, Shooting Star’s Children’s Hospice receives a donation from Harpreet Dhillon, Al Rayan Bank Chief People & Sustainability Officer. ·        Image two: Ben Collins, Head of Marketing & Communications, Al Rayan Bank donating to Ladywood Community Project ·        Image three: Dr Leah Fitzsimmons of Ammalife receives the donation from Anna Pickering, Senior Product Manager, Al Rayan Bank.

Al Rayan Bank’s Leadership Day at Cliveden House! Following in the legendary footsteps of the Beatles and Sherlock Holmes, our senior leaders recently gathered at the iconic Cliveden House in Berkshire for an unforgettable day of leadership training and team-building activities! The morning kicked off with an insightful management training session led by Performance Coach Terry Reynolds, alongside our Head of Departments. The energy was high as the group was later joined by members of the Executive Management Committee for an afternoon filled with fun and engaging team-building exercises. Cliveden House, an Italianate mansion nestled in the stunning Berkshire countryside, has not only hosted our senior leaders but also served as the backdrop for many famous films, including the 2019 Sherlock Holmes and the Beatles’ 1965 classic, Help! #Leadership #TeamBuilding #AlRayanBank #ClivedenHouse

We’ve reduced our paper usage by nearly 30% since 2019, and we’re not stopping there. Find out more about our paperless progress at alrayanbank.co.uk/ESG

Our new ‘Empowered’ Values Champion This quarter Al Rayan Bank is celebrating its "Empowered” values champion Abdulaziz Nasaar. Nominated by his peers and endorsed by our Executive Team, Abdulaziz exemplifies the spirit of "Empowered": ·        Embraces change, ·        Takes responsibility, and ·        Asks for help when needed At All Rayan Bank, we celebrate the essence of our TEAM values - Trusted, Empowered, Able, and Motivated. It's inspiring to see colleagues who go above and beyond, and Abdulaziz is a shining example of dedication and capability.

Al Rayan Bank continues to invest in its people. As the UK’s largest Sharia compliant bank, we believe in empowering our team with the knowledge of Islamic finance. Our Head of Sharia Compliance, Saeed Fadloun (MSc,CSAA,PB Dip), has been coaching our colleagues, preparing them for their ‘Islamic Finance Qualification’ exams. We’re looking to build a future and culture based around knowledge and compliance. Picture: Saeed Fadloun, Head of Sharia Compliance, Al Rayan Bank #IslamicBanking #LeadershipDevelopment #HighPerformingTeams #AlRayanBank

Al Rayan Bank Supports World Mental Health Day. We believe in the importance of mental health. This World Mental Health Day, we stand with the World Federation of Mental Health to raise awareness and support those experiencing mental health issues. The workplace is where many of us spend a significant part of our lives. It’s crucial that it becomes a space where everyone feels supported, heard, and valued. By addressing mental health and wellbeing in the workplace, we can benefit individuals, organisations, and communities alike. Let’s take this opportunity to make our workplaces better for everyone. Mental health is a shared responsibility, and together, we can create a positive impact. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #AlRayanBank #WorkplaceWellbeing #SupportAndCare

Three Peaks Challenge: Syed Hashmi’s Journey Continues! It’s the return of Syed Raheel Hashmi, FCA, our fearless Senior Internal Audit Manager, who is on a mission to conquer the highest peaks in England, Scotland, and Wales! Earlier this year, Syed tackled the steep and challenging terrain of Scafell Pike, England’s highest mountain. Now, he’s taken on Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) in Wales, standing tall at 1,085 metres above sea level – that’s 107 metres higher than Scafell Pike! Despite the tough hike, Syed’s resilience and fitness shone through as he reached the summit. Next stop, Ben Nevis! #ThreePeaksChallenge #Inspiration #TeamSpirit #PeakPerformance

Maisam Fazal, Chief Commercial Officer, Shadi Soudan, Deputy Head of Premier, and Sherif Ragab, Senior Relationship Manager, recently visited Doha and Riyadh, as the Bank continues to implement its strategy to increase Premier Banking business in the region. Their packed schedule was all about strengthening existing relationships and highlighting Al Rayan Bank’s exceptional range of Premier products and services. From engaging meetings to insightful discussions, our team showcased the best of what we offer. L-R Premier customer Akram Rabayah, Maisam Fazal and Sherif Ragab. #AlRayanBank #GCCtour #PremierServices #BankingExcellence