Northern Trust has appointed Kholoud Al Dosari as country head for Northern Trust Saudi Arabia.
Based in Riyadh, Al Dosari will oversee the strategic development, business growth and operations of Northern Trust’s asset servicing business in the country.
Al Dosari’s appointment underscores Northern Trust’s plan to further expand its asset servicing business in the Middle East.
Al Dosari has served as a non-executive independent board member at Northern Trust Saudi Arabia since 2019.
Al Dosari brings nearly 20 years of experience and expertise in management consultancy, corporate governance and strategic private equity investments, having worked for family offices, public and private organisations in Saudi Arabia.
Most recently, Al Dosari served as director at The Financial Academy, the education arm of the Saudi Central Bank and Capital Market Authority.
Prior to that, she was executive director of CFA Society Saudi Arabia.
James Wright, head of Europe, the Middle East and Africa asset owners, comments: “Saudi Arabia is an important strategic market for Northern Trust. Since opening our office in Riyadh in 2013, we have expanded our services and capabilities, and made key appointments with local experts, to support our clients’ evolving needs in this region.
“With Kholoud’s experience and deep understanding of the local market, she is well placed to help us execute our strategy of growth, deepen our relationships and enhance our services to clients.”
