Burjeel Holdings, a leading super-specialty healthcare services provider in the GCC, has announced that its Board of Directors has approved the appointment of Reuben George Joseph as Chief Financial Officer, effective October 1, 2026. 

Joseph currently serves as General Manager – Transformation at Burjeel Holdings and is closely involved in the group’s strategic finance, capital allocation, corporate development, and transformation agenda. His appointment provides continuity of institutional knowledge while further strengthening the Group’s financial leadership as it enters its next phase of growth. 

A Chartered Accountant with more than 20 years of experience, Joseph brings expertise across financial reporting, controllership and governance, treasury, corporate development and M&A, restructuring, valuation, and finance transformation. Before joining Burjeel Holdings, he served as Chief Financial Officer of VPS Health and has also held board and senior advisory roles.  

Dr Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Burjeel Holdings, said: “Reuben has already been closely involved in several of the Group’s strategic finance and transformation initiatives and has developed a strong understanding of Burjeel’s businesses and goals. His appointment provides continuity and brings together financial stewardship, strategic insight and execution capabilities. As we enter our next phase of growth, these capabilities will be important in maintaining financial discipline and executing our strategic priorities. I would also like to thank Shihab for his contribution to Burjeel over many years and for supporting an orderly transition.”  -TradeArabia News Service