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    Head of Risk and Compliance | Robert Half

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    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half is working with one the oldest and largest independent futures brokerage firm in Europe. Who provide a full range of services to the futures industry’s largest global network of introducing brokers and commercial, institutional and individual investors.The RoleCompliance & MLRO* Review and update the Compliance policies & procedures manual, the Compliance monitoring program and the AML policies and procedures and ensure it continues to remain aligned to the changes done in the Dubai Financial Services Authority (the DFSA) rules and regulations.* Review and update the annual Compliance Monitoring Program (the CMP) and ensure compliance reviews are performed according to the CMP. Provide regular updates to the Board of Directors as part of executing the CMP and highlight areas of concerns with suggested mitigation plans.* Develop an annual calendar of compliance as per applicable rules and regulations and identify the Companies staff responsible for submission of the requirements to the regulators/ exchanges. Ensure timely submission of the required returns with appropriate compliance reviews.* Advise the Board and Senior management on Compliance and AML issues.* Participate in introducing new products and services and assist management to obtain relevant licenses to offer the new products or services.* Assist in regulatory reviews and liaise with regulators, auditors, clients concerning compliance and AML matters.* Review and follow through on all compliance submissions by the Companies staff to the concerned regulators.* Advise management on compliance requirements for introducing new markets/products, countries (APAC or otherwise) in areas of transactions, specific regulatory filings, tax compliance, etc* Maintain a Register of Breaches and ensure the breaches form part of regular discussions at Board meetings.* Provide and/or arrange to train staff (new joiners) on compliance and AML requirements and provide/arrange for annual refresher training for existing staff.Risk Management* Review the risk management framework and ensure it is implemented.* Perform and or review the annual control self-assessments done by the departmental heads and use the same as input to update the risk register.* Complete the annual IRAP – Internal Risk Assessment Procedures and ICAAP – Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Procedures document and provide the same for Senior Management review. * Arrange to submit the same in a timely manner with the DFSA i.e., within 4 months of the end of financial year.* Discuss the key risks with Senior Management and Board members and advise them of controls that would help mitigate the risks.* Liaise with regulators whilst the IRAP and ICAAP are selected for review by the DFSA as part of SREP (Supervisory Review and Evaluation Process)

    The CandidateMinimum Experience & Skills* Understanding of the Legislative compliance requirements mandated by the regulator (DFSA regulatory requirements knowledge will be an added advantage) and general compliance requirements of stock exchanges.* Exposure to working in other international markets and a general understanding of stock market regulations and global market best practices.* Financial Services domain knowledge (stock broking and of different kinds of financial instruments particularly equity, derivatives, mutual funds, asset management and advisory)* Exposure to dealing with regulators for compliance matters* Understanding of KYC/CDD and AML laws, regulations, and internal procedures* Understanding tax requirements particularly FATCA, CRS and with-holding taxes levied on incomes in different jurisdictions* Qualification in Risk Management would be an added advantage* Min 10 years’ experience of working in Compliance and MLRO function with a financial services firm broker dealer, investment bank, investment business firm.Salary40,000 – 45,000 AED a monthRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

    Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide. More

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    Finance Director, Holding Company | Robert Half

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    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half are working with a large newly established holding company, with local and international investments. With a broad portfolio of major enterprises including energy, utilities, food, agriculture, healthcare and logistics, amongst others.The RoleResponsibilities* Develop, review, and maintain accounting related policies, procedures, and authority matrix and ensure proper application of the accounting standards and regulations* Maintain day-to-day control on accounting systems to ensure the complete and accurate processing of financial data in accordance with internal procedures* Manage vendor liability accounts to ensure payment of invoices conducted within pre agreed terms* Authorise and process invoices to pay vendors on payment due dates* Review and Filing of VAT returns and VAT reporting* Manage accounting transactions associated with HR’s personnel actions for the authorities at group level and corporate which includes payroll and benefits for entitled employees and disburse payments accordingly* Prepare and manage payroll budgets at group level and shared services* Review and approve expense claims* Approve petty cash related transactions and receipts* Managing external relationships pertaining to Payments and Systems, in particular relationships with banks of the holding company and its Authorities and also vendors for billing matters.* Managing internal relationships and its Authorities with regards to Payments and Systems shared service offering* Work with IT to ensure that Oracle financials, payroll and Hyperion systems are implemented, maintained and enhanced on a timely basis.* Work with IT to ensure that financial, payroll, Hyperion and OBIEE systems are integrated with other relevant systems and its Authorities* Ensure that processes within Finance division are automated* Manage the monthly and quarterly reconciliations from vendors and notify in cases of discrepancies* Liaise with IT and Projects team and Procurement & Contracts and HR to ensure appropriate integration with Finance modules/processes* Deliver additional tasks that may be delegated or assigned from the Finance Manager and deputised tasks as requiredManagerial* Creates an environment where team members consistently drive to improve performance* Manages team with full accountability for achieving overall agreed objectives* Manages by effectively empowering team members* Takes responsibility for mentoring high potential and most critical talent in their career progression* Reviews performance of team and addresses performance issues quickly through clear decisions Information Security related

    The CandidateWork Experience* Must speak Arabic and English* Hold significant experience in accounting, payroll and payment processing* Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant or similar Accounting Qualification with significant professional experience* Knowledge of financial and payroll system implementation* Knowledge of financial planning* Knowledge of reputed financial / accounting systems* Knowledge of financial planning and budgeting* Demonstrate the ability to communicate with senior stakeholders* Demonstrate leadership skills, managing team* Demonstrate strong planning, organization and analytical skills* Demonstrate internal and external stakeholder skills* Strong written and oral skillsSalary70,000 AED a monthRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

    Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide. More

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    ETIC, Salesforce Developer | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryAbout the rolePwC is opening a new Technology & Innovation Center in Cairo that will deliver high quality technology solutions to consulting Clients across the globe. The Centre will provide a broad suite of skills and services to our clients, ranging from Packaged Applications such as SAP & Oracle, to Cloud services utilising AWS, Azure and Google, as well as expanding our existing Managed Services capabilities.  The center is looking to expand rapidly and we are looking for enthusiastic self-starters with a passion for technology and client delivery to help shape and form this new venture.  We are seeking to recruit a Salesforce Developer to join our team in Cairo.  The successful candidate will have between 1 and 3 years experience in delivering complex Salesforce solutions. Candidates may also be recent University Graduates in a relevant discipline such as Computer Science or Cloud technologies.  You will work in the team that reports to the Salesforce delivery service leadership team and will be an integral part of the team based in Cairo, as well as those delivering client transformation programmes across the PwC Global Network, including the UK, Germany and Middle East. As a Salesforce Developer, you will play a key role in the following areas:- Support the leadership and management of the new Salesforce Practice by taking an active role in the Salesforce delivery team  – Responsibility for coaching and developing more junior team members  – Delivering exceptional client service and solutions across the Salesforce products – Work with a global mindset with teams based in the UK, Germany and other Middle Eastern Countries – Leading delivery teams to deliver solutions that are on scope, time, quality and budget  

    Role Requirements:- Experience in working with enterprise/CRM class systems – Open minded seeking for innovative solutions – Self-Starter Attitude Essential skills & attributes:- Basic Certificates: Min. 2 – Admin or App Builder – Experience with object oriented programing language (Java preferred) – Competency with relational database and SQL – Performing standard configuration on the Salesforce platform – Functional & technical testing Education- University Degree

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    ETIC, Microsoft Integration Developer (CE & ERP) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    ETIC, Microsoft Integration Developer (CE & ERP) – Associate (Egypt)Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryAbout the rolePwC is opening a new Technology & Innovation Center in Cairo that will deliver high quality technology solutions to consulting Clients across the globe. The Centre will provide a broad suite of skills and services to our clients, ranging from Packaged Applications such as SAP & Oracle, to Cloud services utilising AWS, Azure and Google, as well as expanding our existing Managed Services capabilities.  The center is looking to expand rapidly and we are looking for enthusiastic self-starters with a passion for technology and client delivery to help shape and form this new venture.  We are seeking to recruit a Microsoft Integration Developer (CE & ERP) to join our team in Cairo. The successful candidate will have between 1 and 3 years experience in delivering complex Microsoft solutions. Candidates may also be recent University Graduates in a relevant discipline such as Computer Science or Cloud technologies, with an interest and aptitude for Architecture and understanding detailed technical concepts such as Integration and Data Migration.   You will report to the Microsoft delivery service leadership team and will be an integral part of the team based in Cairo, as well as those delivering client transformation programmes across the PwC Global Network, including the UK, Germany and Middle East.  As a Microsoft Integration Developer (CE & ERP), you will play a key role in the following areas:- Support the leadership and management of the new Microsoft Practice by taking an active role in the Microsoft delivery team  – Responsibility for coaching and developing more junior team members  – Delivering exceptional client service and solutions across the Microsoft products – Work with a global mindset with teams based in the UK, Germany and other Middle Eastern Countries – Working in delivery teams to deliver solutions that are on scope, time, quality and budget

    Role Requirements:- Experience in working with enterprise/CRM class systems – Very good communication and presentation skills- Open minded seeking for innovative solutions- Self-Starter Attitude Essential skills & attributes:- Problem solving capabilities demonstrated by a thorough ability to debug and troubleshoot complex software orchestrations and identify solution options and/or alternatives. – Design and build integration between multiple on premises and/or cloud hosted systems. Experience of CDS Education- University Degree

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    ETIC, Microsoft MSD CE Developer | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryAbout the rolePwC is opening a new Technology & Innovation Center in Cairo that will deliver high quality technology solutions to consulting Clients across the globe. The Centre will provide a broad suite of skills and services to our clients, ranging from Packaged Applications such as SAP & Oracle, to Cloud services utilising AWS, Azure and Google, as well as expanding our existing Managed Services capabilities.  The center is looking to expand rapidly and we are looking for enthusiastic self-starters with a passion for technology and client delivery to help shape and form this new venture.  We are seeking to recruit a Microsoft MSD CE Developer to join our team in Cairo.  The successful candidate will have between 1 and 3 years experience in delivering complex Microsoft solutions. Candidates may also be recent University Graduates in a relevant discipline such as Computer Science or Cloud technologies, with an interest and aptitude for Architecture and understanding detailed technical concepts such as Integration and Data Migration.   You will be part of a team that reports to the Microsoft delivery service leadership and will be an integral part of the team based in Cairo, as well as those delivering client transformation programmes across the PwC Global Network, including the UK, Germany and Middle East.  As a Microsoft MSD CE Developer, you will play a key role in the following areas:- Support the leadership and management of the new Microsoft Practice by taking an active role in the Microsoft delivery team  – Responsibility for coaching and developing more junior team members  – Delivering exceptional client service and solutions across the Microsoft products – Work with a global mindset with teams based in the UK, Germany and other Middle Eastern Countries – Leading delivery teams to deliver solutions that are on scope, time, quality and budget  Role Requirements:- Experience in working with enterprise/CRM class systems – Open minded seeking innovative solutions – Self-Starter Attitude

    Essential skills & attributes:- Basic Certificates: Min. 2 – Dynamics Fundamentals, Customer Service Fundamentals – Experience with .Net – Competency with relational database and SQL – Performing standard configuration on the MSD CE platform – Functional & technical testing  Education- University Degree

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Senior Associate Consulting – Cyber Security | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryThe Technology Consulting team is shaping the Digital and IT market in the GCC. Working with Public and private sector clients to help them improve overall value delivered to their customers and employees by formulating digital strategies and help them in the implementation. We are helping clients unlock the potential of digital by increasing their customer engagement, providing their employees with powerful tools, and helping them optimize and digitize their operations.We are a growing team and looking for dynamic, flexible, proactive and hardworking consultants who have a passion for shaping cyber security positively in the GCC over the coming years. We have a strong pipeline of large, transformational opportunities with our clients which will provide great opportunities for all our people to step up and player significant and rewarding roles in an entrepreneurial and innovation driven environment.Responsibilities: – Work under the supervision of cyber security leadership within the Technology Consulting practice.- Support in the design and development of cyber security programs in different domains including the development of strategy, GRC, architecture, identity and access management and cyber security solutions based on leading practices such as NIST, CIS, ISO27 and others.- Assist in the design of target technical security architecture for clients with deep understanding and analysis of emerging cyber security solutions including, but not limited to, threat intelligence, anti-advanced persistent threats, DLP, SIEM, GRC, security analytics, Identity and access management, incident response and others.- Team player – Ability to deliver complex projects along with team to client expectations- Multi-tasked, can contribute on multiple projects at a given time- Support in the implementation of cyber security solutions at client premises and be able to work closely with security vendors and system integrators.- Communicate effectively (both verbal and writing) with IT personnel, executives, and user communities.- Support in coordinating, facilitating, and making presentations.- Support in business development activities by developing technical and financial proposals- Work with colleagues across all Middle Eastern offices on client engagements and internal initiatives as well as with international teams.- Conduct research on emerging cyber security technologies and disseminate knowledge to Technology consultants and clients where required.- Assist in developing new service offering for the Technology business unit in the domains of cyber security.- Whilst working in the Cyber team you will further build on your understanding of the key themes in the market and in the region.- Work collaboratively with other cyber security experts to shape the future of our clients and to bring about positive change.- You will have access to all of the latest training and development tools and the support of the wider PwC network.

    Requirements: – Years of experience: 3-5 years of experience in cyber security including development of cyber security strategies, end to end cyber security transformation programs, security architecture and extensive knowledge of latest cyber security technologies and standards.- Education: B.A/ B.Sc. in Computer Engineering, Cyber Security, or related fields.- Experience in banking, telco and/or government sectors is a plus.- M.Sc. in Computer Engineering, cyber security or related fields is preferred.- Certification in cyber security (e.g., CISSP, CISM, SANS) is a plus.- Strong understanding of emerging cyber security technologies and standards.- Special experience in identity and access management, GRC, SIEM/SOC and DLP is a plus.- Achievement oriented with the ability to be flexible and adaptive on a daily basis.- Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and able to cope well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.- Excellent problem solving skills with a structured thinking process.- Strong time-management and organizational skills.- Ability to learn new concepts and carry out technical research.- Proven IT skills in Microsoft Office and G-suite applications.- Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English (Arabic is a plus).- The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East is a MUST.

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Cyber Security Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryThe Technology Consulting team is shaping the Digital and IT market in the GCC. Working with Public and private sector clients to help them improve overall value delivered to their customers and employees by formulating digital strategies and help them in the implementation. We are helping clients unlock the potential of digital by increasing their customer engagement, providing their employees with powerful tools, and helping them optimize and digitize their operations.We are a growing team and looking for dynamic, flexible, proactive and hardworking consultants who have a passion for shaping cyber security positively in the GCC over the coming years. We have a strong pipeline of large, transformational opportunities with our clients which will provide great opportunities for all our people to step up and player significant and rewarding roles in an entrepreneurial and innovation driven environment.Responsibilities: – Work under the supervision of cyber security leadership within the Technology Consulting practice.- Manage the development of cyber security programs in different domains including the development of strategy, GRC, architecture, identity and access management and cyber security solutions based on leading practices such as NIST, CIS, ISO27 and others.- Manage the design of target technical security architecture for clients with deep understanding and analysis of emerging cyber security solutions including, but not limited to, threat intelligence, anti-advanced persistent threats, DLP, SIEM, GRC, security analytics, Identity and access management, incident response and others.- Good understanding of either of ISMS, NIST, NCA regulations or/and good understanding of security architecture and relevant technologies.- Ability to deliver complex projects to client expectations without any major supervision.- Ability to mitigate project risks, overruns along with project team well-being- Develop RFPs, evaluate different technologies and conduct vendor evaluation and selection.- Design end to end security operations center with the required facility, processes, technologies and people.- Communicate effectively (both verbal and writing) with both IT personnel, executives and user communities.- Coordinate, facilitate and make presentations.- Support in business development activities by developing technical and financial proposals and being proactive in selling.- Work with colleagues across all Middle Eastern offices on client engagements and internal initiatives as well as with international teams.- Conduct research on emerging cyber security technologies and disseminate knowledge to Technology consultants and clients where required.- Assist in developing new service offering for the Technology business unit in the domains of cyber security.- Whilst working in the Cyber team you will further build on your understanding of the key themes in the market and in the region.- Work collaboratively with other cyber security experts to shape the future of our clients and to bring about positive change.- You will have access to all of the latest training and development tools and the support of the wider PwC network.

    Requirements: – Years of experience: 6-8 years of experience in cyber security including development of cyber security strategies, end to end cyber security transformation programs, security architecture and extensive knowledge of latest cyber security technologies and standards.- Education: B.A/ B.Sc. in Computer Engineering or related field.- Experience in banking, telco and/or government sectors is a plus.- M.Sc. in Computer Engineering or related field is preferred.- Certification in cyber security (e.g., CISSP, CISM, SANS) is required.- Strong understanding of emerging cyber security technologies and standards.- Good understanding of emerging cyber security technologies and standards.- Familiarity with the Middle East region is a plus- Special experience in identity and access management, GRC, SIEM/SOC and DLP is a plus.- Achievement oriented with the ability to be flexible and adaptive on a daily basis.- Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and able to cope well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.- Excellent problem solving skills with a structured thinking process.- Strong connections and relationships with clients in Saudi Arabia and the UAE is a plus.- Strong time-management and organizational skills.- Ability to learn new concepts and carry out technical research.- Proven IT skills in Microsoft Office and G-suite applications.- Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English (Arabic is a plus).- The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East is a MUST.

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Equity Analyst | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half are exclusively working with an Asset Management of a large group, managing public funds and segregated accounts on behalf of investors.The RoleThe role of the analyst is to identify investment opportunities in listed equities regionally and globally for both public listed funds and discretionary mandates. In order to make good investment recommendations for equities, the analyst needs to have deep knowledge of company analysis across multiple sectors. Furthermore, the job requires the analyst to build detailed financial models (forecast future earnings, cash flow and balance sheet trend) of companies, communicate with market participants and keep track of company specific and sector specific news flow. The person must also be well versed in valuation techniques (PE, PB, EV/EBITDA and DCF) to identify the best entry and exit price for the investment. The recommendations will help the portfolio managers make the best investment decision for the portfolios under management, with the key objective of outperforming the respective benchmarks. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel is a must for this role.Key Responsibilities:* Stocks recommended should contribute to overall portfolio performance. This is identified through portfolio attribution. * Recommendations are given in the weekly portfolio construction meetings conducted by the Lead Portfolio Managers.* Identify new stocks for the portfolio manager to invest in. * New recommendations should be accompanied by full earnings model including forecasts for earnings, balance sheet and cash flow, and relevant financial ratios. * New stocks recommended should be presented in the weekly research meetings and an investment report prepared for presentation to the investment committee. * The analyst needs to be constantly on the lookout for new alpha generating ideas. * Existing earnings models need to be regularly updated through review of quarterly reported earnings.* Quarterly earnings should be reviewed diligently to ensure that initial assumptions used in forecasts are still relevant.* The analyst should also review sector wide data to explain variances that could affect its earnings forecasts. * The analyst is also expected to meet management at least annually in conferences, 1 – 1 meetings or conference calls.* Provide analysis of material public information regarding equity investments that result in a sell or buy recommendation.

    The Candidate* The analyst should possess a degree from a reputable university with good grades in financial and numerical disciplines such as Finance, Accounting, Business Management, Engineering, Mathematics and Statistics* He / She should be a CFA charter holder or at least show the inclination to become one* To have completed an MBA would be an added advantage* He / She should have a minimum 3 years of relevant investment experience as an equity analyst from reputable firms in countries that have well developed equities markets. Should also have prior experience of company analysis, building financial and valuation modelsSalary30,000 AED a monthRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

    Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide. More