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    Senior Consultant, Business Design | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    In a world of dramatic and fast-paced change, the ability to retain existing customers and attract new ones is critical. As a Business Transformation professional, you’ll provide clients with a strong analytical framework to transform their sales and drive sustainable growth. Joining one of our high-performing, globally integrated teams, you’ll work closely with our clients’ marketing, sales, and customer service functions, helping to ensure they interact effectively with their customer base. Through our structured learning and development program, you’ll develop the skills, knowledge, and experience to help grow our clients’ businesses. And with a network that stretches across the world, you’ll gain unparalleled insight and experience from different geographies and sectors. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. The opportunity We are looking for Business Design Consultants (Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager level) to join our leading Business Design Consulting team. Our consultants are leaders in, and passionate about helping our clients design and deliver new Customer Experiences. They are smart, switched on and bring a strategic, creative, and analytical mindset. Above all they want to make a real difference to our client’s business and their customers. Our Business Design Consultants lead our project team’s day to day and work closely with our clients to lead, inspire and influence thinking within the project. They are expected to coach and develop their team members and are responsible for the delivery of complex workstreams and solutions. They deliver impactful when presentation, and have experience in leading client workshops, design sessions and/or customer research clinics. They are comfortable working with a level of ambiguity and at a fast pace in a dynamic environment. Our Business Design Consultants enjoy working on varying projects and are open to learning about new industries and new cultures. They work across the project lifecycle from CX strategy through to CX design and execution. They deliver outstanding service to our clients and in do so in a way which helps achieve our purpose of “build a better working world”. Your key responsibilities – Lead complex CX workstreams comprising a mix of EY and client’s resources, with overall accountability delivering the expected outcomes to quality, time, and budget – Ability to build a highly collaborative, high performing team environment – Coach and mentor junior team members – Ability to identify and address client needs, and lead client discussions and meetings and workshops – Lead in the design and implementation of customer-centric solutions that provide measurable impact to clients – Design customer journeys in various client sectors, identify experiential pain points, delights and CX capabilities – Contribute to the development of the Business Design practice i.e. support industry events, thought leadership and development of new tools and methods

    Skills and attributes for success – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills – Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others – Advanced written and verbal communication skills – Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical, and able to work under pressure – Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment To qualify for the role, you must have – A bachelor’s or master’s degree with a minimum of 3-5+ years of working experience in a customer-facing and problem-solving capacity. Preferably with experience in a business consulting role in a leading consultancy firm, designing or delivering customer journeys in the market. – Familiarity with customer-centric trends, best practices, and technology solutions. Some fundamental experience in at least one of the competencies: customer research and insights, design, sales and marketing, customer services operations and channel engagement would be helpful – Some experience in the design or delivery in at least one or more of the following competencies: – Customer research and Insights – Human-centered Experience Design and Measurement – Sales and Marketing – Customer Services and Engagement – Recognized digital platforms and enabling technologies i.e. CMS, CRM Ideally, you will also have – Sector-specific customer experience knowledge – Knowledge in Agile and/or traditional project management – Knowledge in product management and development lifecycle – Knowledge in Design Thinking, UI/UX What we look for Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you will be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you are ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you. What working at EY offers EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you will be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), as needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer: – Support, coaching and feedback from engaging colleagues – Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career – The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that is right for you About EY As a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy & transaction, and consulting services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. Apply now!

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Tax Learning & Development Lead | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismHR FunctionManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryThe ME Tax and Legal Services (TLS) Learning & Development (L&D) Lead is responsible for the design and delivery of best-in-class learning solutions, live virtual and online learning solutions, which address our business purpose for TLS. The L&D Lead is responsible for setting the L&D strategy for the line of service and the delivery of the L&D learning solutions/items. The L&D Lead is responsible for setting the L&D strategy for the line of service and the delivery of the L&D learning solutions/items. Primary duties and responsibilitiesFinancial- Recommend budget for TLS L&D function across the region – Manage budget and reporting process in line with the Firm’s strategy, global guidelines and staff internal needs – Manage and control the L&D expenditure and cost per hour – Identify new, cost effective delivery models   – Ensure that the L&D team deliver value for money, on-target, on-budget learning solutions Customer- Acts as a trusted advisor for learning-related matters – Manage and maintain strong relationships with regional and global counterparts / stakeholders – Support synergies within the business to ensure that our programmes support the business in its future growth and encourage cross-Line of Service working – Liaise with People Partners, HC Business Leads (HCBLs) and other L&D Leads to develop business skills programmes that meet not only the current business needs, but also predict future needs so that we can better support the growth of our business and to identify areas for future development initiatives Internal Process- Manage and implement the ME learning strategy in line with the Firm’s strategy, global guidelines and regional focus – Plans, selects and leads to implementation of global learning programs to address employees’ skill-development needs – Explore, assess and build strong relationships with top tier training external vendors and certified coaches in line with internal needs – Engage in high impact L&D projects with global interaction – Manage the assessment needs analysis and leverage outcome to map relevant courses accordingly – Report relevant KPIs to measure course effectiveness, staff accomplishment and performance – Review evaluations of training courses, objectives, and accomplishments  – Manage and implement innovative ways while developing the learning activities, whether through facilitation, audio-visual materials, instructor guides, or the venues – Identify and incorporate best practices and lessons learned into program plans  Learning & Growth – Work on specific projects related to HR initiatives as assigned – Responsible for the continuing professional development of self and junior team members  – Develop members on the team from a technical standpoint – Support internal knowledge management best practices, creating communities of practice both within own team and across wider function  – Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed- Establish a healthy work environment for employees on the team – Building a technical learning path for both our Tax and Legal professionals

    Knowledge, skills, and abilitiesEducation- Bachelor’s Degree as a minimal requirement – Master’s/PhD Degree is preferred – Professional Certification in Human Resources is preferred Language- Fluency in spoken and written English, proficiency in  Arabic is an advantage  Overall Experience- 10~15 years of experience in a Tax Technical Environment (client facing or internal) – Significant experience in an international professional services environment, including L&D function, is preferred  Specific Experience- Previous HR generalist experience is a plus – Deep understanding of the L&D processes, reporting and analysis  Knowledge & Skills- Solid presentation skills – Strong customer service orientation with ability to use patience and diplomacy to handle issues  – Ability to quickly understand key business challenges and strategic objectives and align Learning & Development strategy accordingly – Ability to gather and analyse complex business requirements and advise on creative optimal solutions from a learning persective – Excellent interpersonal skills and approachability – Strong conflict resolution/management skills – Knowledge of learning styles and techniques  – Knowledge of HR best practices and processes – Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – Excellent team building and relationship building capabilities – Ability to maintain highly confidential information – Leadership quality and ability to supervise, guide and motivate Tax and Legal professionals – Extensive knowledge about the Tax Environment in the Middle East Region – Knowledgeable about the International Tax Environment in the Middle East Region

    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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    HR Enablement Supervising Associate – Saudi National | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We believe our Talent Team is an exciting and challenging environment in which to develop your career. As a leading professional services firm, we know that our strength and capability come from our people – their different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds. The opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is wishing to pursue a career in HR to gain valuable skills providing administrative support to the wider team. You will work across the HR Enablement function, with Talent Services and collaborate with other Talent functions to ensure consistency of user experience, client satisfaction, timeliness and responsiveness of service, quality of service, efficiency of delivery etc. You will also be required to assist with the overall support, coordination and logistics of HR Enablement project management and deployment. The role would also support specific teams within HR Enablement as and when required, such as Onboarding, and Exit. Your key responsibilities HR Enablement coordination – Provide project management support across all areas of Enablement to enable deployment across MENA, key areas being-Record Keeping, Contract Management, Onboarding, Exit, Probation and the HR Contact Centre. – Understand and have knowledge of key talent processes – Manage trackers ensuring attention to detail – Provide advice to employees and counsellors as appropriate – Coordinate team and Cluster calls, managing actions and follow-up with respective team members – Coordinate team training, overseeing attendance and then usage of new skills ‘on the ground’ Exit Coordination – The secondary purpose of the role is to support the Central Exit Team. Day to day activities will focus on KSA, however the role will provide exposure to the MENA centralized model and regional team. The Exit Consultant is required to oversee the transition of departing employees in KSA. – The role requires system administration, liaison with varying function teams, employee/Business support, consultation and advice to our internal clients. – The Exit Consultant is responsible for the identification and execution of resolutions pertaining to process flow and the seamless management of Employee exits. – The Exit Consultant is required to have deep knowledge and understanding of EY’s HR policies and procedures and local law and how these are applied by location. The Exit Consultant will always look to use best practice to guarantee an exceptional experience for employees and the Business. – Ensure the business mitigate any form of risk. – Play a key role in employee retention and understanding attrition – Required to work independently with some guidance from the Exit Lead. – Identify areas of improvement to improve service quality and delivery – Build and maintain relationships across the Talent Team and the business – Provide timely feedback to team members – Act as a point of contact between the HR Enablement Team to ensure that Talent activities are executed – Maintain knowledge of HR practices and key trends – Effectively work with Shared services along with the HR Enablement team

    Skills and attributes for success – Managing strong relationships with HR Consultants and other functions to ensure that their expectations are managed and met – Developing knowledge of HR policy and practice so that incoming work can be processed and queries resolved by you at the first point of contact – Proactively suggesting process improvements and a willingness to take on additional projects – Knowledge of HR systems, basic HR measurement and process improvement preferred – Experience in metrics reporting and analysis preferred – Experience with Shared Services would be an advantage To qualify for the role, you must have – 4-7 years’ experience of working in HR operations within a professional services firm or a complex organization – A bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related discipline – Familiar with country immigration and labour laws – Experience in working within MENA region – Experience of working ‘cross border’ – Fluent in English – Experience with local labor laws including Immigration process and requirements – Excellent communicator; English, both written and verbal – Ability to challenge – Negotiation skills – Highly competent in the use of Excel, Word and PowerPoint – Competence in the understanding of system functionality – Must be an Arabic speaking national Ideally, you’ll also have – A passion to pursue your CIPD in the future or already have this qualification – Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate process and procedures clearly – An enthusiastic, can do approach and be a strong team player What we look for We are interested in professionals who is wishing to pursue a career in HR to gain valuable skills providing administrative support to the wider team. We’re looking for someone like you who has the autonomy to manage their stakeholders, offering advice on best practice delivering high quality administrative support to your team. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Transaction Diligence Executive | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Transactions Diligence Executive, you’ll help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. Our team of strategic advisors sits at the heart of a global Transaction Diligence network of specialists who deliver high quality advice through each phase of the transaction process. Our core work is due diligence, assessing a target company’s finances and business projections, identifying opportunities, risks, sensitivities and potential mitigations, and reporting on these to our clients, their banks, investors and other parties. The opportunity You will be working in teams with experienced due diligence professionals, where you will learn and develop the skills you need to perform due diligence in a range of situations and sectors. There is the opportunity for and likelihood of travel within MENA. When working on projects you will almost always be working as part of a wider cross service line team. As you progress your career with EY, you will have the opportunity to work on more complex transactions, increasingly lead teams, begin to build relationships with our clients and other members of the corporate finance community and take on broader roles within our business. Your key responsibilities – As an executive within the Transaction Diligence team, you’ll participate in due diligence engagements related to transactions involving private equity investor groups and strategic corporate buyers. – You’ll analyse the financial and operational results of companies targeted for sale by reviewing accounting records and participating in interviews with management. – You’ll work effectively as a team member by demonstrating your commitment to quality, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress.

    Skills and attributes for success – Individuals with strong analytical skills will flourish in this environment as you will regularly assist in researching technical accounting issues to evaluate implications on transaction valuation and structuring and prepare analyses of financial information to assess trends and fluctuations. – Good communication skills will also be a key attribute for success within this role as you will be required to assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and develop and maintain productive working relationships with clients. To qualify for the role you must have – Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting and/or related major. – Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably with previous due diligence exposure. – Knowledge of IFRS. – Able to analyse financial and non-financial information to formulate views and conclusions. – Strong analytical, presentation and report writing skills – Excellent command of spoken and written English Ideally, you’ll also have – Transactions/auditing experience – Client facing experience from a professional services background – Proficiency in Arabic What we look for Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Consulting Manager – TM | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Transformation Management practice, within Project Portfolio Management services, will provide you with the opportunity to help organisations balance long term strategies and short term imperatives to optimise their investments and strategic activity required to achieve the organisation’s business objectives. We help enhance organisations project and programme performance by identifying alternative project approaches, consistently aligning projects with corporate strategy, setting the tone and pace of programmes from the outset, responding quickly and effectively to crisis situations, and extracting value from agile programme delivery. As part of our team, you’ll help our clients understand what makes business transformation programmes successful, from programme delivery structures and business engagement models to key technical issues and ongoing learning and improvement. We share knowledge and experience to complement our clientsexisting capabilities which propels them to the next level of Portfolio delivery.This is an exciting opportunity to work within a high growth Consulting team, where you will play a key role in developing and delivering strategy based projects, to clients in the Government and Public Sector in Saudi Arabia. We focus on helping solve client problems by offering both strategic and operational expertise. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with companies and organisations, always ensuring that we are able to bring the best insights and solutions to help them tackle whatever critical issues they may face. You will be part of PwCs Programme and Project Management team, interacting with industry professionals and experts whom will help you build and deploy the strong project management skills required to be part of a large-scale nationwide transformation initiatives. You will be exposed to the PwC proprietary methodologies and tools built from experiences from numerous prior engagements and leading practices, to enable you to efficiently and effectively deliver to our clients in a timely and reliable manner.Responsibilities:• Manage and run a wide variety of projects including but not limited to: Transformation Projects, IT Implementations, Business Process Re-engineering, Feasibility Studies etc.• Risk, issue and change management – maintain mechanisms to manage change control, risks and issues within specific projects• Identify project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards• Document any business requirements for specific initiatives/projects• Organize the activities of specific program/project areas• Monitor project budgets and prepare regular status reports• Evaluate project outcomes in terms of quality, consistency, accuracy, overall value, completion dates and provider performance• Ensure that recording and maintaining a project database containing all related information, (data, documents, reports etc.) takes place• Lead knowledge building and sharing, using knowledge management methodologies, techniques, and processes• Coordinate with others to utilize learning and development tools and techniques to analyze, identify and communicate requirements for change

    Requirements• The ideal candidate will have the ability to lead multiple projects and leadership skills to engage with diverse stakeholders• 6 – 10 years of experience in a similar role, out of which a minimum of 2 years of experience in a PMO preferably within the Government and Public Sector• Familiarity with best practices in PMO structures and operating models• Be passionate about client service• Self-motivated, confident – a strong work ethic• Successful performance within team environments, enjoy being part of a team• Excellent organizational skills, having the ability to prioritize work load whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines• Experience in overseeing and reporting progress of large-scale programs• Knowledge/understanding of the Middle East Government and Public Sector including a deep understanding of global trends in the Government and Public Sector• Experience of driving large-scale change• Sector exposure and experience of different labor reforms.• Planning and reporting tools, including Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Primavera P6• Excellent communication skills in English and Arabic (verbal and written)

    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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    Human Capital Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in our Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people. You’ll focus on helping the local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.Our Human Resources teams support initiatives and programmes including, customer support, business operations, data and analytics, technology systems, recruitment services and on-boarding, workforce mobility, contingent workforce, and people and programmes support.Human Capital Associate Job Description We are looking to employ an HR Associate with outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. An HR Coordinator is expected to have fantastic organizational and time management skills. You will need to have excellent administrative and IT skills with the ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment.Responsibilities:• Assist with all internal and external HR related inquiries or requests.• Maintain both hard and digital copies of employees’ records.• Perform orientations and update records of new staff.• Assist in issuing employment contracts.• Coordinate with the main office in HR related matters.• Looking after the business and employee’s needs. • Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events and maintain agendas.• Perform orientations and update records of new staff.• Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.• Assist with payroll and ad-hoc HR projects.• Support other assigned functions.• Keep up to date with the latest HR trends and best practices.• Assist in HR programs and indicatives as required.

    Requirements:• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Administration or related (essential).• 2 -3 years of experience as an HR Specialist, Coordinator or/and HR administrative assistant / HR executive assistant in well-known companies (essential).• Great public relations skills.• Exposure to Labor Law and employment equity regulations.• Effective HR administration and people management skills.• Exposure to payroll practices.• Full understanding of HR functions and best practices.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.• Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.• Highly computer literate with capability in email, tracking system, reporting, analytics, Google apps, creative google slides use, MS Office and related business and communication tools.• Strong organizational and time management skills.• Meticulous, attentive to detail.

    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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    Service Delivery Excellence Senior Manager | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. In this role, you will play an important part in driving growth on large scale technology and transformation projects. These projects come with complexity and risk and thus a robust delivery framework is necessary to drive quality outcomes for our clients, our business and our people. The opportunity The EMEIA Consulting Service Delivery Excellence team is seeking an experienced, structured and high-energy Senior Manger to handle a wide array of business tasks alongside the EMEIA Consulting Service Deliver Excellence Leader. As Excellence Support Leader you will play a pivotal role, you will work alongside global and regional delivery excellence and risk management colleagues in evaluating and mitigating program risk. You will bring formality and structure to how we deliver on large scale projects from methodology and process, to tools and technology, to skillsets and leverage models, through to pricing and risk management. This is an excellent opportunity to work with EMEIA Consulting Leadership. Your key responsibilities – Develop a maturity journey for best practice service delivery excellence, and work with regions to develop glidepath to bridge any gaps from current state to future state – Balance an area perspective while being closely connected to the global team to define and deliver against the opportunities and optimize in a way that leverages the EMEIA talent pool and opportunities. – Work closely with regions to optimize delivery on high-risk programs – Many of these projects will be deals that draw on Hubs while pulling together a diverse service mix, including GDS and contingent labour. This requires experience in: – Delivering large scale transformative projects – Understanding use of contingent labour – Multi-party vendor management – Building outsource relationships and allowing us to use them selectively and appropriately to augment our capability and pricing and investment needs. – Support the development of onshore HUB development and make sure that these large-scale tech projects also leverage the connections with TAX, Strategy and PAS.

    Skills and attributes for successTo qualify for the role you must have – Understanding and experience in delivering complex, large scale transformation projects – Ability to engage with key stakeholders at all levels and influence change and create buy-in and support – Ability to conduct and outline methodologies for quality assurance on projects – Clear stakeholder identification and support both in terms of expectations and execution – Ability to engage with senior program managers on program cost, quality, resourcing and timelines on expectations and delivery Ideally, you’ll also have – Ability to manage ambiguity, and relationships between Global and local teams – Ability to flex working hours to accommodate global stakeholders – Ability to facilitate discussions and meetings – Ability to build virtual networks across different cultures, run effective conference calls/meetings to drive outcomes and agreed actions – Highly effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to distill complex information to be easily digestible for a variety of audiences. Good command of the English language (verbal and written) – Willingness to learn and adapt, and build strong relationships – Cultural sensitivity and global mindset – Team player What we look for A self-starter that is comfortable with taking initiative, a leader with strong interpersonal skills able to establish effective relationships and work well with a wide variety of people across functions and levels. A good communicator and influencer who leads by example. What we offer As part of this role, you’ll work in a highly integrated, global team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. Please apply to this role only through the ‘Apply’ link (not through the local office). Your application will then be routed to the appropriate recruiting team. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

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    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Senior Associate – Strategic Support | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    MENA Assurance – Strategic Support (Senior Associate level), KuwaitWorking with the MENA Assurance Operations Team, you will provide analysis & reporting to support leadership decisions. You will also carry out project management tasks for special projects that contribute to achievement of the business objectives. Your key responsibilities – You’ll likely balance your time between both project management and analytics. – We’ll also look to you to support with reaching out to multiple people at all levels of the organisation across geographies to gather required information as well as to create leadership presentations.

    To qualify for the role you must have – Strong data analytics and Excel skills (including complex pivot tables and charts) – Excellent oral and written communication skills – Strong creative mindset to make powerful MS PowerPoint presentations – Ability to analyse and relate relevant information/data from multiple sources – Ability to work with minimum supervision, multitask and work collaboratively with virtual teams – The willingness to meet tight deadlines and work with flexibility Ideally, you’ll have – Masters in Business Administration – 5+ years of proven work experience with at least 3 years being post last degree – BIG 4 or Business Consulting experience will be a distinct advantage What we look for A quick learner, who can collate information in multiple dimensions to draw out meaningful insights. A proactive approach to work and the curiosity to seek out new challenges. If you’re ready to make a real contribution to our goal of building a better working world, this role is for you. What working at EY offers – We offer a competitive compensation package – a culture that encourages people to speak up, learn and thrive in a diverse environment – Career support from some of the most engaging colleagues in the business – The ability to take on different responsibilities and learn new skills – Remote working About EY As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. Apply now.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More