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    Software Developer | Excelsior Group ME

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client, a software company based in Abu Dhabi are looking to hire for the position of Software Developer with the following requirements:• Must have an experience at least 3-5 years in UAE.Knowledge:• Trainer, Expert in HTML5, ASP.NET, JAVA SCRIPT, CSS,JQUERY, WEB SERVICES, MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT

    The candidate must have the following:• Must be based in the U.A.E• Must be fluent in both English and Arabic

    Excelsior is a bespoke HR and recruitment consultancy, specialising in the Security, Facilities Management, Education and Automotive sectors. Excelsior provides a high quality, reliable and affordable solution to companies in these sectors.

    Exciting opportunities and market insights will be regularly posted on this page. If you are a talented individual looking for a change, then our highly experienced Consultants are ready to match you with an exciting new career opportunity. More

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    Business Development Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    C&M – Business Development Manager – Dubai- IFSLine of ServiceIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryAssurance – Clients and Markets – Risk Business Development Strategy Execution Manager The successful candidate will work within the Assurance Clients and Markets (C&M) team, and report directly to the Risk Markets leaderBU overviewThe Clients & Markets team is a team of specialist professionals who focus on marketing, business development and client pursuit. A career in the Clients & Markets team within Assurance will provide you with the opportunity to contribute to the growth of the Assurance business and the implementation of our Assurance strategy through meaningful data insights, actionable customer and competitor insights, as well a s the effective use of our CRM system. In a business development role, you will support the growth agenda of the Risk business by working directly with the Risk leadership, driving industry-targeted and account-targeted insights, and carrying out extensive data analysis. You will build strategic partnerships across the firm, and will be using effective written and verbal communications to ensure our initiatives support the Assurance strategy as well as the overall PwC strategy. ResponsibilitiesYour responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Business development strategy – Collaborate with Risk leadership to drive the development and implementation of the Risk business development strategy to achieve growth in priority markets, industries and accounts – with tangible metrics and KPIs – Drive xLoS (cross Line of Service) collaboration and activation of Risk within the firm’s ME priority account programme, through alignment with the firm’s GRPs and account drivers – Support the Risk leadership with development of new Risk propositions in response to identified market needs  – Proactively communicate with all Risk engagement leaders and become the first point of contact in regards to business development strategy – Drive market insights, perform competitor analysis and share insights and suggested action plans with Risk leadership – Drive the client assignment feedback initiative and make recommendations based on the results to inform future client relationship management Reporting and data analysis – Report on Risk revenue, pipeline information, wins and losses for key clients and penetration of ME Priority Accounts – Analyse results to identify opportunities and propose action plans – Support with ad-hoc data analysis requests from the wider Risk team – Gain an in-depth understanding of Salesforce CRM reports/ dashboards to monitor relevant KPIs for the Risk business  – Build and maintain Salesforce reports/ dashboards to analyse trends and draw insights, make informed decisions and recommendations to the Risk leadership – Be a Salesforce champion and promote best practice use of the platform across the business  – Report data inconsistencies to the Assurance Salesforce adoption lead and collaborate in correcting user behaviour Internal processes – Liaise with the Risk Marketing manager to find synergies and opportunities to collaboratively drive growth – Liaise with the Core Business Development Strategy Execution Manager to find crossovers and opportunities to collaboratively drive growth – Promote collaboration, trust and improvement across the Assurance Clients & Markets function as well as between Assurance and the wider Clients & Markets team – Collaborate with colleagues from across the Middle East firm (and Global where there are cross-network opportunities) and across all lines of service – Communicate with internal operations teams across the Middle East to find any pressing issues and be proactive in finding solutions  Brand awareness and formatting – Assist with formatting content and ensure all produced content is in accordance with the PwC brand – Create presentations that are visually appealing and in line with the PwC brand  Internal communications  – Prepare materials for regular internal meetings and practice updates – Produce monthly updates on behalf of Risk Markets Leader for the Assurance Leadership Team, including updates on priority accounts, key C&M activities, channel agility, pipeline and wins – Draft communications to key internal clients and senior stakeholders – On a monthly basis, contribute to the central Assurance newsletter. Identify key wins or relevant Risk news to be published Learning & Development  – Identify areas of continuous personal development and technical upskilling – Be curious and identify areas for improvement in processes within the Assurance Clients and Markets team

    Requirements:- The successful candidate will have in depth knowledge of business development principles, with an excellent understanding of current trends in the domain  – The candidate should also have in depth knowledge of the Professional Services Industry, including latest market developments, best practises and trends  – The candidate must have significant personal presence and strong interpersonal skills, enabling successful interaction with senior stakeholders – The preferred candidate will have strong data analytical skills and natural flair for handling data, with a willingness and potential to be upskilled digitally on various platforms such as Salesforce, Power BI, Alteryx and others – The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual, with a strong sense of personal accountability for delivery and the ability to work independently. They must be able to prioritise workload, whilst being resilient and able to meet tight deadlines – The candidate should have experience of working with a diverse team, and have strong interpersonal skills, enabling effective communication with business representatives at all levels of the organisation – The preferred candidate will have strong presentation, verbal and written communication skills. They must be able to communicate with impact in both oral and written form in order to build credibility and trust with senior business and C&M contacts, and influence key stakeholders in both communities – Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a business discipline is preferred – Proven experience of working on business development strategy planning and execution projects – Years of experience: 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably within a professional services environment – Proven IT skills in programmes such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Google suite – Language skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Fluent in English but multilingual Arabic speaker preferable

    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 Consultant/Manager – Technology Consulting | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Senior Consultant/Manager- Technology Consulting- Oracle- Fusion SCM- O2CWhole industries have been disrupted and transformed in recent years by digital technology. As a technology consulting professional, you’ll help businesses realize the value they can gain from their IT investments – supporting strategy and being a key growth driver. As part of a high-performing team, you’ll deliver exceptional client service – providing advice on how technology enablement, digital transformation and enterprise intelligence contribute to performance improvement, as well as how technology can act as multiplying effect during major program transformations. As organizations look to leverage the advantage technology offers, we’ll work with you to develop the consultancy and analytical skills that you’ll need in today’s environment. Working on projects that cross borders and sectors, the experiences you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. The opportunity We are looking for an Oracle Fusion SCM/Order to Cash (O2C) Consultant, with a total experience of 7-10 years who can understand business requirements and other technical specifications, to join our rapidly expanding Technology Consulting team. Key Responsibilities: – Requirements gathering and documentation using AIM / OUM or other prescribed methodologies – Maintenance and enhancements to existing Oracle Fusion SCM modules like Product Management, Order Management Cloud, Pricing, Manufacturing, Inventory, Costing, Planning – Conduct CRP sessions, Participate in design reviews and discussions – Map client requirements against Oracle Fusion SCM Modules like Product Management, Order Management Cloud, Pricing, Manufacturing, Inventory, Costing, Planning – Should be able to interpret functional requirements and able to deliver and design it from offshore – Design module specific solution in the context of the integrated Oracle Fusion – Capable of handling Solution Design /Functional Fit-Gap /Training/Testing sessions – Assist business user during CRPs/SITs/UATs – Prepare quality deliverables – Prepare test scripts and test cases – Conduct trainings – Prepare quality deliverables- Support Project Management Office (PMO) 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.

    Key Profile Requirements: – 7-10 years of relevant experience working in Oracle ERP SCM (Earlier called as E-Business Suite) with at least 5 years of experience in Fusion SCM – Should have worked in at least 2 full life cycle implementations with at least one of the implementations on Fusion SCM – Experience of having a client facing role – Good exposure in handling integrations and data conversion activities – Experience in solution design and drafting functional specs and driving the solution – Application configuration, test case preparation and execution 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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    Senior Manager / Manager | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Sr. Managers and Managers – Valuations, Business Modeling, Economic Advisory – Saudi ArabiaStrategy & Transactions (SaT) Valuation, Modeling and Economic Advisory (VME) 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. Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Business Valuations Senior Manager or Manager, 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 Valuation & Modeling and Economics network of specialists who deliver high quality solutions on values creation through each phase of a decision-making support process. The opportunity EY has an established industry leading Valuation and Modeling and Economics practice. We advise our clients in addressing their strategic planning, transaction and non-transaction related decision-making process including strategic planning, identification and assessment of value creation financial reporting, market valuation for transactional purpose etc. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. EY has dedicated teams providing full suite of Valuation, Modeling and Economic Advisory solutions across a range of industries and clients, including: – Real Estate, Hospitality and Construction (RHC) – Business Modeling & Valuations – Government Public Sector (GPS) – Economic Advisory (EA) – Decision Analytics (DA) – Capital Equipment Your key responsibilities – As a Senior Manager or Manager within Valuation Modeling and Economics team, you are likely to spend your day-to-day meeting with clients to develop a portfolio of engagements and working on commercial issues, working with management on parts of the acquisition process or transformation plans and regularly undertake valuations for strategic priorities. – You will also be responsible for building strong client relationships, spotting opportunities for new business, as well as developing and coaching junior members of the team.

    Skills and attributes for success – Strategic – you will help clients be forward-looking as they seek to identify and quantify sources of value creation. You will need to have a solution-oriented mind-set to act as an advisor to leverage on EY capabilities and assist clients in solving their issues and unlocking potential for value growth – Commercial – as part of the team you will regularly advise businesses on valuations issues with regards to acquisition, divestitures or restructuring and provide fairness opinions on transactions and restructurings To qualify for the role you must have – A bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting or business and at least 5-8 years of related business valuation work experience; or a graduate degree and at least 8 to 10 years of related experience. – Solution driven individual and “out-of-comfort” zone thinker with demonstrated record of solving complex problems and completing challenging projects – Autonomous with demonstrated experience in handling and developing clients’ relationship, proactive in reporting to Director/Partner – Previous business valuation, capital allocation, portfolio optimization, corporate finance or strategy background experience – Financial modeling skills including experience building models from scratch. – Broad understanding of IFRS standards related to fair value measurements, business combination, impairment testing etc. Ideally, you’ll also have – Middle East experience is beneficial, but not required – Previous valuation experience in consulting firm or Big 4 Firm – Previous experience in coaching teams of junior and senior staff – Financial modeling experience – High business acumen and strategic mind set What we look for We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for valuations and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients goals. 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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    Network Security Engineer | Manpower Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Network Security Engineer – 12 months contract renewableRole Summary/Purpose As a Network Security Engineer you will work very closely with Global Technical Security Manager, properties, EHS, IT, Security Directors and you will give your full support related to any security project for their sites. As the Network Security Engineer you will lead engineering efforts for deployment of standardized security system engagement across CLIENT buildings and projects Globally Essential Responsibilities • Responsible to implement all engineering and technical aspects of Technical Security Program and processes in CLIENT facilities as well as new office projects Globally Coordinate with multiple office sites for the implementation and maintenance of standardized security systems in full compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements.• Deliver the Security System, upgrade programs for all CLIENT sites / offices. • Prepare and stage for new systems & technology product testing• Carry out security system design in conjunction with Project Managers and Sourcing.• Prepare security system drawings, preparation of scope of works, parts list and tender documents. Manage tender process.• Drive, support and manage implementation of all SRCM programs at multiple sites across the region• Drive metrics and compliance with all CLIENT programs, processes and requirements across all facilities managed sites.• Conduct compliance and management system audits and reviews necessary to meet company and local compliance requirements and reduce risk and liability.• Ensure implementation of induction programs for local employees and contractors/service companies in basic SRCM awareness and CLIENT local rules• Identify SRCM resource requirements, and ensure appropriate allocation of resources, activities, prioritizing based on assessed risk and compliance requirements.• Ensure documentation and reporting of all necessary information and metrics for all SRCM programs across all FACILITIES managed facilities’ processes and occupants.• Interfacing contractors, systems integrators, government agencies,security suppliers / vendors, facilities manager

    • Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent in Engineering or Technology with 5 years working experience management experience in corporate security demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility and accountability within an international corporate environment or BTech/National Higher diploma in Occupational Engineering.• 5+ years of professional practical demonstrable experience in SRCM management (preferably in both office and industrial sites across multi- sites/countries.• Experience working with SRCM standards and regulations• Knowledge and technical depth of security management concepts including physical security, information protection and crisis management/emergency preparedness.• Demonstrated knowledge of risk assessment techniques.• Proven ability to self-manage, self-motivate and drive team performance – able to organize and focus teams and tasks remotely.• Strong leadership, interpersonal, influencing, communication and presentation skills.• Computer skills/literacy and experience working with digital online databases.Eligibility Requirements:• Previous work experience with integrated security systems is mandatory. Prior CLIENT experience is preferred.• Must be willing to comply with pre-employment screening, which may include drug testing, reference verification and background check.• Must be willing to travel approximately 25% of the time.• Must be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to respond to SRCM- related crises/emergencies.Desired Characteristics • Graduate degree in Engineering, or Technology with 5+ years of relevant security & crisis management experience with an international corporation already operating within the region.• Professional qualifications –Valid Professional Certification with any of the following manufacturers & Products in each domain (CCTV, Access Control) is a must Lenel Onguard, Nedap AEOS, Honeywell Axis, Avigilon, Milestone, Genetec, Pelco ? Cisco CCNA, CCNP, CCDAVmware, AWS, Azure• Experience in designing and managing security systems to include but not limited to Access Control, Closed Circuit TV, and Intrusion system is a must.• Prior working knowledge in network including (IP Address planning, switch configuration, VLANs, L3 router) is a must.• Working knowledge with AutoCAD is a must• Prior working knowledge in object-oriented programming through C/C++, JAVA, C# is advantageous.• Prior working knowledge in Cyber security or having cyber security fundamentals.• Fundamentals of cloud computing would be advantageous.• Project management skills (APM,PMP) would be advantageous.• International certification such as Certified Protection Professional & Certified Security Management Systems.• Experience in managing third party delivery• Expert Knowledge of Security regulations• Good organizational, project management and analytical skills.• Culturally aware.• Independent thinker, capable of identifying emerging issues and recommending appropriate mitigation.• Ability to self-manage/motivate and independently drive performance in a challenging environment.• Needs to be confident and display enthusiasm and energy for Security. Must have a ‘can-do’ attitude.• Demonstrated ability to deliver against measurable goals.• Ability to work on flexible aware schedules with international team in different time zones.

    We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

    ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world’s most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise – 3600 offices in over 80 countries – we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

    ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership.
    Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

    Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:

    IT & Telecommunications
    Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
    Banking, Finance & Legal
    Sales & Business Development
    Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
    Human Resources & Training
    Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
    Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
    Executive Recruitment
    Emiratization Solutions
    Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
    Managed Service Provider Solutions
    Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
    Outsourced Staffing Solutions More

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    Director – Agriculture, Food & Sustainability | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consulting – G&PS – Agriculture, Food & Sustainability – Director (UAE)Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorIntl Government, OrganisationsSpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelDirectorJob Description & SummaryA career within Government & Public Sector consulting will provide you with the opportunity to help organizations reimagine their operations through a strategic lens to turn complexity into acompetitive advantage. Our focus is to help our clients create differentiating capabilities that drive competitive advantages by developing plans to navigate their challenges, seeing what’s possible, and turning that into a reality. We assist our clients in transforming operations from the way they engage their customers to executing strategic programmes to achieve enterprise wide operational excellence.PwC’s Agriculture, Food & Sustainability sector practice is growing a team focusing on supporting multinational clients and government agencies across the agricultural value chain on strategy, innovation & commercial excellence. The focus is on improving the performance and sustainability trajectory of agricultural businesses and government agencies through multiyear journeys using the full range of PwC service offerings, including but limited to corporate strategy, agritech, innovation, performance improvement, supply-chain transformation & change management.What you’ll create and doAs a Director, you’ll be responsible for a team of problem solvers, helping to address complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to: – 45% business & practice development – 55% delivery on active client engagements – Generate demand for PwC’s services through direct market engagement and working with existing and targeted clients to help them define their needs – Work with PwC competencies to apply strategic integrated capabilities and shape their go to market approach  – Help identify target clients and initiate and maintain contact with them by leveraging existing relationships and developing new ones – Work with account leadership to develop, create and review account plans in the Agriculture, Food & Sustainability space and support the management of the portfolio – Drive all aspects of the end-to-end sales cycle from opportunity identification through to bid preparation, risk management and contract close. – You’ll do this with the support of relevant competencies but are expected to be able to lead the process when and where required to successfully deliver proposals to potential or existing clients – Collaboratively engage target clients to understand their business needs, identify the appropriate PwC competencies to support them, and introduce relevant industry leadership and competency leaders to the target clients to assist them in building sustainable relationships such that competencies build their market knowledge, expand their sector relationships and lead the development of proposals to clients – Lead the delivery of strategic advisory engagements billable to target clients and expand those engagements to include PwC competencies and grow the revenue potential of those engagements – Support the delivery teams through project oversight, SMS advice and guidance, supporting client interaction and ensuring the delivery teams are enabled to deliver with confidence and manage client relationships as you move on to the next opportunity – Establish, develop, strengthen and maintain relationships with people at all levels in the Agriculture, Food & Sustainability market (across Business, Ministries, Agencies, Regulators and Regulated Entities) and use these relationships to build PwC’s brand and value proposition to target clients and in the market – Work within PwC to develop thought leadership and points of view for internal and external use in order to shape market demand for services – Distribute relevant thought leadership to the team and network with the wider firm to gather Middle East and Global market insights, strengthen relationships, build your network of PwC expertise – Support knowledge management by working with competencies to keep the industry citation database up to date – Network with business partners in the market to support the creation of value for clients through partnerships and joint business relationships

    What you’ll bring to this role- A demonstrated ability in growing and managing diverse teams that deliver high quality work – Worked in a professional services environment/can bring consulting experience – Extensive experience in a high profile relationship development and project delivery in the Agriculture, Food Business, or Environmental space.  – Proven ability at meeting sales targets & providing excellent client service delivery experience – Highly capable in responding to RFPs and proposal writing, ideally for a professional services firm – Exceptional commitment to providing excellent client service, by building and maintaining productive relationships with both internal and external clients – Confident to negotiate and influence effectively, with an ability to challenge in a constructive manner – Excellent organizational skills, having the ability to prioritize workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines – Ability to lead and contribute to team success – Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including experience presenting in a business context – An interest in upskilling for a digital world and technology trends especially Agritech and an openness to learning new tools and using them on client engagements

    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 Manager – Consulting, Finance Transformation | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryPwC Global Overview At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 208,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC Middle East OverviewEstablished in the region for over 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 6,000 people across 12 countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and the United Arab Emirates. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market, and beyond.Line of Service Overview In Consulting, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the best across industry and professional functional advisory services. We focus on helping solve client problems by offering both strategic and operational deep industry expertise. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with companies and organizations, always ensuring that we are able to bring the best insights and solutions to help them tackle whatever critical issues they may face. Our Consulting practice currently focuses on several core industry sectors including (Consumer and Industrial Products & Services, Energy, Utilities & Mining, Financial Services, Government, Health Industries, Finance Function, People and Organisation, Economics and Sustainability, and Technology)Business Unit and Role Overview You will be working within the Finance Function Effectiveness team, which provides advisory services focused on the CFO agenda. The team works across a broad range of industries and delivers projects throughout the Middle East region. The work we typically undertake includes: – Defining Finance Function Strategy and designing Finance Function operating model – Designing Organisation Structure for Finance – Developing Finance Policies and Processes – Designing Costing and Enterprise Performance Management  As a competency, you will support multiple Industry Verticals. However, we expect you to bring expertise in Industrial Products, Telecom, Financial Sector, Oil and Gas or Government Sector. 

    Qualifications/Educational background- Masters or MBA  – Finance and/or Technology (preferable) – Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting  or Technology Years of Experience- 8-12 years of experience in a similar industry / role Requirements- Arabic Language skills is mandatory- Experience in conducting Finance Function assessments and opportunity funneling for pilots – Experience in providing process expertise for implementation in end-to-end processes (Order to Cash, Record to Report, Procure to Pay) covering design and implementation – Experience in designing operating models, governance and communication frameworks within Finance Function – Good understanding of change management and coaching needs to adopt in client environments – Experience with implementation and/or implementation supervision of full life cycle ERP systems (SAP, Oracle or Others)  – Proven Track Record in Sales of Professional Services of US$ 1 million – 1.5 million annually – Proven track record in Revenue Under Management (implementation oversight and control) of US$ 1.5 million – Proven experience of delivering high-quality strategic engagements across multiple industries  – Strong interest and passion for developing, growing and leading a team through advanced coaching and mentoring, as well as proactive knowledge sharing. – The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East or where the project requirements dictate.

    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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    2022 Recruiting Benchmarks for Scaling Startups

    What You’ll Learn: Top recruiting trends for small to medium size businesses (in the US, companies with less than 10,000 employees, in the UK, less than 1000) Benchmarking metrics for value-driven recruitment strategies, including equity, efficiency, and transparency As a scaling startup or mid-size business, what your 2022 recruiting metric goals should be About this […] More