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    Senior Manager – ESG Reporting | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Assurance – ESG “Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance – Reporting – Senior Manager – DubaiLine of ServiceIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryWe currently have an opportunity for an ambitious and highly motivated experienced professional with a proven track record in high quality delivery of client projects within the ESG space. You will help drive the ESG Reporting agenda for PwC across the Middle East. The candidate will preferably have experience in the region specifically in both defining and implementing an ESG Reporting strategy (including embedding a framework, controls and producing the report) as well as in providing assurance against ESG reporting standards.At the outset of hiring you will be responsible for sizing the market and help define the go-to-market strategy, alongside help in building an ESG assurance community across the region for PwC Middle East.  You will be required to possess strong project management skills as the delivery role requires client management, project budgeting and finance management, coaching and resource management on a portfolio of clients. A key part of delivery will be the creation, review and delivery of complex client deliverables which will include executive level reporting through to detailed design documentation.  – Your role will be to work with clients in identifying their relevant controls, processes and frameworks and recommend improvements in business processes and controls.  – You will have the ability to continuously develop your skills, taking a keen interest in trends in business processes and the impact on our clients. – You will be required to demonstrate extensive project management skills related to projects, including developing project plans, budgets, and deliverables schedules. – You will be required to demonstrate extensive abilities as a team leader, which includes creating a positive environment; monitoring workloads of the team while meeting client expectations; respecting the work-life quality of team members; providing candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner; and keeping leadership informed of progress. – The role also requires that the candidate is able to collaborate with colleagues across different competences within the firm. – The role also requires working with colleagues in all Middle Eastern offices on client audits and internal initiatives as well as with international teams where appropriate.  – The role includes wider responsibilities which will include collaborating with the engagement leader and manager of teams for agreeing budgets, communication of results and their impact on the overall project and making contributions to the final reporting.

    Requirements:  – Knowledge about ESG reporting frameworks (both KPIs preparation and providing assurance against them using international standards on assurance engagements) and experience of delivering such services  – Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a fast pace and a high energy that will translate into a high quality output.  – Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university – A professional qualification is preferred – Years of Experience : Ideally 10/15+ years of relevant experience  – Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. – Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Fluent in English but multilingual Arabic speaker preferable. – The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the project dictates.

    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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    Assistant Manager, Transformation Architecture | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As a Transformation Architecture Consultant in Transformation Architecture, you will be part of the team that helps clients solve enterprise-wide strategic, organizational, and operational issues by architecting solutions for complex problems. The focus activities would be related translating strategy, redesigning operating models, transforming the operations and processes, and improving overall business performance. You will be expected to define problems and hypothesize solutions, facilitate client discussions, and present proposed improvements, perform qualitative and quantitative research for analytical purpose and consolidate different findings to support implementation activities. Our consultants work expands beyond client work, as you would be expected to support on business development activities, proposal writing and knowledge building activities.At EY, we believe your career is a journey and we are committed to providing an array of exciting opportunities to help you find the career path that is right for you. The Opportunity: EY is looking for Transformation Architecture Consultants to join our expanding Business Consulting team in our Jordan Resource Hub. While this role will be based in our Amman office, you will be required to travel extensively for projects across GCC and other MENA locations. We are looking for consultants to join us at various grades (Assistant Manager/Manager). Your responsibilities: – Growth Strategy – assisting the client with developing a long-range, multi-year view of growth options and strategic recommendations. – Strategic Planning – assist in designing a sustainable process and tools for a client to run effective strategic, long-range, and initiative investment planning processes. – Enterprise cost reduction and operating model design – assisting the client to reduce costs across the enterprise, and to change the structure, governance, and metrics of the enterprise. – Value driver-based decision support – assisting the client to identify drivers of enterprise value, and translate those drivers into planning, reporting and decision support frameworks to support strategic and operational decision-making.

    Skills and attributes for success: – Degree in Business Management or other related fields. – Overall Experience: – 4-5+ years for Assistant Manager – 6-8+ years for Manager – Consulting experience in areas such as new business launch, business model innovation, enterprise operating model design & sector aligned Transformation Architecture experience is a must. – Individuals with post-graduate degrees and / or professional qualifications are encouraged to apply. – A team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills. – Proactive, dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure. – Good command of spoken and written English. – Good analytical, report-writing and presentation skills. – Strong drive to excel professionally. – Strong leadership qualities and a good record of extra-curricular activities. – Past relevant trainee/internship experiences. What we look for What’s most important is that you’re dedicated to working with your colleagues as part of a high-performing team. You’ll need to thrive in picking up new skills as you go, so natural curiosity, a lot of questions and the confidence to speak up when you see something that could be improved are essential. If you’re 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 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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    External Audit – Manager/Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

    As a Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.- Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.- Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.- Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.- Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.- Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm’s/client’s expectations.- Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.- Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.- Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.- Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    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 Clinical Healthcare Planner | VAMED Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tasks and responsibilitiesMarket Research and Benchmarking• Initiation, coordination, and analysis of market research, • Assist in feasibility studies and market penetration studies with external consultants, complete data analysis and develop reports. • Identify the regulatory and authorities requirements together with Design Development Manager• Provide and regular update of the database with relevant data and benchmarks.Facility Planning• Conduct analyses of space utilization, determine space requirements for expanding, and create solutions to meet evolving space needs together with the Design Development Manager.Service Planning• Macro Planning (health system/ facility master plans) and Micro Planning (Inpatient and Ambulatory Departmental Development). • Responsible for reviewing and coordinating the architectural floor plans, interior elevations of clinical spaces, and equipment plans together with Design Development Manager.• Prepare Medical and Operational Brief for health facilities with the input from the Design Development Manager, adhering to local bylaws and regulations.• Assisting with the preparation of concept paper / internal documents including reports, summaries, and presentations for investment decisions and organize approval process.Equipment and IT Planning• Coordinate and review with multidisciplinary team equipment based on the planned services• Coordinate and review with multidisciplinary team IT Systems based on the planned services

    Qualifications: • Master Degree in Medicine, or other healthcare related field. A postgraduate degree in Business Administration is a plus.• Experience: At least 10 years’ experience in healthcare facility planning and commissioning. • Good understanding of healthcare operations, business optimization and related processes. Skills and knowledge: • Good understanding of the international healthcare environment and healthcare project development. In-depth knowledge of local healthcare regulations and bylaws. • Experience and in depth knowledge about Hospital Information System requirements and functionalities. Knowledge about local insurance systems and related coding, such as:• Current Procedure Terminology (CPT)• Diagnosis Related grouping (DRG)• Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) • Foreign language(s): Fluent in English, knowledge of Arabic is a plus.

    Ever since its founding, the VAMED group has understood health to be a global, sustainable and holistic asset. VAMED may refer to a record of international success in all healthcare areas – prevention, acute care, rehabilitation, and nursing.

    VAMED’s international portfolio comprises the entire value chain from project development via the planning and construction of a healthcare facility, to highly specialized commercial, infrastructure, and technical services.

    The VAMED range of services is both wide and deep and, together with VAMED’s value chain, forms our USP that has made VAMED a leading healthcare provider with a global reach. More

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    Director | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The RoleBeing an important part of the sales side for Non-Banking Financial Institutions globally, delivering agreed sales and revenue targets across Global Markets along with identifying and cultivating cross-sell opportunities within the areas and geographies prescribed to build long term relationships.* Increasing cross-border implementation, adoption of best practices across geographies* Driving a results orientated transparent global performance culture* Mentoring and developing team members across GM Sales* Originating transactions on the Structured side and contributing to the FI team’s through flow products;* Deepening client engagement expanding the number of clients globally in order for us to grow the NBFI segment holistically, plus diversifying the client base especially for the liquidity drive of the bank with Official Institutions, including SWFsThe Candidate* Capability to work on structured deals : Novation’s, Structured Products, Financing (Repo, TRS, Repo to Maturity) deals across all Asset Class* Seeks to promote the bank’s strategic global brand v/s a network of influential contacts in many different spheres of the bank’s activities* Takes personal responsibility for driving the bank’s success demonstrating a high level or ownership and always places business interest/agenda foremost* Strong team player with the ability to deliver agreed sales and revenue targets across Global Markets.* Creates positive culture in line with company values, display the strength of character and charisma to inspire confidence, trust and loyalty in others* Capable to improve our Pricing capability and process (Murex, Macro for the expiries, Valuations* A role model who is able to build long tern partnerships that shape customer expectations, inspires others and exceeds customer expectations and provide value added services* Minimum degree in Accounting, Economics, Banking or Financial Management or equivalent* 10+ years relevant experience* Highly organized and able to cope with multiple responsibilities* Understand risk valuation and management control tools and performance measurements* Previous experience in a well-known International Bank* In-depth knowledge of Derivatives with Structuring background (Quantitative, Pricing)Salary and BenefitsCompetitive salary and company benefitsRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: www.roberthalf.ae/privacy-statement

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

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    Personal Assistant | A Leading Company In UAE

    Employment:

    Full Time

    An international family office is looking for a bilingual (English/ Russian) full-time Personal Assistant (PA) to power up its new office located in JLT in Dubai, UAE.This is a blended role that includes a mix of PA and Office Manager duties, so please read carefully and please do not hesitate to get in touch in case of any questions.Responsibilities• Planning and assistance of family office members’ day-to-day activities in Dubai• Calendar management, meetings, and travel planning and management• Secretarial and administrative duties in the office• Office management including maintenance and upkeep of office equipment and furniture• Coordination of office work and liaison with colleagues• Handling of the daily internal and external communication and correspondence

    • Fluency in English and Russian is a must (fluency in Arabic is a strong plus)• Flexibility and adaptability to dynamic working environment• Exceptional communication, organizational, and time-management skills• Promptness and impeccable executions skills• Ability to follow instructions clearly and accurately within a timely fashion• Proactivity and ability to deliver results• Strong knowledge of the office suite programs and above average IT skills• 3+ years of experience in a similar position or a comparable position in the hospitality/ luxury retail sector is a strong plus

    A leading company in UAE. More

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    Policy Administrator | Adecco

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Position – Policy AdministratorJob Location – LebanonExperience – 4 to 15 yearsShould be in Lebanon at presentPolicy Administrators operate in advisory roles and are concerned with the guiding rules and principles of insurances. Reviewing, developing and implementing policies and strategies for their assigned area is their main goal.

    Salary:
    USD
    800 to 1,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Experience – 4 to 15 yearsShould be in Lebanon at presentShould have insurance knowledge and experienceShould have policy administration knowledge and experience

    The Adecco Group is the world’s leading talent advisory and solutions company. We proudly make a difference in the working lives of 3.5 million people every year. Our culture is entrepreneurial and inclusive, and we are united by our passion for making a difference in the world of work. We work with over 100,000 organizations in 60 countries, enabling their success. We have 35,000 people working with us across more than 60 countries and territories.

    Adecco has been rapidly growing in the Middle East since 2008, developing a substantial footprint throughout the region. We work across 250 different clients, Adecco has more than 62 full time employees, working in 4 offices, servicing all countries across the GCC region. We offer Temporary Staffing, Permanent Placement, Executive Search, Assessments, Visa And Payroll, Outsourcing, PRO Solutions customised as per client requirements. Adecco Middle East Head Office is based in Dubai with a branch at Abu Dhabi. More

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    Senior Consultant to Director, Transformation Architecture | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Senior Consultant to Director, Transformation Architecture, Business ConsultingAs a Transformation Architecture Consultant in Transformation Architecture, you will be part of the team that helps clients solve enterprise-wide strategic, organizational, and operational issues by architecting solutions for complex problems. The focus activities would be related translating strategy, redesigning operating models, transforming the operations and processes, and improving overall business performance. You will be expected to define problems and hypothesize solutions, facilitate client discussions, and present proposed improvements, perform qualitative and quantitative research for analytical purpose and consolidate different findings to support implementation activities. Our consultants work expands beyond client work, as you would be expected to support on business development activities, proposal writing and knowledge building activities.At EY, we believe your career is a journey and we are committed to providing an array of exciting opportunities to help you find the career path that is right for you. The OpportunityEY is looking for Transformation Architecture Consultants to join our expanding Business Consulting team in Riyadh . We are looking for consultants to join us at various grades (Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager/Manager/Senior Manager/Director). For Senior Manager and Directors, sector experience in Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction (RHC), and Government & Public Sector (GPS) is highly preferable. Your responsibilities- Growth Strategy – assisting the client with developing a long-range, multi-year view of growth options and strategic recommendations. – Strategic Planning – assist in designing a sustainable process and tools for a client to run effective strategic, long-range, and initiative investment planning processes. – Enterprise cost reduction and operating model design – assisting the client to reduce costs across the enterprise, and to change the structure, governance, and metrics of the enterprise. – Value driver-based decision support – assisting the client to identify drivers of enterprise value, and translate those drivers into planning, reporting and decision support frameworks to support strategic and operational decision-making.

    Skills and attributes for success- Degree in Business Management or other related fields. – Overall Experience: – 3-5 years for Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager – 6-8 years for Manager – 8-10 years for Senior Manager – 12+ years for Director – Consulting experience in areas such as new business launch, business model innovation, enterprise operating model design & sector aligned Transformation Architecture experience is a must. – For Senior Manager and Directors, sector experience in Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction (RHC) , and Government & Public Sector (GPS) is highly preferable. – Individuals with post-graduate degrees and / or professional qualifications are encouraged to apply. – A team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills. – Proactive, dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure. – Good command of spoken and written English. – Good analytical, report-writing and presentation skills. – Strong drive to excel professionally. – Strong leadership qualities and a good record of extra-curricular activities. – Past relevant trainee/internship experiences. What we look for What’s most important is that you’re dedicated to working with your colleagues as part of a high-performing team. You’ll need to thrive in picking up new skills as you go, so natural curiosity, a lot of questions and the confidence to speak up when you see something that could be improved are essential. If you’re 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 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