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    Program Coordinator – eLearning | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Program Coordinator will join the team in the Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMA) region. As a Program Coordinator, you will report to the Delivery Manager and be responsible for day-to-day operational, administrative, reporting and logistical aspects of program delivery with the goal of ensuring a superior participant experience and timely delivery of activities.Client DetailsGlobal Management Consultancy.Description* Manage multiple touchpoints in the participants’ journeys including managing applications, verification of information, preparing lists for enrolment/unenrolment from the learning platform, event signs ups and progress tracking.* Manage outbound and inbound participant communications, including drafting and sending weekly communication and responding to queries within 48 hours.* Design, plan and schedule learning events including webinars, workshops and networking events. * Prepare run sheets, presentations, talking points and help ensure seamless execution of the agenda in collaboration with team members and program faculty members.* Coordinate and follow up with the tech/product team responsible online learning platform to define requirements, draft content as needed and execute updates.* Collect, manage and analyse program and participants’ data, synthesize findings and prepare reports with key insights.* Design and implement participant and faculty feedback surveys, analyse data and synthesize findings.* Document lessons learned, identify and suggest potential improvements and innovations to the participant journey; suggest such improvements and drive projects to execute prioritized initiatives.Job Offer6 month fixed term contract with the view to extend and convert in to a permanent role.

    * 4+ years of experience in a learning administration, coordination, or execution role, ideally in the context of a medium to large scale educational or training institution offering online and virtual programs.* Holder of a Bachelor’s or Masters in a related field.* Strong customer service orientation and mindset.* Ability to work with and manipulate large datasets for smooth operations and data analysis.* Proven project management skills, attention to detail and ability to proactively assess project status and highlight issues.* Pro-active doer with excellent ownership skills and high level of drive and initiative and a true self-starter.* Experience using excel, PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office tools. * Comfort learning and using digital tools for project management and communication.* Excellent oral and written communications skills, in English.* A team-builder and collaborator. Evidence of an outstanding ability to build strong, durable networks.

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

    Finance & Accounting
    Banking & Financial Services
    Procurement
    Property & Construction
    Engineering & Supply Chain
    Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering
    Human Resources
    Sales
    Marketing
    Technology
    Secretarial
    Executive Search
    Legal

    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

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    Night Auditor | Golden Tulip Media Hotel

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Audit all daily room charges and local telephone charges (where automatic switchboards are used) to the guest ledger.• Audit all other charges for the day previously posted to the guest ledger.• Audit guest ledger charges from all departments and balance to control sheets (food and beverage cashier’s reports, long distance traffic sheets, laundry control sheets, etc.)• Determine guest ledger balances at the close of the day from control figures (D Report).• Prepare a nightly list of all guest ledger balance in excess of the pre-established balance

    • Experience as a Night Auditor in 4 or 5 star of hotel • Exceptionally well organized with an aptitude for data• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal• Able to generate budgets and reports• Strong presentation skills, able to explain concepts concisely and accurately• Able to develop strong, cooperative relationships with department heads• Creative thinking skills and ability to solve problems• Male

    Ideally located in Al Barsha heights, the hotel is close to amazing destinations like Dubai Marina, Dubai Internet City, Knowledge Village and Mall of the Emirates. Suitable for the business or leisure traveller alike. Golden Tulip Media is 4-star hotel with 5-star service! Enjoy our Outdoor swimming pool, Gym and health club. More

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    Unified Communication Engineer | Qatar Project Management (QPM)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Purpose:To implement and support Cisco based IP Telephony & VOIP solutions and to ensure that operating requirements are met in line with the needs and mission of the Qatar Rail.• Takes active responsibility for installation, configuration and administration of CUCM, Unity Connection, Presence and IPCC versions 7,8 & 9 and Call Manager Express• Handles TFTP, TOMCAT Service, Monitoring, File Management, Certificate Management, Feature service administration.• Follows up for back-up and restore procedure.• Provides daily support for IPT.• Mentors, trains & develop juniors and coordinate their tasks.

    Degree graduate ideally in Electronics /Communication Technology/ IT or similar.Skills:• Call Manager (Server, NTP, Region and Device pool, LDAP Integration, SRST• Enterprise and Service parameter, License reporting.• Call Routing (Route pattern/route list/route group, Hunt pattern/hunt list/hunt group, Partition, Calling Search Space, Application/SIP Dial rules, Forced Authorization Codes, Call Park/ Call Pickup/Pickup group, Meet me configuration• Dial plan/route plan administration, Translation Patterns, Transformation pattern/profile.)• Media Resources (Conference Bridge, Transcoder, Music on hold, Media resource list/Media resource group, Voice Mail, VPN.)• Devices (CTI Route points, Gateways (H.323 and MGCP), Trunks (SIP Trunk), Remote Destination and Remote Destination Profile, Phone Button, Soft key, Phone services, SIP Profiles, Feature control policy, Recording Profile, IP Phones (9971,7975,7945,7937,7942,7911,7925 and Soft Phones)• End User Administration (End user administration, Application user ,User role assignment, Bulk adding/removing/updating, Voicemail configuration, Enabling voice recording, CSS, ,Single Number reach, Call forwarding, Shared Line, Simultaneous ring.• Telepresence Appliances and Applications, Video Communication Server, Expressway series Server, Telepresence Management Suite, Mobile and Remote Access, Endpoints C-series, EX-series, SX10/20, Profile Series, CTS 3010, CTS 3210 etc.• Cisco UCS Servers: BE7M, C-240 and C-220, CIMC configuration and troubleshooting hardware issues• Gateways (H.323 ) (ISR CLI Configuration, IOS up gradation, Serial/Ethernet/Controller Interface configuration Serial/Ethernet/Controller Interface configuration, Voice service configuration (Security, fax protocol), Codec configuration, Dial-peer VoIP, Dial-peer pots ,Translation Patterns, IVR Application configuration, Debugging.• Unity and Presence (Exchange Integration, Single Inbox, Port Configuration, Auto Attendant, PIN Management, Capabilities assignment, Soft Phone (Jabber and Personal Communicator).• Contact Center (Script Management, Application management, IVR• Resource Management, Desk Flow Configuration, Contact Centre Agent/Group Configuration, Music on hold, Desktop Agent, Scheduler (Working hours/Closed/Holidays),Database Integration.• Zoom Call Recording and Right Fax (Recording Profile, Recording Pattern, User Creation, Restoration, Partition/Route Pattern Configuration)Professional Training: • CCNP – Voice

    Qatar Project Management (QPM) is an independent subsidiary of Barwa Real Estate Development Company that provides expertise in Project Management, Design Management, Construction Management, and Contract Administration together with other associated Project Management functions. Established in 2008, QPM is centralized platform for provision of Project Management services to Barwa and Qatari Diar as well as local and international markets. QPM provides these services through an in-house team of highly-skilled, motivated, and qualified professionals supported by state-of-the-art information technology and highly-effective Project Management systems. More

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    Business Development & Market Activation Manager – Assurance Services | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    MENA Business Development & Market Activation Manager – Assurance Services Rank: Assistant Director Open to All MENA locations in MENA but for UAE and Bahrain they must be nationals only. In our business, we are passionate about our people who are inspiring excellence in how we engage with our clients and applying solutions to build a better working world. The opportunity The Service Line Market Activation Manager is primarily responsible for strategic and tactical deployment support for go-to-market initiatives within a market segment (Industry sector or geography) and/or service line. They work closely with MS / SL leadership to determine the activities and actions needed to implement business development programs that grow pipeline and revenue and drive growth. This individual also plays a key role in idea generation, project management, execution and measurement of go-to-market programs and initiatives. Key responsibilities Implementation – Participate with leadership in the strategic planning process for the market segment (industry sector or geography) or service line, including the identification of appropriate go-to-market activities for focus required to achieve market leadership plan – Implement market analysis and account segmentation/ prioritization for market segment (industry sector or geography) or service line. – Active in development of execution plan for go-to-market activities. Works closely with team members to identify business needs, determine target audience / accounts, co-develop actions and timelines, and align resources. – Serve as project manager for the implementation of firm wide business development programs within the market segment (industry sector or geography) /service line, including sales campaigns, growth platforms and other prioritized initiatives that support opportunity development and account management. Track results of go-to-market initiatives and provide frequent status communications. – Team with Business Development functional specialists, Brand, Marketing and Communications, and other resources as needed to support market segment (industry sector or geography), service line, and account team needs. – Leverage the global EY network to connect our clients to the right insights and thought leadership. – Involved in key external events, including Client Experience activities (win/loss debriefs, relationship touch points, etc.), Entrepreneur of the Year (EOY), networking events, etc. for the Region. Executing the Account Management Framework (AMF) – Deliver strategies to enable robust account planning/account team meetings serving as a coach. – Participate in account management sessions with account teams. – Assist in driving the sales cadence process for the market segment (industry sector or geography) or service line, including initiating/supporting activities to enhance pipeline integrity. – Understand and interpret Market Segment (industry sector or geography) or service line reporting and analysis leveraging firm tools and data provided by the Markets Finance team reporting function. Review and distribute (if applicable) timely financial performance and pipeline analysis information, including communication of key trends, opportunities and action plans specific to the target audience Strategic Pursuits and Opportunity Management – Help coach account teams on pursuit opportunities or provide additional pursuit support in market segment (industry sector or geography) /service line where there is no assigned business development executive. – Provide strategic pursuit support for assigned Market Segment or service line. Analytical/Decision Making Responsibilities- Use independent judgement in identifying the appropriate go-to-market activities for focus required to achieve market leadership plan – Make recommendations based on professional standard and acquired experience to leadership in the strategic planning process for the market segment (industry sector or geography) or service line – Results-oriented, takes decisions for execution of market analysis and account prioritization for market segment (industry sector or geography) or service line while resolving issues that arise with the help of leadership. – Leverage professional experience in identifying business needs, determine target audience/ accounts, co-develop actions and timelines, and align resources. Supervision Responsibilities – Strong influencing skills are required to work with other members of the business development service line or market segment/industry sector team to drive results. Also required to collaborate effectively and efficiently with other functional groups within EY. Skills and attributes for success – In-depth knowledge of firm’s account management framework and strategic relationships/opportunity tools and processes – Knowledge/expertise in the firm’s solutions and service offerings – Team player, willing to get involved in all aspects of projects – Strong executive presence – Strong analytical and quantitative skills – Strategic and creative mindset – Knowledgeable of market and industry dynamics – Excellent oral and written communication skills – Ability to adapt quickly in an ever-changing environment – Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple complex projects simultaneously – Experience with coaching teams – There may be travel to the client and other EY offices. Depending on the global nature of client, overseas travel maybe required. – Receives general supervision and is competent to work independently and many times virtually within area

    To qualify you must have – A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience – 7-10 years of Professional Services experience preferred but not essential – Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization – Strong business/commercial acumen and an understanding of major industry sector trends preferred – Proven ability to work and influence cross-functionally and geographically and with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders and departments – Experience in delivering client-focused solutions based on customer needs – Proven sound judgment and flexibility in balancing multiple project requirements, tight deadlines, and keeping people and projects moving on schedule, with high attention to detail Certification Requirements – Professional Project Management certification beneficial but not essential – Expected to remain current on relevant EY training and curriculum (e.g. Account Management Framework (AMF), Lead Badges, among others) – Successful completion of EY Global Business Development certification program within 1 year of hire (as deemed appropriate by the Client Management leader What we look for We are looking for people who can combine, great listening skills, collaboration, influencing and commercial acumen. Being able thrive in an ever changing, diverse, multi-cultural environment where we expect exceptional quality and show passion for your work will set you up for success. 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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    Principal Advanced Support Engineer – Apps Developer | Oracle

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As a member of the Support organization, your focus is to deliver post-sales support and solutions to the Oracle customer base while serving as an advocate for customer needs. This involves resolving post-sales non-technical customer inquiries via phone and electronic means, as well as, technical questions regarding the use of and troubleshooting for our Electronic Support Services. A primary point of contact for customers, you are responsible for facilitating customer relationships with Support and providing advice and assistance to internal Oracle employees on diverse customer situations and escalated issues.As an Advisory Systems Engineer, you are expected to be an expert member of the problem-solving/avoidance team and be highly skilled in solving extremely complex (often previously unknown), critical customer issues. Performing the assigned duties with a high level of autonomy and reporting to management on customer status and technical matters on a regular basis, you will be expected to work with very limited guidance from management. Further, the Advisory Systems Engineer is sought by customers and Oracle employees to provide expert technical advice.

    Leading contributor individually and as a team member, providing direction and mentoring to others. Work is non-routine and very complex, involving the application of advanced technical/business skills in area of specialization. Because of substantial customer interfacing, a demonstrated ability to work with customers on an independent basis with exceptional communication skills, while consistently achieving the absolute highest levels of customer satisfaction. Both a Bachelor*s and Master*s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience 8 years related experience prior to taking this position. In addition, experience with Oracle*s core products, applications, and tools.As part of Oracle’s employment process candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment screening process. This will involve identity and employment verification, professional references, education verification and professional qualifications and memberships (if applicable).

    Oracle offers an integrated array of applications, databases, servers, storage, and cloud technologies to empower modern business. For most companies, flexibility is critical. Oracle provides a wide choice of software, systems, and cloud deployment models – including public, on-premises, and hybrid clouds – to ensure that technology flexes to the unique needs of a business.

    Oracle Cloud is a complete, integrated stack of platform, infrastructure, and application services. With advanced scalability and security, Oracle Cloud enables technical agility across the enterprise, connects people to information for clearer insights, and fosters efficiency through simplified workflows.

    More than 420,000 customers across 145 countries have harnessed Oracle technology to accelerate their digital transformation. More

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    Human Capital – Talent & Succession Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in Partner Leadership & Succession within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide both strategic and operational support to the Partner Leadership & Succession team.Responsibilities:- Managing all Partners & candidates general requests & enquiries with relation to the IPA process or J2P talent program, and any future partner talent programs – Manage the implementation of J2P by ensuring best practices from the network and consultation with the business  – Manage running of the full J2P program, including coordination with external parties, supporting the candidates and liaising with the business  – Support with IPA process including managing the IPA tool and learning process automation, pre & post admission processes and events. – Lead all administrative support with relation to all programs (calendar scheduling, data preparation, day-to day coordination)  – Prepare & update all materials and briefings in relation to all talent & succession programs – Supporting or leading specific transformation projects related to L&S initiatives as assigned – Manage all partner data reporting to use as analysis for automation & transformation  – Coordinate all global talent programs for Partners (re-inventing the future etc) – Support on monthly budget/financial reconciliation and provide analysis for L&S leadership  – Support continuous development of female talent pipeline & work with HC & the business for early indication  – Coordinate with external providers for new partner assessments for 360 & psychometric process  – Liaise with the PwC network to find out best practice and stay up to date with key territories on new programs  – Bring ideas and updates to L&S leadership to ensure all processes are current and relevant

    Knowledge, skills, and abilities Requirements:- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Business Management. – Fluency in spoken and written English – Arabic would be advantageous – 5-7 years of HC related experience. – Strong MS office skills. – Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – Strong customer service orientation with ability to use patience and diplomacy to handle issues Travel Requirements0%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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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    Transaction Diligence Manager | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Transaction Diligence professional, you will 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 solutions to clients, helping them to meet their strategic goals. 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 analyse the financial and operational results of companies targeted for sale by reviewing financial information 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. – You’ll also help to create a positive learning culture for other team members and support their development. – And as part of your role in the wider team, you’ll have a role to play in other team initiatives – for example, account management and recruitment. Your key responsibilities – As a manager within the Transaction Support team, you will manage the project teams and work closely with all members as well as forming strong internal links within transaction support and other departments in EY. You will understand the key business drivers, co-developing our approach with the client, agreeing value measurements with the client, providing value to the client through insights, factual conclusions and advice. – You will plan, prepare and review deliverables in various forms including excel data books, written reports, presentations and discussions with the client. – You will understand the capabilities of the firm and look for opportunities to sell additional services to our clients. – You will play a key role in business plan initiatives (e.g. key accounts, recruitment, and client service framework). – You will take the responsibility for own learning and development, provide coaching to others, and participate in upward feedback

    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 – Minimum of 5 years of experience in Transaction Support or due diligence – Chartered Accountant or equivalent qualified- Ability 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 will also have – Transactions/auditing experience – Client facing experience from a professional services background 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 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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    Data Analytics Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Information Strategy, Architecture, and Governance practice will provide you with the opportunity to help organisations uncover enterprise insights and drive business results using smarter data analytics. We focus on a collection of organisational technology capabilities, including business intelligence, data management, and data assurance that help our clients drive innovation, growth, and change within their organisations in order to keep up with the changing nature of customers and technology. You’ll make impactful decisions by mixing mind and machine to leverage data, understand and navigate risk, and help our clients gain a competitive edge.Our team focuses on helping clients understand, plan for, and realise the strategic business opportunities presented by information technology. In joining, you’ll help us to bridge the gaps between business units and the Information Technology departments and unite them around a shared vision that powers the business by aligning Information Technology Strategy to business strategy, goals and strategic priorities.Job Description SummaryA career in our Analytics Technology practice, within Data and Analytics Technology services, will provide you with the opportunity to help organizations uncover enterprise insights and drive business results using smarter data analytics. We focus on a collection of organizational technology capabilities, including business intelligence, data management, and data assurance that help our clients drive innovation, growth, and change within their organizations in order to keep up with the changing nature of customers and technology.You’ll make impactful decisions by mixing mind and machine to leverage data, understand and navigate risk, and help our stakeholders gain a competitive edge.Our team helps clients navigate various analytics applications to get the most value out of their technology investment and foster confidence in their business intelligence. As part of our team, you’ll help is implement enterprise data products and data management applications that improve operational effectiveness and provide actionable data analytics and insights.As the Lead Data Scientist your responsibilities will include:•    Lead implementation of data products for the Middle East Firm.•    Provide data architecture and technical delivery guidance to the Data Analytics team.  •    Implement enhancements to a central Data warehouse solution for the firm. •    Lead an agile DevOps software team to create innovative applications.•    Lead a team in data-science and machine-learning efforts in support of PwC clients.•    Oversee exploratory data analysis of sample data sets to advise the Data Lab leads on the incorporation of AI into their labs and applications.•    Analyze requirements, estimate production time, design solutions, code solutions, test solutions, and document work.•    Assist in the definition of application architecture.•    Mentor team of data scientists and provides algorithmic recommendations depending on the data set, acting as SME.•    Ensure adherence to best practices, management processes, and technical constraints.•    Design and conduct training on AI/ML, NPL techniques.•    Assist in the drafting of business cases, project plans, test reports, risk assessments, and other project specific documentation.•    Acts as client liaison in the development of application functional documentation, including technical specs document, technical data sheets, operational manuals, and training materials.•    Must be functional in a coach/player role.

    To be successful in this role, your background must include the following:•    Bachelors degree in Mathematics, Computer Science or similar engineering discipline.•    Minimum 5+ years of relevant work experience in agile/scrum software development, data science settings with a focus on developing projects using Data warehousing and cloud environments (e.g. Azure, Google Cloud, Digital Ocean)•    Strong Experience in Microsoft Development Toolkit (SSIS, SSAS, Azure Data Factory, Visual Studio)•    Experience with Databricks•    Experience with NoSQL, Relational, Multimodal and Graph databases.•    Experience in designing and implementing User Interfaces at an Enterprise Level. •    Strong system architecture and design experience to include deploying production enterprise applications in cloud environments that use AI/ML.•    Experience with scripting and programming languages in Python, R and Java.•    Experience in Design Thinking workshops and all related activities, designing solutions that balance user needs, commercial interests, and technological constraints, and including design strategy, service design, design research.•    Experience planning and executing customer design projects through holistic understanding of problem areas, iterative solution design, executive stakeholder management, and integration of business and technical experts.•    Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research and synthesizing to provide insights, identify opportunities, and generate conceptual frameworks.Following skills are nice to have:•    Strong experience with Machine Learning algorithms, techniques and tools.•    Experience with Jira, Confluence, Visio, MS DevOps, and MS Project.•    Experience with Amazon Web Services deployments.•    Master’s degree in Data Science•    Experience with opensource development tools (GitHub, GitLab, etc.).

    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