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    Human Capital – Rewards Lead – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryPurpose• To develop and implement a Total Reward solution that will position PWC Middle East as an employer of choice, attract, retain and incentivize performance of our people.• This will be a key enabler for PWCs growth strategy over the next 5 years.Key Focus Areas• Total Reward Strategy – align PWCs leaders to a Total Reward philosophy that will enable PWC to compete for talent. • Design and Implement the total reward solution for PWC Middle East, including • Job Evaluation and Grading • Market Analysis & Benchmarking • Salary Scales

    Benefits • Incentives (Short Term and Long Term) • Design principles and governance for the delivery of reward related business programmes (bonus, salary reviews) • Lead design and operation of technology solution to enable Reward related business programmes. • Exception Management (adjustments, spot bonus, off cycle changes) • Drive a culture of continuous improvement. • Ensure all people are managed fairly, developed and enabled to play their roles. Scope:• Functional: Total Reward Strategy and Development for PWC Middle East • Serves: 6k employees in 12 locations (excluding Partners) • Leads: 2+ people

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Risk and Quality Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Risk and Quality Associate – JordanLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryThe Independence Associate is part of the Independence Team and operates across all lines of service. The team is responsible for providing support on developing independence policies and guidance (both firm and personal independence), helping engagement teams maintain independence and compliance according to regulatory rules and requirements.Primary Duty and Responsibilities: Financial • Adhere to the Independence budget Customer • Supporting the Business Relationship team with the review and clearance of joint business relationships across all LoS. • Emailing confirmation of updates to partner within agreed timeframes Managing the SLA for JBR requests Assisting engagement teams with the JBR and other Business Relationship clearances • Answering general queries in relation to Business Relationships • Liaising with Global Independence Compliance teams to resolve any unusual JBR technical/systems issues Internal Process • Updating a number of Independence systems • Performing data reconciliations for JBR Independence monitoring purposes Participating in internal training sessions and contributing to setting the agenda for the calls/meetings Learning and Growth • Liaise with Global to understand JBR system improvement initiatives • Adhere to policies and procedures • Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Education • A professional or academic qualification (degree level or equivalent), or extensive relevant and practical experience. • Language Fluency in English required, proficiency in Arabic is advantageous Overall Experience 1+ year of relevant experience. • Fresh graduate could be considered.Specific Experience • Experience with a professional services firm Preferred Knowledge and Skills • Strong analytical skills • Excellent Microsoft Excel/Word/Powerpoint skills • Problem solving skills and innovative mindset • Risk averse/risk management skills • Strong organization skills • Thoroughness and eye for detail • Time management skills and proactivity • Strong verbal and written communication skills Ethical conduct • A conscientious, ambitious team player, with good self-management skills and an ability to take initiative and share knowledge with peers.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Mobile Developer Lead | Melodica

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Recruit the Developers and build his/her own team• Manage and own end-to-end delivery of the projects• Manage team and budget• Effective communication with other team members • Active involvement in all projects • Business requirements understanding and translating them into technical requirements• Experience in handling dedicated team and manage deliverables • Upskilling people in the team • Mentoring team members

    • Expert knowledge in Dart language• 4-7 years of experience in mobile software development (native or hybrid SDKs such as React Native, Ionic, etc.)• 2+ year experience in Flutter Development• Rock-solid understanding of Flutter’s out-of-the-box widgets and layout system• Understanding of state management and experience with state libraries such as Provider, MobX, Redux, Flux• Experience of handling location services, push notifications, 3rd party integrations in Flutter• Familiarity with design tools such as Adobe XD, Sketch, etc. to go from design to app independently• Have a basic understanding of Agile development and why it is necessary• Be able to write concise, well-documented (or self-documenting) code• Understand how to optimize client-facing software• Developed and deployed at least 3 flutter apps• Familiarity with RESTfuI APIs, GraphQL APIs, webhooks• Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token• Know how to deal with different screen sizes• Experience with version control such as Git and SVN• Strong knowledge of data structures, competition, modern design patterns, best practices in object-oriented software engineering• Good experience working on Material UI or any other UI framework• Very good understanding in MVM and MVVM architecture• Familiar with e-commerce Applications• Should be able with work with all gateways including SMS gateway and payment gateway• Implement robust app architectures and complex user interfaces• Follow clean coding practices including widget composition and atomic design principles• Write unit tests• Debug and solve defects• Use CI/CD for smooth deployment• Document the project and code efficiently• Follow company policies and quality procedures to ensure quality product deliverables• Use strong and innovative approach to problem solving and finding solutions• Have shipped applications to the App Store or Google Play Store

    Melodica Music and Dance Institutue is a music institute in Dubai, UAE established and registered under the Knowledge and Human Development Authority. Melodica have been operating since 2013 and are one of the top-rated independent music schools in Dubai with six branches across Dubai with a further four opening over 2018-2020.

    Melodica is registered with ABRSM, Trinity and RAD and specialise in teaching piano, vocals, guitar, violin, drums, saxophone, flute, ballet and hip hop for all age groups. With over 100 teachers from a variety of different backgrounds and nationalities including Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Serbia, Turkey, Bulgaria, Belarus, UK, South Africa, India, Canada and US, Melodica is a truly international school. More

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    AVP, Structured Finance Analyst (Interim) | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Temporary

    Charterhouse Middle East are currently working with a leading international financial services client, whom are looking to hire an Assistant Vice President (AVP), for their Structured Finance team with a focus towards the power and infrastructure sectors.This AVP role will be heavily geared towards supporting the front office team, in financial modelling, financial advisory and financial due diligence undertakings, to assist in the development of funding proposals, pricing factors and client mandate sheets. In conjunction, this analysis shall be overseen and tested, to ensure that pitch proposal and financing options, can be completed and compared in alignment with the front office mandate and the client specification.

    The client envisages hiring a candidate profile demonstrating up to 3 years of experience, at an Analyst-level, within a financial services or wholesale banking institution. The candidate shall be required to possess an advanced Excel skills set; to allow for strong and detailed financial modelling with an ability to run scenario analysis. The client will look for a candidate, with a strong educational and degree background, coupled with an ability to display a working knowledge of either corporate finance or investment banking principles. Due to the existing headcount limit, this role to begin with, shall be recruited on an interim/temporary basis. As such, the client is looking to pinpoint a candidate whom is immediately available. The candidate should ideally be based in the local vicinity however, exposure to the GCC financial market isn’t a pre-requisite.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    Junior Accountant | Career Hunters

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Title: Junior AccountantReport To: Assistant Vice President – Finance DepartmentKey Responsibilities • Conduct accounting activities on day-to-day basis, and during monthly/quarterly/yearly closing.• Ensure that proper supporting documents and appropriate approvals are available while processing the transactions for accounting as well as while processing the payments.• Maintaining reliable and accurate accounting records.• Compiles and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.• Reconcile bank accounts posts to general and subsidiary ledgers.• Perform routine activities in accordance with agreed timelines and standards and discharge any other task assigned by superiors in a timely and effective manner.

    Candidate Profile• Requirement open for Kuwaiti nationals only.• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.• Minimum 0-2 years of relevant experience.• Fresh Graduate with minimum 3.0 GPA; Accounting experience would be preferred.• Excellent Arabic & English communicating skills.• Software Skills: Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook).

    Career Hunters, is an executive placement and recruiting firm working closely with our client corporations to provide the best talent in today’s competitive marketplace. We work to place executives who wish to improve their career direction or seek more lucrative opportunities in today’s competitive world.

    Since our staff is comprised of business executives who have worked or consulted with major corporations, we are able to relate to the decisions, issues and problems faced daily by both corporations and job seekers. We are happy to apply our considerable experience and expertise to your recruiting and job search needs.

    We specialize in analyzing the job description given to us by the company, detailed study on the physical and mental characteristics of an employee and the qualities and attitude which the employee must possess. More

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    Assurance – Core Assurance Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelAssociateJob 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 an Associate, 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:- Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.- Share and collaborate effectively with others.- Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.- Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.- Follow risk management and compliance procedures.- Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.- Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner – verbally and in the materials produce.- Build and maintain an internal and external network.- Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    CCTV Commissioning Technician | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment:

    Contract

    Position Title: CCTV Commissioning Technician Employment Type: Contract (2 months) Salary: up to 4K AED depending on experience and qualificationsJob Location: Dubai, UAEAbout the Client: A highly respected Multi-national IT group based in DubaiJob Description:• Install various CCTV camera types both Analog & Digital IP systems• Provide full “after-sales” support services to customers from cleaning, checkup as needed and maintenance procedure• Run the program DVR recording units• Install cable pathway systems (cable trays, cable racks, J-hooks, or D-rings)• Test, label, and document horizontal, backbone and other cables then terminate when needed/requested

    Qualifications: • Open to Asian nationals • Male, 40 years old and below • Minimum 2 years of experience in the same role• Immediate joiners will be prioritized

    RTC-1 Employment Services is a licensed recruitment firm based in Dubai, UAE. Our team has been in the market since 2004 and we are supporting various industries with their staffing needs across the Middle East and Africa. More

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    HR Officer – Chinese Speaker | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    -Take care of day to day operations of the HR department.-Monitoring attendance record of employees; -Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports.-Assist in visa processing for the employees and selected candidates, as and when required. -Participate in the improvement of the bank’s HR management and comprehensive management policies, systems and procedures.-Creates and maintains secure and confidential HR databases and filing systems-Participates in the relocation of all overseas hires, including flight bookings, airport pick-up and hotel accommodation.-Supporting recruitment, induction and exit processes; -Clarifying HR related queries from employees, internal departments, headquarter, local regulatory bodies and external partners; -Assisting with performance appraisal, employee benefits, etc. related work; -Any other responsibility assigned by the bank or person in charge of the department from time to time on the basis of requirement.

    -Proficiency in MS Office.-Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work-Attention to detail and problem solving skills.-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.-Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.-Minimum 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area.-Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or a related field.-Fluency in English is a must.

    Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Ltd. (ICBC) is China’s largest bank and the largest bank in the world. It is one of China’s “Big Four” state-owned commercial banks (the other three being the Bank of China, Agricultural Bank of China, and China Construction Bank). It is the largest bank in the world in terms of market value, the world’s largest bank by deposits, and the world’s most profitable bank.

    In October 2008, the opening of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Middle East) Limited ( regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority) allows ICBC to become the pioneer among the Chinese financial institutions for the Middle East market. With strong support from its Head Office located in Beijing, ICBC Middle East support the financial needs of the UAE and the Middle East area, provide a comprehensive international trade,overseas financing against domestic support, project finance, clearing and settlement, and a series of financial services, become a link of economic and trade exchanges between China and Middle region. More