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    Corporate Receptionist | Irwin & Dow

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are seeking a highly polished and professional individual to manage the reception of the Private Office of our UHNW client. We are seeking a corporate persona; someone who can represent the business interests of our client. First impressions are very important, and we are seeking individuals who have had significant exposure to senior professionals and dignitaries and are capable of managing a diverse array of tasks at one time. The key focus of the role is to be the main point of contact for all visitors to the office; welcoming and assisting them with their visit. Additional elements of the role include, management of hotel bookings, airport pick up for visitors, liaising with couriers and suppliers, managing pantry and office supplies and maintaining the corporate reception area and meeting rooms. There are also various administration duties, and you will assist with corporate letters and reports.

    Applications are invited from those who have a client service-oriented personality, exceptional English language ability and have a mature, confident demeanour. Our client is based highly prestigious, state of the art offices in the financial district on Dubai. This role would be suitable for a young graduate / candidate who is interested in the arts specifically.

    Irwin & Dow was established by two highly experienced recruitment professionals, Tracey Irwin and Jocelyn Dow. We provide a refreshing approach by working in close partnership with clients and candidates within the Business Support, Secretarial, HR & Finance sectors.

    Good staff are key to every business. We recognise and appreciate this, having over thirty years combined recruitment and executive search experience within the region.

    Our main aim is to provide a specialist service to clients preferring to work with a bespoke consultancy.

    Our values of discretion and diplomacy are paramount and our ultimate goal is to become a partner of choice for all our clients and candidates. More

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    Experienced Server Remote Technical Support Engineer | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.Your Role and Responsibilities The Multi-Vendor Services Server Team is expanding, and we are looking to hire Server Remote Engineers tasked with sharing technical expertise and resolving technical issues for IBM clients worldwide. A Multi-Vendor Server Remote Engineer in this job role will have expertise in various multi-vendor server technologies and access to specialized education for variety of server products (both remote & hands-on). As part of the job, the Server Remote Engineer would have the following responsibilities: – Perform problem determination/fault isolation by analyzing support logs and diagnostic data within the Level 1 team. – Use specialized diagnostic tools to isolate complex client problems. – Keep customers regularly informed of problem investigation and resolution status throughout the support service request life cycle. – Identify known defects and fixes to resolve problems. – Interpret online manuals and available documentation aiming faster issue resolution. – Collaborate closely with higher level support teams to drive fixes on complex and critical issues. – Provide real time assistance to field technicians to resolve critical client technical issues. – Follow established processes for effective management of support incidents. – Demonstrate proficiency in the supported hardware platforms by maintaining applicable technical certifications. – Demonstrating soft and technical skills that contributes to client satisfaction. – Adhere to the set working schedule (organized in 3 shifts during weekdays, supporting 24×7 shift operations during weekends and public holidays, and on-call coverage)

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise – Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Computer science or similar technical field. – At least 1 year of experience in a technical support role – Remote technical support or Administration. – Experience in customer facing roles. Skills and competencies: – Excellent command of spoken and written English – Excellent soft skills, active listening/reading, sympathy, ask when in doubt, explain clearly and set right expectations. – Good planning and organization skills with excellent computer skills – Troubleshooting and analytical thinking skills to identify and resolve problems. – Customer-first mindset with high sense of ownership. – Ability to quickly learn and absorb new concepts, terms, and vocabulary. – Ability to research and self-study to find solutions to unknown issues and generally improve oneself. – Ability to manage complicated requests and handle difficult customer behavior Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise – Experience providing technical hardware support or administration for server products with focus on the following OEMs: HPE (ProLiant DL380/DL560/etc.), Dell, Fujitsu, etc.- Experience with Wintel/Unix/Linux OS and virtualization technologies (Unix knowledge is a big plus)- Basic knowledge in TCP/IP concepts.- Good command of spoken and written French language will be considered as a great advantage

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Security Associate Partner | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction Information and Data are some of the most important organizational assets in today’s businesses. As a Security Consultant, you will be a key advisor for IBM’s clients, analyzing business requirements to design and implement the best security solutions for their needs. You will apply your technical skills to find the balance between enabling and securing the client’s organization with the cognitive solutions that are making IBM the fastest growing enterprise security business in the world.Your Role and Responsibilities The Associate Partner Security Services practices helps to lead the growth and management of all facets of the business, primarily by using this position and perspective to assist the business. This requires demonstrating thought leadership, sales leadership and delivery leadership and Consulting & Systems Integration leadership and deep knowledge & strong track record in more than at least 2 of the core domains : Security Strategy Risk and Compliance, Identity Access Management, SOC / Security Operations, Application and Data Security, Infrastructure & Endpoint Security, Incident Response, Red team testing and Mobile Security, cloud security and at minimum experience in data security and SO.ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Marketing and Sales- Lead Opportunity creation, opp progression, opp closure in security area, with select set of clients- Provide demonstration of IBM credentials in more than 2 of the core capability domains (SSRC/GRC, IAM, SOC Operations, Application and Data, or Infrastructure Endpoint and Mobile Security)- Provide a focal point for the team to help understand capabilities, offerings, client references- Become a recognized thought leader in one of the core domains, utilizing conferences, white papers, client presentations to build awareness of IBM credentials- Be accountable for driving signing’s in KSA

    DeliveryTake ownership of end-end delivery of security work for client, and ensure whats sold is getting delivered to satisfaction of client and 10/10 Net Promoter Score from client, and delight clients.- Working with UKI and EMEA and global team, help organize project approaches and teams for client delivery- Participate in project delivery, to varying degrees depending on project complexity- Help resolve project issues as they arise- Establish strong client relationships in key accounts to help progress the Security Services portfolioPractice- Provide leadership by facilitating a community of like-minded practitioners to share and exchange ideas for practice growth and improvement- Contribute content and advice to the offering development process- Help shape the emerging model of the global Security practicePeople- Help establish capability and skills models for the core domains- Become a role model for global practitioners in the core domains Required Technical and Professional Expertise – At least 10 years’ experience in management consulting and systems integration in a top tier professional services firm – Strong Consulting, Delivery and Sales proven track record – Strong Practice/Offering building proven track record – Strong track record in building relationships with internal and external senior stakeholders – At least 8 years’ experience working in projects related to the core domains – English: Fluent

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Magento Developer | Kingston Stanley

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Extensive experience in writing codes in PHP and Python languages.• Hands on experience on customization on Magento 2, CMS and JavaScript frameworks.• Experience with API Integration, Payment Gateways, XML, etc.• Troubleshooting of ERP Business applications

    • Managing e-commerce, CRM, web applications and WordPress websites.• Hands on experience to analyze, design, code, debug, test & deploy applications• Experience with API Integration, Payment Gateways, XML, etc.

    Kingston Stanley is the leading specialist marketing recruitment agency in the Middle East, working exclusively with clients and candidates across the full spectrum of the marketing sector since early 2011. We will help you find, screen and select the ideal candidate for your marketing jobs, and we have the largest, most current and qualified network of suitable candidates, ready to start immediately. Whether you have a role that urgently needs to be filled, or a killer portfolio, you’ll find what you’re looking for here. Strong ethics, honest hard work, integrity and marketing recruitment are the four pillars of our business and brand. More

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    Chartered Senior Accountant | Creative Zone

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Your responsibilities will include: – Maintaining Day to Day Accounts, prepare receipts, payments, and journal vouchers. Banking Transactions, Bank Reconciliation, and Payable accounts reconciliations. – Facilitating license procedures and applications with the Department of Economic Development that require special approvals. – Effective cash flow management, Budgeting & Analysis. – Maintaining petty cash transactions and statements. – Managing financial department with responsibility for Accounts Payable and Receivable. – Preparing weekly and monthly sales reports for the management. – Supporting team members on all accounting issues. – Preparing payment for suppliers and aging analysis of debtors. – Assisting Finance Manager in finalization of accounts. – Handle internal and external audit work support to solve the queries and providing the necessary documents. – To interact with clients, handling their queries & issues. – Bookkeeping. – Liaising with the banks on daily deposits. – Keeping records of client accounts. – Supporting the Finance Manager with other tasks as per requirement. – Compute taxes owed by following tax code. – Prepare or assist in preparing simple to complex tax returns for individuals or small businesses. – Help taxpayers by using their federal, state, and local codes and see to it that clients receive the maximum benefit permitted under the law of government. – Uncover potential deductions and credits. – Advise against potential tax liabilities. – Ensuring clients do not pay unnecessary taxes. – Reviewing financial records such as income statements and documentation of expenditures – Verify totals on past forms for accuracy. – Calculate and invoice for forms preparation fees. – Consult tax law handbook for especially difficult tax returns. – Resolving customer complaints. – Recommend additional products and services. – Prepare tax returns using electronic filing software. – Ensure a copy of the completed return is provided to the customer.

    – Creative Zone Group is growing, and we have opportunities for Chartered Senior Accountants as part of our expanding Group Finance team. – A Professional Accounting qualification such as CA, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA is essential to be considered for this exciting opportunity. To join our team, you will be: – Chartered Accountant, Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Management Accountant or equivalent professional qualification – Degree qualified in Accounting or Finance – 5 years work experience in a similar role, at least 2 years of which must be in the UAE – Team leading experience and able to supervise 1-3 accountants mostly doing AR and AP work. – Knowledge of UAE VAT laws and requirements – Currently based in UAE

    Welcome to CREATIVE ZONE!

    We are a team of company registration professionals who are passionate about bringing the dreams of aspiring entrepreneurs and SME’s to life.

    We believe in providing you not only with your company’s documentation, but also equipping you with the necessary tools to promote, develop and grow your business.

    We are a business setup company with a difference – our work doesn’t end with the issuance of your trade license & residency visa – it starts there! More

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    IT Specialist | Trust Insurance Brokers (TIB)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Coordination of all activities related to Information / Cyber Security.• Communication of information relating to Information / Cyber Security in the Organization.• Coordinating the risk management process• Supervision and coordination of the Information Security Management System• Monitoring changes in exposure of key organizational information assets to major threats, deciding acceptable levels of risk and ensuring that awareness of these threats are developed, as well as ensuring that the importance of complying with the Information / Cyber Security is adequately communicated to the organization;• Ensuring that procedures and controls are correctly implemented that are capable of promptly detecting and responding to incidents, as well as the review and oversight of information security incidents;• The approval of major initiatives (such as any individual initiative associated with the implementation of ISO 27001/SAMA compliance) to improve information security within the organization;• Working with the ISSC, Lead the implementation, operation, support and maintenance of the Information Security Management System based on the ISO/IEC 27000 series standards,

    • Manages and leads the design and operation of related compliance monitoring and improvement activities to ensure compliance both with internal security policies etc. and applicable laws and regulations. • Supports suitable information security awareness, training, and educational activities. • Manages information security risk assessments and controls selection activities. • Liaison with and offers strategic direction to related governance functions (such as Risk Management, IT, HR, Legal and Compliance) plus senior and middle managers throughout the organization as necessary, on information security matters such as routine security activities plus emerging security risks and control technologies.• Ensuring that adequate steps are taken, on an ongoing basis, to improve the Information / Cyber Security.• Participation in the Audit Management Process• Preparation and distribution of the Audit Report• Assessment of Organization’s compliance with approved security measures in Statement of Applicability• Preparation of audit criteria to increase its quality.• Development of technical expert skills in the areas required in the Organization.• Improvement and development of management systems in the Organization.• Conducting Quarterly Risk Management meetings.• Defining the risk management process including risk analysis, risk measurement, and risk treatment.• Overseeing the annual risk assessment including periodically reviewing the risk register.

    Founded in 1999, Trust Insurance Brokers (TIB) is an independent insurance broker and one of the first in Saudi Arabia to receive SAMA (Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority) licensing under the new cooperative insurance law and regulations of 2008.

    Currently, TIB manages a large reputable client base across various industries with a substantial collective insurance portfolio. TIB conducts business with all the leading insurance companies in Saudi Arabia, and operates through offices in Jeddah, Riyadh, and Khobar. Our goal is to expand our presence throughout the kingdom with plans currently underway to open additional offices in cities overseeing economic momentum.

    TIB employs 48 professionally qualified insurance personnel who provide our clients with the required expertise and knowledge to support them in making informed decisions on comprehensive insurance solutions that best meet their organizational needs.

    At Trust Insurance Brokers, we strive to deliver the highest levels of customer service and product excellence. We pride ourselves on having a solid track record in delivering value to our clients throughout Saudi Arabia. Not only do we save our clients money, but we also help them in making better and faster decisions about their insurance requirements due to our in-depth product knowledge, customized insurance programs, strong affiliations with all leading insurance companies within KSA, and experience in negotiating with the local insurance community. More

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    Senior/Lead Deveops – AWS/Azure | Quest Search & Selection

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Responsibilities:• Writing documentations and involving to the presales• Developing PDP for existing DevOps team• Deployment from scratch• Collaboration with Architecture and sales team• Prepare proposals for the new clientsWe request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

    • New team member will be involved into existing process and activities as well as developing new services, policies and approaches that will be using entire the team as well as the company.Requirements:• 7+ experience working as a DevOps• Experience working with clouds (one of AWS, Azure)• Experience delivering IaC (terraform, ansible, puppet, chef)• Experience automating/maintaining CI/CD pipelines• Experience microservices architecture (docker, etc)• Proficiency is scripting (bash, python, go)

    Quest Search & Selection is a specialist recruitment consultancy with over 20 years’ experience in sourcing the world’s best candidates for the global Retail, FMCG and Hospitality sectors.

    With offices in the UK & Dubai, we have an international presence and a global reach. Our recruiters place candidates locally and internationally for a wide variety of roles focusing on the following areas:

    Retail Buying & Merchandising, E-commerce & Digital, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Hospitality & Operations, Retail Stores & Operations, HR & Recruitment, Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics, Sales & Marketing, Technical and New Product Development.

    We work in partnership with our clients who range from famous international brands within the Retail, Restaurant, Hotel and Consumer products space. Our reputation is built on our in-depth understanding of the industry and our consultants’ skill, knowledge and passion for their sectors. More

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    Senior User Interface Designer | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As a UI Visual designer, you will be responsible for planning, directing and craft intuitive interfaces using design, interaction and motion principles.Client DetailsAn exciting opportunity has come up for a User Interface Designer to join Global Digital Agency based in Dubai.Description* Lead UI design phase of projects* Coach and mentor other UI designers in the team* Create high-fidelity designs, prototypes, motion, iconography and image treatments based on strong skills in interface design* Understand constraints and work with project managers to plan concepts and production phase of projects* Take ownership and be responsible for deliverables* Present to clients and stakeholders with clarity, persuasion and enthusiasmJob OfferThis is an opportunity to join a global agency and work with renowned clients. The agency offers excellent working environment and career development opportunity.

    * Bachelor’s degree in design or related field* UI delivery experience ideally from agency or consultancy* Demonstrated experience as a client-facing consultant* Have worked and delivered multiple digital projects end-to-end* Strong knowledge and skills in interface design* Basic understanding of front-end languages and frameworks (HTML, CSS, JS, Bootstrap etc.)* Experience in using Invision, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite and PowerPoint/Keynote

    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