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    PRO Cum Legal Compliance Coordinator | The Wheel of Fate

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Description:The Public Relations Officer cum Legal Compliance Coordinator plans the processes of the interaction with the government entities to ensure timely and accurate execution of all government relations transactions and activities. He acts as a liaison with government agencies to ensure that company affairs are handled expediently and that good relationship is built and maintained.Responsibilities: • Responsible for coordinating and liaising between the company and Government organizations/authorities and provide a key interface between the two.• Provide quick, efficient, and reliable services for all Government related jobs such as Employment Permits, Entry Visas, Medical Examinations, miscellaneous jobs related to Immigration, Ministry of Labor & Consulates, and Business Licenses to the company and its group, adhering to the regular amendments in rules and regulations within very short notices.• Respond effectively to the demands of the Businesses, employees, and their families to assist them with all government-related services.• Responsible to liaise with embassies / foreign diplomatic missions to enable business visits, when necessary• Liaise with UAE Immigration department in obtaining business entry visas for global business visitors, when necessary• Administer company and joint venture companies’ licenses and tax remittances with various UAE government authorities viz., Economic Department, Municipality, Chamber of Commerce and Ministry of Finance & Industries, etc.• Provide expert advice to business and employees on all visa formalities and all other government related procedures.• Accountable in maintaining accurate records for all above services.• The ever-changing government rules and regulations require the post-holder to be abreast of updates on information/documents and at times certain jobs have to be tacked efficiently without much notice.• Any TO-DO-NOW jobs always have to be evaluated, prioritized, and accomplished at short notices

    Requirements and Qualifications:• Bachelors degree in Law• Proven work experience as PRO for at least 5 years in the UAE, with knowledge in mainland visa, free zone and DIFC regulations is a must• Excellent command of English and Arabic language is mandatory for this position• A valid UAE driving license is a must• Good computer skills, well-organized and has high level of confidentiality

    The Wheel of Fate was established in 2021 in DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre), which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the WOF Holding Group. Its global headquarters is set up on the 114th floor of Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and there are a number of branches around the world.

    The Wheel of Fate is an international large-scale comprehensive enterprise group, taking equity investment as the core, relying on asset operation for development, taking asset management as capital advantage , and focusing on production, financing and investment for development. It is mainly engaged in real estate, finance, jewelry, trade, catering, clubs, car rental, and other industries. “Create Innovative Enterprise” has become the development mission of the company, and it strives to build a comprehensive industrial financial group. More

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    Recruitment Specialist | A Leading Insurance Broker In The Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    A leading International Insurance Broker company is currently looking for a recruitment specialist to join their office in Dubai UAE. The primary purpose of this role is to provide highly visible and effective end to end recruitment solutions to find the best talent for the business. You will ensure to attract and retain the highest calibre diverse talent to build the strategic capability we require as a business in the future. Key Accountabilities• Own the end to end recruitment process for your client groups, from initiation through to on-boarding • Be an employer brand ambassador for the company, delivering a first-class candidate experience at all stages of the recruitment process• Work closely with the wider HR team and line managers at all levels to ensure a detailed understanding of resourcing needs • Pro-actively source talent for a selection of your vacancies using a range of channels (Social media, online forums and CV databases etc) • Build a comprehensive suite of assessment tools and evolve as and when required • Be an active contributor and influencer in the recruitment process, providing best practice advice to hiring manager, advising on appropriate selection methods, leading interviews and influencing decisions to ensure an inclusive hiring process• Produce regular reports for HR teams and wider business using a set of agreed recruitment metrics. Ensure D&I features in this• Coach recruiting managers to improve interviewing, assessment and selection competence. Educating the wider business on the group’s recruitment approach, challenging where appropriate • Maintain Applicant Tracking file for all roles to ensure accurate reporting• Partner with agencies to source candidates where necessary

    Knowledge, Skills & Experience• Be an experienced recruiter with an eye for spotting great talent – both for current and future roles• Ability to think strategically beyond the daily BAU requirements i.e. support the HR team on delivery of strategic initiatives and HR projects.• Coordinate with HR Manager for L&D projects.• Be an enthusiastic and collaborative team player with a strong drive and ambition to create a positive work environment and to deliver results • Commercial awareness and a demonstrable ability to understand stakeholder groups• Outstanding communication and influencing skills • Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, being able to generate a quality pipeline of candidates under tight time constraints• Strong attention to detail and be able to work independently • Be able to adapt your style, think on your feet and have a can-do mentalityQualifications• Degree holder in Human Resources preferably• Minimum 3 years recruitment experience in UAE experience in both search firm and in-house preferably but not a must• Good knowledge of relevant business area – insurance or wider financial services• Excellent communication in English• Proven recruitment experience in different sourcing channels• Extensive best practice recruitment and onboarding experience• Extensive knowledge of recruitment systems• Sourcing experience• Strong analytical ability, sensitive in number and detailed oriented• Able to work independently and as part of the team

    A leading insurance broker in the Middle East. More

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    Finance Analyst (Interim / Temporary) | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Temporary

    Charterhouse are currently supporting one of our international banking client’s whom are in the process of looking to hire a Finance Analyst, on an interim/temporary basis, to join their regional centralised finance team. This Analyst shall play a key role in the oversight and process management of vendor payments, whilst overseeing inter-company fees and cost allocation, along with the documentation of company and staff expenses. In conjunction, the role shall also execute any VAT accounting and filing across the regional businesses, whilst also controlling reconciliations within the internal and banking systems. The Analyst shall also have an immediate responsibility to manage areas of month-end close whilst also finalising variance reporting coupled with the completion of cash flow forecasts; to meet both internal audit and administration-based policy and procedure.

    The client will look for a Degree qualified and Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA) applicant whom is able to display sound financial accounting capabilities, coupled with a strong grasp of reporting and commercial nuances, within a large scale blue-chip and/or financial services organisation. The successful candidate shall also be proficient across Excel as an accounting-based tool and they shall be expected to present accurate and robust analytical reporting skills. The interim/temporary nature of the role requires applicants whom are immediately available in the market and willing to commit to set tenure and contract obligations.

    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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    UAE National – Internal Auditor | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are recruiting for a UAE National – Internal Auditor that will be reporting into to the Internal Audit Manager. They are seeking candidates who have three plus years of Internal Audit experience and are also open to more Senior candidates.Client DetailsOur client is a well reputable international bank based in Dubai.Description* Develop understanding of business processes in assigned audits and determine business objectives, functions, potential risks and controls* Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operation’s effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations* Obtain, analyse, and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc to prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process* Pro-activeness to continue to develop knowledge regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques, and performance standards* Maintain open communication with management and audit committeeJob Offer* Offering a competitive monthly salary + benefits * Opportunity to work for an International firm gaining best practice knowledge and training

    * 2 + years of relevant experience in Internal and Compliance Audit* Experience within banking or Big 4 is preferable* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance / Business Administration or equivalent* Ideally you would have started relevant certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) / Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification.* Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations* Fluent in writing and speaking in both Arabic and English is essential* Family book is required

    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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    Administrative Manager | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client is a family office (investment management & venture capital) in Dubai. They are looking to hire a brand-new position of an Administrative Manager.Client DetailsOur client is a family office (investment management & venture capital) in Dubai. They are looking to expand their team and so have presented a brand-new position of an Administrative Manager.Description* Handling all administrative functions that require priority, answering and following up on calls/inquires, ordering supplies, bookkeeping and maintaining an accurate management system* Managing official & legal documentations with confidentiality and professionally* Reviewing important documents before finalization: proofreading and editing various reports, contracts, leases and correspondences* Overseeing all legal documents from banks and other official entities, while reviewing the eligibility of the terms or liaising with the legal department whenever necessary* Maintaining accurate license files and reports; such as updating license renewals and closures* Handling conflicting matters in a professional manner and following through on project deadlines punctually* Liaising with various departments and external entities such as legal consultants, banks to ensure the process is a smooth one* Maintaining both digital and physical archiving of documents and reports* Guaranteeing compliance in accordance to policies and procedures related to office administration* Assisting the company in all development plans in relation to investments that frequently produce greater and risk-adjusted returns in both – public and private markets* Supporting in meeting preparations, managing calls and emails – ensuring everyone involved are well prepared and ready for any scheduled meetings/appointments* Handling bank accounts and payment arrangements; ensuring all invoices, direct debits are paid are accurate and paid on time* Organizing daily checks of account reconciliations, accurate records of the organization and assisting in cash flow projections for the following months* Managing expectations and negotiations with service providers and vendors* Delegating work to other support staff whenever required* Assisting the Family office with necessary support or other ad hoc tasksJob OfferThe successful candidate for this role will be offered a competitive monthly salary. This is an exciting opportunity for an Administrative Manager to further progress their career with boutique investment firm in Dubai.

    Requirements:* Minimum five years of administrative experience with a family office/ boutique investment firm* Candidate that is comfortable working in a small office and understands the demanding nature of a family office* Western qualified candidates prepared* Strong organizational skills: ability to multitask and have excellent attention to detail while doing it* Experience in managing vast ranges of administrative and executive support – without the requirement of supervision

    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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    Fixed Income Analyst | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half are exclusively working with an international family office with a diversified private equity portfolio.The Role* Daily monitoring of global macroeconomic news;* Generate and implement investment ideas in various asset classes – bonds, equities, financial derivatives, exchange-traded funds – ETFs, as well as other financial assets;* Provide strategic and tactical allocation by asset class / market sector / credit risk / duration, etc. in investment portfolios;* Monitor and provide investment update on the current portfolio holdings;* Update and customize Bloomberg templates for the investment purposes of the Family Office;* Prepare reports, notes, and presentations on a regular basis and produce ad-hoc reports on particular companies, industries or asset classes;* Monitor overall risk exposures of investment portfolios and provide relevant input to ensure concentration limits (e.g., by investment, country, counterparty, industry, etc.) are respected;* Experience with Bloomberg Port function to provide regular performance updates, scenario analysis and VAR-metrics.

    The Candidate* Bachelor/Master Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or other related fields.* At least 5 years of working experience in financial institution* Team player, being energetic to take challenges and able to work under pressure.* Proficiency in Bloomberg, Excel and PowerPoint.* Proficiency in English* Already located in DubaiSalary and Benefits* 35,000 DOE

    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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    Financial Controller | Venture Search

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Venture Search is partnered with an Asset Management operating across the region in both Private and Public investments. Their portfolio extends across international markets across multiple asset classes.This opportunity will take on and lead an existing team with a well-established Asset Manager. The successful candidate will be able to contribute towards shaping and developing the finance function, with the opportunity to take ownership for how the function will look and operate moving forwards. The role as Financial Controller will oversea a finance team and hold experience in dealing with the DFSA, Corporate Finance and Asset management markets globally.

    Previously held a Head of Finance or Financial Controller position within DIFC or ADGM is essential (knowledge of FSRA/DFSA regulations is beneficial).This role will suit a finance professional who has experience leading finance teams for financial institutions with regional experience.The successful candidate will be able to build strong relationships both internally and externally – able to contribute towards the development of junior team members, and able to forge strong relationships with financial counterparts, clients, and banks. Applicants must hold either a CFA charter holder or relevant finance and accounting chartership (e.g. CPA / ACA / ACCA).

    Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process.
    By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector.
    Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More

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    Applications Manager | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half are working with a large and well-established manufacturing business headquartered in Riyadh. We are looking for an experienced Applications Manager to lead and take responsibility for full life cycle planning of business applications within the company.The RoleMain tasks include* Manage all aspects of Project life cycle to facilitate successful delivery to executive team.* Oversee SAP S/4HANA project to provide metrics for reporting to executive team on business case ROI.* Provide Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA) on selected business processes to assemble input into business case.* Develop and oversee detailed project plans.* Identify, analyze and recommend business systems solutions to management having broad business impact.* Establish detailed project plans and metrics, work plans, schedules, resource plans and status reports.* Identity project risks and develop risk mitigation plans.* Motivate work of others outside of direct authority to ensure project milestones and deliverables are met.* Convey and report status to executives, global business partners and all other key stakeholders.* Provide leadership, vision, and direction to the IT applications teams organization to ensure it will contribute to the company achieving its goals.* Work with Executive IT Manager and other IT leaders to develop overall IT strategy in the context of the business strategy.* Develop and enhance methodologies and practices for the application life cycle management in line with best practice and practical experience of continuous improvement.* Ensure that applications processes (including those of external service providers) are conducted in line with corporate social responsibility, environmental and technical policies and applicable standards and legislation.* Manage applications group personnel, developing their skills and capabilities to meet the needs of the organization, as well as building on existing recruiting capabilities to address new needs and skills gaps.* The Application Manager should also have in depth exposure of managing S/4 HANA implementations and must be experienced with at least one SAP functional area e.g. (FI/HR/SCM etc.) He will oversee all activities that optimize the value, cost, and risk of applications:

    The CandidateQualificationsAn undergraduate or postgraduate degree in computer science, engineering, finance, business management or a related fieldCertifications required:* SAP Application Business Process Integration with SAP S4HANA* SAP Activate Project Manager* PMOMinimum experience:* 15 or more years of experience with SAP suite* 10 or more years of leadership responsibilities with experience of building cross-organizational consensus in addition to the exposure to SAP S/4HANA Project Management* Demonstrated experience in liaising with middle and senior management for example in a large multinational or public sector organization* Managing a team of at least 20+ members in applications development, implementation, or management.Knowledge:* Experience with one or more project management methodologies (for example, PMI PMBOK, PRINCE2 and agile)* Program management skills and experience, plus significant knowledge of project planning tools with evidence of practical application (which is highly desirable)* A distinctive blend of business, IT, financial and communication skills (This is a highly visible position with substantial impact.)* Effective influencing and negotiation skills in an environment where resources may not be in direct control of this role* Strong business acumen, including industry, domain-specific knowledge of the enterprise and its business units* Deep understanding of current and emerging technologies and how other enterprises are employing them to drive digital business, and how they may be applied to the enterprise to drive digital business* Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a strategic resource plan* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain IT concepts and technologies to business leaders, and business conceptsThe Applications Manager must have in-depth knowledge and experience of the following:* IT contracts and their likely cost implications* Engagement with procurement and legal contract advisors for additional information* IT applications, operations, service, and support organizations* Data processing, analysis and quality management tools* Development and implementation of processes and policiesGeneric skills:* Strong communication skills with a proven ability to understand key concepts and communicate effectively with technical staff, business stakeholders and senior management* Leads the identification and implementation of project management processes, methods, tools, guidelines, and standards in order to establish a stable framework that supports all project teams and stakeholders to improve the probability of successful project deliverySalary and Benefits* 40,000 – 45,000 SAR per month + wider company benefits

    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