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    Process Delivery Specialist – Procure to Pay | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction As a Finance & Administration Business Associate you’ll be a trusted business advisor. You’ll have the opportunity to position IBM for long-term financial growth delivering analysis, and providing insight and innovation into the business. You’ll be redefining how we manage our organization and how we work while achieving budgeted targets and ensuring the delivery of a high quality product.Your Role and Responsibilities As a Finance & Administration Business Associate you’ll be a trusted business advisor. You’ll have the opportunity to position IBM for long-term financial growth delivering analysis, and providing insight and innovation into the business. You’ll be redefining how we manage our organization and how we work while achieving budgeted targets and ensuring the delivery of a high quality product.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise 0-3 years experience in Finance & Accounting

    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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    IT Security Specialist | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyOur Client, a Fintech business with an international presence is currently looking to hire an IT Security Specialist to be based in their IT HQ in Slovakia.Responsibilities:* Build a relationship with business units and technical teams to identify the environment, the attack surface, and the IT risk posture of the company.* Report on the IT risks which the company is facing.* Conduct regular internal and external vulnerability scans on Insinet’s core systems and the hosting environment and raise tickets with the respective teams for remediation.* Carry out security reviews for new or major changes in applications.* Provide your security opinion on new projects and initiatives.* Monitoring of security controls including reviewing malware report alerts, e-mail quarantine and other security controls.* Conduct penetration testing assignments as required from time to time.* Liaise with security auditors and regulators as required.* Keep up to date with latest threat information and deliver your knowledge in a yearly information security awareness training session.Candidate Requirements:* An Information Technology related degree or equivalent.* 2+ years working in an information security position.* Familiar with the PCI DSS and other relevant standards.* Good knowledge of the OWASP top ten application security risks and ways to protect against them.* Awareness of vulnerabilities affecting common Internet protocols and ways to mitigate these risks.* Security certifications such as CISA, CISSP or OSCP will be considered an asset.* Ideal candidates will ideally be currently based in Europe and looking for a relocation opportunity.Salary* Up to 4,500eur based on experience

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

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    Magento Developer | A Leading Company In UAE

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Sound experience in Magento and knowledge of other platforms like Prestashop, OpenCart etc. would be an added benefit.Understanding of Magento code structure, extension architecture, theming hierarchy, and fallback components.Authoring and extending extensions/modules.Thorough experience in customizing Magento’s front-end components using layout XML, blocks, and templates.Should be able to create new extensions/modules and plugins in.Should have worked with Responsive layouts/themes.Familiar with technologies including HTML5, CSS3, webservices, JavaScript, JavaScript Framework and hybrid mobile app development. Working knowledge in shopping cart development with shipping, and Payment Gateway Integration for E-commerce websites.Advanced performance optimization for high traffic environment.

    Regularly update our Magento installationInstall security patchesDevelop new functionalityImplement front-end changesStrong object-oriented programming knowledgeVery good PHP knowledgeJavaScript is a must for front-end developmentExtensive LESS & CSS knowledgeMagento certification is definitely a plusHighly energetic.Self-motivated.Thorough knowledge.Positive leadership quality.IT Certifications. Excellent Communication Skills.

    A leading company in UAE. More

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    Senior GoLang Developer | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half are working with a software IT company based in Dubai who specialize in innovative digital solutions.The RoleWe are looking for an experienced GoLang Developer to join their team to lead Go package and applications that are maintainable and scalable.Main tasks include:* Identify, prioritize and execute tasks in the software development life cycle.* Write scalable, robust, testable, efficient, and easily maintainable code.* Play a key role in architectural design decisions.* Design software architecture and specifications in collaboration with the System* Architect, Software Engineers, and DevOps team.* Work in line with best development standards, practices & principles.* Develop and code back-end components and connect applications to other web services.* To cooperate with other stakeholders to develop, test, release, and improve services.* Implement engineering excellence by enforcing regular code reviews.* Collaborate with engineering teams across the world, mentor, share information with, and learn from other engineers and help drive continuous improvement of our platform, without losing focus on the flow that generates value for customers.* Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to fix and improve products.* Contribute to your team’s success through consistent, high-quality code and have an appetite for learning new things.Candidate Qualifications?Must have’s:* 3+ years of experience in developing web applications* Excellent knowledge of Go programming language specification, standard library (net/http is a must)* Excellent knowledge of SQL (preferably Postgresql)* Strong knowledge of Go toolchain (mod, test, build)* Good knowledge of algorithms, data structures* Ability to design and implement REST and WS communication* Hands-on experience with Docker, Unix-like operating systems* Experience in microservices architecture, understanding of microservices patterns and best practicesNice-to-haves:* BS or MS in Computer Science or in a related field* Experience using popular Go packages and frameworks (gorilla/mux, echo, sqlx, fasthttp)* Working experience in the blockchain industry* Understanding of CI/CD pipelines* Understanding of AWS infrastructure and tools available for applications deployed to AWS* Modern software development tools & architectures* Experience with monitoring, optimization and performance testing of Go applications, SQL databases

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

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    Personal Assistant (Contract) | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Contract

    Charterhouse is working with a reputable organization within the professional services sector who are looking at hiring a Personal assistant for a maternity cover contract.This role will see you provide administrative support to a C-Level Executive in a fast-paced office. You will have to manage the Directors diary as well as complex travel arrangements. In addition you will assist with any ad hoc co-ordination of the office and help other executives with any administrative tasks. This is a full time role for a contract period and your responsibilities will also include receiving and screening calls and corresponding with visitors.

    The successful candidate should hold at least 3 years’ experience as a Personal assistant/Executive assistant and it would be highly advantageous if your background has been within financial services. You must be detail oriented, a team player and have a positive attitude. You must have high level of communication skills in English. To be considered for this role you must be on a spouse or family visa and able to start immediately.

    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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    IT Administrator | ARCCO (Al Raeel National General Contracting Co.)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Experience in administering Active Directory environment using Windows 2008/2012/2016 Servers.• Experience in Microsoft O365 and Microsoft exchange server on-premises • Good Understanding and knowledge in Windows Active Directory services and SCCM• Basic Knowledge in switching and networking, wireless networks• Administration & Maintenance of the Exchange• Troubleshoot and solve User related issues• Knowledge in Backup Solutions• Support for users with expertise in Outlook and other office applications and. Manages mailboxes and anti-spam policies.• Resets passwords, manages support tickets, and monitors service health.• Firewall management, Site to site VPN, Site to client VPN• oracle webserver management and backup.• Installation, configuration and maintenance of printers, scanners, laptops, desktops and other IT devices.

    Must have experience in Anti Virus and Malware Must have experience in Hardware and Software Must be available immediately. – No Notice Period!Must have excellent EnglishMust be located in UAE – ideally Dubai

    ARCCO has enjoyed a long and ever-expanding association with the United Arab Emirates since 1994. During this time, the company has held a place of choice within the many industries it operates in. After expanding its operations to Abu Dhabi in 2009, ARCCO has become a leading UAE supplier of complex infrastructure development, integrated logistics solutions and oversight.

    ARCCO maintains it’s strong legacy of stellar performance as a subsidiary of Dubai’s respected ZTCO GROUP OF COMPANIES by incorporating the following company mission statement into all aspects of production and service;

    To gain and retain client confidence that develops into long-standing business relationships.
    To maintain ethics in all agreements.
    To remain dedicated to high quality workmanship.
    To continuously strive to improve all services.
    The principal measure of a company’s success is its continued growth. ARCCO continues to grow as a result of its management and staff complying with this mission.

    ARCCO serves with unparalleled engineering skill, professionalism and strong commitment for each and every project. More

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    Branch Manager – UAE National | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Purpose• Manage and lead the Branch effectively by maintaining high quality customer services and optimising employee satisfaction to ensure the achievement of sales and other targets of the branch to maximise the contribution to the bank’s growth and profitability.Principal AccountabilitiesSales• Ensure that all sales roles in branch achieve their target which are specified in STAR Incentive Scheme• Ensure that the same with the individual staff members in the branch to support the achievement of the business goals of the branch.• Maintain the participation rate of all sales roles as specified in STAR Incentive Scheme within branch• Contribute to the acquisition of business for the branch by marketing and cross selling the bank’s services and products to the existing and potential customers.• Establish a good communication and create strong relationship with customers to increase customer loyalty and sales opportunities• Ensure to complete minimum 5 customer calls into Business Call Reports into OCRM with using Listening Post list.Service and Quality• Ensure high level customer service including the review of customer complaints to maintain high level customer satisfaction. • Champion the centralization process and support other bank-wide initiatives to enhance the operational efficiency across the Bank.• Provide an operational excellence environment in branch to increase customer service level and decrease reworks• Minimize the customer complaints against any staff branch with creating a customer centric approach in branchPeople• Monitor the performance of the staff members through periodic reviews and provide them with factual feedback to ensure that targets are met or exceeded to foster a high performance culture• Ascertain the development needs of staff members and train them coaching & counseling to ensure that they are capable of realizing their potential and to meet the financial and non-financial objectives of the branch.Others• Ensure to comply with the audit requirements, internal and external reporting obligations etc in line with the policy guidelines, to ensure high standards of uniformity and consistency across the Bank

    RequirementsEducation and Experience• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in commercially oriented discipline with recognized diploma in Banking• For graduates, 6-8 years banking experience with at least 3 years experience of handling independent responsibility for a specific banking area as a Branch Manager or Department Head.

    In 1969, when we at Commercial Bank of Dubai started out little did we know that sheer grit and determination would get us where we are today. An Emiri Decree issued by His Highness the Late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the founder of modern Dubai, laid the cornerstone of Commercial Bank of Dubai. We started out as a joint venture of Commerzbank, Chase Manhattan Bank and Commercial Bank of Kuwait. A minority stake was held by a few UAE businessmen.

    By 1982, little more than a decade later, we evolved into a National Public Shareholding company. A feat complimented by an exponential increase in the capital base and mammoth restructuring of our operations. The feather in the cap came when the Government of Dubai became a key shareholder.

    Over the decades, we have transformed ourselves into a progressive and modern banking institution. We are supported by a sturdy financial base and reigned by a strong and stable management. The proof of which lies with our customers who have stood by us over the years. More

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    Relationship Officer, eDirham | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Purpose:• Grow wallet share of CBD issued e-Dirham cards in the market via centre distribution modelPrincipal Accountabilities:Channel Reach & Penetration• Conduct market research to identify channel expansion and selling opportunities• Actively seek out new sales prospects through cold calling and networking• Set up meetings with potential centres and deliver the pitch for CBD eDirham cards and top up proposition • Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations on products and services• Create frequent reviews and reports with sales, channel and productivity data• Negotiate, close deals and handle centre complaints or objections• Collaborate with cross functional team members to achieve efficiency• Gather feedback from centres or prospects and share with the internal teams• Performing cost-benefit analyses of existing and potential customers• Maintaining positive business relationships to ensure future sales• Cross sell Bank products and services through the right channel• Be the first point of contact for all centre query(s)Customer Experience• Deliver superior customer experience to the centres • Issues (if any) to be resolved on priority by coordinating with internal stakeholders• Responsible for providing an overall positive experience and association with CBDRelationship Management• Maintain cordial professional equation with the centres• Manifest self as a problem solver• Coordinate with the centres to grow business originating from this channel• Be the face of the Bank to onboard and grow centre penetration

    RequirementsEducation and Experience:• Bachelor Degree• Minimum 3 years in a relationship management role• Understanding of banking products and customer focused

    In 1969, when we at Commercial Bank of Dubai started out little did we know that sheer grit and determination would get us where we are today. An Emiri Decree issued by His Highness the Late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the founder of modern Dubai, laid the cornerstone of Commercial Bank of Dubai. We started out as a joint venture of Commerzbank, Chase Manhattan Bank and Commercial Bank of Kuwait. A minority stake was held by a few UAE businessmen.

    By 1982, little more than a decade later, we evolved into a National Public Shareholding company. A feat complimented by an exponential increase in the capital base and mammoth restructuring of our operations. The feather in the cap came when the Government of Dubai became a key shareholder.

    Over the decades, we have transformed ourselves into a progressive and modern banking institution. We are supported by a sturdy financial base and reigned by a strong and stable management. The proof of which lies with our customers who have stood by us over the years. More