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    Project Manager – WBG-1 | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Purpose- The Corporate Project Manager will be responsible for establishing and managing projects/programs within the Wholesale Banking Group, to deliver all activities within agreed constraints of time, budget and quality. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan.- The jobholder will interact with business users to ascertain their needs and undertake the implementation of selected package solutions or development of systems based solutions in order to meet business requirement. He/she will perform all Project management responsibilities, prepare and maintain project plans, monitor progress reports, act as liaison between IT and user departments.- While the role is housed in IT, he/she will have to execute both business and IT aspects of Project ManagementPrincipal Accountabilities:Portfolio Management- Direct the delivery of programs through active sponsorship, leadership and involvement in specific initiatives to ensure they meet time, cost and quality requirements- Implement an effective review, reporting and presentation structure for all projects/programs- Conduct program evaluations- Work closely with key stakeholders responsible for delivery of the constituent workstreams within the program- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all senior business unit- Ensuring portfolio resources are appropriate to enable the necessary operational and strategic capabilityProject Management- Managing a portfolio of multiple projects – managing their interdependencies, resourcing and any proposed changes which may affect project priorities- Identifying resourcing needs in line with the portfolio plan- Establish project plan and initiate project mobilization by confirming project scope, estimate, resources, roles and responsibilities- Monitor and control execution of project though Analyze, Design, Build, Test and Release- Provide leadership and decision making support by establishing project governance- Managing senior stakeholders in uncovering and resolving potential conflicts or disagreements about project priorities- Perform project reporting including overall performance of the program and project completion documentation- Lead efforts around work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans and status reports.- Lead the design, development, and implementation of business perspective work plans to determine the required tasks and resources (process, functional, etc.) for complex projects spanning multiple business units- Provide appropriate performance feedback for project team members.- Coach and mentor project team members on best practices, including solution delivery and IT value.- Provide input around the hiring, supervising, training and promotion of candidates as needed.- Lead medium to large scale IT projects for a business unit within time, budget and specification constraints.- Demonstrate competency in coordinating all aspects of a large, complex project involving multiple IT disciplines. Coordinate projects with other on-going efforts.- Manage the scope change process and issue identification/resolution with all stakeholders.- Monitor and communicate status to senior leadership. Communicate and incorporate feedback from customers.- Craft and implement communication plans requiring cultural change within the organization.- Identify and anticipate risks and issues. Facilitate resolution, mitigation, and appropriate escalation to senior management.- Define quality standards and ensure compliance.- Prepare project completion documentation with project performance, lesson learned.- Ensure access to sensitive information pertaining to the Bank, and ongoing and future projects are maintained in strict confidence

    Qualifications- Extensive understanding in IT Project Management,- Excellent understanding Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology (processes, and deliverables) – Excellent understanding of Banking Domains (in particular Wholesale and Corporate Banking, Transaction Banking, etc.)- Graduation degree or more.- Professional certification in Project ManagementExperience- At least 10 years of experience in Program and Project Management, Business Analysis, Portfolio Management, IT Operating Model and IT Management- Excellent understanding of waterfall and agile development methodologies and its pros, cons and implication in different scenariosSkills- Exceptional track record of on-time, on-budget and to-specification delivery of projects- Experience of managing multiple and complex projects to quality, time and budget- Strong track record of on-time, on-budget and to-specification delivery of projects- Ability to manage Agile and Non-Agile projects- Ability to manage relationships with internal business customers- Excellent written and verbal English communications- Analysis, conceptualization- Leadership and team management- Planning and organization- Problem solving- Excellent Interpersonal relations skills- Stakeholder Management- Able to multi-task and work under stress in a fast-paced environment

    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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    Project Manager – WBG -2 | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Purpose- The Corporate Project Manager will be responsible for establishing and managing projects/programs within the Wholesale Banking Group, to deliver all activities within agreed constraints of time, budget and quality. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan.- The jobholder will interact with business users to ascertain their needs and undertake the implementation of selected package solutions or development of systems based solutions in order to meet business requirement. He/she will perform all Project management responsibilities, prepare and maintain project plans, monitor progress reports, act as liaison between IT and user departments.- While the role is housed in IT, he/she will have to execute both business and IT aspects of Project ManagementPrincipal AccountabilitiesPortfolio Management- Direct the delivery of programs through active sponsorship, leadership and involvement in specific initiatives to ensure they meet time, cost and quality requirements- Implement an effective review, reporting and presentation structure for all projects/programs- Conduct program evaluations- Work closely with key stakeholders responsible for delivery of the constituent workstreams within the program- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all senior business unit- Ensuring portfolio resources are appropriate to enable the necessary operational and strategic capabilityProject Management- Managing a portfolio of multiple projects – managing their interdependencies, resourcing and any proposed changes which may affect project priorities- Identifying resourcing needs in line with the portfolio plan- Establish project plan and initiate project mobilization by confirming project scope, estimate, resources, roles and responsibilities- Monitor and control execution of project though Analyze, Design, Build, Test and Release- Provide leadership and decision making support by establishing project governance- Managing senior stakeholders in uncovering and resolving potential conflicts or disagreements about project priorities- Perform project reporting including overall performance of the program and project completion documentation- Lead efforts around work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans and status reports.- Lead the design, development, and implementation of business perspective work plans to determine the required tasks and resources (process, functional, etc.) for complex projects spanning multiple business units- Provide appropriate performance feedback for project team members.- Coach and mentor project team members on best practices, including solution delivery and IT value.- Provide input around the hiring, supervising, training and promotion of candidates as needed.- Lead medium to large scale IT projects for a business unit within time, budget and specification constraints.- Demonstrate competency in coordinating all aspects of a large, complex project involving multiple IT disciplines. Coordinate projects with other on-going efforts.- Manage the scope change process and issue identification/resolution with all stakeholders.- Monitor and communicate status to senior leadership. Communicate and incorporate feedback from customers.- Craft and implement communication plans requiring cultural change within the organization.- Identify and anticipate risks and issues. Facilitate resolution, mitigation, and appropriate escalation to senior management.- Define quality standards and ensure compliance.- Prepare project completion documentation with project performance, lesson learned.- Ensure access to sensitive information pertaining to the Bank, and ongoing and future projects are maintained in strict confidence

    Qualifications- Extensive understanding in IT Project Management, – Excellent understanding Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology (processes, and deliverables) – Excellent understanding of Banking Domains (in particular Wholesale and Corporate Banking, Transaction Banking, etc.)- Graduation degree or more.- Professional certification in Project ManagementExperience- At least 10 years of experience in Program and Project Management, Business Analysis, Portfolio Management, IT Operating Model and IT Management- Excellent understanding of waterfall and agile development methodologies and its pros, cons and implication in different scenariosSkills- Exceptional track record of on-time, on-budget and to-specification delivery of projects- Experience of managing multiple and complex projects to quality, time and budget- Strong track record of on-time, on-budget and to-specification delivery of projects- Ability to manage Agile and Non-Agile projects- Ability to manage relationships with internal business customers- Excellent written and verbal English communications- Analysis, conceptualization- Leadership and team management- Planning and organization- Problem solving- Excellent Interpersonal relations skills- Stakeholder Management- Able to multi-task and work under stress in a fast-paced environment

    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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    Project Manager – PBG -3 | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Purpose- The Retail Project Manager will be responsible for establishing and managing projects/programs within the Personal Banking Group, to deliver all activities within agreed constraints of time, budget and quality. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan.- The jobholder will interact with business users to ascertain their needs and undertake the implementation of selected package solutions or development of systems based solutions in order to meet business requirement. He/she will perform all Project management responsibilities, prepare and maintain project plans, monitor progress reports, act as liaison between IT and user departments.- While the role is housed in IT, he/she will have to execute both business Principal AccountabilitiesPortfolio Management- Direct the delivery of programs through active sponsorship, leadership and involvement in specific initiatives to ensure they meet time, cost and quality requirements- Implement an effective review, reporting and presentation structure for all projects/programs- Conduct program evaluations- Work closely with key stakeholders responsible for delivery of the constituent workstreams within the program- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all senior business unit- Ensuring portfolio resources are appropriate to enable the necessary operational and strategic capabilityProject Management- Managing a portfolio of multiple projects – managing their interdependencies, resourcing and any proposed changes which may affect project priorities- Identifying resourcing needs in line with the portfolio plan- Establish project plan and initiate project mobilization by confirming project scope, estimate, resources, roles and responsibilities- Monitor and control execution of project though Analyze, Design, Build, Test and Release- Provide leadership and decision making support by establishing project governance- Managing senior stakeholders in uncovering and resolving potential conflicts or disagreements about project priorities- Perform project reporting including overall performance of the program and project completion documentation- Lead efforts around work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans and status reports.- Lead the design, development, and implementation of business perspective work plans to determine the required tasks and resources (process, functional, etc.) for complex projects spanning multiple business units- Provide appropriate performance feedback for project team members.- Coach and mentor project team members on best practices, including solution delivery and IT value.- Provide input around the hiring, supervising, training and promotion of candidates as needed.- Lead medium to large scale IT projects for a business unit within time, budget and specification constraints.- Demonstrate competency in coordinating all aspects of a large, complex project involving multiple IT disciplines. Coordinate projects with other on-going efforts.- Manage the scope change process and issue identification/resolution with all stakeholders.- Monitor and communicate status to senior leadership. Communicate and incorporate feedback from customers.- Craft and implement communication plans requiring cultural change within the organization.- Identify and anticipate risks and issues. Facilitate resolution, mitigation, and appropriate escalation to senior management.- Define quality standards and ensure compliance.- Prepare project completion documentation with project performance, lesson learned.- Ensure access to sensitive information pertaining to the Bank, and ongoing and future projects are maintained in strict confidence

    Qualifications- Extensive understanding in IT Project Management,- Excellent understanding Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology (processes, and deliverables) – Excellent understanding of Banking Domains (in particular Retail Banking)- Graduation degree or more.- Professional certification in Project ManagementExperience- At least 10 years of experience in Program and Project Management, Business Analysis, Portfolio Management, IT Operating Model and IT Management- Excellent understanding of waterfall and agile development methodologies and its pros, cons and implication in different scenariosSkills- Exceptional track record of on-time, on-budget and to-specification delivery of projects- Experience of managing multiple and complex projects to quality, time and budget- Strong track record of on-time, on-budget and to-specification delivery of projects- Ability to manage Agile and Non-Agile projects- Ability to manage relationships with internal business customers- Excellent written and verbal English communications- Analysis, conceptualization- Leadership and team management- Planning and organization- Problem solving- Excellent Interpersonal relations skills- Stakeholder Management- Able to multi-task and work under stress in a fast-paced environment

    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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    Project Manager – PBG -2 | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Purpose:- The Retail Project Manager will be responsible for establishing and managing projects/programs within the Personal Banking Group, to deliver all activities within agreed constraints of time, budget and quality. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan.- The jobholder will interact with business users to ascertain their needs and undertake the implementation of selected package solutions or development of systems based solutions in order to meet business requirement. He/she will perform all Project management responsibilities, prepare and maintain project plans, monitor progress reports, act as liaison between IT and user departments.- While the role is housed in IT, he/she will have to execute both business Principal Accountabilities:Portfolio Management- Direct the delivery of programs through active sponsorship, leadership and involvement in specific initiatives to ensure they meet time, cost and quality requirements- Implement an effective review, reporting and presentation structure for all projects/programs- Conduct program evaluations- Work closely with key stakeholders responsible for delivery of the constituent workstreams within the program- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all senior business unit- Ensuring portfolio resources are appropriate to enable the necessary operational and strategic capabilityProject Management- Managing a portfolio of multiple projects – managing their interdependencies, resourcing and any proposed changes which may affect project priorities- Identifying resourcing needs in line with the portfolio plan- Establish project plan and initiate project mobilization by confirming project scope, estimate, resources, roles and responsibilities- Monitor and control execution of project though Analyze, Design, Build, Test and Release- Provide leadership and decision making support by establishing project governance- Managing senior stakeholders in uncovering and resolving potential conflicts or disagreements about project priorities- Perform project reporting including overall performance of the program and project completion documentation- Lead efforts around work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans and status reports.- Lead the design, development, and implementation of business perspective work plans to determine the required tasks and resources (process, functional, etc.) for complex projects spanning multiple business units- Provide appropriate performance feedback for project team members.- Coach and mentor project team members on best practices, including solution delivery and IT value.- Provide input around the hiring, supervising, training and promotion of candidates as needed.- Lead medium to large scale IT projects for a business unit within time, budget and specification constraints.- Demonstrate competency in coordinating all aspects of a large, complex project involving multiple IT disciplines. Coordinate projects with other on-going efforts.- Manage the scope change process and issue identification/resolution with all stakeholders.- Monitor and communicate status to senior leadership. Communicate and incorporate feedback from customers.- Craft and implement communication plans requiring cultural change within the organization.- Identify and anticipate risks and issues. Facilitate resolution, mitigation, and appropriate escalation to senior management.- Define quality standards and ensure compliance.- Prepare project completion documentation with project performance, lesson learned.- Ensure access to sensitive information pertaining to the Bank, and ongoing and future projects are maintained in strict confidence

    Qualifications- Extensive understanding in IT Project Management,- Excellent understanding Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology (processes, and deliverables) – Excellent understanding of Banking Domains (in particular Retail Banking)- Graduation degree or more.- Professional certification in Project ManagementExperience:- At least 10 years of experience in Program and Project Management, Business Analysis, Portfolio Management, IT Operating Model and IT Management- Excellent understanding of waterfall and agile development methodologies and its pros, cons and implication in different scenariosSkills:- Exceptional track record of on-time, on-budget and to-specification delivery of projects- Experience of managing multiple and complex projects to quality, time and budget- Strong track record of on-time, on-budget and to-specification delivery of projects- Ability to manage Agile and Non-Agile projects- Ability to manage relationships with internal business customers- Excellent written and verbal English communications- Analysis, conceptualization- Leadership and team management- Planning and organization- Problem solving- Excellent Interpersonal relations skills- Stakeholder Management- Able to multi-task and work under stress in a fast-paced environment

    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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    Portfolio Manager – WBG | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Purpose:- The Portfolio Manager will be responsible for the management, business analysis and oversight of WBG’s demand and projects.- The Portfolio Manager will also be responsible for establishing and managing a portfolio of projects within the Wholesale and Transaction Banking Group, to deliver all activities within agreed constraints of time, budget and quality. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan.- The jobholder will interact with business users to ascertain their needs and undertake the implementation of selected package solutions or development of systems based solutions in order to meet business requirement. He/she will perform all Project management responsibilities, prepare and maintain project plans, monitor progress reports, act as liaison between IT and user departments. Principal Accountabilities:Portfolio Management- Shaping the change agenda for WBG, working with General Managers and their direct reports to prioritize key change initiatives in line with the strategic direction of CBD- Direct the delivery of programs through active sponsorship, leadership and involvement in specific initiatives to ensure they meet time, cost and quality requirements- Implement an effective review, reporting and presentation structure for all projects/programs- Conduct program evaluations- Work closely with key stakeholders responsible for delivery of the constituent workstreams within the program- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all senior business unit stakeholders including General Managers and external vendors as required and ensuring effective portfolio communications- Ensuring portfolio resources are appropriate to enable the necessary operational and strategic capability- Facilitating Steering Committees and any other governance forums to ensure alignment and that strategically important changes remain on track for delivery – Managing senior stakeholders in uncovering and resolving potential conflicts or disagreements about project prioritiesProject Management- Managing a portfolio of multiple projects – managing their interdependencies, resourcing and any proposed changes which may affect project priorities- Identifying resourcing needs in line with the portfolio plan- Establish project plan and initiate project mobilization by confirming project scope, estimate, resources, roles and responsibilities- Monitor and control execution of project though Analyze, Design, Build, Test and Release- Provide leadership and decision making support by establishing project governance- Perform project reporting including overall performance of the program and project completion documentation- Lead efforts around work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans and status reports.- Lead the design, development, and implementation of business perspective work plans to determine the required tasks and resources (process, functional, etc.) for complex projects spanning multiple business units- Provide appropriate performance feedback for project team members.- Coach and mentor project team members on best practices, including solution delivery and IT value.- Provide input around the hiring, supervising, training and promotion of candidates as needed.- Lead medium to large scale IT projects for a business unit within time, budget and specification constraints.- Demonstrate competency in coordinating all aspects of a large, complex project involving multiple IT disciplines. – Coordinate projects with other on-going efforts.- Manage the scope change process and issue identification/resolution with all stakeholders.- Monitor and communicate status to senior leadership. Communicate and incorporate feedback from customers.- Craft and implement communication plans requiring cultural change within the organization.- Identify and anticipate risks and issues. – Facilitate resolution, mitigation, and appropriate escalation to senior management.- Define quality standards and ensure compliance.- Prepare project completion documentation with project performance, lesson learned.- Ensure access to sensitive information pertaining to the Bank, and ongoing and future projects are maintained in strict confidence

    Qualifications- Extensive understanding in IT Project Management, – Excellent understanding Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology (processes, and deliverables) – Excellent understanding of Banking Domains (in particular Wholesale and Corporate Banking, Transaction Banking, etc.)- Graduation degree or more.- Professional certification in Project ManagementExperience:- At least 10 years of experience in Program and Project Management, Business Analysis, Portfolio Management, IT Operating Model and IT Management- Excellent understanding of waterfall and agile development methodologies and its pros, cons and implication in different scenariosSkills:- Exceptional track record of on-time, on-budget and to-specification delivery of projects- Experience of managing multiple and complex projects to quality, time and budget- Strong track record of on-time, on-budget and to-specification delivery of projects- Ability to manage Agile and Non-Agile projects- Ability to manage relationships with internal business customers- Excellent written and verbal English communications- Analysis, conceptualization- Leadership and team management- Planning and organization- Problem solving- Excellent Interpersonal relations skills- Stakeholder Management- Able to multi-task and work under stress in a fast-paced environment

    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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    Senior Manager / Director , SAP Digital Transformation Lead | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    In Financial Accounting & Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. The opportunity This opportunity is within our Digital Transformation team and provides advisory services focused on ERP enablement, ERP selection, developing road map for SAPS4Hana migration, Quality assurance of ongoing implementation, Finance Transformation, performance improvement and implementation, business process engineering, robotic process automation, Intelligent automation, AI/Machine Learning enabled automation and effective financial control, reporting and consolidation. As a digital transformation consulting professional, you will help business realize the value they can gain from their IT investments, supporting strategy and being a key growth driver. As part of a high-performing team, you’ll deliver exceptional client service – providing advice on how SAP technology enablement, digital transformation and enterprise intelligence contribute to performance improvement, as well as how IT can act as multiplying effect during major program transformations. In this fast- moving new space you will be the main driver in identifying clients and business development. Your key responsibilities – In this exciting new role you will be responsible for business development of our digital offering. – This will involve collaborating with Partners, Senior Managers and client to determine a FAAS strategy that appropriately addresses risk and manages client expectations relating to deliverables. – Provide client advisory in the context of SAP transformation, solution validation, test scenario development and data migration. – Develop business process and target operating model that are heavily enabled using SAP technology. – The role will also involve ensuring work is delivered timely and in compliance with regulatory requirements, delivering effective execution of the FAAS service delivery framework, working with other service lines in providing an integrated service delivery and monitoring the FAAS engagement team’s performance against the budget. – You will identify and communicate relevant trends, developments and key performance drivers relevant to the client, consult with appropriate resources on complex accounting issues and participate in sales of new FAAS work.

    Skills and attributes for success – Proactivity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. – Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. – This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic. To qualify for the role, you must have – A bachelor’s degree and approximately 10 plus years of related work experience – Demonstrated work experience in the SAP S/4Hana and SAP ECC 6.0 field with functional competency in SAP FICO, MM, SD and treasury modules – Established track record of business development, practice management and team development – Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise teams through all phases of the project lifecycle, including requirements definition, process and prose creation, business re-engineering, and application mapping. – Awareness about emerging technologies like RPA, AI and Machine learning – Strong technical skills and recognized cautious risk management ability – Deep understanding of the client’s industry and marketplace – Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary Ideally, you’ll also have – Track record with a leading consulting firm – Proficiency in the Arabic language What we look for We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Application Developer – SAP ABAP Associate | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction As an Application Developer, you will lead IBM into the future by translating system requirements into the design and development of customized systems in an agile environment. The success of IBM is in your hands as you transform vital business needs into code and drive innovation. Your work will power IBM and its clients globally, collaborating and integrating code into enterprise systems. You will have access to the latest education, tools and technology, and a limitless career path with the world’s technology leader. Come to IBM and make a global impact!Your Role and ResponsibilitiesOver the past 100 years, IBMers all over the globe have helped make the world work better and smarter. In this new era of Cognitive Business, IBM is helping to reshape industries by bringing together our expertise in Cloud, Analytics, Security, Mobile, and the Internet of Things: Changing how we create, collaborate, analyze and engage. From transforming healthcare to improving the retail shopping experience – it’s what IBMers do. In Africa, we’ve been changing the way the continent does business for more than 50 years, and as our company continues to grow, we’re looking for talented professionals to join us in this new era.Join us and be part of a diverse and global team of thinkers and doers, and make an impact.

    The consultant in this role will be Assisting clients in the selection, implementation, and support of the SAP Materials Management module with Inventory Management on Hana. Uses consulting skills, business knowledge, and packaged solution expertise to effectively integrate packaged technology into the clients business environment in order to achieve client expected business results.

    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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    DevOp Engineer | Stanley James

    Employment:

    Contract

    • We are currently recruiting multiple DevOps Engineers in Dubai on a 12 month renewable contract basis. • These are excellent opportunities to be involved working on strategic and extremely important projects with high value business impact.

    Applications are sought from those with the following backgrounds;• Minimum 5-8 years of experience working as a DevOps Engineer on either AWS or Azure• Linux & Windows administrations• Strong automation IaaC hands-on experience (Ansible, Terraform, Packer, Shell Scripting)• GitOps and CICD (Jenkins, GIT, Spinnaker) – Preferred• Middleware (Java/Tomcat/Jboss/.NetFramework – Weblogic Plus• Kubernetes experience – deployment management and troubleshooting • Telemetry and Observability (AppDynamics, Splunk, Zabbix) – preferred

    Stanley James is a privately owned recruitment business with offices in both Dubai and Cape Town allowing us to have global reach and a strong presence across EMEA and APAC. We have an expert team of recruitment specialists that are people centric, knowledgeable and driven to connect talent across all corporate functions. We are the partner of choice for SMEs, niche industry specialists and enterprises across the Technology, Financial Services, Management Consultancy, Legal, Construction & Engineering and Energy & Oil Gas sectors.

    We typically recruit a wide range of skillsets across all corporate services, front/back office functions and commercial leadership teams. This includes Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Sales & Marketing, Engineering, C-Level/Leadership, Business Change, Operations, Special Projects and Business Support Services. More