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    Software Developer | Weatherford

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The role of the Software Developer will be supporting our Key Global Clients and being responsible for the following:• All requirements gathering and analysis.• Working through all phases of the software development life cycle, including research, design, analysis, requirements, implementation, test automation, and maintenance.• Maintaining existing applications.• Working closely with oil and gas core business users (reservoir engineers, drilling engineers, geophysicist etc).• Importing, cleaning, transforming, validating and resolving data quality issues with the purpose making conclusions.• Performing analytics, reporting, developing dashboards and scorecards for various data.• Visualizing and reporting data findings creatively in a variety of formats (charts, graphs, tables etc).

    • Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Computer science or Computer Engineering).• Should have experience in technologies (C# windows applications, asp.net WebForms – MVC, JavaScript, Html, CSS, SQL, LINQ).• Should have at least (7) years hands-on technical experience in development.• Must have the ability to problem solve and make recommendations for solutions or work arounds.• Must have the ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment.• Must have a strong work ethic and excellent communication skills.• Must have a transferable Kuwait residency permit/visa and preferably be located in Kuwait.• Oil and gas experience is preferable.

    Weatherford is one of the largest multinational oilfield service companies providing innovative solutions, technology and services to the oil and gas industry. The Company operates in over 80 countries and has a network of approximately 700 locations, including manufacturing, service, research and development, and training facilities. More

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    Mercury Transaction Support Associate – Finance | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Mercury Transaction Support Associate – Finance – KarachiThe opportunityAs we roll out the Next Wave Strategy across EY and with our MENA Service Lines starting a new journey with a bold purpose of building a better working world by transforming business through the power of people, technology and innovation, the role of Mercury Transaction Support (MTS) Associate becomes even more critical to ensure that firm liabilities are correctly stated at any given point & balance sheet reflects the correct position of vendors. As we expand our MENA service lines, we have identified the need to have additional support in the finance functions. The MTS team will support the engagement teams in the mercury transaction processing. The team will work closely with the engagement teams and MENA market finance team. The service includes opportunity creation, opportunity management, pricing, code creation, budgeting, ETC and billing. The role also includes providing analytics and scenario analysis of engagement financials to improve margin.Your key responsibilities:• Based on the input provided by the Client Serving Executives (CSEs) the MTS team will Create opportunity, pricing, budgeting, ETC, Billing etc.• Work closely with the MENA Mercury Business Advisors to make sure that service line protocols are followed in each transaction activity• Provide analytical support, wherever needed to CSEsSkills and attributes for success:• Ability to solve problems and provide credible solutions• Confident to challenge where appropriate• Strong analytical and numeracy skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail• Good time management skills and able to balance multiple priorities by considering risk, importance and level of urgency• Eagerness to learn quickly, be proactive and share knowledge• Well-developed listening skills combined with the capability to apply judgment and seek guidance when escalation to a functional expert is appropriate

    To qualify for the role, you must have: • Used to working in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic• 2+ years of experience in transaction processing field, ideally in a professional services firm• Able to interact well with people at all levels within the firm and build strong relationships• Having strong knowledge of MS Office Packages. Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word and Power BI.• Having excellent communications and organizational skills.• Detail oriented and eager to analyze and solve complex cases.• Have a finance related degree, studying for an accountancy qualification or experience working for a professional service or consultancy environment.• Be innovative, confident and creative thinker with ability to make quick decisions.Ideally, you will also have• A business/commercial degree or post graduate.• Experience in budgeting and account forecasting.• People management and development experience.• Great knowledge of market activities.• Good business-related experience background.What we look forWe are looking for people who can combine, great listening skills, collaboration, influencing and commercial acumen. Being able thrive in an ever changing, diverse, multi-cultural environment where we expect exceptional quality and show passion for your work will set you up for success.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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    Temporary Talent Acquisition Associate | RecruitME

    Employment:

    Temporary

    Temp Talent Acquisition Associate for an International Professional Services FirmThis is a 9 month temp role starting immediately and has the opportunity to possibly become a permanent position and can be based in the UAE or KSA. As a Talent Acquisition Associate, you will be supporting the recruiting efforts for the Middle East offices. You will be playing an integral role in developing relationships with applicants and internal stakeholders.Your responsibilities will include:• Establishing relationships with internal stakeholders such as interviewers, channel team members, Operations, and Executive Assistants• Planning and coordinating local interview days by scheduling interviews and preparing materials• Planning interviewer’s capacity for international interview days• Acting as a main point of contact for candidates and interviewers on interview days• Maintaining the recruiting database• Managing databases and maintaining information as well as performing analysis and creating local and regional reports in collaboration with regional contacts• Managing the onboarding process for new interviewers and supporting training logistics• Supporting the wider recruiting team as needed

    The ideal candidate will:• Have an eye for detail in keeping all Recruiting platforms/tools updated accurately• Demonstrate strong organization skills with an ability to consistently meet deadlines and handle competing priorities effectively• Have a strong ability to work under pressure.• Be results driven and self-motivated.• Demonstrate resourcefulness and strong problem-solving capabilities• Have the capacity to work in a demanding, fast-paced and multicultural environment• Hold a relevant bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in corporate office recruiting (preferably at a professional services firm)• Have strong verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English, Arabic is a plus• Hold advanced level computer skills: Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook• Have the ability to use data based systems and report running• Must be currently based in the UAE or KSA with a transferable visa

    RecruitME are a specialized recruitment consultancy supplying top tier business support staff to Dubais leading multinational organizations. We carefully source, screen and select only the very best candidates to assist our clients in making easier recruitment decisions faster.

    Differentiating ourselves from standard recruitment agencies our consultants have been carefully chosen for their backgrounds in business support for leading multinational organizations. Having been both the client and the candidate previously, we have an insiders understanding of the recruitment process and our clients needs.

    What we do:

    Specializing in business support positions we can assist in introducing a small selection of experienced administration, finance and human resource candidates with the relevant experience to benefit your business. Our careful screening process ensures that we have met with and can give a concise overview of each candidates skills and current situation before you meet them.

    We pride ourselves on sending our clients only the very best available candidates in the market to ensure a simplified, hassle free and timely recruitment experience for all involved. More

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    Backend Developer – Python / Pandas | Black Pearl

    Employment:

    Full Time

    My client who is a large Cryptocurrency trading platform is looking to hire a backend developer.Tech stack includes:• Frameworks to backtest and execute trading strategies live • Framework to connect to crypto asset exchanges • Implementation of crypto asset exchanges • Different trading strategies • Market making software • Market analysis • Dashboards for our clients • System administration (nice to have if involved)

    Salary:
    AED
    20,000 to 30,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Ideal candidate have the following:• 3+ years of hands on experience in backend development.• Preferably in Python and Pandas.• Willing to work in a start up environment with minimal supervision.• Have worked with or has deep interest in digital asset trading, investment, cryptocurrency etc.• Excellent communication skills in English.

    Black Pearl is a progressive, dynamic and well structured HR solution provider
    that offers permanent recruitment services, HR consultancy, psychometric assessments, coaching and also professional training services for clients from different corporate sectors in the Middle East.

    Like a rare and unique black pearl, we consider our partnership with our clients and job seekers as a fine, precious and valuable encounter that needs to be affirmed, developed and supported with a strong commitment to deliver not only the right services but the best in the industry.

    Our aim is to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients, strategically offering Black Pearl services that are customized to the unique requirements of our clients and job seekers alike, resulting in effectively achieving goals and all that is required in this ever evolving and competitive market. More

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    Crypto Currency Specialist | Greyscale Digital

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are looking for a crypto currency specialist with experience in launching and developing coins on apps like meta mask and pancake swap.- Signals and trading strategies for new alt coins. – Monitoring Twitter and market movement platforms like Reddit and to conduct market research into up and coming coins before they launch then we want you!! – Ability to launch and develop the coin- Assisting in developing white papers

    Salary:
    AED
    10,000 to 12,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.
    Additional benefits: Project shares, Medical, Annual Leaves

    – Domain expertise- Competent in programming all coins including crypto currency coins- Competency on platforms so future investors can invest- Fluent verbal and written communication- Passion for working in a startupBenefits:- Attractive base salary package- Shares in the projectIf you are passionate to work in a growing and challenging startup that has huge funding, then this is an opportunity to change your life if you have the right skill sets.

    An end-to-end digital marketing and technology creative company.

    Our USP is thinking before execution

    We are strategic in our approach and our metric driven methodology sets us apart. More

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    LS Nav Developer | Ignite Search & Selection

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Ignite Search and Selection are currently working with one of the leading Retail firms in the UAE. They are looking to recruit an experienced LS Nav Developer for a position based in DubaiResponsibilities for this role will include the following:- Contribute to the technical evolution of our LSNAV ERP,web & mobile tracking solutions: development of new functionalities- Ensure technology choices and software architecture- Participate in the whole development cycle: specifications, development, integration, test, validation.- Measure the feasibility of each development request- Foresee user experience and mobility issues- Diagnose and solve problems, Iron bugs and actively participate in the performance optimization- Input new functionalities to the product roadmap; stay up to date with innovationsProgramming:- Develop applications and implement functionalities in LSNAV- Contribute to technical specifications- Make sure of the compatibility of your development with versions- Develop and handle unit testing; participate in acceptance phases and run non-regression testing- Make sure security, protection of personal data, and data integrity issues are handled at each step of the project

    Must have requirements for this role:- Strong knowledge of the retail landscape and programming- The ability to develop innovative ideas that provide new solutions to all types of workplace challenges- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills- Digital expertise is a big plus- Fluency in English.- Knowledge and/or experience with LSNAV solutions/platforms- Programming, debugging, customization of objects (tables, pages, reports, code unit) using C/AL on C/SIDE- Perform data conversions and configuration packages setup- LS NAV Data Migration- Technical expertise in most of the LSNAV 2018 and above technologies- Background in programming experience MySQL/ CSIDE/ CAL- Well-versed in web services (REST, Soap…)- Attention to quality, deadlines, and delivery- Knowledge of programming and project methodologies (Agile/Scrum

    Ignite Search & Selection is a leading Recruitment Agency in the Middle East. Ignite’s team of specialist recruiters now works across a range of sectors including Legal, Digital/Technology, Retail/FMCG, Construction and Engineering.

    We pride ourselves on given both clients and candidates expert market knowledge in our chosen sectors. We value getting a detailed understanding of our clients and candidates expectations to find the perfect fit for all parties. More

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    Senior People & Culture Partner | Irwin & Dow

    Employment:

    Full Time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an enterprise business group as they continue to develop across the region. This will be an exciting role, reporting to the Group Head of People & Culture and will partner with two business entities in the company portfolio with a total headcount of approx. one hundred and twenty people. We are seeking an individual with a full HRBP / HR Manager background, who can partner with senior stakeholders in both entities, contributing to company performance by providing tactical and strategic consulting on people and organisational development strategies in support of the business objectives. There will be significant autonomy in this role and experience in delivering HR initiatives with minimum supervision will be required. Key responsibilities will include, business partnering, talent management, talent acquisition, employee relations consultation, policy interpretation and application and compensation and rewards management. The role will also be significantly involved with projects at Group level which will include leading specific HR initiatives.

    A university degree in Human Resources / CIPD qualification in required with at least seven years of experience in a strategic HR role. Knowledge and experience in performance management, talent management, UAE employment law and organisational development is expected, as is a strength of character to be able to partner with key stakeholders in a confident, yet diplomatic way. Excellent communication skills are required, with English fluency of paramount importance. There is considerable room for growth in this organisation and the successful individual will have a strong HR mentor and be challenged to succeed.

    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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    Business Development Executive | Irwin & Dow

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are seeking a Business Development Executive for well-established business across the UAE. The role will promote the tax and advisory services that the business offers to new clients and ensure the maintenance and development of business streams with existing clients. As an ambassador for the company, the successful applicant will represent the firm in a professional and strategic manner to clients directly and in networking situations. You will maintain a strong brand awareness and deliver a consistently high sales performance, contributing to the ongoing growth of the organisation.The role is responsible for customer acquisition, lead generation, and prospect management and will manage client portfolio and advise them on the most appropriate VAT & Financial services & solutions. Actively developing new business, it will also manage key accounts and be the point of contact for those clients. The highest standards of customer service are expected, thereby increasing the satisfaction and quality of experience, and managing the process to deliver high levels of cost-clarity and customer satisfaction at all times. Key skills include strong sales negotiation skills, emphatic listening, and strong organisational ability in the pursuit of converting leads into sales. You will constantly recognize and explore opportunities and areas for future development and present these to management and contribute to the development of marketing materials, promotions, and digital content.

    The successful applicant will be a University graduate in Finance and Accounting and preference would go those who possess a Masters. We are seeking candidates with at least three years’ experience of which at least one must have been in UAE in the VAT & Financial services sector. Candidates must be able to display (and maintain) a high level of UAE VAT and Accounting regulation knowledge with customers in order to be seen as ‘expert’ and a credible source of information, thus demonstrating effectively the services the firm offer which is not only the packages but also the quality of the process overall. Accurate administration and solid knowledge of CRM software and MS Office is essential with strong personal desire to succeed. This is a superb opportunity to join a successful organization, continuing their expansion across the GCC region.

    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