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    Corporate Administrator | Kershaw Leonard

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are seeking an experienced Corporate Administrator in our clients Dubai office. Applicants must have a successful track record with sophisticated administration of portfolio companies and trusts that are incorporated in financial centres both inside and outside the United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate must possess superior presentation and communication skills, and be an effective team player. Duties– Overall responsibility for and relationship management of the day-to-day administration of a complex portfolio of clients comprised of different types of companies in various jurisdictions, but mainly in the British Virgin Islands and the UAE– Managing all aspects of a designated portfolio, including all correspondence, and banking and statutory obligations that arise for each client– Client on-boarding process that includes KYC documentation and verification– Monitoring ongoing compliance procedures and controls for existing clients– Administrative tasks including drafting of resolutions, handling changes in directors and shareholders, attestations and legalisations, issuance of registry certificates, bank account openings, annual reviews and other required annual statutory filings– Assisting other members of the team with all aspects of day-to-day administration of a defined portfolio of trusts and companies, as required– Liaison with clients Group offices in relation to incorporation of companies and various post incorporation tasks

    Required Qualification & Experience– A minimum of five years of corporate administration experience with an international trust company, family office, corporate service provider or accounting firm dealing directly with end user clients and responsibility for the maintenance and development of that relationship– A legal or accounting degree and experience– STEP or company secretary qualifications preferred– Good knowledge of incorporation of companies in different jurisdictions and various post-incorporation tasks such as attestations, issuance of registry certificates, filing of changes in directorships and shareholding, account opening, etc.– Ability to draft company and trust resolutions and documents– Experience with applying AML principles– Competent understanding of trust and company law– In-depth knowledge of the BVI Companies Act

    Kershaw Leonard is committed to finding First Class people for its World Class Clients. Since our inauguration in September 1999, We have become well-respected specialists for all aspects of Human Resource Consultancy and Recruitment, and bring a standard of professional conduct (through the Recruitment Employment Confederation UK) to the industry here in the Middle East. Our qualified Consultants deliver a unique quality of service that is designed to meet the individual needs of both Candidates and Clients.

    Our specialist recruitment divisions cover permanent, temporary and contract staff, and Executive Search, in the following sectors:

    Senior Executives and Directors; Design; Engineering and Construction; Finance and Banking; Human Resources and Training; IT and Telecoms; Legal; Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Media; Office Management; Retail; Sales and Marketing and Secretarial and Business Support. More

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    Compliance Manager | Kershaw Leonard

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client is a leading independent provider of corporate, trust and fund services to the financial services sector worldwide, employing over 900 staff across a global footprint that spans Africa, the Americas, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe and the Middle East. They are seeking a talented professional to join their thriving Dubai office. Client-focused and service-oriented, they only employ individuals who are professionally minded, committed and able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills

    The candidate we are looking for will:1. Be currently working for a corporate services company in a senior compliance role2. Have experience in company set up procedures in UAE free zones, DED and offshore authorities such as BVI?3. Be experienced in trust fund management and all the regulations involved?4. Be experienced in drafting company and trust resolutions and documents 5. Have STEP or Company Secretary qualifications6. Have extensive knowledge of the BVI Companies Act

    Kershaw Leonard is committed to finding First Class people for its World Class Clients. Since our inauguration in September 1999, We have become well-respected specialists for all aspects of Human Resource Consultancy and Recruitment, and bring a standard of professional conduct (through the Recruitment Employment Confederation UK) to the industry here in the Middle East. Our qualified Consultants deliver a unique quality of service that is designed to meet the individual needs of both Candidates and Clients.

    Our specialist recruitment divisions cover permanent, temporary and contract staff, and Executive Search, in the following sectors:

    Senior Executives and Directors; Design; Engineering and Construction; Finance and Banking; Human Resources and Training; IT and Telecoms; Legal; Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Media; Office Management; Retail; Sales and Marketing and Secretarial and Business Support. More

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    Project Manager / Program Manager – Co-Brand Card / Credit Card | Manpower Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Project Manager / Program Manager – Co-Brand Card / Credit Card – 12 months contractTeam for India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey are looking for a Partnerships Project Manager for its newly set-up Financial Services practice with extraordinary analytical skills and business insights. As part of a global business, this role is responsible for some cross-country projects and tasks with a key focus on UAE market to support a financial services project launch in the first 12 month. In this role, you will support all aspects of the channel: developing relationship with the partner/s, building plans to grow profitability, developing offers to expand the program, negotiating deal structures and terms, setting up campaigns, analyzing and reporting performance, and optimizing campaigns to achieve company goals.Responsibilities• Overall project management skills with ability to follow through on strategies and deliver projects on time. • Support day-to-day relationship and contract management for the assigned partners, expanding reach with the partner across functional groups • Responsible for overall achievement of the targets in terms of new Co-brand launches and grow spend from Co-brand portfolio/s. • Set up campaigns, manage ongoing communication, and optimize creative strategy and social/digital performance • Run well-planned marketing tests to help optimize acquisition, activation and retention• Track and analyze metrics to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the program• Effectively manage technical communications with partners and troubleshoot and resolve technical inquiries• Negotiate terms, financial structure of deals and launch Co-brands.• Partner with peers in other functional areas (e.g., marketing, digital, customer experience, operations, analytics, risk, innovation) and across global regional teams to execute projects in ways that leverage the breadth and depth of Client’s resources• Support other loyalty & partnerships managers on cross country tasks/projects• Keep up with industry trends and monitor competition

    Qualifications• Experienced partner marketing manager or other performance marketing experience, a Co-brand/credit card marketing experience is a plus (3-5 years)• Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to follow through on strategies and deliver tangible business results.• Strong analytical skills and financial/portfolio modelling experience.• Deep knowledge of partnership structures with analytic orientation and viewpoint on emerging partnership trends. • Sharp marketing instincts and a passion for creating great customer experiences• Well established relationship management & presentation skills with a deep sales orientation.• Technical aptitude, ability to operate and thrive in a multi-tasking, fast-paced environment• Proven ability negotiating business agreements and ability to develop new partnerships.• Strong organizational skills to prioritize and balance multiple priorities• A professional ‘get it done’ attitude and work ethic• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint• Fluency in English

    We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

    ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world’s most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise – 3600 offices in over 80 countries – we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

    ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership.
    Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

    Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:

    IT & Telecommunications
    Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
    Banking, Finance & Legal
    Sales & Business Development
    Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
    Human Resources & Training
    Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
    Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
    Executive Recruitment
    Emiratization Solutions
    Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
    Managed Service Provider Solutions
    Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
    Outsourced Staffing Solutions More

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    EA to CEO / Chairman | Irwin & Dow

    Employment:

    Full Time

    A superb career opportunity has arisen for a career C-Suite EA to support a dynamic CEO / Chairman of this diversified investment house, with offices based throughout Europe and the Middle East. With a portfolio of companies under the group’s umbrella, this role will support at both the corporate and strategic level and also manage private interests for the family. Based in prestigious offices in Dubai, the role is a direct 1:1 to the CEO / Chairman but will provide additional support to the executive leadership internationally throughout the Group and be the interface between the Chairman’s office and the group. The EA will ensure the effective management of the Chairman’s diary, prioritizing and using discretion to manage demands and acting as gatekeeper. Responsibilities include preparation of internal and external documentation and liaison with key stakeholders internationally, collating information and strategic reporting across the group, Board presentation and minuting Board Meetings, significant travel organisation and core administrative support that demonstrates excellence and professionalism.

    This role is a diverse role, where the EA will be required to significantly juggle responsibilities, hence we are looking for that special all-rounder who can embrace the administrative challenges of supporting a world class office in conjunction with the private aspects of the Principal’s life. This will include managing the private residence as required, ensuring prompt payment of bills and ensuring a full complement of service providers are available and significant personal liaison with the Chairman and family for private travel arrangements and personal adhoc requests. We are seeking candidates with a minimum of five years’ experience at the most senior C-Suite support level, ideally from a strong business environment (investment banking, venture capital and /or private equity). Candidates will be experienced working globally and a fast paced entrepreneurial rhythm, showing resourcefulness and intuition and possess a native command of English, with fluency in French advantageous.

    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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    Project Manager / Program Manager – Co-Brand Card / Credit Card – 12mths contract | Manpower Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Team for India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey are looking for a Partnerships Project Manager for its newly set-up Financial Services practice with extraordinary analytical skills and business insights. As part of a global business, this role is responsible for some cross-country projects and tasks with a key focus on UAE market to support a financial services project launch in the first 12 month. In this role, you will support all aspects of the channel: developing relationship with the partner/s, building plans to grow profitability, developing offers to expand the program, negotiating deal structures and terms, setting up campaigns, analyzing and reporting performance, and optimizing campaigns to achieve company goals.RESPONSIBILITIES• Overall project management skills with ability to follow through on strategies and deliver projects on time. • Support day-to-day relationship and contract management for the assigned partners, expanding reach with the partner across functional groups • Responsible for overall achievement of the targets in terms of new Co-brand launches and grow spend from Co-brand portfolio/s. • Set up campaigns, manage ongoing communication, and optimize creative strategy and social/digital performance • Run well-planned marketing tests to help optimize acquisition, activation and retention• Track and analyze metrics to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the program• Effectively manage technical communications with partners and troubleshoot and resolve technical inquiries• Negotiate terms, financial structure of deals and launch Co-brands.• Partner with peers in other functional areas (e.g., marketing, digital, customer experience, operations, analytics, risk, innovation) and across global regional teams to execute projects in ways that leverage the breadth and depth of Client’s resources• Support other loyalty & partnerships managers on cross country tasks/projects• Keep up with industry trends and monitor competition

    Qualifications• Experienced partner marketing manager or other performance marketing experience, a Co-brand/credit card marketing experience is a plus (3-5 years)• Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to follow through on strategies and deliver tangible business results.• Strong analytical skills and financial/portfolio modelling experience.• Deep knowledge of partnership structures with analytic orientation and viewpoint on emerging partnership trends. • Sharp marketing instincts and a passion for creating great customer experiences• Well established relationship management & presentation skills with a deep sales orientation.• Technical aptitude, ability to operate and thrive in a multi-tasking, fast-paced environment• Proven ability negotiating business agreements and ability to develop new partnerships.• Strong organizational skills to prioritize and balance multiple priorities• A professional ‘get it done’ attitude and work ethic• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint• Fluency in English

    We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

    ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world’s most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise – 3600 offices in over 80 countries – we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

    ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership.
    Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

    Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:

    IT & Telecommunications
    Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
    Banking, Finance & Legal
    Sales & Business Development
    Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
    Human Resources & Training
    Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
    Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
    Executive Recruitment
    Emiratization Solutions
    Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
    Managed Service Provider Solutions
    Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
    Outsourced Staffing Solutions More

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    Finance Manager – Engineering Consultancy – Arabic Speaker | CG Resourcing

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Required to join the Abu Dhabi office of an international engineering consultancy. Responsibilities include the followingHandling all the accounting function for all branches of in the GCC AreaManaging payable, receivables, banking transaction and payroll for the personnel and workersDirect reporting to the CFO in all business related transaction including JV projectsPreparation of weekly and monthly cash report and bank reports and do bank reconciliation every end of the month in-charge of budget analysis, business plan; manages payable, receivable, banking transaction, and the monthly payroll of the personnel Prepares and analyse monthly, quarterly, mid-year and yearly financial reports such as cash flow report, budget allocation, trial balance, profit and loss, income statement etcApplicants should meet the following criteriaA degree in finance or accountingMinimum of 10 years relevant experience in GCCFluent in ArabicStrong Excel skills and SAP systemExcellent ability to problem solve along with solid analytical skills, understanding of business process and systems optimizationComfortable interacting with all levels of management in multiple areasStrong knowledge of financial reportingAbility to review data and make relevant management decisions. Strong financial system and business administration understanding.

    Applicants should meet the following criteriaA degree in finance or accountingMinimum of 10 years relevant experience in GCCFluent in ArabicStrong Excel skills and SAP systemExcellent ability to problem solve along with solid analytical skills, understanding of business process and systems optimizationComfortable interacting with all levels of management in multiple areasStrong knowledge of financial reportingAbility to review data and make relevant management decisions. Strong financial system and business administration understanding.

    CG Resourcing are a boutique recruitment company specialising in supplying mainly white collar professionals to the construction and engineering industry throughout the world. Our main center of operations are the Middle East and Africa regions although we also have experience of recruiting for Australasia, Russia, Western and Eastern Europe and throughout Asia. All CG Resourcing staff have over 15 years of experience of recruiting for the construction and engineering markets both in the UK and throughout the World so are true experts in their field!

    We aim to work with our clients on a one to one basis so we can develop a unique understanding of their exact requirements, offering them a truly bespoke recruitment service that address’s all of their requirements. Our service can be tailor made to cater for mass recruitment, campaigns, one off executive placements or multiple placements on large construction projects.

    We are able to source candidates of any level and from any part of the world and are now the trusted recruitment partners of many industry leading construction organisations!

    Specialisms:

    Construction – build and civils
    Rail and metro.
    Architecture
    Bridges and building structures
    Highways and infrastructure
    Project Management.
    Health and Safety
    Planning and Project Controls
    Quantity Surveying, Contract Administration.
    MEP
    Environmental and Geotechnical
    Water
    Facilities Management
    Human resources, finance and support services, Administration More

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    Backend Developer | Arab Payment Services (APS)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are looking for an experienced Back-end developer to join our IT team! As a Back-end Developer, you will be responsible for the server-side web application logic as well as for the integration of the front-end part. If you have outstanding programming skills and a great passion for developing beautiful, innovative applications, then you will love this job.Back-end Developer duties and responsibilities• Be involved and participate in the overall application lifecycle• Main focus on coding and debugging• Collaborate with Front-end developers • Define and communicate technical and design requirements• Provide training, help and support to other team members• Build high-quality reusable code that can be used in the future• Develop functional and sustainable web applications with clean codes• Troubleshoot and debug applications• Learn about new technologies• Stay up to date with current best practices• Conduct UI tests and optimize performance• Manage cutting-edge technologies to improve applications• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team of designers, developers and system administrators• Participate in conferences and educational programs• Follow new and emerging technologies

    Salary:
    AED
    5,000 to 8,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    • Experience as a Back-end developer• In-depth understanding of web development• Experience with programming languages like C# Java• Familiarity with front-end languages such as HTML, JavaScript and CSS• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills• Team player• Good organizational and time-management skills• Great interpersonal and communication skills• Degree in Computer Science

    Arab Payment Services is a provider of end-to-end electronic payment products and services, Proudly Arab Payment Services is the first Iraqi company that have a third party processing switch located in iraq, as well as first and the only Iraqi company that have PCI DSS Certification. More

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    Oracle Database Administrator | Arab Payment Services (APS)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    A professional Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) will keep the database up and running smoothly 24/7. The goal is to provide a seamless flow of information throughout the company, considering both backend data structure and frontend accessibility for end-users.Responsibilities• Build database systems of high availability and quality depending on each end user’s specialised role• Design and implement database in accordance to end users information needs and views• Define users and enable data distribution to the right user, in appropriate format and in a timely manner• Use high-speed transaction recovery techniques and backup data• Minimise database downtime and manage parameters to provide fast query responses• Provide proactive and reactive data management support and training to users• Determine, enforce and document database policies, procedures and standards• Perform tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy and integrity• Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions when required

    • Proven working experience as a Database Administrator• Hands-on experience with database standards and end user applications• Excellent knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity and Oracle• Familiarity with database design, documentation and coding• Previous experience with DBA case tools (frontend/backend) and third party tools• Familiarity with programming languages API• Problem solving skills and ability to think algorithmically• BS degree in a computer discipline or relevant certification

    Arab Payment Services is a provider of end-to-end electronic payment products and services, Proudly Arab Payment Services is the first Iraqi company that have a third party processing switch located in iraq, as well as first and the only Iraqi company that have PCI DSS Certification. More