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    Corporate Services Manager | Kershaw Leonard

    Employment:

    Full Time

    This is not an accounting job. Please do not apply if that is what you are looking for.Applicants must have a successful track record with sophisticated administration of portfolio companies and trusts that are incorporated in financial centres outside the United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will be a member of our clientsinternational team handling their global business with opportunities for career advancement within the GroupDuties• Responsible for achieving a high standard of client service to ensure that client expectations are met• Oversee and ensure that all client-related fiduciary and administrative duties are undertaken in a timely manner• Conduct annual trust and company file reviews, and ensure all KYC data are updated and regular client meetings are conducted with the administrators; record meeting notes in SF, refer any new opportunities to the BD• Assist with development of corporate administration service offerings, striving to ensure the company’s optimal positioning within the market• Ensure the company and its clients’ compliance with applicable laws, service standards, company policies and procedures, and agreed-upon operational and control processes• Within each client portfolio, ensure accurate and detailed records are maintained for all client structures, and the same accuracy is maintained in the internal system• As necessary, assist the team with client matters of a more technical nature• Build and maintain excellent working relationships with clients of the corporate services department, and continuously work to enhance the client experience and ensure that the company is viewed as the provider of choice • Devise and monitor plans to generate more revenue from existing clients• Work in collaboration with the new business team to generate new targets and leads• Achieve budgeted utilization targets, and control day-to-day costs and expenses• Manage the billing and aged-debt position of client matters effectively• Continuously monitor efficiency of the team to ensure profitability improvement• Ensure the team meets or hits relevant operational, risk and/or compliance key performance indicators and targets• Provide day-to-day leadership and management guidance that mirrors the organizational vision and values, including cross-divisional collaboration• Motivate and lead a high-performing team, focusing on attracting, recruiting, and retaining business professionals that have the appropriate skills and experience for the corporate services department• Provide the right coaching and training to the team • Ensure the team members have personal development plans and a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities; conduct formal performance evaluations each year• As appropriate, work with the board and senior management to develop and continuously review processes

    • A minimum of five years of managerial experience leading a corporate administration team that focuses on international markets, based in Dubai, with an international trust company, family office, corporate service provider or accounting firm• Experience dealing directly with end-user clients and having responsibility for the maintenance and development of those relationships• A legal, bachelor’s or master’s degree specializing in accounting; or ACCA,CPA, and/or CFA qualification• 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 openings, etc.• Ability to draft company and trust resolutions and documents• Experience with applying anti-money laundering principles• Competent understanding of trust and company law• In-depth knowledge of the BVI Companies Act• Good self-organisation and ability to operate disciplined four-eyes’ procedures• Software skills must include Word, Excel, Outlook and Salesforce

    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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    Director / Executive Director, Group Global Internal Audit | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The role will lead the build out of a global internal audit function for a leading financial services business. Candidates will need to come from the financial services industry – preferably FX trading/ markets, with a secondary preference for insurance/ reinsurance, banks, private equity, asset management, hedge funds, brokerage, investment holding companies.Client DetailsThe client is a global business with corporate headquarters in Dubai; the business has seen strong growth in recent history and is on track to deliver on an internal audit function to their board.DescriptionThe role is responsible for setting up the internal audit function across the Group & embedding a successful international (internal) audit culture & practice. This includes establishing an internal risk-based control framework across several international locations and jurisdictions, whilst coordinating & liaising principally with the Board Audit Committee, the Executive Management and all relevant external bodies. A more detailed job description is available for shortlisted candidates; please see the core candidate requirements below to be considered for the role.Job Offer* Excellent exposure, culture* Ability to make a difference* Ability to build out Internal Audit as a function

    * A total of 12-15 years’ of total experience which will have ideally started in Audit at the Big Four, and then transitioned into Internal Audit in Industry* The above experience will be preferably in preferably an FX trading/ markets industry, and secondarily within a business such as insurance/ reinsurance, banking, private equity, asset management, a hedge fund, brokerage, or an investment holding company. Candidates without “Financial Services” experience cannot be considered. * A Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification, or equivalent * Bachelors degree (or higher) from a top tier University; further education & professional qualifications are a plus* Experience working in a multi-jurisdiction/ global role is hugely advantageous* Experience in directly managing the board audit committee & chairman is hugely advantageous* Experience leading the build out of an internal audit function is hugely advantageous* The candidate must have credible experience and therefore the ability to positively influence stakeholders, internally & externally* The candidate must be extremely hands-on with strong attention to detail* The candidate will have strong communication skills – verbal, written and non-verbal* The candidate will have strong presentation skills* The candidate will be driven, self-motivated and agile

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

    Finance & Accounting
    Banking & Financial Services
    Procurement
    Property & Construction
    Engineering & Supply Chain
    Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering
    Human Resources
    Sales
    Marketing
    Technology
    Secretarial
    Executive Search
    Legal

    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

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    Sales Manager | Leading Sales, Marketing & Third Party Administrator Operating in GCC

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Main Task Of The Role• Planning, Strategy Development & Reporting • Plan & direct the branch’s activities to achieve short and long term targets including annual targets on both performance and financial budget • Provide monthly business reports to Senior Management • Conduct periodic market research ensuring GAP Corp’s positioning and rates remain competitive and present this quarterly as part of the Business Unit reviewsRelationship Management • Develop and maintain effective strategic relationships with other GAP CORP Offices as well as clients ensuring compliance to company and good business practices • Anticipate potential issues that might strain relationship with clients and formulate precautionary measure • Assist in resolving ongoing issues with the clients as appropriateOperational Management • Effectively and efficiently manage and direct sales activities to ensure sales targets are met• Provide timely feedback to Senior Management regarding Team’s performance • Identify foreseeable operational issues and solutions for Management’s information and review• Communicate company policies, procedures and business ethics with the team • Mentor, coach and develop sales team Business Development• Identify new business opportunities and share research findings with Senior Management • Develop new products that could be added to the GAP portfolio • From time to time, you may required to change your work location upon request from your Line Manager for business continuity purposes • You will be required upon the request from your Line Manager to visit the business partners for business continuity purposes • Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Line Manager

    Required Knowledge• BA or equivalent Business related degree • Proficient in Microsoft office applications • Commercial awareness required • Presentation • Negotiation • Interpersonal Essential Experience• 5 years experience in the Insurance industry • 5 years experience in Sales • 5 years local experience • Experience in developing and implementing strategic operational plans, managing people, resources and processes • Experience of working within the Middle East region • Experienced negotiator, self-motivated, strong organizational skills and strong interpersonal skills

    Leading sales, marketing and third party administrator operating in the GCC. More

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    IT Project Manager | Engage Selection

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Engage Selection is currently recruiting for an IT Project Manager on behalf of a Qatari Holding Group.The IT Project Manager will be responsible for the delivery of significant IT changes within the business, building an IT platform that is stable, efficient, and fit for purpose, along with introducing innovative solutions that will enable the business to grow. The Project Manager will ensure that all projects are successfully delivered within specified time frames, within the agreed budget and to the required quality.• Ensure the delivery of the agreed and defined products.• Lead, encourage and manage cross functional project teams.• Carry out the planning and monitoring of projects.• Assist the business in the preparation and communication of Project Business Cases.• Prepare and communicate Project Initiation Documents.• Produce as required plans for the Project, individual Stages and Exceptions with Team managers and other key project personnel. • Assess, control and manage the risks to the project, prepare mitigation and contingency plans.• Manage overall progress and resource deployment, including initiating corrective action where required.• Change control, variations, and configuration management.• Reporting via End Stage and Highlight reports.• Manage the overall direction and integrity of projects, in consultation with other relevant parties.• Identification of lessons learned and production of the report.• Recommendations of Follow-on Actions.• Production and presentation of the end of project report.• To source appropriate mentoring, support and advice on any aspects of the project where this is required.• Project Administration and record keeping.• Communicate with suppliers and internal teams and managers.

    Salary:
    QAR
    14,000 to 18,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Key Requirements.• 5+ years of experience as IT Project Manager.• Working knowledge of PRINCE2 or PMP.• Experience managing a variety of different IT Solutions.Qualifications.• Bachelor’s Degree in an IT or Management related field.

    Engage was formed in 2007 in response to frustrations at the level of service delivery offered by traditional large recruitment agencies working in the construction market. With a belief in providing a truly knowledgeable, precise and quality driven service, Engage strives to offer a recruitment experience to both employers and candidates that is unrivalled in the marketplace.

    We provide precision staffing solutions, including contingency and executive search, within the construction and commercial marketplaces. Our enduring relationships with market leading organisations in the region and overseas means we have access to the best candidates and the best vacancies. More

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    Legal Assistant | MENA Recruit

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client is a boutique investment bank headquartered in the DIFC.They specialize in the management of Hedge Funds, Private Equity Funds and Private Debt Funds.They want employees who are in for the long haul and aspire to be a part of a growing forward looking firm.They wish to invest in you, guide you and support your learning and development. All employees are required to remain enrolled in company sponsored continuing education and training above and beyond the statutory requirements.They work hard, but the work is rewarding and meaningful.Hiring date: ImmediateJob type: Full time (6 months probation)Roles and Responsibilities§ Assist General Counsel with legal, compliance and administrative support across all businesslines (including fund management, capital markets and M&A)§ Prepare and edit legal documents, regulatory filings, project plans and internal policies &procedures§ Management and track workflows and submission deadlines§ Assist with the implementation of corporate governance policies and monitor the same§ Liaise with clients and internal teams for the preparation, review and collation of due diligence and KYC/KYB materials§ Assist clients with onboarding at counterparties and service providers (including Fund Administrators, Prime Brokers, Banks, Auditors and Legal Counsel)§ Conduct legal research and prepare briefing notes in respect of the same

    Skills and Qualifications§ University degree and/or professional qualification§ 1+ year of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant or similar in a reputable law firm, financialinstitution or corporate§ Familiarity with legal procedures and financial services regulation in the DIFC, UAE orcomparable jurisdiction§ Corporate law, Banking & Finance and/or similar experience preferred

    MENA Recruit is a boutique Executive Search and Recruitment firm focused on meeting recruitment needs from Business Services through to Partner and General Counsel level within the legal sector. This extends to in-house and private practice in multiple industries covering the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait and Egypt along with a select group of tier one international firms in Australia.

    With over 20 years’ recruitment experience in London and Dubai, we have developed strong international ties in the UK, USA and APAC and have an extensive local Middle East network to draw from. We are committed to providing a bespoke service to clients and candidates. More

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    SAP Business Partner | Middle East Executive

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Middle East Executive are working with a leading food manufacturer and distributor who are looking for a SAP Business Partner to lead the implementation of supply chain modules such as Demand Planning, Production Planning, Material Management (MM) Warehouse Management (WMS).• As SAP Business Partner you will work primarily on the Supply Chain Function and execute and lead several SAP modules.• You will support, implement and execute SAP Systems & Projects, SAP BI/BW and MS Power BI.• You will provide service to the ERP and third-party applications users across the Company.• You’ll document IT/ ERP related business requirements, validate these with the businesses and prioritize based on input. • Manage on-going communication on large projects’ status and escalate issues to senior management as required.• A focus will also he on the importance of managing change from IT and Business perspectives, and guides the development of relevant processes and tools, to ensure effective change management.

    Salary:
    AED
    25,000 to 30,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    The ideal candidate must have:• A minimum 10 years of relevant experience on SAP, including implementation experience of Supply Chain Modules (SCM) Modules.• Preferred Relevant certification in Advanced Program/Project Management Professional (PMP).• Experience in Master Data Cleansing. • In-depth knowledge of SAP PP and working knowledge of MM and Demand Planning.• Experience of business partnering with supply chain teams• Experience of working in the manufacturing sector • Bachelor’s degree in Information System, Computer Science/Information Technology/Computer Engineering discipline or equivalent

    The Middle East Executive Group has become the first choice for industry professionals wanting to work in the Gulf region.

    We understand exactly how supply chain performance and sales performance impacts the bottom line and top line of product led businesses and we have the experience, network & expertise to match skilled professionals with exciting new roles that suit their experience, passion and drive in this highly strategic industry.

    Our specialist teams internally are;

    Commercial Management & Sales
    Supply Chain & Logistics
    Strategic HR
    Strategy
    Engineering

    The industries we focus on are;

    3PL / Freight Forwarding
    Food & FMCG
    Medical & Pharmaceutical
    Ecommerce
    Retail
    Engineering More

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    HR Manager | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    To help Head of HR to do:• Develops organization strategies by identifying and researching human resources issues; contributing information, analysis, and recommendations to organization strategic thinking and direction; establishing human resources objectives in line with organizational objectives• Implements human resources strategies by establishing department accountabilities, including talent acquisition, staffing, employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention, compliance, and labor relations.• Manages human resources operations by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining staff; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing staff job contributions; maintaining compensation; determining production, productivity, quality, and customer-service strategies; designing systems; accumulating resources; resolving problems; implementing change.• Develops human resources operations financial strategies by estimating, forecasting, and anticipating requirements, trends, and variances; aligning monetary resources; developing action plans; measuring and analyzing results; initiating corrective actions; minimizing the impact of variances.• Accomplishes special project results by identifying and clarifying issues and priorities; communicating and coordinating requirements; expediting fulfillment; evaluating milestone accomplishments; evaluating optional courses of action; changing assumptions and direction.• Supports management by providing human resources advice, counsel, and decisions; analyzing information and applications.• Complies local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.

    Reporting to Head of HR:• 5 years HR working experience,• Can speak both Arabic and English,• Bachelor Degree or above,• Familiar with local regulation,• Have good relationship with regulator,• Know how to manage HR work,• Know how to be a team leader,• Like Chinese culture,• Wish to be one of ICBC.

    Through its continuous endeavor and stable development, Industrial and commercial bank of China (the Bank) has developed into the top large listed bank in the world, possessing an excellent customer base, a diversified business structure, strong innovation capabilities and market competitiveness. The Bank has its presence in six continents, and its overseas network has expanded to 47 countries and regions.The Bank provides comprehensive financial products and services to 6,271 thousand corporate customers and 567 million personal customers by virtue of the distribution channels consisting of 16,092 domestic institutions, 426 overseas institutions and 1,545 correspondent banks worldwide, as well as through its E-banking network comprising a range of Internet and telephone banking services and self-service banking centers, forming a diversified and internationalized operating structure focusing on commercial banking business and maintaining a leading position in the domestic market in the commercial banking sector. In 2018, ICBC ranked the 1st place among the Top 1000 World Banks by The Banker, ranked 1st place in the Global 2000 listed by Forbes for the sixth consecutive year, and took the 1st place among the Top 500 Banking Brands of Brand Finance for the third consecutive year.

    ICBC pays great attention to business expansion in Middle East. It is the earliest Chinese bank to set up business institution in the area and also the Chinese bank with the largest number of institutions and the biggest business size in Middle East so far. Riyadh Branch is ICBC’s fifth branch in Middle East after Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Kuwait. More

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    Finance Director | QS Quest

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Major Finance / Banking company in Riyadh require Saudi National for the role of Finance Director, reporting to the CFO.

    The Finance Director will direct and control the statutory, regulatory and internal management reporting functions. To oversee the operation and maintenance of internal financial controls. Provide analytic and business advisory services to the business. Candidates MUST be a Saudi National and should have a strong background in Finance / Banking.

    QS Quest Ltd – Your Middle East Recruitment Partner

    QS Quest Ltd are a niche Recruitment Consultancy specialising in the placement of Construction & Engineering professionals into the Middle East. We deliver end to end recruitment for both client and candidate, with the ability to identify key Construction & Engineering professionals from all nationalities.

    With a detailed knowledge of the local Middle East market, we have a proven track record of sourcing and delivering key staff for some of the regions most recognised Construction & Engineering projects.

    Geographical areas covered are: Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, Oman. Bahrain and Iran. More