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    The Paradox Of Career Choice

    The Big Question  When I first began mentoring college students, I thought it was simply a coincidence that the students I was meeting happened to be consumed by the same nagging question. As more and more students shared the same concerns with me, I noticed that individuals with very different personalities and backgrounds were all … Continue reading “The Paradox Of Career Choice”
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    The Paradox Of Career Choice

    The Big Question 

    When I first began mentoring college students, I thought it was simply a coincidence that the students I was meeting happened to be consumed by the same nagging question. As more and more students shared the same concerns with me, I noticed that individuals with very different personalities and backgrounds were all grappling with the same question. It could not be a coincidence. Rather, the mind of the young thinking, feeling, growing person naturally gravitates towards the fundamental question: What is my life’s direction?

    This question is expressed in various ways:

    What major in college should I choose?What profession should I enter?What will I do after college?What am I going to look like ten years from now?

    The sense of freedom and independence that accompanies our arrival at college is not the only feeling that comes along with us. In the back seat sits another feeling — the feeling of worry about figuring out what I am going to do with my life. 

    I want to share with you the most effective approach to answering this question. Having the answer will make the college experience (and life!) far more valuable and enjoyable.

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    The Overwhelming Choice

    When I visit New York City, I like to pick up my favorite collectible: those silly, small ceramic New York Yankees dolls with the bobbing head attached to the body with a spring (the ones that cab drivers like to place on their dashboards), known as “bobbleheads”. As the car moves, the head bounces around in reaction to the turns and bumps of the car. For many, this doll encompasses the college experience, where we bounce around randomly between classes, majors, and career possibilities, our heads constantly bobbing in reaction to the many thoughts, options, and opinions that sway us.

    I remember the moment I received the course catalog during orientation for my freshman year in college. I looked through the catalog feeling overwhelmed by the abundance of options. I was enrolled in a liberal arts program that was supposed to “empower” me in life, but instead I felt disheartened, not knowing what to choose.

    Barry Schwartz, the author of The Paradox of Choice, describes one of the ultimate dilemmas in life: an overwhelming amount of options. The primary indicator of freedom may be quantified in terms of a person’s ability to choose. That is, freedom is measured by the degree to which a person is free to choose. In today’s world, people in free countries have more options than ever before in human history. From the variety of products that one finds in the local grocery store to the vast opportunities for career choice, the world has never been a place of such abundant options.

    However, today’s world surpasses the rest of history in another area: our overall sense of well-being has never been lower. Depression today is ten times as prevalent as it was in 1960, and it strikes at a much younger age. Almost seventy years ago in America, the average age of initial onset of depression was 29.5. Today the average age of initial onset is 14.5. Issues of low self-esteem have never been as rampant. In America, the leading prescription drug type is the anti-depressant. Divorce rates are higher than they have ever been. Domestic violence, acts of aggression, and unwanted pregnancies are at all-time highs. The list goes on and on.

    What is the reason for this phenomenon? Why is it that while a majority of the population of the world experiences an unprecedented level of freedom, universal measures of well-being have never been so low?

    Having the freedom to choose is essential to a life of happiness, but having too many options from which to choose tends to lead to poor decision-making, anxiety, stress, and dissatisfaction.1 The time and energy expended in considering and pursuing multiple options detracts from our overall freedom and well-being.

    Although the notion may seem counter-intuitive, limitation of choice can be the very thing that produces the ultimate freedom and well-being in life.2

    College Students

    One significant factor contributing to this phenomenon applies to the vast majority of college students, and it is one that every college student must confront: lack of direction. The wealth of options out there makes it difficult to find my direction in here, inside of me. 

    Whenever I speak with college students, I find that most feel paralyzed, overwhelmed, and consumed by the myriad of options facing them. They tell me that if somehow they could eliminate a lot of the options, it would become much easier for them to choose.

    Solution

    How, though, do we limit our options and thereby increase our happiness and well-being?

    The answer is that inside each one of us is a compass that points us in the right direction. Let’s call it our inner compass. This inner compass can filter out the options that are not relevant to our lives and to give us clarity in every decision we need to make. How exactly does this inner compass accomplish this? Just like the magnetic force of the earth causes the needle of a compass to point to the north, my strengths direct me towards those options that are most fitting for me, helping me navigate all major life choices, especially my career choice.

    A life of true greatness and happiness is achieved only when I can figure out how to make the choices that are consistent with my essential self.

    College is, for many, the first real taste of freedom and individual expression. The experience would be much more powerful and effective in establishing the foundation for future success and well-being if the student would form a clear and confident vision of how to spend his college years.

    Natural Strengths

    All living things share the tendency to grow, to develop, and to realize their potential, humans included. Within each of us is a kind of internal compass that directs us along the paths that lead us toward becoming the best that we can be. That internal compass provides us with a sense of what is right for ourselves. To the extent that we follow its guidance, we are able to live authentically, in harmony with our unique and individual selves. Our strengths represent our alignment with that internal compass. Our personal combinations of interests, natural capabilities, and preferences signal them. It is when we put them to use in our lives that we feel most authentic, energized, and fulfilled, confident that we are being who we were meant to be. Each person’s greatest potential for growth is in the area of his or her greatest strength. 

    What happens when people operate from their strengths? They are more effective and more fulfilled. In the workplace, where we spend so much of our lives and where our strengths can be so clearly expressed, employees are six times more likely to be engaged in their role when their job requires them to use their strengths.3

    Gallup’s research indicates that people who are not operating from their strengths at work tend to:

    Dread going to workHave more negative than positive interactions with co-workersTreat customers poorlyTell friends they work for a miserable organizationAchieve less on a daily basisHave fewer positive and creative moments.4

    When we live our lives according to our strengths, we thrive. We are happy, energized, relaxed, and we celebrate our many successes. There are various reasons given for why so many people do not live according to their strengths. One of the main reasons, and the one I hear most often from students, is that they simply do not know their strengths. They lack the awareness, sensitivity, and self-knowledge required to identify their unique abilities and character traits.

    How To Discover Your Natural Strengths

    Some people are endowed with profound clarity about who they are, and their strengths are obvious to them. Most people, however, need a little (or a lot) of help in uncovering their true areas of strength. A good mentor, friend, or coach (and a parent can be any of those!) can help. There are also valuable resources available that can help us find our strengths:

    The VIA Institute on Character (www.viacharacter.org) offers the free VIA Survey, a scientifically validated strength assessment for adults. Detailed reports provide strategies on how to use your strengths at work, at school, and in relationships.The Clifton StrengthsFinder (www.strengthsfinder.com), the culmination of more than 50 years of Dr. Donald O. Clifton’s lifelong work, has led millions of people around the world to discover their strengths. The Reflected Best Self Exercise (www.reflectedbestselfexercise.com) enables people to identify their unique strengths and talents. Each participant requests positive feedback from significant people in his or her life and then synthesizes it into a cumulative portrait of his or her “best self.” 

    Conclusion

    The decisions we have to make upon entry to college can be daunting. The course catalog is hundreds of pages long, overwhelming us with confusion, uncertainty, anxiety. How am I to choose my major and my career path, with so many paths in front of me? If I pick one path, I’m automatically rejecting hundreds of others, and maybe one of those hundreds is the correct path for me! How can I feel confident that I am making the right choice?

    With a little detective work on the self, I can discover the innate strengths that empower me, and make wise decisions based on them. Personal discussions, online resources, and seeking the guidance of a college or career counselor are effective avenues not only for choosing a career but for discovering the strengths within me that will be the guiding light for all of life’s major decisions.

    Dr. Yosef Lynn is Dean of Students at The Dr. David Robinson Institute of Jewish Heritage. He is also an author, Career Discovery Coach, adjunct professor of Positive Psychology, and the founder and director of “Greatness Within Seminars”. He holds a Doctorate in Human and Organizational Psychology (PsyD) from Touro and earned a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) from the University of Pennsylvania, where he studied under the founder of the field of Positive Psychology, Dr. Martin E. P. Seligman.

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    Endnotes

    Schwartz, B. (2004). The paradox of choice: Why more is less. New York: Ecco.Schwartz, B. (2000). Self-determination: The tyranny of freedom. American Psychologist, 55(1), 79-88.Rath, T. (2007). StrengthsFinder 2.0. New York: Gallup Press, p. 12.Ibid., p. 12.  More

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    Digital Marketing – Senior Associate | Dubai Investments

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Summary: • Responsible for preparing and maintaining the Company’s digital requirements.Duties and Responsibilities: • Improve the Social Media Strategies and Plans for Dubai Investments and subsidiaries.• Responsible of managing the social media boosting campaigns and review the latest technologies to optimize the marketing outreach for Dubai Investments and subsidiaries.• Monitoring and analyzing the performance of all digital marketing campaigns and assess against set objectives by providing detailed reports.• Detect and deactivate the duplicated & fake social media accounts.• Improve the usability and update all websites’ designs and mechanisms for Dubai investments and subsidiaries.• Working with vendors and subsidiaries on developing new websites and new corporate video concepts.• Managing the Social Media Community for Dubai Investments and subsidiaries.• Work on different marketing projects for Dubai Investments and subsidiaries.• Regular update on Intranet with the content, videos photos and job openings.• Provide a high quality visual content for the websites [Photos and videos].• Managing the digital media assets of Dubai Investments and the subsidiaries.• Generating social media listening reports.• Supporting the events media coverage.• Any other related tasks assigned by the Group Marketing and Communications Manager.

    Requirements: Academic Qualification: • Bachelor of Marketing, Business Administration, Arts or Communication.Professional Experience:• Minimum 5 years of experience in digital/social media marketing.Other Skills / Requirements:• Extensive experience in digital media communications.• Creative thinking out of the box.• High level of professionalism in technical details in digital solutions.• Bilingual is a must.

    Dubai Investments PJSC is a leading investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market with over 19,800 shareholders and a paid-up capital of AED 4 billion. Incorporated in 1995, Dubai Investments PJSC is a world-class company that targets investments in viable and profitable entities. The Company has grown exponentially with investments in a number of businesses across sectors – real estate, manufacturing & industrial, healthcare, education and financial investments across the UAE and the Middle East.

    Dubai Investments portfolio includes 40 subsidiaries & joint ventures across a wide array of industries. Since its inception, Dubai Investments has challenged the norms and introduced cutting-edge technologies, pioneering business models, unique investment strategies and innovative concepts across its diversified portfolio spanning different sectors and markets.

    Setting an example of strong, sustainable growth, Dubai Investments aims to continue its journey towards enhancing the commercial and trade interests of the UAE as it continues to seek investment opportunities in new sectors, locally and internationally, as part of its strategic expansion plans.

    Dubai Investments’ core operating principles are to achieve attractive returns from investing in healthy businesses with high growth potential; to achieve shareholder satisfaction through a commitment to total quality, to leverage the opportunities offered by new technology; and to be a good corporate citizen, with clearly defined value proposition, including:

    Ethics
    Integrity
    Accountability & Ownership
    Work Excellence
    Human Capital Asset
    Innovation More

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    IT Manager | Med Surg Solutions (MSS)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    A leading Regional medical solutions company servicing a wide range of private, governmental hospitals and medical centers throughout the Middle East healthcare community. We are present in the GCC and Levant areas, dedicated to the fervent pursuit of providing surgeons in the region with the best up-to-date surgical/medical products through creative plans and educational programs with the aim of securing patients’ safety and lowering their operative risks.Each of our team members contributes directly to our company’s growth and success, as we continuously seek to deliver value-added services to the hospitals. We are looking for talented It Manager to join our teams.The main responsibilities of IT Manager are as follows: – Act as the key administrative role for ERP (Odoo) related configurations, standing data custody, workflows, functionalities, reporting templates, etc.- Manage the data migration among two different ERP’s, and manage the proper implementation in several countries. – Create a support team for over 100 employees across the gulf region.- Maintain IT infrastructure and company security equipment’s (Alarm, ACs, smoke detectors) , in addition to Set /Upgrade existing IT platform (backup, communications, servers, hardware, subscriptions management …)- Provide IT solutions for logistics depts / warehouse management and supply chain.- Assist users in designing, testing and debugging programs, reports and/or any queries as needed- Determine the scope of work, set deadlines, coordinate responsibilities and monitor progress for ERP (Odoo) project developments and updates.- Responsible for implementation of security best practices, access control lists, and segregation of duties on ERP (Odoo).Implement CRM for the Group.- Coordinate across all departments and system users the creation of new reports, dashboards and analytical tools (BI).- Develop IT roadmap plans for short and long term – Implement documents management system. – Manage data center core servers and system – Maintain IT infrastructure and company security equipment’s (Alarm, ACs, smoke detectors)- Manage company internal communication tools including intranet, portals and electronic emails

    Qualifications:- Bachelor degree in Business Administration, MIS or any related field – Minimum 5 years’ experience with managing multiple projects (ERP, CRM) preferably in healthcare industry- In depth knowledge of ERP developments tools, coding languages and business processes- Knowledge of data base system – Knowledge of information technology infrastructure – Proven cross team collaboration, networking, team building, organizational and communication skills in addition in new business solutions in IT

    We are the Middle East’s leading consultants and solutions providers of internationally acquired high-end medical products that contribute to the improvement of the medical landscape and patients’ wellbeing in the region.

    We are dedicated to continuously seeking cutting edge medical products and creating customized innovative solutions for healthcare professionals.

    We work together with our clients in order to design tailored solutions that integrate complementary products with corresponding technical and clinical trainings.

    Our commitment also translates into providing a working environment that develops our employees into highly trained, dedicated, and specialized teams of professionals. More

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    Office Management – Receptionist – Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – AdministrationManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Administration and Secretarial Services, within Internal Firm Services, will give you with the opportunity to provide administrative support to PwC employees. You’ll focus on using business software applications to prepare reports, receiving and directing incoming calls or emails to the appropriate parties, arranging business travel, tracking expenses, and coordinating meeting arrangements.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Specialist, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution.Responsibilities:Financial- Adhere to the allocated budget for the administrative function of the officeCustomer- Greet visitors and make sure all callers and visitors are dealt with promptly, courteously and accurately- Ensure visitors are made comfortable, met on a timely basis by their host, shown to the appropriate room and assisted with parking if relevant.Internal Process- Operate the switchboard- Screen and route incoming telephone calls, take messages, and answer incoming queries- Maintain visitor and caller logs- Receive deliveries and coordinate outside delivery/courier services with the help of Office administrators- Answer queries from visitors and callers, and refers them to the appropriate person- Perform general maintenance of the reception area- Manage incoming and outgoing faxes (may be performed by Office Administrators in certain locations)- Ensure mail and faxes are distributed to the appropriate person accurately and in a timely manner (may be performed by Office Administrators in certain locations)- Book meeting rooms and collaborative space and maintain tidiness (may be performed directly online in certain locations)- Support office manager in events planning and organization- Act in accordance with regulations- Perform other administrative duties as required 3 of 3Learning and Growth- Work towards being a high quality internal service provider and ensure that all administrative support requirements are being met- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Education- High school certificate (equivalent) or Bachelor’s degreeLanguage- Fluency in spoken and written English, proficiency in Arabic is an advantage, French is a plusOverall Experience- 0-1 years of experience in front desk or receptionist roleSpecific Skills- Experience with a professional services firm is an advantageKnowledge and Skills- Strong organizational skills- Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills- Must possess a professional telephone manner- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure- Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative- Demonstrated team player- Must possess a warm, friendly and professional demeanor- Basic PC skills on excel and word- Basic keyboard skills (at least 25 wpm)

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Human Capital – Recruiter – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people. You’ll focus on helping the local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.It takes talented people to support the largest professional services organisation in the world. Our Recruiting team works to identify and attract talent for PwC. You’ll focus on engaging the most qualified experienced candidates by building relationships with job seekers and candidates, while understanding the dynamic hiring needs of each business. Our team actively recruits for full time employees at all levels, from experienced to executive, as well as fixed term, contingent, and flexible talent and supports the internal movement process between roles.Supporting the recruitment of experienced hires for a specific LoS (line of service). Provide a quality in-house recruitment service to stakeholders and a quality candidate experience at all times.   Financial – Reports recruitment information & statistics to key internal clients, for purpose of tracking cost, time & source of hire and to keep them informed of progress on recruitment  – Ensures that cost efficient options are explored for interviewing candidates  Customer  – Finalises job descriptions with Partners and Directors  – Sources experienced candidates from multiple sources, liaising with PwC Recruitment teams in other locations to share information and minimize duplication of effort  Internal process – Develops and promotes the PwC people value proposition within recruitment; Interview and test candidates using the standard competency based recruitment model and employing psychometric testing within selection  – Manages the end to end recruitment process in line with Global PwC standards and metrics  – Collects data for recruitment reporting needs in a timely manner  Learning and Growth – Supports improvements in the HC Operating model, specifically the increased delivery of standardised services. – Looks for areas of continuous improvement across the Recruitment & Global Mobility function  – Promotes collaboration, trust and improvement between team members and across the People Team  – Works on specific projects related to HR initiatives as assigned 

    Education – Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology or Business Management is an advantage  – Professional Human Resources certification or Recruitment qualifications is an advantage (i.e CIPD, Level A/B Psychometric Testing)  Language – Proficiency in spoken and written English and Arabic  Overall Experience – 7+ years of recruitment experience essential  – Professional Services and / or Big 4 expertise and knowledge is essential  – Knowledge and experience of the Middle East Region is required  – Experience sourcing candidates with professional services experience, internationally as well as across the Middle East is essential  Knowledge and Skills – Experience and proficiency in recruitment technology is essential  – Experience and expertise of selection techniques including competency based interviewing and running assessment centres is essential  – Excellent interpersonal and communication skills  – Strong customer service orientation with ability to use patience and diplomacy to handle issues 

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Senior Manager/Director – Business Consulting – Finance Transformation | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As market and technology rapidly change and develop, finance functions must demonstrate real added value to their business. As a finance consultant you’ll use your experience and knowledge in Finance, industry and technology to help deliver greater insight – delivering functional efficiencies as well as transforming the role of finance in our clients’ businesses. You’ll be developing innovative, sustainable ways to improve the management of people, processes and systems, working alongside other finance professionals in high-performing teams. And as you deliver exceptional client service, you’ll have the opportunity to address some of the biggest issues facing client organizations today – supported by structured learning and development. With a network stretching across the world, the projects you work on will cross borders and sectors, providing unrivaled experience. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. The opportunity We are looking for sharp and intelligent Senior Managers/ Directors to join our team at the start of an exciting growth curve in the MENA region, and need people with ambition and potential to grow with us. Your key responsibilities As one of our finance consultants, you’ll help the world’s leading organizations in a rapidly changing environment with adequate enablement of finance technologies. You’ll be part of multidisciplinary teams, bringing diverse perspectives to every challenge. You will also take the lead in developing and growing our business and client network, building relationships with our clients’ key stakeholders and contributing to the overall revenue generation efforts of the consulting wide organization. Skills and Attributes for success You should have experience at one or more of the following technical competencies: – Finance Transformation – Utilizing technology to transform finance – Business insights into leading practice in accounting, management reporting and planning process – Good understanding and experience in digital enablers in finance – Communication and presentation skills – Experience in implementing leading finance practices and benchmarking – Project and Program Management – People Management and Leadership skills – Commercial oriented

    To qualify for the role, you must have – 10-12 years of working experience, of which about 5 to 7 years of Consulting Experience in finance transformation/ finance technology implementation – MENA based experience – Ability to generate business deals and make business proposals – Develop and maintain relationship at c-suite level – Arabic language skills – speaking, reading and writing will be an added advantage – Any sector knowledge is an advantage Ideally, you’ll also have – A Bachelor’s / Master’s degree qualification in relevant field – Relevant professional qualification certificates are preferred. What we look for Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. 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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    Assistant Manager – Business Consulting – Finance Transformation | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The opportunity Our Finance practice sits within our wider consulting team and is growing significantly due to client organisations need to address infrastructure weaknesses and adapt to the changing market environment. Consequently, we are seeing our clients undertaking a wide range of projects. As a Finance Assistant Manager, you will work with our Managers and Senior Managers to deliver exceptional service for our MENA clients. And as you deliver exceptional client service, you’ll have the opportunity to address some of the biggest issues facing MENA organisations today – supported by structured learning and development. With a network stretching across the world, the projects you work on will cross borders and sectors, providing unrivalled experience. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. Your key responsibilities As an Assistant Manager you will work with leading organizations in MENA to assist them manage their finance functions to drive efficiency and provide better financial insight. This is about changing the role of finance from transactional processing to supporting the business make better decisions. Skills and attributes for success – Strong functional skills within, and experience of, finance, operational excellence. – An ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and experience from project management – An ability to work effectively with people in diverse environments and at all levels within an organization – An ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and simple way

    To qualify for the role, you must have – Approximately 3 to 4 years of recent relevant Finance Transformation work experience in a leading business consulting organization or accounting organization – Hands on experience on major finance transformation or change programs- MENA experience desirable – Knowledge of finance controls, process, transactions and systems – High level of drive, commitment to achieving solutions and ability to work under pressure Ideally, you’ll also have – A bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting – Accounting/ finance qualifications/ certifications (ACA, ACMA, ACCA, CPA CFA etc.) – Willingness to travel extensively across the region What we look for You’ll be a trusted business consultant to our clients with a strong Finance background. You will have strong understanding of finance transformation across Finance function. 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