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    Mobile iOS Developer | Chalhoub Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Mobile iOS Developer – Level ShoesWho we are We are a leading partner for luxury across the Middle East. With more than 600 stores, 300 brands and over 65 years of experience in the region, we have become a major player in the beauty, fashion and gift sectors, by offering service excellence to our partners and delighting all our customers. We are moving fast from a traditional distributor and retailer for luxury in the Middle East, to a hybrid retailer bringing luxury experiences to the fingertips of customers everywhere. To fuel the next stage of our growth we are looking to build a world class team. From physical retail through to supply chain and customer loyalty, we aim to use technology and data to continuously improve every aspect of our operations. We are looking for top talent to join us on this journey of exploring new horizons together. The role At Level Shoes, our Mobile Developer contributes to the creation of mobile solutions, as well as the development and maintenance of iOS application. You will design for the Level iOS platform while collaborating with internal and external teams. You will be responsible for ensuring that the delivered software components provide the necessary functionality and performance in accordance with the overall requirements to create the ultimate mobile experience. What you’ll be doing: – Design and build applications in the iOS platform – Building, deploying, testing mobile apps, and releasing them to the Apple App Store – Build top architectures to build top features in Swift – Applying designed user-interfaces with a pixel-perfectionist developer Mindset – Contributing to project analysis processes in collaboration with Project Managers and other team members.

    What you’ll need to succeed: – Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, etc. – 5+ years of extensive experience in mobile development in iOS – Experience leading a team of iOS developers – Prior experience in handling mobile apps from 0 to release and later live maintenance – Excellent knowledge about the iOS/SDK environment such as UIKit, Foundation – Experience with programming in SwiftUI, and limited (for maintenance of existing projects) in Objective-C – Good knowledge in using web services (json/rest, soap/xml) – Experience in working with version control systems (Git) – Having knowledge of tools: PaintCode, Sketch, Atlassian JIRA/SourceTree/Confluence, – Knowledge of social media integration (OAuth, OpenGraph, Facebook/Twitter API) – Having experience in working in agile teams. What you’ll need to make the difference: – Start-up experience – Growth mindset – Experience within Enterprise commerce system – Stakeholder management With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day. We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.

    The Chalhoub Group is the leading partner for luxury across the Middle East since 1955. As an expert in retail, distribution and marketing services based in Dubai, the group has become a major player in the fashion, beauty and gift sectors regionally.

    By blending its Middle East expertise and intimate knowledge of luxury, Chalhoub Group is building brands in the region, by offering service excellence to all its partners and a unique experience to its customers through its passionate teams.

    With a growing workforce of more than 9,000 people, implemented in 14 countries, as well as the operating of over 470 retail outlets, the group’s success is attributed to its most valued asset of highly skilled and dedicated teams. Professionalism and passion are what fuel the Chalhoub Group’s competitive edge in today’s market.

    By being committed to implementing sustainable practices into their business, the Chalhoub Group has been awarded in 2013 the CSR Label from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce. More

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    Consulting, Economics – Senior Consultant/Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismEconomics and PolicyManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryPwC Global Overview At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 208,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.  PwC Middle East OverviewEstablished in the region for over 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 5,000 people across 12 countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and the United Arab Emirates. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market, and beyond. Consulting Overview In Consulting, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the best across industry and professional functional advisory services. We focus on helping solve client problems by offering both strategic and operational deep industry expertise. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with companies and organizations, always ensuring that we are able to bring the best insights and solutions to help them tackle whatever critical issues they may face. Our Consulting practice currently focuses on several core industry sectors including (Consumer and Industrial Products & Services, Energy, Utilities & Mining, Financial Services, Government, Health Industries, Finance Function, People and Organisation, Economics and Sustainability and Technology) Business Unit and Role Overview You will be working within the Economics and Sustainability team (E&S).  We are an analysis-driven team that uses economic principles and techniques to support the strategy and policy making process. We help governments and private sector organisations make better decisions, grounded in robust and compelling evidence. We provide the necessary foresight that help make and deliver critical business decisions and investments. We work across the Middle East for clients in a range of sectors, including but not limited to central government, real estate, energy and utilities, transport and health. The work we typically undertake includes: – Economic and fiscal policy analysis and development – Socio-economic impact assessment  – Economic and financial modelling / forecasting We are a new and rapidly growing business unit, capitalising on changing trends in the regional market. The team offers you the opportunity to develop and apply your knowledge of economics in a commercial environment to solve important problems for our public and private sector clients.   

    Qualifications/Educational background- Masters (preferable) – Economics and/or Public Policy  – Bachelor’s Degree in Economics or Econometrics Years of Experience- 3 – 9 years of experience in a similar industry / role, preferably at a Big 4 or consulting firm Requirements- Experience working as an Economist in an external consulting environment – Experience in economic impact analysis or related modelling techniques, such as input-output modelling, CGE modelling – Experience in application of econometrics and statistical techniques to policy and investment decision making  – Proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite is mandatory and experience in working with Stata, R, EViews, PowerBI, Tableau, or ThinkCell is preferred – Proven ability to structure issues and use analytical skills to solve complex problems – Ability to communicate complex concepts to a non-technical audience through written and oral communication  – Experience working within teams and leading projects – Proven commitment to continuous learning  

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Want to Boost Response Rates? Use Your UVP in Strategic Recruitment Messaging

    What You’ll Learn How to leverage the factors that make your company special and develop your employer UVP Insight into market trends and competitive offers Actionable ideas for employer brand marketing About this eBook: When you strengthen your employer brand, it strengthens your overall brand as well. Your marketing team may have spent a lot […] More

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    Director FS Core Assurance | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceIndustry/SectorFS X-SectorSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelDirectorJob Description & SummaryA career in our Financial Services Audit practice, within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.Our team helps financial organisations navigate regulatory complexity while strengthening trust and transparency in their business. Our clients cover industries within banking and capital markets, private equity, insurance, and consumer finance. While many of the rules of business have changed, the fundamentals haven’t. You’ll work alongside senior members of the client’s management team in planning the audit process from beginning to end, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and fair presentation of our client’s information.ResponsibilitiesAs a Director, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Proactively lead the practice by setting strategy, drive the development of new business in the market, and provide technical advice across disciplines- Building strong networks within the firm to spot and capitalise on opportunities to get involved in projects that others are leading across a number of different business units and sectors- Identifying and discussing key issues with our clients to identify potential opportunities- Responsibility for a majority of day to day client communications- Responsibility to shape and deliver various projects that exceed the expectations of our clients and our own assignment quality criteria- Manage and deliver large projects by developing the project team, assessing engagement risks throughout, driving conclusions, and reviewing / challenging the output produced by the team- Responsibility for management of engagement financials- Helping to grow and develop our team through hands on training and coaching

    Requirements- Professional qualification such as ACA/ACCA/CPA/CA- In depth experience of FSI external auditMinimum years experience required- 8+ years experience

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Executive Assistant – Riyadh | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client is a Global Professional Service company with an office in Riyadh, they are expanding their team and have launched a brand-new position of an Executive Assistant in Riyadh.Client DetailsOur client is a Professional Service company with a global footprint, they are expanding their team and looking to hire an Executive Assistant to support their Partners.Description* Complete weekly time & expense reports on behalf of assigned Partners, including reconciliation and payment tracking* Arrange travel on behalf of assigned Partners and any necessary foreign visas* Schedule meetings as requested for assigned Partners and/or practice. Coordinate all necessary meeting logistics* Provide telephone coverage for internal and external calls; take messages; follow up on voice mail recordings in a timely manner as requested by assigned consultants* Research and compile company profiles and executive bios* Assist with on boarding of new Partners; work with the Office Manager to coordinate on boarding activities/items; liaise with other support departments, such as HR and technology; incorporate new Partner into practice communications and calls* Coordinate project set-up for new engagements, including team SharePoint (internal) site and permissions, and obtaining necessary security/ID badges, printer access, etc., at client site* Take active role in coordinating office events, such as recruiting, alumni outreach, social events, charitable events, and other activitiesJob OfferThe successful candidate for this role will be offered a competitive monthly salary, all-inclusive of basic, housing and transport allowances. Additionally, he/she will receive a bonus, medical insurance and Bonus. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to further progress their career with a global business.

    The successful candidate for this Executive Assistant role:* At least 5 years of support/ secretarial experience with a multinational or global business in Saudi Arabia* Strong demonstrated administrative and organizational skills* Needs to be bilingual – Excellent Arabic & English communication skills * Strong interpersonal skills: ability to interact effectively at all levels* College degree preferred* Flexibility: willingness to take on new and stretch assignments

    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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    Finance Expenses Associate (12 Month Contract) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – FinanceManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & Summary• Employee Reimbursement Team is key within the Finance & Accounting Team in PwC ME. It sits within the Finance Shared Services centre delivering Expense checking activities for all regional entities• The Job Holder is a member of the Employee Reimbursement Team working to ensure all activities are completed in a timely way and according to approved process• Adheres to PwC approved accounting principles, established procedures, departmental guidelines, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work.• Supports the delivery of day to day activities relating to the checking of expenses to policyFinancial• Support sample expense checking – exception based checks to ensure compliance of expenses against policy• Escalates any issues to Expenses Management as appropriate as per guidelines provided• Supports effective reporting and analysis of expense claimsCustomer• Addresses any customer enquiry ensuring all questions and requests are responded to promptly and accurately• Completes expenses operations against PwC approved policies and procedures; reporting changes needed• Responsible for maintaining employee record confidentiality• Perform related duties as directed; Coordinates activities with other departments and workgroups as needed• Ensure proactive response to Audit requirements regarding Employee ReimbursementInternal Process• Monitor and ensure proper documentation of employee expense claims• Maintain the log of all items found to be in error in a clear and concise manner• Inputs to reports by compiling summaries of data as required• Conform with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructionsLearning & Growth• Contribute to an environment of teamwork within the Finance function• Responsible for the continuing professional development of self• Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships

    Education• College level or above with a focus on Accounting, Finance or related field requiredLanguage• Fluency in written and spoken English, proficiency in Arabic is an advantageOverall Experience• Prior experience in an accounting/expenses function would be an advantageKnowledge and Skills• Proficiency with a computer and Microsoft / Google• Good attention to detail• Strong problem solving skills• Understanding of general accounting standards and practices• Strong time management skills• Good level of analytical skills, proficient with ability to perform data analysis• Strong verbal and written communication skills s• Organization, thoroughness, eye for detail and proactivity needed• Ethical Conduct

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Recruitment Specialist | Pegasus Edusoltions

    Employment:

    Full Time

    AboutOur client is a multinational company with a presence in the Middle East region. Operates throughfour business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, AssetManagement and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set usapart from our competitors.With more than 70,000 employees, we have a presence in all major financial centuries in more than50 countries. Do you want to be one of us?Job TypeFull TimeYour role,Are you a person? Do you know what it takes to find new talents and bring them on board? We’relooking for someone like that to help us:manage end to end recruitment process for group functions team in DubaiManaging Ops, Risk, Finance, consulting and Data science roles on priorityidentify and on board the right candidatesbuild relationships with hiring managers and Human Resources business partnerswork closely with colleagues in other Human Resources teamsensure candidates and hiring managers get a seamless recruiting experience

    Salary:
    AED
    150,000 to 180,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Your expertiseproven experience in a similar rolehigh degree of client orientation and true service oriented mindsetexcellent communication skills verbal and writtenattention to detail combined with successful time management and prioritization skillsself-motivated attitude, and a result-oriented outlookan effective communicator; you know how to speak with people at all levelsanalytical in your approach and service orientedcollaborative, focused and have positive attitudegood at judgment and decision makingQualification neededBachelors or Secondary Education.Relevant work experience & relevant CertificationsMBA Degree will be an added advantage Work Experience – 2 to 10 yrs.The salary band per annum will be AED 150,000 – 180,000.Location: Dubai, UAE.Join usWe embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangementslike part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and globalinfrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our businessneeds.

    OUR VISION

    At study abroad, we have a strong commitment to education and career development. Our aim has always been to help international students study in a country of their choice. We are passionate about bringing international grade education to the doorsteps of our students from all over the globe.

    We aspire to become the world’s leading global education advisory by connecting our students to our huge network of opportunities across the globe.

    OUR MISSION

    Transparency and Integrity are the two most important building blocks we believe in for the admissions process at Study Abroad. We are committed to the highest ethical standards. Study Abroad programs are designed to handhold students and help them in exploring best-fit university options, applying to multiple universities through a single application form system. Our organisation and our counselors pledge ethical and clarity in mind attitude in our interactions with our students and their families. More

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    Core Assurance Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.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 an authentic and inclusive leader, at all grades/levels and in all lines of service. 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 Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Pursue opportunities to develop existing and new skills outside of comfort zone.- Act to resolve issues which prevent effective team working, even during times of change and uncertainty.- Coach others and encourage them to take ownership of their development.- Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.- Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.- Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm’s/client’s expectations.- Develop a perspective on key global trends, including globalisation, and how they impact the firm and our clients.- Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.- Focus on building trusted relationships.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Preferred skills- Arabic Speaker is a plus- FS experience is a plusYears of experience required- 1-2 years experience as an External Audit Manager in Big 4

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More