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    Finance Director (Arabic Speaking) | Charterhouse

    Employment: Full Time

    Through our legacy in the Qatar market, Charterhouse are partnering with a leading group of companies whom are in the process of looking to identity a Finance Director (Head of Finance). This is an exciting opportunity to work amidst a business and commercially focused role, which is designed to support the business, between the area of financial planning and budgeting in assessing and evaluating business linked performance to support ongoing growth and diversification objectives.This role shall oversee the core areas of financial management and planning whilst introducing financial governance and strategic, investment related, analysis at a holding level. The role shall inherit a team, thus an ability to manage a broad range of accounting and financial management functions, is a key aspect within the job role. The Finance Director shall ensure all statutory compliance within the regulatory framework whilst managing areas of all financial reporting aspects for both internal stakeholders and all external audit interfaces. The Finance Director shall also oversee all treasury related activities; to provide strong financing governance and liquidity management. On the planning side, the role shall oversee and review all areas of budgeting, costing and forecasting aspects across the consolidated financials. Coupled with this, the Finance Director will oversee the financial analysis of any operational or investment related expenditure across new projects or business ventures. Finally, this role will also been heavily involved in the oversight of change management, within the finance stream, linking to systems review or technical policy review and compliance. The development of financial governance is a key operational mandate to ensure analytical and commercial based support of the CEO’s office.

    Our client is looking to hire a qualified and Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA) with up to 15 years of experience within a financial management and advisory leadership-based role; whereby operational excellence, best practice and strategic change management can be demonstrated and delivered. This is combined with a proven track record within Financial Planning and Analysis based roles; where reporting lines and commercial support has been communicated and developed for stakeholder and/or shareholder purposes and utilisation. This business shall demand technical proficiency, aligned to IFRS based accounting and reporting policies, to ensure that all technical accounting issues are handled internally and in conjunction with the audit requirements. The nature of the role and the organisational structures demands an Arabic speaking candidate whom has a background of experience to working within listed companies across the GCC and regional MENA markets.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Transfer Pricing – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Transfer Pricing – Senior Associate – CairoLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismTransfer PricingManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Transfer Pricing services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients develop compliant, tax efficient structures that help advance their business goals. You’ll focus on all aspects of documentation planning, dispute resolution, and advance pricing agreements.Our team is responsible for all aspects of intercompany pricing arrangements between related business entities, including transfers of intellectual property, transfers of tangible goods, services and loans, and other financing transactions.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 Senior Associate, 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:- Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.- Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.- Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.- Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.- Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.- Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.- Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.- Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.- Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Travel RequirementsUp to 20%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    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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    SIOC Level 2 Analyst | IBM Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    Information and Data are some of the most important organizational assets in today’s businesses. As a Security Consultant, you will be a key advisor for IBM’s clients, analyzing business requirements to design and implement the best security solutions for their needs. You will apply your technical skills to find the balance between enabling and securing the client’s organization with the cognitive solutions that are making IBM the fastest growing enterprise security business in the world.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesWe are looking for a SOC Tier 2 Analyst to support our Security Services team. As a SOC Tier 2 Analyst you will be responsible for monitoring, triage, communication of security incidents for the client. Analysts will use SIEM technology to investigate alerts that are escalated from Tier 1, the client, or from intelligence sources. Furthermore, the SOC Tier 2 Analyst may be required to both monitor and utilize third party toolsets to assist with the identification of security threats, apply various techniques to identify and track cyber threats and analyze various data sources related to security events. The IBM Tier 2 Analyst will communicate with the security team, architects, managers and clients on a regular basis through various methods to ensure operational awareness.Main tasks and responsibilities will include:- Determine if the security alert should be classified as a security incident- Analysis method of attack or threat- Analysis of actor or object of the attack or threat- Analysis of known targets and purpose of the attack or threat- Impact analysis of the attack or threat both in terms of kill chain stage and risk magnitude- Incident handling support- Use case/rule tuning recommendations- Testing and maintenance of response procedures- Participate in lessons learned workshopsKey Job Details- Country: EG- State: AL QAHIRAH- City: Cairo- Category: Consultant- Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree- Position Type: Early Professional- Employment Type: Full-Time- Contract Type: Regular- Company: (0040) IBM World Trade Corp – Egypt Branch- Req ID: 352473BR- Travel Required: Up to 50% or 3 days a week (home on weekends – based on project requirements)- Min Salary:- Max Salary:- Currency:- Location: Cairo, AL QAHIRAH EG

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise- Experience with SIEM technology and tools (such as RSA, ArcSight, Splunk and QRadar), anti-Virus/Malware, anti-DDOS, WAF, FW Rules Management, forensic tools- Excellent Knowledge and experience in IT Security Technologies- Background in Vulnerability Management, Security Incident Management, Forensic Analysis- Ability to translate security impacts to the wider business- Willingness to work outside office hours as part of the CSIRT Team- Ability to work in an international context and excellent communication skills- Interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and working relationships in a project-based / client-serving model, and to work closely with people at different levels of an organization- University degree in Information Technology or CompTIA Security +, GCIH, GCIA, CEH, OSCP or equivalent certifications- English is a mandatory language requirementPreferred Technical and Professional Expertise- Preferred Technical and Professional Experience- 3+ years of experience operating in a Security Operations Center Analyst or similar role- GCIA or equivalent certification- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Cybersecurity or equivalent- English is a mandatory language requirementAbout Business UnitIBM Services is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants that design, build, and run foundational systems and services that is the backbone of the world’s economy. IBM Services partners with the world’s leading companies in over 170 countries to build smarter businesses by reimagining and reinventing through technology, with its outcome-focused methodologies, industry-leading portfolio and world class research and operations expertise leading to results-driven innovation and enduring excellence.Your Life at IBMWhat matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.Location StatementFor additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.Being You at IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.
    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.
    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Test Specialist: Custom Applications | IBM Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    As a Test Specialist at IBM, your analytical and technical skills will directly impact the quality of the software we create. Come work in an agile environment where you will help each iteration reach the next level. Whether the testing is manual, automated, or cognitive, you hold a key role in releasing the best deliverables to IBM’ers and our clients.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesOver the past 100 years, IBMers all over the globe have helped make the world work better and smarter. In this new era of Cognitive Business, IBM is helping to reshape industries by bringing together our expertise in Cloud, Analytics, Security, Mobile, and the Internet of Things: Changing how we create, collaborate, analyze and engage. From transforming healthcare to improving the retail shopping experience – it’s what IBMers do. In Africa, we’ve been changing the way the continent does business for more than 50 years, and as our company continues to grow, we’re looking for talented professionals to join us in this new era.Join us and be part of a diverse and global team of thinkers and doers, and make an impact.This role is for a graduate of a university who is hired for a professional position requiring a university level education (or equivalent experience). The employee focuses on individual/team objectives and development of professional effectiveness.Key Job Details- Country: EG- State: AL QAHIRAH- City: Cairo- Category: Technical Specialist- Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree- Position Type: Professional- Employment Type: Full-Time- Contract Type: Regular- Company: (0040) IBM World Trade Corp – Egypt Branch- Req ID: 363113BR- Travel Required: Up to 10% or 1 day a week- Min Salary:- Max Salary:- Currency:- Location: Cairo, AL QAHIRAH EG

    About Business UnitIBM Services is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants that design, build, and run foundational systems and services that is the backbone of the world’s economy. IBM Services partners with the world’s leading companies in over 170 countries to build smarter businesses by reimagining and reinventing through technology, with its outcome-focused methodologies, industry-leading portfolio and world class research and operations expertise leading to results-driven innovation and enduring excellence.Your Life at IBMWhat matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.Location StatementFor additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.Being You at IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.
    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.
    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Service Associate – Contact Centre | IBM Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    IntroductionAt IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesPractitioners in this specialty are responsible for receiving calls, emails, or chats and resolving HR-related queries from client employees using specific Contact Center Applications. The practitioner is responsible for handling information inquiries or requests about products, services or personnel received via telephone, fax, e-mail, or chat from customers, IBM personnel or business partners. Services provided may include, but are not limited to, the following: general inquiry support, service delivery support, education enrolment assistance, business partner service, data base management. They perform interrelated activities that deliver the primary service provided by the business function. They have knowledge and experience in using a few specialized tools and procedures to address the requester’s needs. Primary measurement is customer satisfaction with the handling of the requests.Key Job Details- Country: EG- State: AL QAHIRAH- City: Cairo- Category: Human Resources- Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree- Position Type: Early Professional- Employment Type: Full-Time- Contract Type: Fixed Term – Long Term- Company: (0040) IBM World Trade Corp – Egypt Branch- Req ID: 360617BR- Travel Required: No Travel- Min Salary:- Max Salary:- Currency:- Location: Cairo, AL QAHIRAH EG

    Qualification & Skills:- Any Non-Technical Graduate / Post Graduate- Excellent communication skills in English both oral & written- 5-7 years over all experience with minimum of 3-5 years in HR Contact Centre for any International IT / ITES Company at an L1Service DeliveryHas good knowledge on handling HR Contact Centre Operations related queries over Inbound Calls, Chat & E-MailStrong knowledge of MS Excel& Word- Ability to manage multiple, diverse priorities under time pressure to meet key customer and financial deadlines- Ability to pre-empt potential issues and reprioritize work to meet ever changing needs of customers both internal and external; proactively follows up with key customers on resolution and action plans- Ability to think through complex issues and situations and develop robust, well thought out solutions which meet the need of the business- Ability to trouble-shoot and implement changes in his/her processes; ability to identify major areas of concern regarding compliance to travel policy as well as recommend measures to address identified exceptions; ability to analyse and present travel spending data in a way that will provide optimum benefits to the business- Effectively Works with Others -Works well with internal customers and external suppliers and can positively influence others in problem solving and work process improvements- Excellent CustomerService skills -ability to communicate to all people at all levels within the organization. Must have the ability to resolve difficult customer service issues- High degree of numeracy skills with meticulous attention to details- Team work -the ability to work well within the team is key to this roleRole & Responsibilities:- Receive inbound calls, e-mail & chats from customers and answer questions, as well as question participants to obtain full understanding of what information is being requested(Level 1)- Educate enquirers on client processes whenever necessaryDocument all enquiries accurately- Provide quality customer service on every interaction- Communicate clearly and effectively with participantsPerform other tasks as requiredMandatory:- Should have a valid passport- Should have excellent communication skills (oral & written) in English- Should have strong MS Excel& Word- Should be open to working in MEA Shifts (Sunday to Thursday: 2.00pm EET-11.00pm EETAbout Business UnitIBM Services is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants that design, build, and run foundational systems and services that is the backbone of the world’s economy. IBM Services partners with the world’s leading companies in over 170 countries to build smarter businesses by reimagining and reinventing through technology, with its outcome-focused methodologies, industry-leading portfolio and world class research and operations expertise leading to results-driven innovation and enduring excellence.Your Life at IBMWhat matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.Location StatementFor additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.Being You at IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.
    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.
    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Service Associate – EDM | IBM Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    The HR Service Administrator is an integral part of IBM and HR. Your goal is to create an outstanding employee experience for IBMers by delivering HR-related services and supporting our employees as they support our customers and clients. Help IBMers to build their career by providing them with a personalized experience. In this role, you can be part of a team that works with all areas of our global organization and is empowered to achieve goals that align with IBM strategy.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesEmployees in this specialty should have knowledge in SAPHR Management System.This will be key as they execute the different key Human Resource Delivery processing activities such as Data Maintenance and Payroll. This knowledge coupled with their understanding of client-specific policy is essential for Human Resources Delivery specialties. Should an issue be identified, employees will need to reach out to upstream and downstream processes to resolve the issue. A good understanding of the end to end HRMS System and Process will allow them to navigate through these dependencies seamlessly. There may be occasions when employees will be required to perform system testing.Key Job Details- Country: EG- State: AL QAHIRAH- City: Cairo- Category: Human Resources- Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree- Position Type: Early Professional- Employment Type: Full-Time- Contract Type: Fixed Term – Long Term- Company: (0040) IBM World Trade Corp – Egypt Branch- Req ID: 360614BR- Travel Required: Up to 10% or 1 day a week- Min Salary:- Max Salary:- Currency:- Location: Cairo, AL QAHIRAH EG

    Qualification & Skills:- HRGraduate / Post Graduate (MBA HR is preferred)Excellent communication skills in English both oral & written- 3-7 years over all experience with minimum of 2-5 years in Employee Data Management & Issue Resolution for any International IT / ITES CompanyHas good knowledge of EDM related processes- Strong knowledge of MS Excel- Ability to manage multiple, diverse priorities under time pressure to meet key customer and financial deadlines- Ability to pre-empt potential issues and reprioritize work to meet ever changing needs of customers both internal and external; proactively follows up with key customers on resolution and action plans- Ability to think through complex issues and situations and develop robust, well thought out solutions which meet the need of the business- Ability to trouble-shoot and implement changes in his/her processes; ability to identify major areas of concern regarding compliance to travel policy as well as recommend measures to address identified exceptions; ability to analyse and present travel spending data in a way that will provide optimum benefits to the business- Effectively Works with Others -Works well with internal customers and external suppliers and can positively influence others in problem solving and work process improvements- Excellent Customer Service skills -ability to communicate to all people at all levels within the organization. Must have the ability to resolve difficult customer service issues- High degree of numeracy skills with meticulous attention to details- Team work -the ability to work well within the team is key to this roleRole & Responsibilities:- Inputs and processes employee data in the HR System to provide accurate and timely information to a variety of HR Services- Interface with customers to resolve questions and issues regarding compensation administration/processes- Provides data for any internal business controls team as required- Ensure compliance to the client’s existing standardsMandatory:- Should have a valid passport- Should have excellent communication skills (oral & written) in English- Should have strong MS Excel Knowledge- Should be open to working in MEA Shifts (Sunday to Thursday: 5.30pm IST -2.30am ISTAbout Business UnitIBM Services is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants that design, build, and run foundational systems and services that is the backbone of the world’s economy. IBM Services partners with the world’s leading companies in over 170 countries to build smarter businesses by reimagining and reinventing through technology, with its outcome-focused methodologies, industry-leading portfolio and world class research and operations expertise leading to results-driven innovation and enduring excellence.Your Life at IBMWhat matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.Location StatementFor additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.Being You at IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.
    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.
    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Mergers and Acquisitions Executive | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    Our clients are increasingly looking to us to help them plan for growth and analyse all aspects of their overall strategy, which can include inorganic growth. When you join our experienced M&A team, you’ll be at the heart of that challenge, guiding clients through every stage of their transaction lifecycle, be it acquisitions, disposals, management buy-outs, buy-ins, fundraising, initial public offerings, takeovers, mergers and strategic reviews.The OpportunityWe are looking for a passionate M&A Strategy & Transactions professional to join our high performing team. As a M&A Executive, you will assist clients in assessing the strategic fit of a business by analyzing all aspects of a transaction, assessing the projected synergies, project managing the deal cycle, assisting in negotiations, and conducting financial modelling.You will leverage off an extensive global network, empowering you to provide sector-focused advice on the sale process from strategic positioning to close, and help execute acquisitions, alliances and mergers. Our team is highly specialized in sector focused M&A transactions; hence, this opportunity will allow you to build in-depth sector expertise at the start of your career journey with us. This can be within Energy, Healthcare, Financial Services, Consumer Products and Retail or Technology, Media and Telecommunications sectors.Key responsibilitiesYou will support in the execution of transactions across the client portfolio, preparing client reports and key documentation for fund-raising, acquisitions and disposals. You will also be responsible for the following:- Identifying opportunities, opening and leveraging relationships- Meeting the transaction timetable, ensuring quality on client deliverables, as well as engaging with counterparties and other advisers to ensure transaction milestones are met- Understanding the key business drivers as well as identifying, and managing key issues and risks through insights, factual conclusions and advice- Counsel junior colleagues, share knowledge, and take an active role in the growth and development of the whole team

    Skills and attributes for success- Experience of corporate finance in an investment bank, professional services firm or boutique with a track record of working on both the buy-side and sell-side, as well as finance raising.- The role would require strong numerical, financial and modelling skills based on a well-developed understanding of financial statements.- You will have sound commercial judgment and an ability to generate creative solutions to problems.To qualify you must have- As a minimum, a Bachelor’s degree ideally in a finance related topic or similar from a reputable University- At least 2 to 4 years’ experience in a M&A environment- Strong communication and presentation skills- Ability to produce high quality and impactful professional documents for clients and internal use- Flexibility to travel (approx. 25 to 75%)Ideally, you will also have- MBA or Master’s degree in finance (or related field) from a reputable University- CFA qualification or working towards it- Transactions Advisory experience- GCC experience or working in one of the mature markets- Arabic language skills would be an assetWhat we look forWe are interested in highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry.What we offerWe 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.I f 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 worldEY 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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    Data Analyst | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment: Full Time

    Position Title: Data AnalystEmployment Type: Full-timeSalary: up to 7,000 AED all-inclusive depending on experience and qualificationsJob Location: Dubai, UAEAbout the Client:The hiring company is one of the leading distributors of pet supplies and products in the UAE and GCC regionJob Role:Manage master data including creation, updates and deletionProvide quality assurance of imported dataHelp develop reports and analysisGenerate reports from single or multiple systemsProcess confidential data and information according to guidelines

    Requirements:35 years and belowBachelor’s degree in any relevant fieldAt least 2 years of experience as Data Analyst preferably from medical/cosmetics/FMCG industryMust have high level of mathematical abilityStrong problem solving skillsExcellent communication skills in English

    RTC-1 Employment Services is a licensed recruitment firm based in Dubai, UAE. Our team has been in the market since 2004 and we are supporting various industries with their staffing needs across the Middle East and Africa. More