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  • Administrator, Corporate Banking Operations | Swisslinx Middle East

    Employment: Contract

    On behalf of our client, an international bank in UAE, Swisslinx Middle East is looking for an Operations Administrator to join their well-established office in DIFC.The role is a 1 year contract, with a possibility for renewal.As an Administrator, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and effective processing of daily transactions including Transaction Banking Products, Loans, Cash Management, Treasury Products and other branch support functions.
    Salary:AED 8,000 to 9,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.Additional benefits: Health Insurance

    To be considered for this role, candidates must demonstrate:• 3 to 5 years of experience working within a banking operations department• Previous experience in Corporate banking (Treasury, Loans, Trade Finance, Export, Import, Letters of Guarantee)• High School certificate/University Degree (or equivalent)• Fluency in Arabic (preferred)• Currently based in UAEIf you are interested in the role and fit all the requirements, please apply online.Please note: shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Swisslinx Middle East is a leading executive search firm in the region. We specialise in recruitment solutions, talent acquisition and career advice across a wide range of markets within the financial services sector.
    We are located in the heart of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) which gives us unrivalled access to onshore Middle Eastern clients and candidates. We also partner with clients in London, Zurich, Geneva, Zug, Frankfurt and Paris and have been instrumental in establishing onshore Middle Eastern and Emerging Market teams.
    We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients helping them develop successful, sustainable businesses. Transparency, trust and discretion drive the way in which we mediate between clients and candidates and ensure we consistently deliver results. More

  • Software Developer | Halian

    Employment: Contract

    Halian is an IT services company providing integrated Managed Services, Resourcing, & Professional Services for corporate enterprises across the UK, Europe and the Emerging Markets of the Middle East & Africa. Established in 1996 and now employing over 450 staff, our company vision is “To unite the best people expertise and information technology and to deliver valued services for our customers”.We are looking for an experience Software Developer, the role is 6 months extendable contract to be based in Dubai, UAE.

    Requirements:• Must have 2-3 years of experience as Software Developer.• Must have hands-on experience in Logic Apps.• Must have hands-on experience in Azure Cloud.• Candidates must be currently based in UAE and preferably available to join immediately.

    Founded in 1996, Halian is an IT services company with a strong track record of delivering value for our customers across the UK, Europe, The Middle East and Africa.
    The experience we have gained means that we can help our clients reduce information technology costs, increase IT systems performance, and free up valuable internal resource to focus on core business activities. Our knowledge base covers a variety of industry sectors including Government, Healthcare, Telecommunications and Pharmaceuticals, as well as a specialist Financial markets capability in our Luxembourg office.
    We operate with a culture of openness and trust that helps us to develop strong working relationships with our clients and with our core technology partners Dell, Oracle, Red Hat and Symantec.
    Our three key service offerings of Managed Services, Resourcing Services and Professional Services can be used independently or integrated to provide a truly comprehensive service. More

  • Manager / Senior Manager, Audit | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their on-going strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data – and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You will use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities.Our tailored external audit services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency. We are 79,000+ professionals based worldwide across 150 countries. Audit services involve reporting on the fairness in all material respects with which a client’s audited financial statements are presented, in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework.The opportunityEY is looking for a Manager / Senior Manager to join the Audit team to lead on complex audit engagements and support growth of the Audit business.Your key responsibilitiesAs a Manager, you’ll manage the delivery of audit engagements by defining the audit strategy in consultation with the Senior Manager / Partner, and executing it in compliance with Ernst & Young’s policies and protocols. When required, you’ll personally execute complex audit procedures and lead teams or parts of teams on engagements, depending on the size of the engagement. You’ll also assist in managing the financial aspects of engagements by organizing staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to project leaders as well as participate in business development initiatives.- You’ll actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships and confirm that work delivered to clients is of a high quality.- As part of this, you’ll anticipate and identify risks and escalate issues, as appropriate. As an influential member of the team, you’ll help to create a positive learning culture and will coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop through effectively supervising, coaching and mentoring.- You will also contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training Assurance professionals and contribute to the maintenance of an educational program to continually develop personal skills of staff.

    Skills and attributes for success- Pro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment.- Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills.- This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.To qualify for the role you must have- Strong academic record, including a degree- Professional accounting qualification- At least 5 – years of professional experience in an audit, accounting or finance role- Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques and experience managing teams- Experience with a Big 4 accounting firm- Experience of risk based audit process- Understanding of currently applicable and upcoming IFRS- Knowledge of use of audit tools and data analytic tools- Coaching, mentoring and counselling experience- Fluent English communication skills- Effective presentation skillsIdeally you’ll also have- Proficiency in the Arabic language- Experience within Financial Services and Banking sectorWhat we look forWe are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.What working at EY offers- Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Build your legacy with us.Apply now.

    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

  • Experienced Hire Recruiter – Saudi National | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    As a large, sophisticated professional services organization, everything we do comes down to having the right people with the right skills in the right place This is a fantastic opportunity to join the in-house recruitment team at EY, finding future talent that will enable EY to deliver our strategyThe opportunityWorking as a valued member of the MENA Experienced Hire recruitment team, you have the opportunity to deliver a best in class candidate experience while supporting the growth of a specific business or businesses. We’re looking for someone like you who has the autonomy to become a key business partner to your stakeholders, offering advice on best practice, defining a sourcing strategy to deliver end-to-end recruitment processes across your portfolio.Your key responsibilitiesAs a Senior Recruiter you will manage the end-to-end recruitment processes for a defined business or businesses. You will be responsible for ensuring candidates have an exceptional candidate experience and while delivering a quality service to business stakeholders.- Increasing engagement of key business stakeholders by building and developing networks and relationships is essential, as is developing recruitment plans, innovative sourcing strategies for specialist skill sets and quality candidate shortlists or pipelines.- Engaging with business stakeholders to drive their involvement in the selection process is paramount.- Regularly evaluating sourcing channels will support your success as well as using data and analytics to support your strategy and drive hiring decisions.- Building relationships with external agencies and developing networks to support candidate identification will be an important part of this role, as well as managing offer discussions with relevant stakeholders and closing candidates.

    Skills and attributes for success- Adding value by demonstrating a thorough understanding of recruitment trends and market knowledge- Planning, organising and delivering appropriate recruitment plans based on a thorough understanding of recruitment methods and concepts working with minimal supervision- Demonstrating an understanding of assessment methods e.g. competency-based interviewing, psychometric testing, technical testing and assessment centres- Collaboration with regional and functional leads (campus recruitment, experienced hire recruitment, mobility, talent Sourcing and employer branding)To qualify for the role, you must have- Approximately five years of recruitment experience, preferably with a professional services company- A degree in Human Resources or a related discipline- In-depth knowledge and experience of recruiting end to end, attracting candidates up to Director level from a variety of sources including internal recruitment systems, internal networks, headhunting and referrals- Proven track record of managing and executing specialist or complex recruitment briefs, including senior hires, with minimal guidanceIdeally, you’ll also have- Ability to quickly pick up full account management of key recruitment areas and able to establish their self as a valued and trusted recruitment business partner- Ability to work independently but able to readily identify when to share information with immediate team (for knowledge or best practise) or when to escalate significant issuesWhat we look forYou will be an experienced Senior Recruitment Advisor with a passion for direct sourcing and desire to provide an exceptional candidate experience. You will also work closely with Partners and Directors across the business so the ability to build strong and effective relationships, delivering at times difficult messages, will also be key.What working at EY offersWe offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on your performance and recognised for the value you bring to the business. We also offer:- Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Build your legacy with us.Apply now.

    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

  • Office Manager – Rapid Innovation | Ernst & Young

    The Role
    Maintaining our reputation as a leading worldwide professional service organization requires a highly skilled, knowledgeable, energetic team to manage our internal business functions. As a part of this diverse and talented group of individuals, you’ll play a vital role in EY’s success. The opportunity We… More

  • Operations Manager | Boundless Consulting

    The Role
    Operations Manager (Move from Dubai to Cairo) The vacancy: Our client is a growing FinTech startup providing the leading platform for accounting solutions catering to startups & SMEs by transforming their financial records into readable statements and visual reports. They are looking to hire an Operations Ma… More

  • IFS – Finance – Finance Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – FinanceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Finance, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to help PwC in all aspects of our Finance internal function including financial planning and reporting, data analysis, and assisting leadership with overall strategy. You’ll focus on recording and analysing financial transactions, paying and receiving invoices, maintaining financial statement ledger accounts, and preparing analysis and reconciliations of bills to detect fraud.Our Accounting team helps internal leaders with fixed assets accounting and asset management, financial reporting, accounting research and analysis, statutory and regulatory reporting, and data security. As part of the team, you’ll assist with monthly closings, financial analysis, oversight and management of controls and compliance, tax and cash projections and data security.- The country finance support forms a key team within the OneFinance community for PwC ME.- The team is responsible for all day to day finance operations in country and for the smooth running of finance requirements for countries.- The Job Holder is a key member of the team, responsible for the day to day support and administration required.- Responsible for performing accounting work according to PwC Approved accounting principles, established procedures, departmental guidelines, and regulatory- Requirements applicable to the work.Primary duties and responsibilitiesFinancial- Responsible for daily finance tasks arising locally in country including country finance processing requirements.- Custodian of country finances including reconciliation and reporting.- Supporting the finance manager overseeing the country, providing task management / support as required.- Ensure all country finance matters are addressed and promptly responded to Customer.- Support the on-time and accurate finance requirements of the country (CSP / COO).- Coordinate with the finance manager for monthly closing of accounts and finalizing monthly accounts.- Respond to ad-hoc requests in a timely manner.Internal Process- Prepare standardised reports or summaries, and other documentation required for the function and as directed by the Finance Manager.Learning & Growth- Adhere to policies and procedures.- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed.

    Knowledge, skills, and abilitiesEducation- College level education with a focus in Accounting, Finance or related field required.Language- Fluency in spoken and written English with excellent communication skills, proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.Overall Experience- 4+ years of accounting experience.Technical Skills- Strong financial, analytical and accounting skills.- Good level of accuracy to a high level of detail.- Good calculation and analytical skills.- Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.Soft Skills- Good organisation and office management skills to ensure coverage of workload.- Organization, thoroughness, eye for detail, time management skills and proactivity needed.- Capability to work well in a team.- Skilled in maintaining client relationships.- Good liaison skills, with the ability to maintain geographical relationships.- Good customer service skills.- Good decision making skills.- Strong work ethic.- Ethical Conduct.

    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

  • IFS – Risk & Quality – Risk & Quality and Independence Consultant | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    IFS – Risk & Quality – Risk & Quality and Independence Consultant – Associate – LebanonLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Risk Management, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to advance and foster integrity based decision making and conduct by PwC professionals throughout our organisation. You’ll focus on promoting and monitoring compliance with applicable external laws and regulations as well as internal policies and procedures to help manage PwC’s regulatory, litigation, and reputational risk.Our Risk and Quality team identifies and assists internal teams to mitigate and control client engagement risks. As part of the team, you’ll provide advice to business teams within PwC on sound contract provisions, standards and approaches in accordance with PwC policies, principles and standards.Delivering distinctive quality is a central part of what PwC stands for and a fundamental element of what clients, regulators and other stakeholders expect of a market leader in professional services. As a fast growing firm and in line with our vision to be the largest and best professional services firm in the region, it is critical that quality and risk be proactively managed, by ensuring that we achieve Operational Excellence in all aspects of Quality, Risk Management, Compliance and Independence; both to protect and enhance the PwC brand and to enable the growth of PwC’s service offerings.Responsibilities:This is a full time opportunity to work with the Middle East Risk & Quality team in Beirut. It is an opportunity for a talented, self-motivated individual to develop his/her skill set in PwC Middle East and the global PwC network, working with a dedicated team across a wide range of issues.- Executing various background checks by running on-going screening of clients and suppliers to manage risks related to client and engagement acceptance.- Reporting adverse check results and global/local conflicts of interest.- Implementing processes and checks to ensure management of conflicts of interest.- Monitoring the timely completion of of mandatory client and engagement risk assessment processes.- Handling risk management queries received from the various client engagement teams across the ME.- Identifying, assessing and evaluating violations related to confidentiality breaches.- Assisting in monitoring of completion of mandatory training and other compliance tasks.- Assisting in and being part of ME risk management processes to comply with changes made to PwC Network and/or ME local policies.

    Requirements:- The candidate will be achievement oriented with the ability to be flexible and adaptive on a daily basis.- They will be able to work independently and as part of a team with high energy and at a fast pace that will translate into a high quality output.- Fresh Graduate with Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant subject areas (such as Risk Management, Finance, Business administration, audit).- Demonstrate ability to build relationships, work across multinational teams and with a wide variety of individuals at different levels – from senior partners to staff.- Strong interest and passion for PwC and looking to further develop him/herself and his/her PwC network.- Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written). Fluent in English but multilingual Arabic speaker preferable.- Demonstrates analytical skills.- Driven with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.- Personal gravitas and ethical behavior.- Seeking opportunities for improvement, automation and efficiency gains.

    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