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  • Senior Software Engineer | Halian

    Employment: Full Time

    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 Senior Software Engineer, the role is a permanent employment with one of our clients to be based in Dubai.

    • 8+ years experience in a Software Engineering role.• Experience in a payment gateway platform.• Experience in software development and coding in various languages, primarily in C (Java, etc.)• Excellent knowledge of software and application design and architecture.• Excellent knowledge of UML and other modelling methods.• Familiarity with HTML/CSS, JavaScript and UI/UX design.• Candidates based in UAE will be given preference.

    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

  • Chief Risk Officer/ Head of ERM | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    Our client is an Abu Dhabi based Bank who are looking to recruit a CRO/ Head of ERM with wholesale banking expertise.Client DetailsOur client is a wholesale-focused bank based in Abu Dhabi.DescriptionThe role presents the opportunity to join a wholesale bank in Abu Dhabi as the Chief Risk Officer/ Head of ERM.* The work as a CRO will focus on the wholesale banking front and will manage Enterprise Risk Management along with Credit Policy; select responsibilities of the role entail: risk measurement, risk monitoring, and ensuring risk controls/processes are followed as per policy and regulation.* The CRO will not be a credit risk specialist, as this sits separate to ERM.Job OfferExcellent exposure, business growth, leadership role

    The ideal candidate will:* Have strong ERM experience i.e. operational risk, market risk, liquidity risk along with overriding risk policy & controls experience in line with the regulatory environment* Above experience for 15-25 years with bulk of the experience at a global banking institution, and if not, formative relevant experience at a global banking institution which follow best-practices from an ERM perspective* Above experience will be progressive & relevant (i.e. internal audit/ credit risk may not be counted as relevant as progressive)* Have some exposure to credit risk to enable policy framework formulation* Will have a forward looking, business-partnership led digital mind-set & track record* Ideally be already based locally to enable visa issuance and prompt interviews a start; will be willing & able to live & work in Abu Dhabi.* Will have a relevant Bachelor’s degree, whilst a Master’s degree and relevant qualifications (e.g. FRM) will be highly advantageous.* Will be a strong communicator in English, and have strong internal and external stakeholder management experience (i.e. board/ regulator/ CEO)* Will have strong attention to detail

    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

  • Proprietary Trader, Energy Commodities | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    Our client is large holding company with a focus on the energy trading business. They are looking to recruit a trader to set-up an energy commodities proprietary trading desk in the GCC and have multi-million dollar VaR to deploy.Client DetailsOur client is a large group of companies whose primary success has been built on physical energy trading; they have funds to deploy & the ambition to set-up an energy commodities desk in the UAE and grow this business under an entrepreneurial, experienced lead trader.Description* The role presents the opportunity to join a venture in an entrepreneurial partnership – the client is able to commit VaR on the basis of your experience, track record and vision for said desk, which you will be able to lead and grow.* The responsibilities of the role entail global trading of energy commodities in a successful, profitable manner.* The role may grow to cover other commodities (agri/ metals) and the client may also be open to a trader who has multi-commodity experience (only between energy, agri and metals).Job OfferTax free fixed salary & commission structure

    The ideal candidate will:* Have 10+ years of experience in trading energy commodities in global markets – prior prop trading experience is hugely advantageous* Ideally be based in the UAE* Demonstrate a strong, compelling track record and have a vision & desire to develop an energy trading business* Will have excellent attention to detail* Will have strong communication skills

    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

  • Proprietary Trader, Fixed Income | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    Our client is large holding company with a focus on the energy trading business. They are looking to recruit a trader to set-up a GCC-focused fixed income proprietary trading desk in the GCC and have multi-million dollar VaR to deploy.Client DetailsOur client is a large group of companies whose primary success has been built on physical energy trading; they have funds to deploy & the ambition to set-up a fixed income desk in the UAE and grow this business under an entrepreneurial, experienced lead trader.Description* The role presents the opportunity to join a venture in an entrepreneurial partnership – the client is able to commit VaR on the basis of your experience, track record and vision for said desk, which you will be able to lead and grow.* The role will focus on GCC Fixed Income but not be limited to the GCC should the trader have a strong grounding in EM/ Frontier/ Developed markets fixed income; this would preferably be additional to the GCC and not in lieu of.Job OfferTax free fixed salary & commission structure

    The ideal candidate will:* Have 10+ years of experience in trading fixed income regionally / as a combination of regionally & globally – prior prop trading experience is hugely advantageous* Ideally be based in the UAE* Demonstrate a strong, compelling track record and have a vision & desire to develop a fixed income trading business* Will have excellent attention to detail* Will have strong communication skills

    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

  • Course Administrator – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryThe Course Administrator will be the primary point of contact for client management for the CIPD qualification and must possess very strong administrative skills.This Course Administrator will work closely with the Course Managers and perform a wide variety of operational activities for CIPD and other courses, including execution of budgeted programmes, scheduling and additional ad hoc administrative duties.- Corporate client management on all aspects related to CIPD qualification- Communicate effectively with the client ensuring minimum response time and ensure proactive follow up and resolution of all client queries.-  Act as data controller, ensuring all student data is stored, updated and maintained in the CRM, and submitted to CIPD as per requirements. – Follow up with assessors and internal verifiers to ensure assessments and drafts are marked and returned to students in time. – Handle post enrolment, delegate queries relating to administrative matters, scheduling, materials, attendance and progress reporting of CIPD courses- Work with the Course Managers on scheduling and timetabling and liaising with Operations on resourcing requests, including room bookings, ensuring schedules and course updates are communicated to training consultants – Materials inventory management, distribution of materials to lecturers and delegates  – Create, add and edit courses, schedule and manage events, assign instructors, update attendance, progress and communicate events on Administrate.- Updating and maintaining Administrate to ensure validity and completeness- Conduct feedbacks for CIPD courses, create feedback summaries and communicate summaries to Course Managers and Customer Services team for action plan- Maintain delegate progress reports and communicate this to Course Managers.- Progress Reporting of internals to L&E Manager, and externals to sponsoring companies as required.

    Essential requirements:- A minimum of 2 years administrative experience gained within a professional services or training services environment- Degree Qualified- Intermediate level of technical proficiency and computer literacy particularly with Word, Excel, CRMs, and LinkedIn- Excellent communication and organisational skills- Ability to work well in a team as well as independently- Flexibility in working hours (evenings, weekends as and when required)- Dynamic, quick learner and proactive individual with ability to take ownershipPreferred requirements:- Experience in the professional training services preferred- Experience in CIPD course administration preferred.- Arabic Speaking is highly preferable- Familiarity with Administrate or other CRM platforms will be a plus

    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

  • Strategy and Transformation Senior Specialist | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    As the Strategy and Transformation Specialist, you will be responsible to ensure that the different departments are aligned with the overall organisational strategy. You will work with the PMO in project management initiatives and continuous improvements to the existing processes and analysis.Client DetailsAn organisation driving interesting and exciting transformation initiatives in a variety of business units and sectors.Description* Develop Corporate Performance framework to ensure clear alignment of strategy and plans.* Integrate performance measurement with planning, budgeting, and financial consolidation processes to achieve successful strategy implementation.* Develop technical content (competitive intelligence, market trend analysis, performance and financial analysis).* Support development of formal recommendations to leadership.* Create document components (strategic plans, operational strategies, etc.) that inform critical strategic issues and decisions.* Regularly monitor and report corporate performance and highlight discrepancies vs. plans and suggest corrective measures.Job Offer* Attractive tax-free salary* Fast-moving transformation environment* Exciting project portfolio and the opportunity to work in a leading organisation

    * Educated to bachelor’s degree level as a minimum.* Minimum 7 years of experience in business strategy, business transformation, and operational excellence field with a recognised international or regional Consulting firm.* Must have extensive Middle East regional knowledge and experience, preferably UAE-focussed* Successful track record of managing projects and deliverables independently.* Experience in developing strategies, strategic planning process and balance scorecards.

    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

  • Deals, Contingent Workforce Operations – Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismOperations StrategyManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummarySummary of role and reporting line:- With oversight from the Contingent Workforce manager, you will support in managing the business case queue and obtain relevant approvals and escalate as needed- Support end to end contingent workforce process which includes but not limited to onboarding, managing the central database and onboarding subcontractors- Facilitate the analysis and reporting on performance metrics to stakeholder audiences to increase awareness, understanding and adherence/adoption of the contingent workforce program.- Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines to ensure that all subcontractors have cleared the necessary risk assessment and obtain files on time to demonstrate regulatory compliance.- Assist in the day to day operations with our 3rd party service provider to oversee all subcontractor processes, compliance and vet invoices and ensure that bill rate and margins are aligned with agreed contract rates- Communicate effectively and professionally, verbally and in writing, with a range of key stakeholders across the firm- Collaborate cross functionally with R&Q, HC Ops and procurement teams to support business whiling driving efficiency of process compliance – The successful candidate will report predominantly to the Contingent Workforce Manager and the LoS finance lead who will provide guidance regarding operations, compliance, policies and procedures- Activities and responsibilities within the role for which the job holder is personally accountableWhole leadership:- Actively share knowledge and promote best practises in respect of the firm’s business systems and processes. Provide training, coaching and support to other team members as needed.- Global acumen: Work closely with teams across the business to ensure best practice.Business acumen:- Adherence to internal and external compliance tasks and   reporting any exceptions as necessaryRelationships:- Work closely with peers and team members at all levels, sharing knowledge and providing support where needed.Technical capabilities:- Understand the importance of, and processes related to contingent workforce.- Manage related tasks and execute accordingly, with high levels of attention to detail.- In addition to enter own time and expenses in accordance with firm’s policy 

    Skills, attributes, experience and education:Essential skills & attributes:- Organized and meticulous with the ability to prioritize- Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as basic presentation skills – Affinity to work with quantitative data, good analytics – Ability to work within a fast-paced & unstructured environment. – Must be able to multi-task and effectively and continually prioritise – Service-orientated attitude, proactive thinker, networker, information seeker, team player – Excellent time management, communication and organizational skills – Extensive knowledge of relevant computer software eg Microsoft Office and Google Suite- Effective at maintaining and building effective relationships with 3rd party service providers and internal stakeholders at all levels- Ability to interact efficiently with senior members of the firm across multiple time zonesDesirable skills / experience:- 1-2 years relevant experience- Background in HR/ Managing MSA’s or subcontractors- Experience in consulting preferred- Understanding of the Firm’s marketing and business development and the Firm’s Service Offerings Education:- University Degree

    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

  • Assurance – BCR – Enterprise Risk Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Enterprise Risk Management practice, within Risk and Compliance services, will provide you the opportunity to work with a team that provides clients with extensive risk and controls technical knowledge and sector specific experience. You’ll have the opportunity to develop a holistic approach to risk that protects businesses, facilitates strategic decision making and enhances efficiency by assisting management in the assessment of project risks and controls.Our team helps organisations identify and assess risks that affect their business objectives. As a part of the team, you’ll help our clients reduce their costs and improve the effectiveness of their governance, risk and compliance activities, and assess, design, or implement enterprise risk management capabilities.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 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:- Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.- Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.- Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal 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.- Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.- Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.- Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.- Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Requirements:- 7-10 years relevant technical experience- Qualified in ERM (CERM, ARMP, CRM, ERMCP, or equivalent)- Understanding of ISO 31000 and COSO Framework.- Previous experience in auditing, risk assessment and finance are plus. Big 4 experience is preferred.- To have excellent communication, strong presence and facilitation skills.- Team management and project management experience.- Be able to organize, lead and motivate others.- Ability to work with all levels of clients’ management.- Excellent report writing skills.- Skilled in analysis and review of reports and making presentations to Senior Management

    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