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    Data Administrator | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment: Full Time

    Position Title: Data AdministratorEmployment Type: Full TimeSalary: up to 5,000 AED all-inclusive depending on experience and qualificationsJob Location: Al Ain / Abu Dhabi, UAEAbout the Client:A leading pharmacy retail in the UAE for more than 4 decades.Job Role:• Install and maintain the performance of database servers.• Develop processes for optimizing database security• Set and maintain database standards• Manage database access• Performance tuning of database systems• Install, upgrade, and manage database applications• Diagnose and troubleshoot database errors• Recommend and implement emerging database technologies• Create and manage database reports, visualizations, and dashboards• Create automation for repeating database tasks• Be available for on-call support as needed

    Requirements:• Open Asian nationals• Male/Female, 35 years old and below• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field• Minimum 3 years of experience in database administration, information technology, database architecture, or a related field• MCSE/MCSA certifications preferred• Experience with Windows Server environments• Extensive experience with database technologies: (MySQL 5.7, 8.0) and (MS SQL 2008, 2012, 2017)• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Microsoft Azure) a plus• Must be familiar with SSAS, SSIS, SSRS• Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge• Impeccable attention to detail• Strong Database Administrator Qualifications/Skills• Advanced command of SQL and SQL server tools• Extensive knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring standard• PowerShell and Unix shell scripting skills

    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

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    Manager – Information Security Risk | Black Pearl

    Employment: Full Time

    Our client who is a large banking institution based in Abu Dhabi, is currently looking for a Manager – Information Security Risk. In this role, the job holder will focus on information security and information technology risk management. Other responsibilities will include:• Develop and implement IT Risk and Security strategies, plans and management of the software applications and hardware infrastructure that support operations.• Examines the overall technology infrastructure at the licensed financial institutions including planning, implementation, and management of the software applications and hardware infrastructure that support operations, liaising as relevant with technology department/functions.• Support and contribute to the company’s information security team on IT-related tasks or examinations through the knowledge on technologies and solutions in the industry.• Assesses the integrated security controls, physical control solutions for all confidential data and systems of license financial institutions.• Assesses the license financial institutions IT infrastructure operational reports to identify discrepancies, risks and improvement areas.• Documents the observations to bring out IT infrastructure, network, security and technology risks.• Advises on the mitigating strategies and controls.• Effectively communicates timelines, scope of examination, and resource requirements with the licensed financial institutions technology departments / focal point of contact.• Performs examinations to gauge compliance of licensed financial institutions’ IT infrastructure with the company’s Standard’s technical controls in line with UAE Information Assurance and International standards.• Develops annual examination plans in line with other department teams, and keeps the examination plan up to date.• Understand hierarchy of risk, information security and IT department and must be able to identify gaps related to segregation of duties.• Validates data provided by the licensed financial institutions for accuracy.
    Salary:AED 30,000 to 38,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    To be considered for this role, you need to meet the following requirements:• Ideal candidate will come from a leading bank or a financial service regulator• Must have 3 to 6 years of experience in a similar role in UAE• Must have Information/data security certifications, such as CISSP and CISM, or CISA• Experience in ISO 27001 and NESA standard implementation and certification Projects• Preference is either UAE nationals or native Arabic speaker• Must have a Bachelors Degree in IT, or an Engineering degree with certification in Banking/Finance/Risk/Information security• Soft skills like time management, multi-tasking and flexibility are essential to succeed in this role.

    Black Pearl is a progressive, dynamic and well structured HR solution provider that offers permanent recruitment services, HR consultancy, psychometric assessments, coaching and also professional training services for clients from different corporate sectors in the Middle East.
    Like a rare and unique black pearl, we consider our partnership with our clients and job seekers as a fine, precious and valuable encounter that needs to be affirmed, developed and supported with a strong commitment to deliver not only the right services but the best in the industry.
    Our aim is to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients, strategically offering Black Pearl services that are customized to the unique requirements of our clients and job seekers alike, resulting in effectively achieving goals and all that is required in this ever evolving and competitive market. More

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    Business Setup Advisor – Corporate Client | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment: Full Time

    About the Client:A prominent business set up consultancy agency catering to businesses in different industries all across UAE.Job Role:• Identifying, qualifying, and securing business opportunities• Coordinating business generation activities; developing customized targeted sales strategies• To manage a portfolio of clients/Consultants and advise them on the most appropriate setup for their desired business activity• To display strong sales, negotiation, listening, empathy and organizational skills in the pursuit of opportunities• Contribute to the development of marketing materials, promotions and digital content

    Position Title: Business Setup Advisor – Corporate ClientEmployment Type: Full TimeSalary: up to 12,000 AED all-inclusive depending on experience and qualificationsJob Location: Sharjah, UAERequirements:• Open to Western, Arabic, Asians• 25 to 40 years old• Bachelor’s Degree in any relevant course is required• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role in any company formation or business set up is desirable• Strong knowledge of sales principles, methods, practices, and techniques• Demonstrated ability to convert prospects, close deals, and achieve sales quotas• Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with customers• Must be self-motivated, with high energy and an engaging level of enthusiasm• Fluency in English, verbal and written, and presentation skills• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook; Word; Excel; PowerPoint

    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

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    Assurance – Financial Services – Digital Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceIndustry/SectorFS X-SectorSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryThe Financial Services team provides a full range of services to our Banking & Financial Services clients, including Strategy and Revenue Growth, Operational Excellence, Customer/Front-Office transformation, Risk consulting, Technology enablement and Data & Analytics.We are looking for dynamic, flexible, proactive and hardworking experienced candidates who have a passion for shaping financial services positively in the GCC over the coming years. We have a strong pipeline of large, transformational opportunities with our clients which will provide great opportunities for all our people to step up and play significant and rewarding roles.Responsibilities: – Consults and implement digital solutions to business problems- Understands and supports the development of innovative solutions using cutting edge technologies- Build and enhance digital team capabilities by always being up to date with digital trends and understanding the impact on our clients so that you can help shape their thinking and our success in the market- Acts as a digital product owner translating business needs into analytics projects and actions- Solves complex problems and takes a new perspective on existing solutions- Presents recommendations to senior staff and internal clients- Imparts knowledge on industry business drivers and Digital capabilities to more junior team members- Work with colleagues in all Middle Eastern offices on client work and internal initiatives as well as with international teams where appropriate.- Keep up to date with current trends from the region and from across the world.- Demonstrate teamwork and responsibility with the engagement team members; stay abreast of current business and economic developments relevant to the client’s business; and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of services providedWhilst being an integral part of the Digital FS team, you will have a great opportunity building and shaping the team, you will develop your understanding of the key themes in the market and in the region. You will work collaboratively with other Financial Services experts to shape the future of our clients and to bring about positive change. You will have access to all of the latest training and development tools and the support of the wider PwC network.

    Requirements: – Education: minimum of a Bachelor Degree- Years of Experience: 3+ years of experience in Digital – Previous experience within the Middle East- The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the project dictates.- Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.- Demonstrated hands-on experience in engaging clients on technology, digitalisation and innovation- Knowledge of, and passion for, technology trends e.g. Robotics, Big Data, Advanced Machine Learning, Internet of Things, AR/VR, Automation- Strong analytical skills, understanding of complex issues, the ability to quickly absorb information, conceptual and creative problem solving excellence- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), particularly ability to articulate concepts and recommendations in written form (PowerPoint reports, data visualisation etc.).   – Proven strong conceptualized thinking and analytical capabilities.- Demonstrated high quality planning and execution capabilities.

    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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    Head of Risk – Market Risk Experience required | Propel Consult

    Employment: Full Time

    • Designs and implements an overall risk management framework for the organization in line with Bank’s Risk Management Charter.• Implements and periodically reviews the risk management policies and procedures and ensure they are in line with the Board’s risk appetite and the regulatory framework.• Ensures adequacy of risk management processes, systems and staff skills.• Ensures that the bank’s risk management capabilities are sufficiently robust and effective to fully support its strategic objectives and all of its risk-taking activities.• Identifies and evaluates any gaps in the risk process on an ongoing basis and recommend any corrective actions to close these gaps.• Promotes a strong risk culture in the organization and building risk awareness amongst staff by providing support and training.• Ensures adequate system tools are in place to capture, monitor and report Risk management activities.• Manages the department functions effectively and efficiently as a team.• Training and mentoring of risk management staff.• Reviews and closes internal audit/external audit and CBB inspection comments pertaining to the department and also review audit reports for all units.• Supports strategic initiatives of the bank by providing risk management advice.• Liaising with IT and external vendors to ensure that adequate systems are in place to effective manage risks of the bank.• Ensures that Bank’s Risk Management framework is aligned to CBB’s rule book requirements.
    Salary:BHD 2,500 to 3,500 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    • 7- 10 Years overall experience• Bachelor’s degree with reference FRM/PRM/IRM.• CFA,FRM or PRM preferred memberships• Based in Bahrain• Experience in financial or investment institutions• Proven experience as a Risk Manager• Knowledge of risk assessment and control• Experience with auditing and reporting procedures• Familiarity with industry compliance standards and regulations (e.g. Occupational Safety and Health Act)• Strong computer and research skills; knowledge of analysis software is preferred (e.g. Statistical Analysis Software, or SAS)• Analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude• Excellent communication and presentation skills

    Propel Consult delivers a service in step with the needs of both our client companies and candidates. Our ability to add value to all levels of recruitment stems from our wholehearted belief in providing a professional service to both parties. We have built relationships with many leading indigenous and mulitnational organisations throughout the Middle East and internationally in countries such as UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt and many more. Concentrating our resources has created 5 distinct specialist divisions:
    Banking & Finance
    Human Resources
    Oil & Gas
    Construction
    Architecture & Engineering More

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    IFS – HC – Regional Talent and Impact Lead – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people. You’ll help our local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.Our Talent and Performance team helps identify key talent value drivers specific to our business and focus on metrics based assessments of our talent management and talent drivers and identifying skills, roles, and people required to deliver our business strategy. You’ll focus on enhancing performance management within PwC to offer benefits that are critically appealing to our employees which include career paths with a variety of opportunities, differentiated reward and recognition outcomes, and a culture of high performance and real-time feedback.The Regional Talent & Impact Lead develops, defines and implements the Talent and Performance strategy and agenda for the Middle East firm. As the leader of the Talent & Impact Centre of Excellence (COE) within HC, the role includes leadership and responsibility for: Talent Strategy (excluding talent acquisition), Talent Management, Succession Planning, Performance Management, GCC Nationalisation Strategy and Global Mobility. All of which are aligned to and contribute towards the driving and delivery of the firmwide People Strategy.Primary duties and ResponsibilitiesFinancial- Works with the HC Leader to plan and budget for all Talent and Impact practices across the region and is responsible for managing budgets accordingly- Provides analysis and leadership reporting of return on investment and value/impact evaluation of all Talent & Impact processes, programmes and initiatives.Customer- Lead all Talent Programmes (end to end) including participant identification and nominations, design, implementation and evaluation/ROI- Lead the performance cycle end to end, including management of relevant systems and reporting- Create, manage and maintain strong relationships with regional and global counterparts / stakeholders- Look for synergies within the business to ensure that our programmes support the business in its future growth and encourage x-los working- Act as a trusted advisor and SME in career progression and people related matters- Conduct training sessions to both, appraisers and appraisees to ensure transparency of the process and high quality assessment write ups- Main point of contact and lead for any performance related activities – liaising with HC Business Leads to ensure consistency and alignment- Lead communication on all activities/initiatives related to Talent and Impact- Lead on process improvements Internal Process- Lead the Performance process for the staff in the region from initial stages up to completion- Explore, assess and build strong relationships with top tier training external vendors and certified coaches in line with internal needs- Maintain high quality standards in the assessment write ups review/quality checks and provides relevant feedback to appraisers to ensure enhancements- Manage the pre and post reporting processes to ensure timely and accurate input to inform decisions- Oversee the upskilling of Career Coaches e.g training, briefings to ensure they are effective in their role- Main point of contact on talent and performance for HC Business leads and stakeholders- Keep track of any changes, feedback and gaps and highlighting them to the HC Leader- Oversee the management of performance-related systems, tools and applications- Work closely with Head of Reward to align where required, performance strategy/processes to reward and recognitionLearning and Growth- Lead the assessment and development of different ways to improve and enhance the quality of current Talent and Impact offerings and drive forward changes to deliver improvements- Develop and maintain transparent HR policies and practices that build a positive work environment promoting an organization culture that supports the business strategy and company values- Create a friendly work environment that promotes a culture of trust, knowledge sharing and growth of all team members- Ensure the team has the necessary resources to perform autonomously while encouraging decision making and problem solving skills- Develop members on the team from a technical standpoint- Support internal knowledge management best practices, creating communities of practice both within own team and across wider function- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed- Establish a healthy work environment for employees on the team

    Knowledge, skills and abilities.Education- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology or Business Management- Master’s Degree in Business Administration is preferred- Professional Certification in Human Resources is preferredLanguage- Fluency in spoken and written English, proficiency in Arabic is an advantageOverall Experience- Ideally 10+ years of relevant experience, with at least 4 years in a Human Resources management/leadership position within a leading regional organization and experience across all employee lifecycle activities such as L&D, operations, performance management, talent and development programmes is preferredSpecific Experience- Significant experience in Talent and Performance Management, preferably in an international professional services environment- Experience of managing multiple senior stakeholders in a complex matrix organisation is preferred- In depth knowledge of human resource management best practices- Has experience of leading and/or building a team or Centre of ExcellenceKnowledge and Skills- Knowledge of talent management processes, including succession planning, performance management, talent development programmes, mentoring and sponsorship programmes- Ability to gather and analyse complex business requirements and advise on creative optimal solutions- Excellent knowledge of latest market developments, best practices and trends in the Talent and Performance domain- Knowledge of nationalisation, diversity and inclusion strategy and related talent initiatives- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills- Excellent team building and relationship building capabilities- Ability to draw information from several areas and transfer requests and solutions to Specialised Teams, Resource Hubs and Local Teams within the HC Team- Excellent project management and change management skills- Strong customer service orientation with ability to use patience and diplomacy to handle issues- Strong analytical skills- Ability to gather and analyse complex business requirements and advise on creative optimal solutions from an HR perspective- Solid presentation/facilitation skills- Ability to influence Partners of LoS, Function Leads to meet the HC support needs of the business, while maintaining a strong working relationship with managers across the organization- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills- A successful track record in leading and managing people- Excellent interpersonal skills and approachability- Strong conflict resolution/management skills

    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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    Tax & Legal Services – Government Consulting – Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Legal – Government Consulting – Associate – DubaiLine of ServiceTaxSpecialismLegal Services – Employment & PensionsManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Legal Services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients adopt a more strategic approach to global entity governance across their organisations. We help our clients and their legal entities with the incorporation of new companies, on going compliance with local legislation, and restructuring of their global businesses to manage governance and compliance risks.Our team specialises in providing legal advice across all of our clients disciplines. You’ll help provide legal support to a wide array of specialty areas from cyber security and technology to banking and intellectual property.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 an 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:- Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.- Share and collaborate effectively with others.- Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.- Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.- Follow risk management and compliance procedures.- Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.- Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner – verbally and in the materials I produce.- Build and maintain an internal and external network.- Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business 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

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    PAYROLL SPECIALIST – ABUDHABI | BAC Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCEYou will have a recognized payroll qualification, and/or accountancy qualification.You will have up to date, proven and substantial experience of running international payroll(s) across the EMA region.Ability to promote strong communication link with local finance managers and third party contacts including social security, pension etc.An understanding of how to mitigate risk within the payroll arena supported by a good awareness of international payroll tax.Demonstrable experience of multi-currency electronic expense systems.Strong supervisory/communication skills and cross cultural experience, as well as problem solving and decision making skills.Strong accountancy, spreadsheet, and data analysis skills.You must be able to work effectively to strict deadlines and confidently and effectively work with computer based accounting systems.You will have extensive experience of handling day to day management of EMA payroll and expenses, ensuring accurate and timely payment in line with contracts and SLAs, ensuring compliance management, risk mitigation, internal controls and taxation.DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESManage and maintain internal and external payroll and expense financial controls as per corporate policy, UK/US/European GAAP local guidelines.Responsible for the preparation of all monthly payroll submissions to the eternal payroll provider.Responsible for gathering and inputting all source data into online payroll system including appropriate authorisations.Ensures that compliance guidelines relating to Payroll and Expenses (e.g. personal tax due expense payments which are not tax free in certain jurisdictions) are adhered to.responsible for the timely and accurate submission of all tax payments on behalf of the staff and company in relation to payroll.Responsible for the timely payment of all salaries and expenses.Reconciliation of all EMA payroll Balance Sheet accounts.Preparation of monthly and annual P&L and forecasts (headcount data and P&L data respectively and in relation to payroll).Responsible for timely submission of tax forms and timely tax payments on behalf of the company and the employees.Gathering of all benefit data and pension data where necessary.

    You will have excellent communication skills and be required to have appropriate and regular contact with local finance managers and regional finance managers on al major issues, as well as continuous contact with the finance managers on gathering the payroll data and dealing with expense protocols and issues.You will liaise with counterparts in the U.S. and Europe.You will have exposure to both internal and external auditors, contact with the external payroll provider, contact with computer support company in respect of the local area network (LAN), contact with various banks and financial institutions, and contact with government departments in countries where the client has a payroll scheme and lawyers.

    BAC Middle East – the longest established professional recruitment consultancy in the UAE. Established in 1979, we have been at the forefront of the region’s recruitment industry for 40 years and were the first firm of our type in the world to achieve ISO9001 certification: a reflection of our constant emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction.
    With our well-developed infrastructure and staff strength, we are able to assist you with recruitment needs ranging from junior professionals through to middle and senior management, whatever your industry sector.
    BAC’s proven regional experience and resources can help ensure that you recruit the best available candidates and enjoy the many advantages of a managed recruitment process. More