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  • Head of Engineering | Entourage Marketing & Events

    Employment: Full Time

    Role Summary• Providing executive leadership and strategic planning in technology solution development, prioritizing technology initiatives and coordinating the evaluation, development, and integration of future technologies into products and services.• Leading the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of software solutions conjunction with the Product Management team, lead multiple technology and new product development projects utilizing cutting edge technology.• Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of our software solutions.• Define the future architecture, capabilities and own the product’s IT strategy

    • Previous experience as a Head of Engineering in one of ecommerce, media streaming, communication platforms, online gaming, online educational, SaaS or similar project• Experience of successful architecture, design and build cloud services, streaming technologies, software architectures and tools, and analytic tools.• Proven and strong experience in managing in-house and distributed engineering teams. Proficiency in SDLC and Agile• 5 – 8 years’ experience in a software development leadership role in a large-scale environment• 3 – 5 years of experience in a role of software engineer• Development and implementation of innovative technology systems, including web and mobile enabled applications is essential.• Extensive design and development of ecommerce software applications life cycles from concept, architecture design, development, QA to deployment.• Extensive product development experience of web and mobile apps.

    entourage marketing and events management, is not just an average agency but a team of seasoned, senior level consultants who develop winning business strategies and provide marketing horsepower required to produce clear, measurable and recognizable results.
    entourage is an agency that enables outstanding results to happen for companies/individuals of all sizes, in a variety of industries and geographic locations.
    We, at entourage, provide full event and marketing services with clients in automotive , sports, real estate, media, fashion & beauty and corporate sectors. Though we aim to attract a broad range of clients from a variety of entities, we specialize in helping companies break into the urban market. Our talented team of professionals possess the skills to expose, brand, and market your product or service in an effective manner. More

  • Software Engineer | Capital Banking Solutions (CBS)

    Employment: Full Time

    Job Summary: Responsible for the analysis & development of our application using JAVA Tech, Oracle ADF and PL/SQL.Job Responsibilities:• Develop manage, and deliver a complete business process.• Write technical analysis report with business and technical details.• Use new technologies such as JEE, JPA, & EJB to develop software according to the business requirements.• Maintain regular follow up on tasks handled by the developers.• Review and validate code in order to keep high standards and quality.• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior developers.

    Education:• Bachelor degree in Computer Science or equivalent.Work Experience:• 2 to 6 years of experience in Software Development using JAVA Technologies.Languages:• Fluent in English, French is a plusTechnical skills:• Proficiency in Java• Proficiency in Relational Oracle Databases• Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming• Familiarity with JSF or ADF is a plus• Familiarity with JEE (JPA/EJB)• Familiarity with concepts of MVCOther skills:• Information Seeking Type• Good Problem Solving Skills• Good Analytical Thinking Skills• Ability to deliver on time with high quality• Team Work Spirit

    Capital Banking Solutions is a leading provider of end-to-end, integrated banking software for businesses across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Americas. The company offers a suite of integrated and modular products for retail, corporate and private banks, as well as financial institutions.
    Offering flexible delivery models, from on-premise installations to managed hosting to banking in the cloud, our flagship product, CapitalBanker, provides a core banking platform with a robust set of capabilities to support the business functions for commercial banks.
    The company also provides a full portfolio of extensible software modules that integrate with CapitalBanker to bolster key functions such as business intelligence, risk management and compliance, bank office automation, and multi-channel support including internet and mobile banking. More

  • Software Quality Engineer | Capital Banking Solutions (CBS)

    Employment: Full Time

    Job Summary:Responsible for ensuring that the software components meet requirements and for monitoring testing activities to ensure defects are appropriately identified, documented, tracked, and resolved.Job Responsibilities:• Design, develop & execute test cases using test plan and functional specifications to meet requirements.• Write test plans that verifies that the software fulfills all business requirements and technical specifications.• Identify, document and report issues and defects in order to deliver bug free product.• Report progress of the tasks to the direct supervisor.• Assist in the development & execution of manual, automated test cases and scripts of the software to deliver high quality products.• Share acquired expertise with peers through knowledge base, collaboration and training.• Develop expertise through continuous learning i.e. e-learning, reading, on-the-job experience, technical & testing expertise, etc• Suggest new ideas to enhance current processes and procedures.

    Education:• Computer Science, Business Computer, MIS or Computer EngineeringWork Experience:• 3 to 6 years of experience in Quality Control with Banking Software vendors.Languages:• French, English, and Arabic languageTechnical skills:• Knowledge in PLSQL, UNIX.• Banking Know-how is a must• Digital Banking knowledge is a plusOther skills:• Good Analytical & problem solving skills• Good communications skills written & spoken• Teamwork collaboration• Good understanding of business requirements• Good understanding of the technical aspects of the product

    Capital Banking Solutions is a leading provider of end-to-end, integrated banking software for businesses across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Americas. The company offers a suite of integrated and modular products for retail, corporate and private banks, as well as financial institutions.
    Offering flexible delivery models, from on-premise installations to managed hosting to banking in the cloud, our flagship product, CapitalBanker, provides a core banking platform with a robust set of capabilities to support the business functions for commercial banks.
    The company also provides a full portfolio of extensible software modules that integrate with CapitalBanker to bolster key functions such as business intelligence, risk management and compliance, bank office automation, and multi-channel support including internet and mobile banking. More

  • IFS – HC – Digital Transformation Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelAssociateJob 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 Human Resources Information Systems team provides human resource technology support to PwC. As part of the team, you’ll help design, implement, and operate Human Resources technology application that help us develop insights and strategies for our people and to drive business results.ResponsibilitiesAs an Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. You will be thed edicated support point of contact for all Human Capital Digital Applications and Systems. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:Customer- Act as a reference for enquiries related to HR Digital Systems- Work towards being a high quality internal HR service provider and to ensure that all HR business support requirements on the groundProcess- Support the HR digital projects and systems implementation and integration- Support the HC digital customer support services- Handle systems and support tickets for HC systems- Handle mass data uploads requests on WorkdayLearning & Growth- Support improvements in the HC technology, specifically the increased delivery of automated services. Look for areas of continuous improvement across the HC technology function- Promote collaboration, trust and improvement between team members and across the People Team- Demonstrate a culture of continuous learning within the HC team- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Education- Bachelor’s Degree in Management of Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalentLanguage- Fluency in spoken and written English, proficiency in Arabic is an advantageOverall Experience- 1 – 2 years of relevant experience in an HR or IT functionsSpecific Experience- Advanced skills with Excel and ability to do complex work- Experience with applications implementations and complex IT environment systems- Ability to lead by example and support other teams to deliver assignments on time, quality and with value- Understanding of the HC related systemsKnowledge and Skills- Solutions integration experience- Problem identification and solving- Applications support, issues coordination, handling and reporting- Experience with HRMS & ERP solutions is preferred

    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

  • Senior Manager/Director, Technology – Forensics & Integrity Services | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    Whether facing acts of fraud, government investigations, regulatory enquiries, major litigation or transactional disputes, clients turn to Forensic & Integrity Services for assistance. This practice provides proactive and reactive services to address organizations’ risks related to fraud, bribery and corruption.The team includes forensic accountants and technologists, certified fraud examiners, anti-corruption professionals and money laundering and sanctions investigators. They work with our clients’ legal counsel (internal or external), compliance and internal audit departments to investigate complex issues and address operational challenges. The business focuses on G360 clients in highly regulated industry sectors, including Financial Services, Life Sciences, Oil & Gas, Telecommunications and Construction & Infrastructure.The opportunityAs a Forensic & Integrity Services Senior Manager/Director, you’ll build valued relationships with external clients and internal peers and develop a portfolio of projects by focusing on high value opportunities. You’ll lead a team formed by analysts and managers, present and propose for complex projects, and provide subject matter insight to bids and proposals. Drawing on your skills and experience, you’ll create an innovative commercial insight for clients, adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs, and contribute to thought leadership.Your key responsibilities• As a Senior Manager in the Forensics team, you are required to lead and grow a team and to provide strategic sourcing services related to regulatory compliance, Financial Crime Compliance (FCC), corporate governance, fraud risk assessments, enterprise risk management, internal controls to our clients.• You would also need to understand the technical aspects of the FCC system relevant to CDD, AML monitoring and payment screening.• You are also required to use data analytics tools and techniques to improve transaction monitoring and sanction screening defences for the financial services sector.• Conduct transaction system optimization by using advanced analytical algorithms to identify trends.• Manage and conduct KYC remediation and assessments by using advanced analytics and OCR technology.• You’ll package overall project findings into clear, concise, high-quality work products and act as a subject matter resource, leveraging knowledge and experience to shape services to client problems.• Driving improvements in business processes, you’ll serve as a role model for Quality & Risk Management and make sure that project teams understand and comply with our Q&RM guidelines.• As a respected senior professional you’ll communicate effectively with EY engagement partners and staff to build, manage and motivate high-performing teams, and help key staff to build sustainable competencies.

    To qualify for the role you must have• 10+ years relevant Financial Crime Compliance (AML/ CFT, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery & Corruption and Fraud) risk management, compliance experience in banking and/or in a big public accounting firm• At least 5 years’ experience in delivery of FCC-related technology projects, such as payments screening, transaction monitoring, &/or customer risk rating systems preferably at a large/ complex financial institution• Degree in information technology or related fields with good quantitative skills.• Strong hands on skills in scripting languages such as SQL, R, Python, VBA and sound knowledge at least in one of the programming languages such as C#, Java or PHP• Robust database modelling, data visualization and statistical algorithm• Advanced expertise on at least one screening and transaction monitoring systems (Firco, Oracle, NICE, Safewatch)• Strong understanding of expectations of regulators and international organisations such as FATF• Knowledge and experience of working in MENA region is a plus• Knowledge of the global risk and regulatory environment, especially developments in the FCC space• Industry related certification (e.g., CAMS or ICA diploma in AML)Ideally you’ll also have• Post-graduate qualifications in AML/CFT or professional/technical qualifications in risk management• Experience with the design, development and implementation of internal controls for financial services business processes, especially in FCC framework and strategy preferredWhat we look for• We 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.

    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

  • Senior Manager/Director, Technology – Forensics & Integrity Services, UAE | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    Whether facing acts of fraud, government investigations, regulatory enquiries, major litigation or transactional disputes, clients turn to Forensic & Integrity Services for assistance. This practice provides proactive and reactive services to address organizations’ risks related to fraud, bribery and corruption.The team includes forensic accountants and technologists, certified fraud examiners, anti-corruption professionals and money laundering and sanctions investigators. They work with our clients’ legal counsel (internal or external), compliance and internal audit departments to investigate complex issues and address operational challenges. The business focuses on G360 clients in highly regulated industry sectors, including Financial Services, Life Sciences, Oil & Gas, Telecommunications and Construction & Infrastructure.The opportunityAs a Forensic & Integrity Services Senior Manager/Director, you’ll build valued relationships with external clients and internal peers and develop a portfolio of projects by focusing on high value opportunities. You’ll lead a team formed by analysts and managers, present and propose for complex projects, and provide subject matter insight to bids and proposals. Drawing on your skills and experience, you’ll create an innovative commercial insight for clients, adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs, and contribute to thought leadership.Your key responsibilitiesAs a Senior Manager in the Forensics team, you are required to lead and grow a team and to provide strategic sourcing services related to regulatory compliance, Financial Crime Compliance (FCC), corporate governance, fraud risk assessments, enterprise risk management, internal controls to our clients. You would also need to understand the technical aspects of the FCC system relevant to CDD, AML monitoring and payment screening. You are also required to use data analytics tools and techniques to improve transaction monitoring and sanction screening defences for the financial services sector. Conduct transaction system optimization by using advanced analytical algorithms to identify trends. Manage and conduct KYC remediation and assessments by using advanced analytics and OCR technology.You’ll package overall project findings into clear, concise, high-quality work products and act as a subject matter resource, leveraging knowledge and experience to shape services to client problems. Driving improvements in business processes, you’ll serve as a role model for Quality & Risk Management and make sure that project teams understand and comply with our Q&RM guidelines.As a respected senior professional you’ll communicate effectively with EY engagement partners and staff to build, manage and motivate high-performing teams, and help key staff to build sustainable competencies.

    To qualify for the role you must have10+ years relevant Financial Crime Compliance (AML/ CFT, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery & Corruption and Fraud) risk management, compliance experience in banking and/or in a big public accounting firmAt least 5 years’ experience in delivery of FCC-related technology projects, such as payments screening, transaction monitoring, &/or customer risk rating systems preferably at a large/ complex financial institutionDegree in information technology or related fields with good quantitative skills.Strong hands on skills in scripting languages such as SQL, R, Python, VBA and sound knowledge at least in one of the programming languages such as C#, Java or PHPRobust database modelling, data visualization and statistical algorithmAdvanced expertise on at least one screening and transaction monitoring systems (Firco, Oracle, NICE, Safewatch)Strong understanding of expectations of regulators and international organisations such as FATFKnowledge and experience of working in MENA region is a plusKnowledge of the global risk and regulatory environment, especially developments in the FCC spaceIndustry related certification (e.g., CAMS or ICA diploma in AML)?Ideally you’ll also havePost-graduate qualifications in AML/CFT or professional/technical qualifications in risk managementExperience with the design, development and implementation of internal controls for financial services business processes, especially in FCC framework and strategy preferredWhat 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.

    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

  • Assurance Transformation – Subcontractor – Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Assurance Transformation Services – Practice Support, will provide you with the opportunity to be responsible for developing functions for our clients that support their audit teams and audit quality efforts. You’ll focus on enhancing their services related to data auditing, business analytics, visualisation and leveraging of analytic technologies to evaluating complex Enterprise Systems for audit and non audit services.- 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

  • Associate and Senior Auditor – Rapid Innovation | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients across the MENA region 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, by supporting our MENA based EY Member Firms to serve clients in the MENA region across a broad range of industries and responsibilities.Our tailored services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency.EY Rapid InnovationAs a Multinational Member Firm in the EY network, Rapid Innovation, based in Karachi, exclusively provides its services to MENA based EY Member Firms to support audit and non-audit engagements across the MENA region, excluding Pakistan. The work is executed remotely by working virtually with our MENA onshore teams and sometime may require travel to MENA EY offices.The opportunityRapid Innovation is recruiting across Associate and Senior ranks, to start from September 2020, in Karachi, Pakistan.Your key responsibilities• You will participate in MENA audit engagements, working effectively as a virtual team member, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress.• You will also help prepare for virtual meetings, participate in these meetings, and assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties.• Actively establishing internal relationships and identifying and escalating potential business opportunities for EY Rapid Innovation will be essential, as well contributing to people initiatives, including recruiting and retaining EY Professionals.• With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying risks, you’ll escalate issues as appropriate.• You’ll confirm that the work you deliver is of high quality and is reviewed by the next-level reviewer.

    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 bachelors degree or professional qualification, such as ACCA, CPA, CA• At least one year of professional experience in external auditIdeally you’ll also have• Track record with a leading audit firmWhat 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 we can offer you• 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 you

    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