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  • Deals, Finance Compliance – Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismFinanceManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryAt PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 236,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.Established in the region for 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,200 people across 12 countries. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.Job Responsibilities:- Carry out pre-engagement and post engagement compliance tasks associated with client and project onboarding- Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines to ensure their client and the engagement have cleared the necessary risk assessment and obtain files and reports on time to demonstrate regulatory compliance.- Analyze all compliance procedures and monitor all risks for the engagement and opportunities and assess potential defects and assist in resolution for the same.- Maintain and document all records required across the engagement lifecycle and assist the central review and R&Q team as necessary.- Communicate effectively and professionally, verbally and in writing, with a range of key stakeholders across the firm.- Facilitate the yearly compliance reviews in collaboration with the Central Review Team and engagement leads.- The successful candidate will report predominantly to the Compliance Manager and the R&Q lead who will provide guidance regarding compliance with relevant territory policies and procedures- Actively share knowledge within own team and across BUs, 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.- Work closely with teams across the business to ensure best practice.- Provide a service directly to the BU, particularly in relation to adhering to internal and external compliance tasks and reporting any exceptions as necessary- Work closely with peers and team members at all levels, sharing knowledge and providing support where needed.- Understand the importance of, and processes behind, all compliance related tasks and execute accordingly,with high levels of attention to detail.- Enter own time and expenses in accordance with firm’s policy 

    Essential skills & attributes:- Has the competence to perform the role effectively- 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- Willingness and interest to frequently interact with and reach out to Partners, Directors and the team- Ability to interact efficiently with senior members of the firm across multiple time zonesDesirable skills / experience:- 1-2 years relevant experience- Background in risk / compliance fields preferred- Experience in consulting preferred- Understanding of the Firm’s marketing and business development and the Firm’s Service OfferingsEducation- 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

  • Senior Consultant – JDC | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismTechnology StrategyManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Customer Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients design customer strategies that address the customers’ underlying needs and desired outcomes. We help build bridges between digital and analogy mediums, delivering personal and contextual experiences powered by technology and analytics, and driving the total experience by engaging the customer, product, partner, and employee experiences.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

    As a Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.- Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.- Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.- Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.- Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.- Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.- Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.- Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.- Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    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

  • UI / UX Designer & Developer Maternity Cover – 5 Month | Refinitiv

    Employment: Contract

    Are you passionate about building amazing user experience and using Design Thinking to solve client’s problems?Come join us as a valuable temporary resource for 5 months!Job Summary• You are a talented UI/UX designer & developer with a passion for creating amazing user experiences.• You have an impeccable eye for clean and interesting design.• You possess superior UI/UX skills and are able to translate high-level requirements into interaction flows and then transform them into beautiful, intuitive, and functional user interfaces• Your primary focus will be the design & development of front-end & secondary focus towards working with end users to define the scope, solution and design layouts using Design Thinking• You will periodically lead an agile team to collaboratively design, develop and implement the next generation of Applications• You will be working with clients across Middle East & Africa regionKey Responsibilities• Designing both low and high definition visual designs, and being able to explain all your decisions to senior stakeholders• Create wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows and site maps to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas• Execute all visual design stages from concept to final hand-off to engineering• Rapid prototyping skills using standard tools such as Sketch, Invision, Adobe XD, etc.• Understanding, qualifying and framing the problem or opportunity after conducting thorough user research and feedback evaluation• Work with other functions in locking down the scope, implementing architecture, and managing project delivery.• Collaborate closely with other development functions & client’s during each phase of the development cycle to ensure robust and smooth Application delivery.• Ensuring that no user is left behind by ensuring that usability best practices and accessibility guidelines are followed and consistently used throughout portfolio of projects

    What Do You Need To Essentially Have?• MS degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science or related field• 4+ years of professional experience, including 2-3 years of user-centric UI/UX experience• Extremely good with design tools (adobe photoshop), dynamic prototyping (InVision, Sketch, Adobe XD etc.) and design collaboration (Sympli.io)• Strong proficiency in developing web applications using HTML5, CSS3, Javascript, and related frameworks such as REACTJS, jQuery, and AngularJS.• Solid 2+ years of experience in leading projects independently• Experience in creating wireframing, storyboards, user flows & process flows• Up-to-date with the latest UI/UX trends, techniques, and technologies• Experience in User Experience design and graphic user interface modelling.• Knowledge of the full software development lifecycle• Excellent visual design skills with sensitivity to user-system interaction• Ability to present your designs and sell your solutions to various stakeholders• Ability to think critically, solve problems creatively and effectively• Excellent and creative problem-solving skills• Experience working in an agile development team• Formal training in Design Thinking would be a clear advantageDesired but Not Mandatory Experience• Product management• Define user stories• User research• Usability testing• Degree in design, interaction design, or relatedEducation/Certification• A relevant degree but not mandatory if they have relevant experience.• The ideal candidate will come from a Visual/Interaction/Communication design background with at least 7 years of commercial experience ideally within a financial services industry.

    Refinitiv is one of the world’s largest providers of financial markets data and infrastructure, serving over 40,000 institutions in approximately 190 countries. We provide leading data and insights, trading platforms, and open data and technology platforms that connect a thriving global financial markets community – driving performance in trading, investment, wealth management, regulatory compliance, market data management, enterprise risk and fighting financial crime. We are new market pioneers with 167 years of confidence. Breaking new barriers. Enabling more responsible, transparent and connected financial markets. We redefine what data can do. Through an open ecosystem, a high-performance culture, analytics, insights and technology.
    Be the breakthrough, activate your future and shape ours. More

  • Group IT Manager | Fura Services DMCC

    Employment: Full Time

    The job of Group IT Manager is to lead the IT related activities across the organisation. This role involves identifying the IT needs of the company across all the operations (Colombia, Mozambique, and Australia) and implement the systems to fulfil the company’s system requirementsKey Responsibilities• Serve as a technical expert across the teams and external vendors• Lead IT projects, including the design and deployment of new IT systems and services• Monitor performance of IT systems and ensure it operates at high level of efficiency and in a cost-effective way• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) relating to IT• Ensure infrastructure security is maintained in line with SOPs developed• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues related to internal IT for UAE operations• Manage, maintain, and procure companywide hardware and software infrastructure• Manage, maintain, and procure all the systems and applications used by the company

    Minimum Qualifications and Experience:• Bachelor’s Degree• Mid to senior level experience• Highly competent in administering a Microsoft Office 365 environments• Highly competent in providing best system security practices, this includes disaster recovery planning and first response actions• Experience in ERP system is a must.• Previous experience in Microsoft Dynamics Navision is a preference• Previous experience in security and risk management frameworks is a must• Previous experience with physical and web server management, firewalls, VPNs is necessary

    Our mission is to create unique opportunities for all stakeholders by partnering with surrounding communities to focus on known and proven gemstone belts, including existing yet undervalued assets, supply rough gemstones through organised and transparent selling platforms, and promote mined gemstones around the world.
    From our Dubai-based headquarters, we sustainably source gemstones from our mining sites around the world, using industry best practices. FURA’s initial focus includes mining ruby assets in Mozambique and emerald assets in Colombia. Together with our trusted partners, we also market these beautiful treasures across reliable selling platforms. As a listed company on Canada’s TSX Venture Exchange (ticker symbol: FUR.V) and a member of the Forbes & Manhattan Group, we strive to champion transparency and principled operations for all of our projects whilst bringing sophisticated mining and marketing to the global gemstone market Together with all our stakeholders, we are committed to the timeless pursuit of perfection. More

  • Assurance – OAS – Digital Trust – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Digital Project Management practice, within Project Portfolio Management services, will provide you with the opportunity to help organisations balance long term strategies and short term imperatives to optimise their investments and strategic activity required to achieve the organisation’s business objectives. We help enhance organisations project and programme performance by identifying alternative project approaches, consistently aligning projects with corporate strategy, setting the tone and pace of programmes from the outset, responding quickly and effectively to crisis situations, and extracting value from agile programme delivery.As part of our team, you’ll help our clients leverage digital technology to enable real time decision making, proactive project, programme and portfolio management, and seamless collaboration across the business. You’ll help provide a transparent management environment that creates change in programme effectiveness and programme information to ensure focus remains on delivery.- 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.

    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

  • Tawteen Coordinator – UAE National | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    With the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (the MOHRE), having launched a national program to encourage the employment of UAE nationals known as the Tawteen Program, all private organisations are expected to use the system to manage all their recruitment needs. Join us as a Tawteen Coordinator and you’ll play a key role in managing the process across all mainland entitles at EY.The opportunityDriven by the mandate to use the Tawteen program, you will be playing a key role in managing and coordinating the new process in close coordination with our recruitment team; in addition, supporting the team with other visa related activities, for all EY entities. As this process forms the start of the recruitment process, you will be required to support the teams with regular updates on the progress and changes taking place that could impact the hiring process.Your key responsibilities- Your primary responsibility will be to manage the MOHRE Tawteen System.- You’ll work along with your colleagues within the visa team and the recruitment team, balancing your time between managing the Tawteen system by uploading the vacancies, coordinating open days and the day to day operations within the department.- As you will be required to work closely with MOHRE, coordinating with the Tawteen office on a regular basis, it is expected of you to maintain a good working relationship that would support the stakeholders and mandate a visit to the Tawteen offices on a need basis.

    Skills and attributes for success- Timely communication Providing guidance and solutions to the team- Monitoring and managing challenges,- Building relationships internally and externally to discover and meet our needs, promoting a culture of collaboration- Analyzing current systems and processes to identify risks and opportunities for improvementTo qualify for the role you must have- Fluent in written and spoken Arabic- Good English language skills, written and verbal- 1-2 years’ experience as an Arabic typist either in house or with a typing shop. Must have experience of using the Tawteen Portal & other online government portals.- Good knowledge of Labour (MOHRE) and Immigration (GDRFA) requirements- Confidentiality and Integrity essential as this role requires dealing with employees’ personal documentation- Must be proactive, highly organized, have the ability to communicate effectively and professionally and to manage own workload- Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel- Strong attention to detail- Ability to work under pressureIdeally, you’ll also have- A bachelor’s degree in any stream.What we look forWe’re interested in flexible professionals with excellent knowledge of the MOHRE Tawteen system including good knowledge of Labour (MOHRE) and Immigration (GDRFA) requirements. You’ll need to have some level of problem solving skills and the ability to prioritise your workload to ensure consistency in service levels. If you are someone with strong administrative and organisation skills, this role is for you!What working at EY offersWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, both pension and 401(k) plans, a minimum of three weeks of vacation plus ten observed holidays and three paid personal days, and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social wellbeing. Plus, we 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, 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. 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.Join us in building a better working world. 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

  • Regional Project Manager – Fixed Term Worker | Standard Chartered Bank – UAE

    Employment: Full Time

    The role-holder is responsible to lead/support initiatives within the IBOR Transition Programme impacting CCIB clients and GAMs/FAMs/Sales reps, at the same time be the champion on project management activities, driving a value-driven change management approach. A multi-faceted candidate is sought who:* Demonstrates a dynamic role which can shift between change manager / product owner / project manager / business analyst depending on the regional requirement for CCIB client engagement* Ensures business needs are well understood and delivered* Supports/leads project management and change management activities ensuring business readiness* Leads by example change management best practice on initiatives driven by the CCIB Client Engagement workstream* Maintains a balanced approach in project management and change delivery that aims to maximise ROI, minimize rework, and ensure solutions are built for the long term* Raises awareness and understanding of change management best practice (within/beyond the bank)* Ensures roles and responsibilities defined are observed and hence drive the right level of accountabilityKey responsibilities are:* Conduit between the IBOR Central Team, GAMs and FAMs* Review Client Data Quality and updates when client information may change* Liaison with the CCIB Outreach Team* Liaison with GAM / FAM and relevant product sales teams* Sourcing SME Knowledge (with the IBOR Central Team)Regulatory & Business conduct* Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group’s Values and Code of Conduct* Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics, including regulatory and business conduct, across Standard Chartered Bank.* This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with, in letter and spirit, all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct.Other Responsibilities* Leverage the opportunity provided by Corporate Social Responsibility to enhance the Group’s internal and external reputation and indirectly influence the bottom line.* Promote the Group’s brand and Here for good with clients and regulators.* Perform other responsibilities assigned under Group, Country, Business or Functional policies and procedures.* Maintain effective communication with key stakeholders and staff.Key Stakeholders* Regional GAM/FAM/Product reps managing CCIB client relationships* Regional GB / CB Product MT members* Country Business Heads, regional / Country COOs and their representatives* IBOR Central team* Workstream / PSC leads and Project Managers for the CCIB Client Engagement workstream* CCIB Client Outreach Team* The broader IBOR Programme team

    * Looking for a candidate for Fixed Term Worker contract (12-18 months)* Relevant years of experience/knowledge preferred in project and change management principles, approaches, methodologies, tools and phases of the project lifecycle (both Waterfall and Agile)* Preferably PMP / Agile Project Management;* Excellent working knowledge of MS Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.) PowerPoint, MS Outlook, Visio, and Microsoft Project desirable* Previous experience working on a regulatory transformation initiative* Excellent multitasking and prioritizing skills* Resilient and tenacious, able to deliver amidst ambiguity and tight timelines.* Ability to clearly articulate complex issues concisely and problem-solving skills* Able to look at issues holistically and to propose effective solutions that exhibit sound judgment, risk management, and business understanding* Strong ability to influence people without direct authority

    Standard Chartered Bank started in 1958 in UAE with its first branch in Sharjah. The Group’s business gradually increased in Dubai with the opening of several branches and today, Dubai is the administrative hub of the Middle East and South Asia Region. In its 43rd year, the Bank enjoys the position of having the most extensive branch network among foreign international banks in UAE with 10 branches emirate-wide.
    Standard Chartered is an international bank, focused on the established and emerging markets of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America with an extensive global network of more than 600 offices in over 50 countries. The three principal business groups are Global Markets, Personal Banking and Corporate and Institutional Banking.
    In UAE, we are one of the leading banks, offering an extensive range of products and services for personal customers, local companies, multinational corporate and financial institutions. More

  • Senior Manager – Consulting (Saudi National) | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    Senior Manager – Consulting (Saudi National) – Jeddah, KSASenior Consulting Manager that will be in charge of providing Consulting services for several clients in the Public and Private sector.Client DetailsA leading Saudi boutique consulting firm. A Consultancy having multinational expertise in management consulting.DescriptionSenior Consulting Manager that will be in charge of providing Consulting services for several clients in the Public and Private sector.Job Offer- A competitive package and benefits scheme- Being part of a very supportive Management team with excellent training and development programs

    – Minimum of 6+ years of experience in Management Consulting- Looking for candidates that have previously worked/ are working at Big4 Consulting firms- Experience of working with Government projects is a plus as- Must be Saudi National, and should be flexible to travel across the Kingdom

    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