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  • Front Office Executive (Arabic Speaking) | Charterhouse

    Employment: Full Time

    Our client is a corporate law firm based in the heart of West Bay, Doha who is looking for a professional and well-presented Front Office Administrator to join their team.As the voice of the company you will be responsible for answering all incoming calls and directing calls and incoming queries, meeting and greeting guests as well as coordinate with venders and courier companies. You will ensure the reception area and board/meeting rooms are maintained at all times and ready for the next meeting, including liaising with the IT team to coordinate any IT requirements and draft non-legal letters/memos in Arabic/English/Arabic as required. Working alongside a team of office administrators who report into the Office Manager you will also assist with managing the diary and travel arrangements of the Lawyers/Fee Earner’s and the Office Manager as required.

    This is an exciting and integral role as the face of the organisation, therefore they are looking to hire an extremely polished and professional individual who is highly organised, enthusiastic and has excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will be a team player, as well as have an outstanding phone manner, good computer skills with a minimum of 3 years administration experience within a corporate environment and will have been in the same company for a minimum of 3 years. Fluency in Arabic and English is essential.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

  • Head of Finance & Accounting – Saudi National | Command MENA

    Employment: Full Time

    Saudi Nationals are preferredJob Summary:• To provide leadership, direction, and management of the Finance and Accounting Team for a START UP aligned to the 2030 Vision.• Primary responsibility for the planning, implementation, management, and running of all the finance activities of project, including business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and negotiations.• Duties and Responsibilities:• The Financial Controller will have oversight and responsibility for the following:• As a member of the senior management team, participate in the development and refinement of project’s overall vision and strategy and contribute to the overall process of corporate management and decision-making to ensure project maximizes its short, medium, and long term financial targets while achieving overall objectives.• In coordination with the CEO and the senior management team, formulate and lead the implementation of the functional strategy in line with project’s vision, mission, and corporate objectives.• Ensure that the strategy is translated into annual operational business plans for the Finance Department and that performance is monitored to ensure business plans are in line with the strategy.• Continually monitor and evaluate the strategy of the company to ensure the long-term financial viability of the organization.• Direct the preparation and consolidation of the Finance Department budgets and monitor financial performance against the budget so that potential financial challenges and areas of unsatisfactory performance are identified and potential performance improvement opportunities are capitalized upon.• Define and recommend an optimal organization structure for the department and direct the development of departmental structures in coordination with Organization Excellence and Strategic Planning functions so that resources are optimally utilized and communication can take place in an efficient manner.• Lead the Finance Department by setting individual objectives to employees, managing their performance, recruiting qualified staff, developing and motivating staff, providing formal and informal feedback and appraisal, and acting as a role model for subordinates – in order to maximize subordinate and departmental performance to achieve functional objectives.• Ministry of Finance and other relevant ministries and governing Private sector partners• Consultants and• Auditors• Financial institutions, banks and investors• Board members and other stakeholders

    Requirements• Saudi National preferred• CA, CPA and/or Advanced degree in Finance• 10 to 15 years of experience out of which the last 5 years should be in a similar capacity• Exposure to dealing with the government is essential• Excellent financial analysis skills• Strong knowledge of local and international accounting principles• Understanding of financing requirements of the real estate industry

    Command MENA has been successfully partnering with clients and candidates since 2005. We have worked on human resources & talent acquisition assignments for clients throughout the Asia Pacific region, Middle East, Europe and the Americas.
    During this period of time we have successfully sourced highly skilled and multilingual talents both locally and from around the globe.
    As a company we take a consultative approach to meeting your human resources & talent management requirements. Taking the time to understand your needs, we think laterally to isolate candidates’ critical skills. We have proven understanding of the dynamics of various markets and we bring a fresh perspective to your challenges in sourcing creative staff.
    Our team of consultants specialise in a variety of sectors and take real pride in their work. We work in a number of specialist sectors; succesfully delivering human resources campaigns to Fortune 1000 & major international companies through to smaller boutique & specialist companies. More

  • Industrial Development Expert | Parsons International

    Employment: Full Time

    Principal ObjectiveFacilitates all activities required to ensure the successful addition and expansion of mega-industry investors in the Industrial City of Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. The investor relationship begins during the business development phase and continues throughout project execution, completion and close out. Will ensure that all stakeholders are appropriately aligned with particular emphasis on early project activities and scope development. Function as liaison between Owner-investor, the Royal Commission and key stakeholders. Facilitate effective communications during the entire project life-cycle.Organizational RelationshipInterfaces with the Industrial Investment Department Director and other Royal Commission Departments. Involved early in the project life-cycle and may be involved during the entire execution phase.Major Activities Performed• Develops professional in-depth understanding of project requirements based on specific investor requirements. These may include space, site conditions, infrastructure, utilities, logistics, accessibility, labor resource availability, environmental requirements and many other variables of interest to potential investors.• Must be able to prepare and present material on matters pertaining to industrial expansion and on matters that are of particular interest to the potential investor. In this regard, will function as an advocate for the industrial City of Yanbu and is an active participant in the business development process. Power Point skills are required.• Provides industry required information and regular support to stakeholders.• Assist Project Managers during project charter development., scope definition and during the execution phase. May also be required to support and participate in start-up and operational project activities.• Participates in project design and kickoff meeting and proposes improvement if necessary.• Facilitates the removal of roadblocks and ensures that the project completion schedule meets investor requirements.• Maintains an interface with the project execution team and ensures that RC and SAPL leadership are appropriately advised with regard to the progress or potential issues of concern.• Conduct a wide variety of feasibility studies that may be dependent on individual investor needs. Will be required to lead an evaluation of studies results and facilitate a solution to problems (technical & other).• Prepare and issue periodic progress reports.

    Experience and Qualifications1. Candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Business Administration (Master’ Degree or equivalent) from a western recognized university.2. Minimum of 15 years of professional experience in project coordination on mega projects with different stakeholders.3. Candidate should fully understand project coordination concept, professional expertise, financial orientation, self-starting initiative.4. Candidate must have strong problem solving and interpersonal skills.5. Must have excellent communicate skills in English language.6. Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships.7. Knowledge of computers and basic software applications: MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).8. Strong Administration, Management leadership skills.9. Details oriented and organized.

    Parsons is a leader in many diverse markets such as infrastructure, transportation, water, telecommunications, aviation, commercial, environmental, planning, industrial manufacturing, education, healthcare, life sciences and homeland security.
    Parsons provides technical and management solutions to federal, regional and local government agencies as well as private industries worldwide. More

  • Data Migration Lead – SAP S/4HANA | Saudi Networkers Services (SNS Group)

    Employment: Contract

    The Sap technical Consultant should be able to understand business requirements and transform into new S/4HANA platform, analysis and design business and functional requirements in SAP S/4HANA with a significant contribution in architecting solutions.• S/4HANA Asset Management• S/4HANA EWM• Integration

    • Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in HANA Embedded Analytics• Certified in SAP BW 4 HANA• Experience in unit testing and well versed with new ABAP Syntax• Strong Knowledge/Experience of CDS Implementation with security (CDL)• Strong Knowledge/Experience on building Analytics CDS objects.• Strong Knowledge/Experience on VDM architecture frameworks, concepts, and best practice design principles.• Strong knowledge of oDATA service implementation, using standard project approach or with SADL layer• Strong knowledge of BOPF Framework and Restfull Programming• Experience on Performance optimization in all the above technical layers.• Experience and demonstrated expertise in building interface solutions using ALE/EDI, SOA, RFC, BADIs• Experience and demonstrated expertise in building extension of ABAP program, CDS, BOPF

    Saudi Networkers is one of the largest consultancies providing services to ICT, Oil & Energy, Technology, Engineering, Banking, Finance and Healthcare arena across Middle East & Africa, covered by teams, specialized in their assigned industry sector.
    Saudi Networkers founded in 2001 and has excelled ever since in providing cost effective solutions to the biggest multinational companies in MEA region with very high standards of quality whilst adhering business ethics and meeting our clients expectations.
    Today, SNS Group is one of the leading consultancies, with more than 1700+ employees worldwide, ISO 9001:2008 certified and is highly regarded. More

  • Interactive Holographic and VR Environment – Unity3D | Saudi Networkers Services (SNS Group)

    Employment: Contract

    • Expert knowledge of 3D in Unity, including experience with C# scripting, textures, animation, GUI styles, and user session management• Expert in VR application development in Unity 3D.• Experience with particle systems• Knack for writing clean, readable, and easily maintainable code• Experience implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests• Proficient knowledge of code versioning tools such as Git and TFS

    • Minimum 3-5 Years of Experiences• Familiarity with level design and planning• Ability to constantly learn and stay in touch with evolving game standards and development technologies• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming• Familiarity with current design and architectural patterns

    Saudi Networkers is one of the largest consultancies providing services to ICT, Oil & Energy, Technology, Engineering, Banking, Finance and Healthcare arena across Middle East & Africa, covered by teams, specialized in their assigned industry sector.
    Saudi Networkers founded in 2001 and has excelled ever since in providing cost effective solutions to the biggest multinational companies in MEA region with very high standards of quality whilst adhering business ethics and meeting our clients expectations.
    Today, SNS Group is one of the leading consultancies, with more than 1700+ employees worldwide, ISO 9001:2008 certified and is highly regarded. More

  • Investment Operations Manager – 3 Month Contract Extendable | Manpower Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    Responsibility Activities / DutyTransaction processing / Execution• Ensure all necessary documentation is completed and per agreed procedural checklists• Ensure the effective completion of transaction authorization execution ensuring confirmed transmission of instructions through to settlement• Receive and reconcile all confirmations from counterparties to ensure, accurate and timely transaction completion• Maintain audit trail and ensure effective archiving of documentation• Ensure smooth and timely communication of transaction execution details to accounting team prior to execution and post execution to facilitate accurate record keepingTransaction Settlement and holding reconciliation• Ensure timely and effective settlement of investment transactions• Ensure all necessary funding requirements have been considered by Treasury• Ensure all FX transactions have been executed by Treasury to facilitate settlement• Ensure monthly reconciliation of holdings with counterpartiesInvestment management and performance management systems – data management• Ensure all relevant source data is uploaded or input to CLIENT’s portfolio management, performance management or CRM Systems in a timely and accurate manner• Complete verification, validation and reconciliations of systems data based on approved procedures• Investigates, archives, sources, collate, verify and reconcile historic data and upload into CLIENT’s system to ensure full data history is loaded, organized and maintained in an accurate and logically accessible manner• Actively contribute in the efforts to improve CLIENT’s management and performance system in a logical and systematic mannerInvestment pricing / valuation• Ensure accurate asset pricing from agreed sources• Complete monthly revaluation of assets and ensure effective communication of asset pricing to accounting team• Ensure accurate records and evidence of monthly asset valuation is stored and archived in a central locationCorporate Actions processing• Ensure the effective tracking, accuracy checking and recording of corporate actions and interest flows• Ensure all corporate actions requiring decisions are referred to investment management in a timely manner for execution• Follow up on settlement of corporate action receipts and distributions providing advance notices to third parties where necessary of receipt of cash or stock• Provide timely information to accounting team of dividend and interest inflows to facilitate accurate accounting• Prepare forecast of expected corporate action events annually updated quarterlyTreasury operation support• Work closely with Treasury team to ensure efficient and effective transaction execution and settlement• Provide forecast cash flow information on a periodic basis to the Treasury team• Liaison and relationship management• Create effective relationships and ensure effective communication with internal investment management and risk management team to ensure that internal requirements are met• Manage effective relationships with external custodians and banks to ensure that service providers are supplying effective servicesTaxation management• Act as liaison for external tax advisory services ensuring that tax advice on new transactions is communicated to the legal and investment management teams for review• Monitor outsourced provider performance on accuracy and timeliness of tax return services for US federal and state tax returns and any other non-US tax filing provisionsManagement Reporting• Review requirements tailor reports to meet executive requirements• Produce monthly management reporting in a timely and accurate manner• Assess potential improvements to reporting formats and delivery mechanisms• Develop dashboards and reports• Complete adhoc reporting on requestResearch and analysis• Provide research and analysis and actively seek to reduce transaction costs• Complete adhoc research and analysis projects on requestPolicies and procedures• Ensure the accurate completion of documentation of process charts• Prepare and review policies and procedures and make recommendations for changesGeneral Coaching and Mentoring• Assist in coaching and mentoring of UAE Nationals in relation but not limited to the Investment Operations function• Assist in coaching all employees and managers on Investment Operations policies and practices as and when requiredGeneral Maintenance of the Department• Assist in ensuring that the department constantly delivers high quality service and output in a timely manner to both internal and external stakeholders• Assist in actively finding ways to make the department more process and cost efficient

    • 7 – 10 years’ of industry experience• Have direct experience in a middle and or back office environment one of the following:• Operations function at Asset Management with diverse portfolio of holdings across asset classes• Operations function at a Global Custodian• Operations function at a major UAE Bank• Operations function at an Outsourcing Service Provider• Familiar with the formation and rating of SPVs• Familiar with the completion of standard KYC and AML documentations• Familiar with business practices and culture in the region• Excellent leadership, interpersonal skills and project management• In-depth Investment expertise across all processes

    We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.
    ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world’s most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise – 3600 offices in over 80 countries – we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.
    ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.
    Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:
    IT & Telecommunications
    Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
    Banking, Finance & Legal
    Sales & Business Development
    Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
    Human Resources & Training
    Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
    Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
    Executive Recruitment
    Emiratization Solutions
    Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
    Managed Service Provider Solutions
    Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
    Outsourced Staffing Solutions More

  • Consultant/Senior Consultant | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    Consultant/Senior Consultant, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, RiyadhOur CCaSS team seeks to build a better working world by helping businesses and governments respond to societal, environmental and economic challenges. They help businesses understand and evaluate the broader value impacts and outcomes associated with their organizations, operations, programs and projects. Our global team is multidisciplinary and combines our core knowledge in accounting and reporting with knowledge in technical and regulatory sustainability issues.Our teams help clients improve and report on their sustainability performance. Specifically, we help clients manage emerging risks, and reduce costs through the design and implementation of systems and processes and leverage opportunities in areas such as climate change, health and safety, labor rights, non financial reporting, supply chain and environmental management.The opportunityThe EY CCaSS team is actively looking for a Consultant/Senior Consultant with climate change and sustainability consulting experience or background, including exposure to energy management, green building, HSE management systems, sustainable value creation, sustainability digitization, business model innovation, sustainable supply chain and reporting.We are at the forefront of current trends in climate change and sustainability and we engage with clients at all levels to provide insight into these developments. We want candidates who are dedicated and capable of helping us to develop our dynamic sustainability practice that is focused on making the difference for our clients as they navigate this agenda.Your key responsibilities• In this role, you will work on multiple client engagements, sharing responsibility, providing support, developing relationships, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress across a range of industries, including consumer products, Oil & Gas and financial services.• You will perform audit procedures, create work products such as audit analyses and engagement documentation, evaluate and test processes and related controls, participate in client meetings and assist in preparation of reports.• You will also contribute to the development of a market leading team that is capable of providing board level strategic advice and winning large transformation engagements that leverage the wider competencies of EY. Working with EY CCaSS local / regional teams to deliver and execute projects efficiently with a high quality standard will also be essential.If you have commercial/consulting experience in the following areas, we want to hear from you – energy management; sustainability reporting; green building; HSE systems; sustainability transformation; sustainability strategy; sustainable supply chain, valuing sustainability

    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• Undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, for example chemical, mechanical, electrical engineering or environmental science• At least one year of experience in a position focused on sustainability advisory• A good understanding of the issues and opportunities surrounding sustainability and the impact of sustainability on an ever changing business environment, including knowledge of climate change policies and the carbon market• General understanding of sustainability best practices in areas of transformation, supply chain, digitization, business model innovation and value measurement• Flexible in attitude to deal with GCC mind-set• Strong technical, quantitative and analytical skills• Excellent written and oral communication skillsIdeally you’ll also have• Further studies and/or relevant professional qualifications• Track record with a leading consulting firm• Proficiency in the Arabic languageWhat we look forWe are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.What working at EY offers• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Build your legacy with us.Apply now.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.
    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

  • Algorithmic Trading Developer/Programmer | Venture Search – Valdere Group

    Employment: Full Time

    Venture Search is working with a proprietary trading firm based in Dubai, recruiting for an algorithmic trading developer.- This individual will join a high performance team of the industry’s best quantitative analysts, strategists, data scientists, and traders, and will be responsible for coding and deploying algorithmic trading strategies, as per strategies and models built by the quantitative analysis and trading teams.- The team will be helping build a smart and fast execution infrastructure, and deploying high volume automated intraday trading strategies, covering global markets.

    The candidate:- A highly talented python developer (with experience in other languages), with experience programming automated trading algorithms based on quantitative analysis and data science- Enjoys working with a team of equally minded professionals, in a high paced and high performance trading environment- A degree in computer science from a recognised institution, preferably with higher education (Masters/ Phd, etc)- Highly preferable – advanced experience working with PostgreSQL database management systems and data structures- A positive, problem solving attitude to work- Experience working within proprietary trading firms, systematic funds, or prop trading with top tier international banksThe role will offer an opportunity to join a newly established team and business, working within a flat organisation hierarchy with plenty of room for people to take responsibilities and operate with autonomy. A competitive remuneration package will be offered, together with relocation assistance should the successful candidate be based outside of the UAE. Applicants should be comfortable with working European market trading hours/days, whilst based in Dubai.

    Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process. By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector. Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More