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    Legal Manager | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As a Legal Manager, you will perform a range of duties including negotiating contract terms, preparing contracts, researching current regulations and providing in-house support.Client DetailsThe MENA arm of a global management consulting firm.Description* Review all contractual agreements and assess potential legal implications which need to be brought to attention.* Negotiate and draft bespoke contracts with clients.* Work closely with the commercial arm of the business to streamline legal processes while mitigating legal risk.* Analyse complex legal issues and provide consistent sound judgement to the organisation.* Coordinate with other departments of the company to develop efficient procedures to streamline processes and satisfy each department.* Support and mentor junior lawyers in the team.Job Offer* Attractive, tax – free salary* Opportunity to play a crucial role in the ongoing growth and success of an exciting business

    * At least 5 years PQE, qualified in a common law jurisdiction.* Strong experience with corporate commercial law.* Outstanding negotiation and interpersonal skills.* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multi-task effectively in a high volume and complex environment with changing priorities.* Strong command of written and spoken English.

    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

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    Tax Accounting Specialist | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Charterhouse are currently managing a search for one of our leading financial services client’s whom are in the process of looking to recruit an Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Tax for their MENA business units. At a regional level, this AVP shall take ownership for the compilation and preparation of all Value Added Tax (VAT) accounts whilst managing the submittal and filing processes with the required regulator.In conjunction, this role shall also focus towards any Corporate Income Tax (CIT) & Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) that may apply across the jurisdictions, managed-out of the Dubai hub. Away from the monthly reporting aspects of the role, the AVP shall also be required to manage an advisory undertaking; that in turn manages any internal support, documentation and administrative aspects of the tax returns and payments. Finally and as part of an ongoing project, this role will also be involved in the upgrade and development of both tax reporting procedures, policies and the systems-based filing.

    The client will look recruit a professionally trained candidate; which in this case will be a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CPA) and/or a qualified Association of Tax Technicians (ATT).In conjunction, the applicants shall be required to demonstrate 3 to 4 years of experience within an in-house or consultancy-based tax position, with a strong and tailored focus toward primarily VAT accounting and reporting. Furthermore, the successful candidate shall be required to manage any audit and regulatory aspects, whilst also presenting a capability to communicate at all level across the regional operation, to ensure strong controls, compliance and tax efficiencies.As a final criterion, the client will also look towards applicants whom have exposure to the banking and/or financial services sector. This is a critical aspect to ensure that the successful candidate can bring a baseline knowledge of financial products & services and any aligned taxation nuances and intricacies.

    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

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    Senior Manager – Leadership & Succession | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Internal Firm Services – OtherManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Global Role – Practice Support team, within Leadership and Global Roles, will provide you with the opportunity to define, articulate, and communicate the overall PwC network strategy and drive a wide range of projects across various lines of service and territories to help achieve PwC’s objectives.Responsibilities:- Managing current and future partner talent programs – Lead white glove onboarding and re-location for all KSA Partners – Lead the GCC Nationalisation strategy for Partners with initial focus on KSA senior talent – Support continuous development of female talent pipeline & work with HC & the business for early indication – Supporting or leading specific transformation projects related to L&S initiatives as assigned – Prepare & update all materials and briefings in relation to all talent & succession programs – Manage all partner data reporting to use as analysis for automation & transformation – Manage all global talent programs for Partners (re-inventing the future etc) Manage the implementation of best practices from the network and consultation with the business – Support on monthly budget/financial reconciliation and provide analysis for L&S leadership – Bring ideas and updates to L&S leadership to ensure all processes are current and relevant

    Requirements: – Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Business Management – Fluency in spoken and written English Arabic is essential and KSA National is advantageous – 10-12 years of HC related experience – Strong MS office skills – Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – Strong customer service orientation with ability to use patience and diplomacy to handle issues Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?No

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Manager, Tech Solution Delivery, Microsoft | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Manager, Solution Delivery, MicrosoftWhole industries have been disrupted and transformed in recent years by digital technology. As an IT consulting professional, you’ll help businesses realize the value they can gain from their IT investments – supporting strategy and being a key growth driver. As part of a high-performing team, you’ll deliver exceptional client service – providing advice on how technology enablement, digital transformation and enterprise intelligence contribute to performance improvement, as well as how IT can act as multiplying effect during major program transformations. As organizations look to leverage the advantage IT offers, we’ll work with you to develop the consultancy and analytical skills that you’ll need in today’s environment. Working on projects that cross borders and sectors, the experiences you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else. So whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. The opportunity We’re looking for Manager for Technology Consulting- Solution Delivery to join our team with experience in one or more of the following: Microsoft product suite with functional competency in one of the following modules: – Dynamics CRM – Customer data platform – Power Platform – Power BI – SharePoint Your key responsibilities – Effectively manage performance improvement projects, develop analysis, run and engage client teams and stakeholders, and deliver high-quality work products. – Possess strong project delivery capabilities and familiar with project management and/or Agile methodology. Effectively manage both onshore and offshore resources. – Cultivate and manage business development opportunities. Understand EY and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to serve clients. Develop and maintain long-term client relationships and networks. Develop relationships with team members across all EY practices to serve client needs. – Demonstrate in-depth technical/functional capabilities and professional knowledge. Demonstrate ability to assimilate new knowledge. Possess good business acumen. Remain current on new developments in consulting services capabilities. – Establish relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels. Consistently deliver quality client services. Monitor progress manage risk and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes. Stay abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to the client’s business. – Provide constructive on-the-job feedback/coaching to team members. Foster an innovative and inclusive team-oriented work environment. Play an active role in counseling and mentoring junior consultants within the organization. Skills and Attributes for success – Strong project delivery and project management skills with Agile methodology. – Familiar with all phases of project lifecycle

    To qualify for the role, you must have: – Approximately 5-7+ years of recent relevant work experience. – A bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, accounting, finance or a related field. – A minimum of 5 years of experience in consultancy, professional services or project management. – Demonstrated ability to work in teams through all phases of the project lifecycle, including requirements definition, process and prose creation, business re-engineering, and application mapping. – Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, client service and business writing and consulting skills, coupled with a strong interest in further designing, developing and integrating business operations and technology – Ability to research client inquiries and emerging issues – Project Management or Agile certification is desirable Ideally, you’ll also have – A dedication to teamwork and integrity within a professional environment What we look for Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    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

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    IT Enterprise Account Manager | Qatar Datamation Systems (QDS)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    – Deliver all reporting and on-going measurement requirements on time. Customer database, pipeline & forecast tools are a must- Responsible for/ and actively engaging in selling all company solutions/products and services to clients- Generate and maintain a credible forecast for accounts and provide this information on a regular basis to Senior Management- Builds and orchestrates sales pipeline activity. Ensures active nurturing of deals and movement of opportunities to close. Manages a balanced pipeline representing all of the businesses being pursued- Develop excellent customer and partners ( Suppliers) satisfaction in all areas of business and relationship- Researches and understands the client’s industry. Deeply understands client business strategies and challenges- Responsible for building a “Sales Strategy” for clients that includes identifying and qualifying opportunities on the accounts- Builds and executes an Account Business Plan (ABP) that includes both transactional and strategic initiatives to grow Company’s presence and share in the account over a 1-3 year time horizon

    – High degree of fluency in spoken and written English and Arabic- Strong computer skills and comprehensive record-keeping skills are required- Knowledge and experience with the general Sales practice- Knowledge and experience in implementing and supporting policies and standards- Leadership and strong communication skills- Knowledge and experience in preparing & managing sales account plans, pipeline and forecast- Knowledge and experience in solution selling- IT Sales experience is a must

    QDS has strengthened its play and expanded its presence in the regional IT solutions, services and support market by building long-term relationships with customers and principals.

    Since its inception in 1983, QDS has been growing from strength to strength blending the latest of technology with impeccable business acumen and meeting the most challenging requirements of a fastevolving IT landscape through strategic joint ventures, world class vendor alliances, extensive and strategic vertical focus and a well trained and talented workforce of over 150 professionals.

    Today, QDS provides a wide range of fully integrated IT based business solutions that addresses almost the entire market spectrum, spanning various verticals like Banking and Finance, Healthcare, Government, Education, Oil and Gas, Telecommunication and Private sectors backed by high quality customer Support. More

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    QA Engineer | Hays

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Your new companyA prominent E-Commerce CompanyYour new role? Design, develop and execute manual and automation test cases independently, with littleor no supervision.? Write automation scripts for test cases, using UI testing tools and following the team’sautomation testing strategy.? Test features on multiple platforms and devices, uncovering error scenarios and defects.? Execute exploratory testing by following testing best practices and guidelines.? Assist in developing and executing automated test cases for contract/API testing.? Create, update and clean up test data.? Collaborate with the development team to identify defects and validate fixes.? Log software defects following team templates and standards.? Analyze, identify and define requirements for their own tasks, covering primary,Alternative, and error flow.? Write required documentation, following team standards, guidelines and templates.? Contribute to the test plan by estimating and analyzing risks for their own tasks.? Follow project build infrastructure and include needed test cases when needed, guidedby other team members.

    Salary:
    AED
    8,000 to 10,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    What you’ll need to succeed? Experience in leading a team? Strong in UI automation tools (e.g. Selenium, Robot Framework)? Great knowledge at least one modern programming or scripting language (e.g. C#,Python)? Good understanding of STLC, Agile methodologies and DevOps lifecycle? Understanding of CI/CD systems and tools (e.g. Jenkins, Hudson) – highly appreciatedWhat you need to do nowIf you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

    Hays is the leading global specialist recruiting group. We are the experts at recruiting qualified, professional and skilled people worldwide.

    Our Middle East office was founded in December 2005, headquartered in Dubai UAE. We deal with clients in the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and other key areas in the region. Our consultants sector-specific knowledge and unique understanding of the local market allows us to offer an exceptional level of service across all divisions.

    We currently recruit for roles in the following sectors: Accounting & Finance, Architecture, Banking, Construction & Property, Engineering, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Logistics, Legal, Office Support, Oil & Gas, Life Sciences, Supply Chain & Procurement, and Sales & Marketing.

    As part of our continuing expansion, we have opened a dedicated Abu Dhabi desk to further assist with our client needs across the region. More

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    Accounts Assistant | Excelsior Group ME

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Working with spreadsheets, sales and purchase ledgers and journals.• Preparing statutory accounts.• Calculating and checking to make sure payments, amounts and records are correct.• Sorting out incoming, outgoing daily post, and answering any queries.• Managing petty cash transactions.• Controlling credit and chasing debt.• Reconciling finance accounts , Card transactions, bank accounts and direct debits.• Also take initiative to do work as an when required by Accounts Department with minimum supervision.Reporting to Finance manager

    Salary:
    AED
    3,500 to 4,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Candidate must be currently based in the UAE. Candidate must have at least 1 year of working experience.Candidate must be able to join immediately.Candidate should have completed Bachelor’s Degree

    Excelsior is a bespoke HR and recruitment consultancy, specialising in the Security, Facilities Management, Education and Automotive sectors. Excelsior provides a high quality, reliable and affordable solution to companies in these sectors.

    Exciting opportunities and market insights will be regularly posted on this page. If you are a talented individual looking for a change, then our highly experienced Consultants are ready to match you with an exciting new career opportunity. More

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    Temporary Corporate Receptionist | Irwin & Dow

    Employment:

    Temporary

    A financial advisory organisation based in the DIFC require a Temporary Receptionist to cover two weeks of vacation from 17th- 27th May 2022. You will therefore require sponsorship from your spouse or family member and be available for the entire duration of the assignment.This is a highly employee centric organisation and therefore it is expected that you will be a well presented and pro-active individual to support the team with all Front of House duties. This will include meeting and greeting UHNWI clients, organising meeting rooms and required refreshments, upkeep of all pantry and stationary supplies and resolving of maintenance and IT issues via the outsourced company. Alongside managing incoming calls and emails as the first point of contact, you will also be required to support both the HR Manager and COO with any administration such as interview arrangements and client gift purchases.

    Working 8.30am- 4.30pm Monday to Friday, this is a busy office with high standards of service to their clients and it requires a receptionist who is able to use their initiative and continue this service level on a day-to-day basis. You will have excellent communications skills in the English language and be a hands-on individual with strong MS Office and overall organisational skills.

    Irwin & Dow was established by two highly experienced recruitment professionals, Tracey Irwin and Jocelyn Dow. We provide a refreshing approach by working in close partnership with clients and candidates within the Business Support, Secretarial, HR & Finance sectors.

    Good staff are key to every business. We recognise and appreciate this, having over thirty years combined recruitment and executive search experience within the region.

    Our main aim is to provide a specialist service to clients preferring to work with a bespoke consultancy.

    Our values of discretion and diplomacy are paramount and our ultimate goal is to become a partner of choice for all our clients and candidates. More