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    Senior Auditor | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients 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, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities. Our tailored external audit services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency. We are 79,000+ professionals based worldwide across 150 countries. Audit services involve reporting on the fairness in all material respects with which a client’s audited financial statements are presented, in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework. The opportunity EY is looking for Senior Auditors to join from September 2022. In this role you will help our clients meet their requirements by accurately reporting on financial statements and providing meaningful insights into accounting and reporting matters. In return, you can expect leading class learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations. You will be given all the skills, knowledge and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and the communities that support us. Your key responsibilities As a member of the Audit team, you’ll make a technical contribution to audit engagements and internal projects. You’ll actively establish internal and external relationships and identify and escalate potential business opportunities for Ernst & Young on existing engagements. With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying risks, you’ll escalate issues as appropriate. You’ll confirm that the work delivered to clients 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 – A degree in accounting, finance, commerce or related field, or be undertaking a professional qualification, such as SOCPA, ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA – At least three years of professional experience in external financial audit Ideally, you’ll also have – Completed a professional qualification, such as SOCPA, ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA – Track record with an international audit firm – Proficiency in the Arabic language What 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. If you have significant experience gaming technology and are passionate about improving the performance of businesses, this is the role for you. 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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    Receptionist/Office Manager – Arabic Speaking | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyOur client, an international consultancy who specialise in public policy, are hiring an experienced Receptionist to support their small but diverse team. You will manage the office as well as supporting the team in all administrative duties. You must speak Arabic to be successful in this position.The RoleKey Responsibilities* Manage the imminent office move* General maintenance of the office* Greeting visitors* Liaising with government entities* General HR for the office* Diary management and travel arrangement for senior team

    The CandidateKey Skills* Fluent in Arabic and English* Experience coordinating an office move* Strong IT skills* Ability to manage a heavy and complex workloadSalary10-15k per monthRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

    Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide. More

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    Customer Service Manager | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half are working with a global service provider who partner with international government agencies to support the visa and residency process. They are looking for a Customer Service Manager to lead their team of specialists who are all based in India. You must have strong project management experience in order to successfully drive and fulfil the contract specifications.The RoleKey Responsibilities* Supervise and drive performance of the existing team* Hiring and performance evaluation of team* Assess quality of service – identifying opportunities to increase efficiency* Manage service levels to ensure contract objectives are met* Full budget responsibility and financial analysis of project* Preparing proposals and quotes for new business* Managing sub-contractor deliverables* Overseeing the supervisors scheduling of the team* Produce technical and financial reviews for senior management* Ensuring strict corporate compliance* Carry out regular site visits across India* Conduct training* Vendor oversight

    The CandidateKey Requirements* Bachelor’s degree in relevant field* Must have experience in a similar customer focused role* Project management experience is essential* Experience managing a diverse and remote team and driving performance* You must be fluent in Hindi or any other local language of the APAC regionSalaryUp to 35k per monthRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

    Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide. More

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    Consulting Technology – Cyber Security Director | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelDirectorJob Description & SummaryPwC Global Overview:At 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 157 countries with more than 208,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.PwC Middle East Overview:Established in the region for over 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,000 people across 12 countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and the United Arab Emirates. 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.Line of Service Overview:In Consulting, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the best across industry and professional functional advisory services. We focus on helping solve client problems by offering both strategic and operational deep industry expertise. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with companies and organizations, always ensuring that we are able to bring the best insights and solutions to help them tackle whatever critical issues they may face. Our Consulting practice currently focuses on several core sectors including Consumer and Industrial Products & Services, Energy, Utilities & Mining, Financial Services, Government, Health Industries, Finance Function, People and Organizations and Technology.Business Unit Overview:The Technology Consulting team is shaping the Digital and IT market in the GCC. Working with Public and private sector clients to help them improve overall value delivered to their customers and employees by formulating digital strategies and help them in the implementation. We are helping clients unlock the potential of digital by increasing their customer engagement, providing their employees with powerful tools, and helping them optimize and digitize their operations. We are a growing team and looking for dynamic, flexible, proactive, and hardworking consultants who have a passion for shaping cyber security positively in the GCC over the coming years. We have a strong pipeline of large, transformational opportunities with our clients which will provide great opportunities for all our people to step up and play significant and rewarding roles in an entrepreneurial and innovation driven environment. Responsibilities: – Work under the supervision of cyber security leadership within the Technology Consulting practice. – Use strategic business consulting skills to work with clients through all stages of strategy-based transformation projects.  – Provide support on client assignments that help to develop a strategy and then refocus an organization on making that strategy a reality.  – Oversee the design of target technical security architecture for clients with deep understanding and analysis of emerging cyber security solutions including, but not limited to, threat intelligence, anti-advanced persistent threats, DLP, SIEM, next generation firewalls, analytics, enterprise incident response and others. – Oversee the development of cyber security programs in different domains including the development of strategy, GRC, architecture, identity and access management and cyber security solutions based on leading practices such as NIST, CIS, ISO27 and others. – Manage/lead the team or sub-team onsite in complex project implementation, managing and mentoring team members to ensure timely and quality delivery following project milestones. – Provide counselling/coaching, oversight, and support for delivery teams members. – Leverage existing client relationship for cross-selling & up-selling opportunities. – Development of business process including proposal development, budgeting and marketing/eminence events with business partners and product principals. – Continuously develop and deliver bold and innovative solutions that differentiates PwC. – Build and sustain a high-performance culture by cultivating and amplifying individual and team strengths. – Drive the development of RFPs, evaluate different technologies and conduct vendor evaluation and selection. – Support in business development activity’s ability to contribute to the development RFPs for the procurement of cyber security solutions. – Leverage network of connections to drive new business for the cyber practice. – Conduct pitches and presentations to senior client counterparts. – Ability to be a thought partner for C-level clients. – Provide leadership to multiple client engagements, which run simultaneously and oversee project teams to ensure they address specific client requirements activities by developing technical and financial proposals and being proactive in selling. – Develop new service offering for the Technology business unit in the domains of cyber security.

    Requirements: – Years of experience: 12 -15 years of experience in cyber security strategy, GRC, architecture, identity and access management and cyber security solutions. – Education: B.A/ B.Sc.  in Computer Engineering or related field. – M.Sc. in Computer Engineering or related field is preferred. – Experience in private and/or government sectors is a plus. – Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCIE, OSCP/OSCE, GPEN, GCIH, etc. – Special experience in identity and access management, GRC, SIEM/SOC and DLP is a plus. – Familiar with CAPEX/OPEX. – Achievement oriented with the ability to be flexible and adaptive on a daily basis. – Excellent organizational skills, having the ability to priorities your workload whilst being resilient and able to cope well under pressure and meet tight deadlines. – Excellent problem-solving skills with a structured thinking process. – Strong time-management and organizational skills. – Ability to learn new concepts and carry out technical research. – Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English (Arabic is a plus). – The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East is MUST.

    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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    Business Solutions Developer – Full Stack .Net – (6 Month Contract) | WSP

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are WSP – Join us and make your career future ready!Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise and working on projects that transform society for all of us.We currently seek an experienced Business Solutions Developer for a 6 month contract who will be responsible for the design and development of major and minor Web applications and components for WSP ME projects and business systems. The developer will design, test and deliver web sites, applications and components as well as lead a small team.Your new role, what’s involved?* Manage enhancements and defect resolution on an ongoing basis.* Create web/standalone applications and components from the requirement stage, through design and through production deployment.* Assist the management in developing framework for integration of various business lines and standardization of operational metrics.* Have good understanding and experience on various programming and development languages and should be familiar with process frameworks like Agile, SDLC etc.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.* The candidate should possess good communication and interpersonal skills as this role requires interaction with various stakeholders.

    We’d love to hear from you if you have:* MCA/BE(CS) or Graduate Science* 5+ years of relevant experience in Web development, Web Design, Automations, projects/ quality management/knowledge management/content management in similar industry domain* Good understanding of Object Oriented Programming* Experience in developing and consuming Web API, Rest API and Web Services* Experience in developing websites and/or web technologies.* Good understanding of navigation, browsing applications* Microsoft Technologies – ?ASP.Net, C#, ADO.NET, Web and Windows Services* Web – JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, CSS, SASS, Kendo* Experience is using ReactJS* Experience in Responsive Design, HTML 5 and CSS3* Databases – MS SQL Server* Should proficiently work in MS Word, MS Excel, MS AccessWhat’s in it for you?What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.Apply now and be the future of WSP!As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.Be you, be happy – we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

    WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With 36,000 talented people in more than 500 offices across 40 countries, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come. More

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    Salesforce Developer | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As the Salesforce Developer, you will be responsible to develop high performing solutions on the platform, provide insight in advanced business analysis, conduct needs assessments, configure apps, and assist in key processes implemented to automate business requirements.Client DetailsA leading organisation in the region in an interesting domain.Description* Identify and document business processes, gather, synthesise, and translate business requirements into user stories, and complete the declarative configurations required.* Providing detailed level of effort estimates for proposed solutions. Articulate the benefits and risks to a solution’s feasibility and functionality.* Responsible the whole software delivery life cycle, integrating with both internal and external systems* Implementing solutions that adhere to platform best practices and perform code reviews. Typical implementations include custom platform development (Apex, Visualforce), integrations with back office systems (often using middleware tools) and complex data migrations.* Lead development work streams, from design through testing and deployment. Develop, test, and document working custom development, integrations, and data migration elements of a Salesforce implementation.* Hands on configuration with validation rules, process builder and a strong experience using tools such as Apex and Visualforce.Job Offer* Competitive salary with family benefits such as schooling assistance on offer for the right candidate.

    * A minimum of 4-5 years’ hands-on development experience on the Salesforce platform (Apex, Visual Force, SOQL, Triggers, Batch Apex, Etc).* Must have prior experience in OOP languages (Java, C++, .NET), core web technologies such as HTML5, JavaScript and jQuery and web services like REST & SOAP, JSON & XML.* Salesforce certifications is an added advantage (Advanced Developer).* At least 1-2 years in a functional role with demonstrated experience of communicating with different types of stakeholders.

    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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    Account and Customer Success Manager | Quest Search & Selection

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We Are Hiring!Our well-reputed client is looking for a dedicated Account Manager and Customer Success Manager, to be based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will be an Arabic speaker, and a key member of the team who plays a critical role in the customer journey by extracting full product value and potential. The nature of the role requires listening to, and understanding customer’s needs, proactively supporting in anticipation of those needs, and building strong customer relationships. Your efforts will deliver excellent customer experiences, and directly impact business growth and revenue.Minimum Requirements:* Ideally available immediately or with a negotiable notice period* Fluent Arabic speaker with strong written and verbal skills * Experience working in a similar position at a SaaS or B2B software company * Excellent time management skills * Proven ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with customers, at all levels.* Strong leadership skills with natural ability to manage teams, priorities and handle numerous complex projects and clients at the same time.* At least 3 years in a similar role.

    Desirable Skills:* Strong desire to understand the customer, achieve initiatives and solve problems * Comfortable working in a dead-line driven environment * Excellent written and oral communication skills * Goal orientated with a positive attitude towards KPIs and targets * Analytical and process-oriented mindset * Active listener with a proactive nature* Defined prioritization and organizational skills* Excellent presentation skills* Active team player, self-motivated to learn, grow and demonstrate intellectual curiosityWe request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

    Quest Search & Selection is a specialist recruitment consultancy with over 20 years’ experience in sourcing the world’s best candidates for the global Retail, FMCG and Hospitality sectors.

    With offices in the UK & Dubai, we have an international presence and a global reach. Our recruiters place candidates locally and internationally for a wide variety of roles focusing on the following areas:

    Retail Buying & Merchandising, E-commerce & Digital, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Hospitality & Operations, Retail Stores & Operations, HR & Recruitment, Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics, Sales & Marketing, Technical and New Product Development.

    We work in partnership with our clients who range from famous international brands within the Retail, Restaurant, Hotel and Consumer products space. Our reputation is built on our in-depth understanding of the industry and our consultants’ skill, knowledge and passion for their sectors. More

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    Human Resources Operations – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryTo 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.

    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