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    Consultant / Senior Consultant, Oracle Fusion Financial | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consultant / Senior Consultant, Oracle Fusion Financials – Digital Transformation, Jordan & Lebanon EY’s Financial Accounting Advisory Services teams support you in determining, monitoring and disclosing financial and nonfinancial insights for your stakeholders. FAAS addresses the CFO’s agenda and provides CFOs, controllers, treasurers and audit committees with insight and services to support compliance with evolving financial requirements and help provide transparency and trust in reporting to support better decision-making. We also help to support finance functions with robust financial data analytics and innovation through our tools. Our services cover a wide range of accounting and reporting, transaction accounting, treasury, and corporate governance services that can make your business meet changing market conditions, demands for greater transparency and changing regulatory requirements. We aim to do this by providing innovative support to inspire confidence while addressing reporting challenges that stem from the changing economic and regulatory environment. The opportunity This opportunity is within our Digital Transformation team, that provides advisory services focused on ERP enablement, ERP selection, developing road map for Oracle Fusion Financials migration, enterprise asset management and quality assurance of ongoing implementation. We are looking for a Consultant/Senior Consultant with a strong delivery track record in Enterprise Resource Planning who is able to leverage technology-based solutions to deliver business outcomes for our clients. The role will be based in our Centers of excellence in Lebanon / Jordan and will cater to the client engagements across the MENA region. Your key responsibilities – As a Consultant/Senior Consultant within our FAAS digital team you will specialize in Oracle Fusion SCM modules, project costing and management, enterprise asset management and work closely with our clients to support them in making strategic and operational decisions about their businesses. – You will be a trusted business advisor to our clients with a strong Oracle Cloud ERP implementation background. – You will work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution.

    Skills and attributes for success – Proactivity, 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 bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject such as finance, accounting, computer science or engineering – Minimum of two years of relevant experience, with a focus on technology enabled finance transformation and broader finance and systems – Established work experience in the Oracle practice – Knowledge in implementation of the Finance modules in Oracle Fusion Financials. – Ability to configure, test and suggest best practices for the Oracle Fusion financials – Experience with implementation of Oracle EBS along with Oracle fusion will be preferred. – The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the project requirements dictate Ideally, you’ll also have – Track record with a leading consulting firm or IT services provider 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. 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.

    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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    Tech Majilis Expert | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Information Technology, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to support clients core business functions by deploying applications that enable their people to work more efficiently and deliver the highest levels of service to our clients. Our Information Technology Generalist – Client Services team focuses on managing the design and implementation of technology infrastructure for our clients, developing and enhancing client applications, and providing technology tools that help create a competitive advantage for clients to drive strategic business growth.Our Firm Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has more than 6,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. We have an unparalleled range of expert capabilities from Strategy, through Advisory and Consulting to Legal, Tax and Assurance Services, underpinned by the standout digital platform in the region. Our Mission One Firm: Transforming our region. Our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. In an increasingly complex world, we help intricate systems function, adapt and evolve so they can benefit communities and society – whether they are capital markets, tax systems or the economic systems within which business and society exist. We help our clients to make informed decisions and operate effectively within them Our Values Creating value through diversity. Be yourself. Be different. At PwC, we respect and value differences. We know that when people from different backgrounds and with different points of view work together, we create the most value – for our clients, our people and society. As part of our commitment to individuality we are pleased to hear from candidates from diverse backgrounds, with a mixture of skills, capabilities and experience from the below Job Description. Job title : Customer Experience Champion Level SA Location Dubai, UAE Job Description & Summary : The Customer Experience Specialist will be responsible on a daily basis for the provision of insightful advice and friendly, hands-on technical support at the Next Generation Tech Majlis service located in the PwC office. The Tech Majlis service delivers a Next Generation Technology experience for the PwC employee. Primarily focussed around provision of customer centric support services, the Tech Majlis also provides a central location for IT engagement, education and innovation. This is a vital role and critical to the success of our growth and long-term scalability. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to. RESPONSIBILITIES – Help foster positive customer and team relationships using a friendly and upbeat manner (Zen vibes). – Providing personalized and solution orientated customer service. – Ensuring all customer tickets are addressed and resolved in a timely manner, based on department and personal KPIs. – Creating and updating support tickets, including escalating them where needed. – Participate in cross functional teams on new technology introduction projects to ensure the site is prepared to deploy, educate and support the new solutions. – Helping to improve existing customer experience workflows and processes. – Drafting standard service agent responses. – Building out the KBs. – Assisting in the creation of training resources. – Helping other departments to build a center of excellence with other ad-hoc related tasks as needed per business objectives. – Adhere to all business policies and standards around security and compliance. – Provide candid feedback and suggestions for improvements to the Tech Majlis service. – Contribute to Tech Bytes and its ongoing development

    WHO ARE YOU- Genuine desire to help people resolve problems and get the information they need. – Superior communication skills, both written and spoken. – Ability to work under pressure, think on your feet. – Strong project management skills and the ability to keep multiple plates spinning. – An eye for detail, and for not letting things fall through the crack. – Ability to spot and articulate where there is room for process improvement. – Quick study and openness to always learning. – Collaborative, team player with a flexible approach and “no job too small” mentality. – Availability for varied hours.

    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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    Legal Counsel – Bilingual | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Legal Counsel (bilingual), MENA (QATAR based) – MENA Nationals We are looking for a motivated, in-house legal counsel to join our General Counsel Office (GCO) team in MENA region and to be based in Qatar (Doha office). This role is within the Core Business Services (CBS) service line and will handle a broad range of responsibilities supporting the EY business in MENA region. The ideal candidate will provide practical and wide-ranging advice on legal issues. They will have the ability to assess legal risks in contracts or commercial approaches and to provide alternative and practical legal solutions for the business. They should have a generalist approach and judgment with the necessary specialist and technocratic ability that best supports and protects the business. Teaming, passion for exceptional service and a personal drive for success are a must. Your key responsibilities – Act as focal point of contact in the QATAR to support the MENA General Counsel. – Handle a wide variety of legal demands that arise in a rapidly growing market and provide business-minded legal advice to the business on the various legal issues which will include agreements, legal negotiations, regulatory matters, legal proceedings including litigation and ongoing corporate projects within EY. – Independently draft, revise and negotiate complex commercial contracts integral to the business. – Monitor regulatory changes and provide legal advice and actionable guidance to the business. – Report directly to the MENA General Counsel. – Gain a deep understanding of privacy and other data protection laws and regulations impacting the business and the ability to translate that understanding into actionable guidance for business teams.

    Skills and attributes for success – Ideal candidate should be a licensed generalist lawyer with at least 7 years of post-qualification experience in commercial and corporate work, with a preference of in-house experience with a growing business and/or private practice – ideally with an international law firm. To qualify, you must have – At least 7 years of post-qualification experience (qualification of a bachelor’s degree in Law or equivalent). – A proven level of Arabic and English fluency, both spoken and written – Effective planning and organizing skills to be able to turn over work in a high-pressure fast paced environment, without compromising on high quality legal advice – Effective ability to prioritize key areas of responsibility, tasks and projects with conflicting deadlines and provide high quality work. – Strong legal experience in commercial/ corporate matters and a proven ability to draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements with a solution-oriented approach. – Excellent business judgment, intellectual curiosity and the ability to balance legal and business requirements with a commercial mind-set and the ability to deal with problems in a practical and intuitive way. – Proven ability to establish a high degree of credibility, respect and trust at all levels, including working collaboratively within the GCO team and with internal business stakeholders. – The capability to lead, take responsibility and act autonomously including the ability to take difficult decisions and provide substantiated arguments – The ability to thrive in a fast-paced changing environment. – Strong personal communication skills, capable of dealing with wide range of people Ideally, you’ll also have – Experience in regulatory law and compliance – Employment law or litigation experience gained in either a reputable firm (or equivalent) and/or in-house function. – Experience in or demonstrated interest in technology and digital innovation. – Experience navigating data privacy laws and issues in a commercial corporate context. – Ability to operate with limited use of external counsel 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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    Software Architect – Remote (TypeScript & React) | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As a Software Architect, you will report into the CTO be responsible to make intuitive high-level decisions for software development and create architectural approaches for software design and implementation to guide the development team.Client DetailsA young and dynamic tech organisation going through exciting developments and investing heavily in new age technologies and talent to disrupt their industry.Description* Successfully communicate and fully define the company software architecture strategy.* Define all aspects of development from appropriate technology and workflow to coding standards.* Collaborate with other professionals to define the specifications and determine functional and non-functional requirements for the software project.* Oversee progress of development team to ensure consistency with initial design.* Define and document application architecture and design.* Provide technical guidance and coaching to developers and engineers.* Ensure software meets all requirements of quality, security, modifiability, extensibility etc.Job Offer* Opportunity to work in an organisation looking to take their product to international markets.* Substantial potential for growth and personal development in an innovative organisation.

    * Minimum BSc. in computer programming, computer science or similar related fields.* 4-6 years of experience in software architecture.* Intermediate experience in software development processes, especially Agile methods.* Prior development experience in TypeScript and React.* Knowledge of Event Sourcing architecture.

    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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    Associate Director, FCC Controls | Standard Chartered Bank – UAE

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Strategy* Support the Country Head of Financial Crime to:* Set and implement the vision, strategy, direction and leadership for the Country, consistent with the vision and strategy for FCC and in support of the Group’s strategic direction and growth aspirations.* Input to the design of the Country operating model, FCC Framework and relevant business processes.* Ensure that there is adequate support (people, processes, tools, frameworks, systems) in the Country for necessary FCC controls and oversight.Business* Develop a good understanding the Bank’s range of products and services.* Develop good working relationships with key stakeholders in the Business Segments.* Develop a good working relationship with GBS FCSU and participate in regular Service Delivery Meetings with them.* Support ad hoc FCC training initiatives where appropriate.* Develop a good working relationship with GBS FCSU and chair regular Service Delivery Meetings with them.Processes* Provide management oversight of a team of Investigations Analysts, which includes case allocation and monitoring quality and productivity levels.* Day to day management and oversight of AML Investigations work that arises from Transaction Monitoring alerts (automated & manual alerts/IRs, OTCs and IXs), including alerts generated from Trade Surveillance, Transaction Screening and credit card monitoring.* Support complex investigations to include Group or Regional-level i3 cases.* Processing and concluding cases allocated in a timely manner within agreed TATs whilst maintaining Quality Control/Quality Assurance results in line with Group and local expectations.* Ensure timely initiation of follow up actions including heightened monitoring, CDD review and list additions.* Develop, keep up to date and recommend enhancement of appropriate policies/processes/DOIs to address financial crime risks, aligning with relevant regulatory requirements.* Perform reviews of reports completed by all direct reports as appropriate.People and Talent* Provide leadership, management and coaching to direct reports to ensure they are highly engaged and performing to their potential.* Promote and embed a culture of openness, trust and risk awareness, where ethical, legal, regulatory and policy compliant conduct is the norm.* Stimulate an environment where forward planning, prioritisation, deadline management and streamlined workflows and collaborative, inclusive yet effective and efficient work practices are the norm.* Collaborate with training teams to input to training curriculum to support closing of capability gaps.* Ensure staff in Country have clearly articulated and well understood roles and responsibilities through meaningful and accurate job descriptions.Risk Management* Understand technical aspects of systems relevant to CDD, Client Risk Assessments, Name and Transaction Screening, AML Monitoring and Case Management* Ensure that detection scenarios that are developed and deployed are fit-for-purpose.* Apply Group and FCC policies and processes (AML surveillance, client screening, risk assessment) to manage risks.* Make recommendations (and/or implement) to relevant stakeholders on possible risk management responses to identified risks and/or findings of concerns from investigations.* Assess risks arising from products / segments / geographies / customers / transactions.* Analyse significant financial crime risk events (e.g. SARs, non-compliant transactions, production orders) to ensure that all connected parties, particularly cross-border are identified and reported at the appropriate levels internally as well as externally across all relevant jurisdictions.* Advise relevant stakeholders on outcomes of [AML/Sanctions/ABC] risks identification and assessment methodologies.* Ensure that significant investigations are concluded internally and externally where relevant (including cross-border).* Provide intelligence inputs to support calibration of bank’s Risk Methodologies (including aggregate client risk, product risk and country risk assessments).* Apply risk and data analytic tools / techniques to optimise and tune relevant detection scenarios, and screening and monitoring systems.* Ensure that the relevant lists and database as used by the screening systems are up-to-date.Governance* Support senior oversight of FCC country.* In the event of serious regulatory breaches, or where risk tolerances have been breached, ensure senior management and relevant regulators are informed and that actions are taken quickly to remediate and/or activities are ceased.* Propose control improvements, enhancements and simplifications where appropriate.* Support all control checks undertaken by FCC under the Operational Risk Framework (ORF).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.* Lead to achieve the outcomes set out in the Bank’s Conduct Principles* Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters.

    Our Ideal Candidate * An FCC related qualification is desirable – such as ACAMS, ICA or CFE

    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

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    Senior Consultant – Technology Transformation | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Senior Consultant – Technology Transformation – Technology Consulting – RiyadhWhole industries have been disrupted and transformed in recent years by technology. As a technology 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 technology can act as multiplying effect during major program transformations. As organizations look to leverage the advantage technology 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 EY is looking for consultants to join our rapidly expanding Technology Transformation team. The role will be based in our Resource Hubs in Pakistan & Jordan. Currently we have the following opportunities: – Solution Architects – Hands on experience in design and implementation of large-scale technology solutions – IT/OT Convergence Consultants – Hands on Experience in IT/OT network infrastructure projects – Cloud Transformation/Adoption Consultants – Hands on Experience in Cloud Platforms, Migration Approach & Methods Grades we are hiring at are Assistant Manager, Manager, Senior Manager.

    Technical skills requirements – Demonstrated excellence in above mentioned areas and experience in presentation to senior leadership – You will ideally have 4-15+ years of relevant professional experience above mentioned areas of Solution Architecture, IT/OT convergence, Cloud Transformation/Adoption, in a consulting environment ideally – Proven experience successfully leading and managing a team delivering Digital transformation projects – Excellent communication skills, both oral and written – Consulting experience is a must 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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    Business Development Executive – Government & Public Sector | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    In a business where are our people are our products and assets inspiring excellence in how we engage with our clients is something that we are passionate about. As Market Segment Account Centric Business Development Manager, you will be focusing on multiple Core accounts within a Market Segment, drive global accounts strategy, rigorous account planning and relationship development across the client(s) organization. The opportunity As part of the primary account team, reporting to the regions Business Development Leader and with close connection to some of EY’s senior leaders (Global Client Service Partners – also called the GCPS), your time will be focused on Go to Market activities to enable achievement of objective around account satisfaction, sales/pipeline and margin. Your key responsibilities – Drives revenue, sales and relationships on multiple Core account – Being connected to your client’s business agenda and leveraging the global EY network to connect our clients to the right people – Being insightful through proactively sharing relevant metrics, trends and strategies to address and reach client needs – Advising the GCSP on account planning, strategy and managing key sales opportunities – Facilitate client sessions – for example client facilitated sessions, Alliance introductions and exploration workshops etc. – Helping to develop broad and deep client relationships – Serving as a strategic advisory to the GCSP on the cross selling of our services, execution of the sales pipeline, reviewing deals, pricing and negotiations – Engaging with the account teams in the field to support on their most important pursuits – Leverage and drive strategic pursuits tools, which include EY sales tools, processes and methodologies – Instill strategic commercial/pricing methodology to optimize account margin and participate in deal review process as required

    Skills and attributes for success – Must be able to work within a matrixed organization-balancing the needs of the client against firm initiatives and goals – Networking with and assessing the needs of C-suite buyer/influencers and building rapport to ensure that EY are the provider of choice – Being responsive and accountable for entire accounts’ activity from improving relations, starting new connections enhancing EY’s top of mind within our Core accounts and any other required activates. – Strong ability to focus on commercial outcomes that align with the interests of our clients – Passionate about collaboration, teaming and sharing best practice. To qualify you must have – 6+ years of experience in new business penetration and existing account management – Demonstrable negotiation and influencing skills – Experience in delivering business development support in complex multi-country environments – Worked with formal tendering processes and procedure and been part of pulling together exceptional standards of proposals – Exposure to senior leaders, both internal and external, displaying examples of needs assessment and a focus on mutually beneficial solutions – Exposure to and an understanding of working with people of many cultures and diversity – Experience working within the GPS sector Ideally, you will also have – A business/commercial degree or post graduate. – Experience in budgeting and account forecasting. – People management and development experience. – Great knowledge of market activities. – Good business related experience background. What we look for We are looking for people who can combine, great listening skills, collaboration, influencing and commercial acumen. Being able thrive in an ever changing, diverse, multi-cultural environment where we expect exceptional quality and show passion for your work will set you up for success. What working for EY offers We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. We also offer: – Exposure to some of the greatest colleagues and clients in the industry – Support, feedback and coaching in a culture that values operational excellence – Career potential to grow both within the MENA region and globally – A culture that will encourage you to grow you skills and strengths for your own betterment as well as that or EY About EY As 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

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    Consultant / Senior Consultant, Energy Sector | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consultant/ Senior Consultant, Energy Sector – Financial Accounting Advisory Services in Qatar In Financial Accounting & Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning, and individually tailored coaching.That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.Sound interesting? Well, this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.The opportunity EY is looking for a Senior Consultant / Consultant to join the team in Qatar to lead our project delivery within the Energy sector, specifically power and utilities. This is an opportunity to work in a rapidly changing market with huge career growth potential.Your key responsibilities As a Senior Consultant/ Consultant you’ll be responsible for participating and /or managing energy sector FAAS engagements, while collaborating with the partner, senior manager, and client to determine a FAAS strategy that appropriately addresses risk and manages client expectations relating to deliverables.To this end you’ll ensure that the FAAS engagement team understands the client’s needs and expectations and that the work product is client-focused, clear, accurate and well-presented; ensure work is delivered timely and in compliance with regulatory requirements and monitor the FAAS engagement team’s performance against the budget and alter if necessary.In addition, identifying and communicating relevant trends, developments, and key performance drivers relevant to the client will be essential as well consulting with appropriate resources on complex accounting issues and participating in sales of new FAAS work.

    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 bachelor’s degree and approximately three to four plus years of related work experience – Understanding and experience of accounting transformation and advisory projects across region and sectors – CPA / CA / ACCA certification – Strong technical skills and recognized cautious risk management ability – Strong management skills to lead teams, delegate appropriately, mentor, review performance and counsel employees – Ability and comfort level in researching client inquires and emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies Ideally, you’ll also have- Experience in the Middle East & North Africa region 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.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

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    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