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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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    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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    Consultant, Financial Accounting Advisory Services | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    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 of 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 Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) support organizations through a diverse range of services that include accounting and reporting, finance function transformation, transaction accounting, treasury, corporate governance, performance improvement and other services that help organizations navigate evolving business needs, demands for greater transparency and changing regulatory requirements. Your key responsibilities – In this role, you will participate in Accounting Advisory engagements, work as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress, help prepare for meetings with target management teams, and participate in these meetings and assist in preparing reports and schedules for clients and other parties. – You will also develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and build strong internal relationships within the EY Assurance business and across other services. – Contributing to people initiatives, including recruiting and retaining assurance professionals will also form part of your role as will maintaining an educational program to continually develop personal skills of staff.

    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 – Strong academic record, with a degree in accounting or commerce – Minimum of four years of professional experience in an accounting or advisory role – Familiarity with transaction services and transformation projects – Understanding of risk- based auditing and risk and control strategies – Experienced in writing policies and procedures and compliance or internal audit, internal controls and risk management Ideally, you’ll also have – Track record with a leading consulting firm – Flexibility to travel across the MENA 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. 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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    Bilingual Executive Assistant (Admin Advanced) | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As part of our Core Business Services (CBS) team and you will support the important business enablement functions that keep our organization running strong. As a CBS professional, you will work across teams to provide the knowledge, resources and tools that help EY deliver exceptional quality service to our clients, win in the marketplace and support EY’s growth and profitability.You have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of 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 As an executive assistant, you’ll develop your skills by providing support services to some of MENA’s largest organizations. Your experience in business communication will help you to build effective relationships with important stakeholders and senior leaders. You’ll have autonomy and clear responsibilities, working in our friendly, collaborative environment. Your talents will be respected and you’ll be supported in developing the career path you choose. Your key responsibilities – Provide high level support to a small group of Partners and Executives- Organise and manage comprehensive diaries, travel and accommodation- Screening emails, responding and/or actioning as required- Prepare expense claims and timesheets on a weekly basis- Screen phone calls and messages, and follow-up actions, referring to the relevant team member when appropriate- Prepare and revise documents including presentations, emails, reports, agendas and papers- Coordinate client events, internal and external, as required within MENA- Leadership and people development- Counsel, coach or mentor others in the secretarial community- Identify opportunities to improve work efficiency and effectiveness

    Skills and attributes for success – The demonstrated ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills- Intermediate in the use of Microsoft Office suites- Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task- Strong communication skills including telephone manner and interpersonal skills- A strong team member with an ability to work across multiple teams- Experience in a professional services environment is highly regarded. To qualify for the role you must have – A minimum of 4-5 years previous EA experience, supporting multiple executives in a corporate environmentIdeally, you’ll also have – Prior working experience in global professional services organization or mid-tier firms will be highly advantageousWhat 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 team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.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.

    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 – Transfer Pricing – Doha | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    NA

    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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    Senior Manager / Director, Financial Accounting & Advisory Services | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    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 Having the largest geographical footprint in the MENA region, EY is perfectly placed to help the financial services sector which is experiencing unprecedented changes. We’re looking for ambitious people to help drive and support this change while learning about the intricacies of dealing with diverse clients in a challenging yet rewarding environment. Your key responsibilities As a Director/Senior Manager you’ll be responsible for managing financial services related engagements, while collaborating with the partner 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 – 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 – Minimum of 8+ years of experience in the related field – Experienced in delivering engagements (process improvements, internal controls, policies, and procedures, regulatory (Basel), IFRS 17) across the industry – An understanding of core banking systems and their architecture for finance along with their linkage to treasury and front-end systems – Strong advisory (selling) mindset – CPA/CA/ACCA certification – Strong technical skills and recognized cautious risk management ability – Deep understanding of the client’s industry and marketplace – Strong management skills to lead teams, delegate appropriately, mentor, review performance and counsel employees – Fluent written and verbal English communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills – Ability and comfort level in researching client inquires and emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies – Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary 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

    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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    Experience Centre Technology Lead | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryOur 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.The Experience Centre is a function within PwC ME which assists its clients with project delivery, client meetings and workshops to solve complex business issues. It is a place where PwC’s clients are engaged either physically, virtually or a blend of both. Position summary: – We are looking for a new dynamic IT professional with experience of managing, planning, budgeting and extensive technical knowledge in IT Operations and User experience. – Main focus would be on the Experience center technology portfolio. – End user Experience and technologies. – EC support operations. – Collaboration technologies and event technology. – End User Devices & Peripherals. – Network and infrastructure o Stakeholder management and vendors relationships. – EC technology demand management of Customer satisfaction and costumers experience. – EC IT Team and resource management. – The perfect candidate for this role would be passionate about bringing the latest and most impactful technology solutions to improve the overall virtual and digital collaboration and experiences across all workshops occurring in the experience center (EC). – You will need to leverage your technical knowledge, business and digital acumen to enhance the customer experience and satisfaction. Your role will include innovating using existing technology to create seamless virtual and physical experiences, as well as looking into the market to bring new forms of tech into PwC EC. The role requires flexible working patterns – due to the nature of the work, the candidate will sometimes need to work outside of normal business hours. Responsibilities: – Manage the EC IT Operations and ensure delivery of commitments/project of supervised/managed IT services, Collaboration Technology and event technology, EC Support Operations End User Devices & Peripherals. – Take a leading role in creating innovative solutions through technology, Resolve and recommend remedial measures for problems affecting technical work. – Working on new initiatives to bridge the gap in complex environment deployments. – Support in the assessment, planning, and design of virtual experiences across all meetings and workshops occurring in the EC. – Leverage and research new virtual collaboration tools and platforms (e.g. G-Suite, Mural, Miro, Menti, Zoom, WebEx etc.) to create interactive digital experiences. – Lead communication with clients and internal teams to understand their digital capabilities and technical needs across engagements. – Run regular L&D sessions to upskill the EC team on existing and new tech (including creating guides for the tech in the space). – Ensure all the team’s technology is operational day to day, allowing the EC team to work efficiently. – Work with ME IT team to procure new technology items where required. – Catalog and manage all tech assets in the space and make sure that the team is aware of what technology is available for them to use and what technology is fit for what purpose.

    Key Skills: – Have excessive technical expertise in IT related technologies (Windows, Mac, Video conferencing solutions, Collaboration technologies and platforms, Networking hardware and software, etc.). – Able to assess, understand and define how IT services and products contribute to the operation of the business (in business terms). This includes being able to have discussions with business contacts and vendors to agree and optimize product strategies and plans. – To be able to understand strategic and operational technology environments and services and how they come together to underpin the product. This includes being able to work with technology representatives (Service managers, Vendors, etc..) to understand operational performance and agree technology plans to improve product performance. – To be able to define, agree and monitor service and quality levels for the enterprise/strategic product(s)and report these in meaningful ways to all stakeholders. – To be able to construct, agree and oversee the implementation of Service improvement plans. – The ability to build relationships and work collaboratively and influence senior IT contacts, with senior business contacts and strategic 3rd party product providers. – Be able to take a holistic view of how IT services operate and apply this to the planning/structuring of the live services and products. – High level problem-solving skills. – Strong team player and collaborator. – Ability to work under pressure during live events (i.e regional broadcasts & livestreams). – Collaborative and supportive approach to working with others (must be a strong communicator). – Good presentation skills – Proficiency in the use of multimedia and innovative concepts to develop engaging and high quality digital/physical experiences. – Be a proactive, self-starter who is able and willing to challenge operational norms and propose solutions and alternative operating modes to complex, IT wide issues.

    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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    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.

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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