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    Senior Associate/Manager – UAE National | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Deals – Deals, Strategy & Operations – UAE National – Senior Associate/Manager – UAELine of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismDeal StrategyManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryPwC Global OverviewAt PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 155 countries with more than 284,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.PwC Middle East OverviewPwC is the largest professional services firm in the Middle East with over 6,000 employees offering an unparalleled range of expert capabilities from Strategy through to Deals, Consulting, Tax and Assurance Services. PwC operates across 12 countries in the region and serves both public and private sector clients. Within PwC, our Deals line of service helps organizations execute successful deals and create value through strategy definition and due diligence for domestic and cross-border M&A, divestitures and spin-offs, capital markets transactions like IPOs and debt offerings, and bankruptcies and other business reorganizations.Deals Strategy & Operations Overview  Deals Strategy & Operations (DS&O) provides strategic and operational advice across the deal continuum from setting the deal strategy to post-deal execution. Examples of services we undertake include advising corporates, funds and government entities on strategic investment decisions, developing strategies and business plans, identifying value creation opportunities, executing the deal seamlessly, and implementing changes to deliver synergies and improvements post integration. Our team includes a diverse mix of profiles with people with relevant strategy, investment, and operations experience combined with deep industry expertise.    As a Senior Consultant within the DSO team, your responsibilities will include: – Solving clients’ problems through: structuring analyses, applying analytical frameworks, and conceptualizing strategy development – Taking ownership of components of engagements and collaborating with team members to deliver thorough and well-structured reports – Leading work for junior members of the team and coaching them to deliver at high standards – Researching, aggregating and analysing data, synthesizing large quantities of information, and extracting meaningful insights to provide recommendations to our clients – Conducting complex analysis on excel and developing financial models – Supporting internal business development activities

    Requirements: Years of Experience: – Minimum of 3-4 years of relevant experience in a strategy consulting firm, private equity, investment fund, or other environments where similar skills have been developed – Exceptional analytical, commercial, operational and problem solving skills that will allow to understand the drivers of a business, analyse their data and use this to provide insight and advice to our clients – The ability to manage time, prioritise tasks, self-review your work and produce deliverables of high quality under tight client deadlines and in time pressured environments – Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills Language Skills: – Fluent in English and Arabic – The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East where the project dictates Education: – Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university with high scores (top 10% in class and/or above 3.6/4 CGPA): – MBA from top business school is preferred, though not essential

    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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    Internal Communications Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Internal Firm Services – OtherManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA member of the Marketing and Communications Team responsible for supporting the Internal Communication Lead in planning, liaising with different areas of the business and implementing communication activities for conveying the organisation’s internal messages. Support in the development of plans for internal communications, work with various business partners, draft content and drive initiative in the communications team.Primary duties and responsibilitiesFinancial- Adhere to the Internal Communication budget – Track spending against the budget Customer- Support in the development of internal communications plans – Lead in the execution of internal communications objectives and priorities – Liaise with business partners to ensure their priorities are being supported by internal communications channels – Support the internal communication agenda by understanding business context and editing and writing content for a variety of internal communications – Assist in preparing for  large internal meetings such as the  annual general partners meeting, employee town halls (annual visits to each office by leadership), etc.  – Lead in driving communications within the firm on key industry and proposition priorities – Drive consistency in communication style and language across all areas of the business – Lead and abide by the PwC brand, acting as an ambassador in the region and ensure that all internal communications are aligned to overall corporate brand identity – Work effectively with other parts of the Clients & Markets function   Internal Process- Develop communication plans and key promotional messages in consultation with the Internal Communication Lead – Prepare and draft the content for a variety of internal communications – Assist to ensure compliance of activities with project communication strategy – Lead in the development of a research programme to gather insight on the perceptions and attitudes of PwC internal target audience to develop effective communication programmes – Support in the development and evolution of internal communications channels – Ensure internal communication messages are consistent with external communication messages and marketing initiatives – Respond to feedback from staff and adjust communications content accordingly – Lead development of internal communications platform  and work closely with Internal Communications Lead to deliver on set targets   Learning & Growth- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Knowledge, skills, and abilitiesEducation- Ideally degree educated  Language- Fluency  in spoken and written English,  Arabic not required Overall Experience- 3+ years of experience in corporate communication   Specific Experience- Experience in a marketing function or communications role – Industry experience within the Middle East is preferred   Knowledge and Skills- Knowledge of the Professional Services Industry, including latest market developments, best practices and trends – Ability to multitask – Ability to compile and synthesize data – Good communication (verbal and written) skills – Excellent presentation and  report writing skills

    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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    Core Assurance – Senior Associate (Non FS) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in our Non Financial Services Audit practice, within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.Our team helps organisations navigate regulatory complexity while strengthening trust and transparency in their business. While many of the rules of business have changed, the fundamentals haven’t. You’ll work alongside senior members of the client’s management team in planning the audit process from beginning to end, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and fair presentation of our client’s information.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

    As a Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.- Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.- Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.- Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.- Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.- Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.- Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.- Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.- Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

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

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

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

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

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

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    Cyber Strategy Consultant, Senior Consultant to Senior Manager | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Cyber Strategy Consultant, Senior Consultant to Senior Manager, Jordan Resource HubAt EY, you will have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we are counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. The opportunity EY is on the lookout for Cyber Security Consultants – Strategy/Transformation (Senior Consultant, Assistant Manager, Manager, Senior Manager). This role will be based in our Jordan Resource Hub (Amman) and will require extensive travel to our MENA and GCC offices for client engagements. The role plays a key part in execution of strategic initiatives under Cybersecurity (CS) Priorities. The role executes (plan, design/development and deploy) strategic, complex cross-functional initiatives across the business. Expectation would be to develop execution plans, drive actions, resolve issues, identify dependencies, and manage stakeholders to produce intended results on initiatives and programs. Your key responsibilities – Lead, manage and execute large, strategic initiatives under CS Priorities portfolio, working with Leadership stakeholders. – Foster, develop and build high-impact relationships with decision makers/influencers within EY organization and with user stakeholders by understanding their evolving needs, expectations, perceptions, and key business imperatives. – Collaborate with reporting/business analytics function to evaluate business KPIs and generate insightful approaches to progress successful implementation of programs and initiatives. Support the business leader in understanding the program KPIs and user stakeholder KPIs. – Will be involved in developing business portfolio of strategic opportunities in the account-including identifying and closing new business to promote growth and boost revenue. – Guide and support various workstream leaders in developing respective workstream approaches, implementation plans and key success measures – Work with a diverse set of functional teams (Finance, IT, Risk, Communications, Talent etc..) – Navigate the program by coordinating various other business teams (service delivery teams) ensuring alignment with overall program objectives – Learn various systems (technological and others) within EY, and create expertise in the understanding of business so that execution can be effective and efficient – Provide strategic and impactful solutions to problems and challenges that may arise time to time

    Skills and attributes for success – Flair for troubleshooting operational issues and finding creative solutions to drive the program forward. – Excellent analytical skills to evaluate business issues/challenges with a view to supporting the right decision-making process. – Ability to use a strategic, solution-oriented approach to creating interest in the proposed program value proposition with senior level executives. – Should be able to conceptualize/visualize business solution and deliver customized presentation, business collaterals articulating progressive value proposition to the executive level audiences and follow up with the leaders. – Strategic thinker; ability to look at the bigger picture and who can partner with key stakeholders to drive the direction of the business. – Strong relationship management and team orientation skills; ability to lead, execute gravitas and influence others in a cross-functional environment. – Must possess excellent listening, oral, written, presentation, communication and negotiating skills. – Strong project management skills facilitating culturally diverse teams across service lines and functions. – Ability to function in a rapidly changing, heavily matrixed and often virtual environment. – Ability to prioritize, drive and adapt to change quickly in a fast-paced environment. – Culturally sensitive, capable of handling interactions with a global mindset. – A future thinking professional with the ability to lead strategic initiatives leveraging consulting skills, enabled by expertise in Project and Change Management. Qualifications – MBA, degree in computer science, computer engineer or cybersecurity relevant advanced degree from a top educational institution Experience- 3-5+ years for Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager – 5-7+ years for Manager – 10+ years for Senior Manager – Certification Requirements: CISA, CISM, CRISC, NIST, CISSP or equivalent What we look for – Ability to work and deliver as part of a world class team, and flexibility to take on impactful roles in multiple initiatives 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 Application Manager | Pinpoint HR

    Employment:

    Full Time

    1. Purpose:Responsible for implementing and optimizing all business technology applications; driving excellent operations including, but not limited to, MS Dynamics ERP, SalesForce, Master Data and POS applications across all channels and all markets.2. Business Impact: Ensuring the succesfull implementation and integration of applications with strong focus on growth by applying best of breed technology. Supporting the business with day to day use cases in order to optimize the performance. And to ensure that all stakeholders have a seamless experience with the objective to grow the business fast and to maximize the commercial opportunity.3. Interaction: • Report to the Head of Business Technology• Managing the Business Application Team• Work closely and have frequent contact with Software Developers, Implementation Partners, Clients (external)• Work closely and have frequent contact with brand Management Team, Sales, Accounting, Supply Chain, Marketing & Digital. (internal)4. Creativity:Managing and implementing the Business Applications, whilst continuously seeking for improvements and new opportunities by analyzing digital innovations and tools. Monitoring correct usage by all users of the systems. Must be eager to be the best in class and make that extra step in achieving excellence within the team and with digital initiatives. Able to integrate experience with ability to interpret and synthesize insightful findings using Business Technology insights and data, and implement strategy. The role is 70% functional and 30% technical driven.5. Result Area’s:• KPI-management: Key driver of digital. Management of Business Applications by creating and execution of annual plan. • Project-management: Create, coordinate, and manage a project from start to finish to improve and enhance digital processes including Dynamics ERP, Sales Force, Master Data.• Stakeholder management: Build up and have a good relationship and frequent contact internally with teams like ICT, Sales, Accounting, Supply Chain, Retail and Wholesale.• Team: Leading the Business Technology team: help, develop, coach, train and motivate employees.Coordinate larger operational processes such as implementations.• Business Technology Strategy: Proactively search for, work on, and implement improvements, chances and other opportunities that will help to improve usage and user experience. 6. Background: • Experience with Business Technology in a commercial organization• Experience within Retail, preferable beauty or luxury • Analytical and strong communication skills• Advanced in Excel, Dynamics BC, SalesForce and Master Data applications• Experienced Accounting back ground• Experienced with use cases such as B2B, B2C, Order2Cash, Procurement2Payment• People management skills, strong leader and team player• Analytical skills, Creative skills, Commercial insight, Assertiveness, Proactivity, Flexibility, Accuracy, Stress resistance7. Education level:At least Bachelor level8. Experience:At least 5 – 7 years of relevant experience in Business Technology, preferable in beauty or luxury retail and ecommerce.Position Purpose:Performs business analysis to define business requirements with users and is able to translate business requirements into deliverable solutions which improve the productivity of the organization. Leads the development and maintenance of the company production and warehouse management systems. Customizes and configures workflow to allow the integration of client/server applications. Serves as the expert in all aspects of designing and application development. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of concepts, best practices, and procedures related to the agriculture industry. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Provides consultation on complex projects and is a top-level contributor/specialist. Maintains databases, creates, and automates a variety of reports to further the objectives of the company.Primary Accountabilities and Responsibilities:• Design, develop, maintain and support in-house software applications written in .NET languages andframeworks This may include all aspects from requirements through implementation for small projects.• Responsible for company Web and Mobile development. Deep knowledge of standards-based HTML, CSS, JSON, and JavaScript. Develop custom SQL reporting by utilizing SSRS. Manage companywide reporting library and data models.• Develops and maintains internal and external Dynamics/Business Central software applications, participating in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) while also developing technical documentation, standards, and procedures. Larger projects may include detailed design, programming, testing and documentation.• Interface with users to answer questions, respond to requests and provide technical assistance and training as needed.• Capture, prioritize, and track development work • Analyze and manage data integrity by overseeing corporate SQL databases.• Design, build and maintain integration between Business Apps• Complete other analysis related tasks as assigned.Quantitative Data/Job DimensionsResponsible for maintaining:a. 3 “Business Critical” applications. The company’s Production System, Field System & Online System.b. Web portal.c. 10+ SQL databases.d. secondary custom .net and web applications.e. company reports utilizing SSRS.• Develop and maintain integrations with third-party applications utilizing SSIS, Web Services, and RFCs.• Must be available for after-hours support, especially during the seasonal harvest period.

    Requirements:• BS degree in Information Systems/Computer Science desired or equivalent work experience.• Five years of experience programing in VB.NET, C# and ASP.NET.• Develop enterprise grade solutions in Visual Studio• Microsoft Business Central or NAV experience preferred.• Understanding of ADO.NET, SOAP, WCF, and JSON.• Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, XML, JavaScript, jQuery• Understanding of cross-browser limitations and changes.• Mobile development experience (Windows Mobile & iOS)• MS SQL Server / T-SQL query implementation, database administration and optimization.• Practical database administration fundamentals• Ability to work with a variety of end users and manage stressful situations is essential.• Effective verbal and written communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.• Proficiency in the use of common office applications is required.• Previous experience in the retail industry a plus

    Established in 2008, Pinpoint HR is a talent management solutions provider offering executive human resource consulting and recruitment. Pinpoint HR specializes in providing exceptional consulting and advisory services on human capital to leading regional and international organizations.
    By combining the right people, structure, approach and access, we’ve made the search process work harder than ever before creating limit-less opportunities for our clients.

    Our Services
    Our clients not only choose us for the specialist approach, but also for the exceptional performance and service that we provide. This is dedicated to the team of talented consultants who understand their field and provide our clients the “best practice” in talent management solutions.

    Our Services Include:
    – Talent Acquisition & Executive Search
    • KPI’s & Reporting
    • Client Performance Reviews
    – Market Research
    – HR Consultancy Services
    – Training & Learning Solutions More

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    Cyber Security Engineer | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Charterhouse is working with a well-established technology company who is looking to hire a Cyber Security Engineer to join their expanding team. In this role you will work both independently and part of the Cyber Security Team based on site.As the Cyber Security Engineer you will perform all security monitoring to detect any possible cyber threats, investigate and utilize new technologies to enhance security capabilities and implement improvements. As part of your job you will be managing and configuring all network firewalls including Cisco FTD, Fortigate FW and Plato Alto. Duties include, developing cybersecurity systems, analysing current system vulnerabilities and handling all cyber-attacks in an efficient and effective manner.

    The successful candidate should hold a minimum of a bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology with 6 or more years working experience in a similar role. Only candidates with advanced certification such as GIAC, CCNP Security will be considered as this position is for Level 3 support. Fluent communication skills in English is mandatory for this position and strong IT skills and a deep understanding of cyber hack methodology is essential.As this is an urgent role, only candidates who are currently residing in Qatar with a valid QID and NOC will be considered.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    Manager, Cyber Transformation and Strategy | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    At EY, you will have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we are counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. The opportunity EY is on the lookout for Cyber Security Manager – Strategy & Transformation. This role will be based in Kuwait. The role plays a key part in execution of strategic initiatives under Cybersecurity (CS) Priorities. The role executes (plan, design/development and deploy) strategic, complex cross-functional initiatives across the business. Expectation would be to develop execution plans, drive actions, resolve issues, identify dependencies, and manage stakeholders to produce intended results on initiatives and programs. Your key responsibilities – Lead, manage and execute large, strategic initiatives under CS Priorities portfolio, working with Leadership stakeholders. – Foster, develop and build high-impact relationships with decision makers/influencers within EY organization and with user stakeholders by understanding their evolving needs, expectations, perceptions, and key business imperatives. – Collaborate with reporting/business analytics function to evaluate business KPIs and generate insightful approaches to progress successful implementation of programs and initiatives. Support the business leader in understanding the program KPIs and user stakeholder KPIs. – Will be involved in developing business portfolio of strategic opportunities in the account-including identifying and closing new business to promote growth and boost revenue. – Guide and support various workstream leaders in developing respective workstream approaches, implementation plans and key success measures – Work with a diverse set of functional teams (Finance, IT, Risk, Communications, Talent etc..) – Navigate the program by coordinating various other business teams (service delivery teams) ensuring alignment with overall program objectives – Learn various systems (technological and others) within EY, and create expertise in the understanding of business so that execution can be effective and efficient – Provide strategic and impactful solutions to problems and challenges that may arise time to time

    Skills and attributes for success – Flair for troubleshooting operational issues and finding creative solutions to drive the program forward. – Excellent analytical skills to evaluate business issues/challenges with a view to supporting the right decision-making process. – Ability to use a strategic, solution-oriented approach to creating interest in the proposed program value proposition with senior level executives. – Should be able to conceptualize/visualize business solution and deliver customized presentation, business collaterals articulating progressive value proposition to the executive level audiences and follow up with the leaders. – Strategic thinker; ability to look at the bigger picture and who can partner with key stakeholders to drive the direction of the business. – Strong relationship management and team orientation skills; ability to lead, execute gravitas and influence others in a cross-functional environment. – Must possess excellent listening, oral, written, presentation, communication and negotiating skills. – Strong project management skills facilitating culturally diverse teams across service lines and functions. – Ability to function in a rapidly changing, heavily matrixed and often virtual environment. – Ability to prioritize, drive and adapt to change quickly in a fast-paced environment. – Culturally sensitive, capable of handling interactions with a global mindset. – A future thinking professional with the ability to lead strategic initiatives leveraging consulting skills, enabled by expertise in Project and Change Management. Qualifications – MBA, degree in computer science, computer engineer or cybersecurity relevant advanced degree from a top educational institution Experience: – 5-7+ years for Manager – Certification Requirements: CISA, CISM, CRISC, NIST, CISSP or equivalent What we look for – Ability to work and deliver as part of a world class team, and flexibility to take on impactful roles in multiple initiatives 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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    SaT – Valuations and Business Modelling Manager | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Business Valuations Manager, you’ll help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. Our team of strategic advisors sits at the heart of a global Valuation & Modelling and Economics network of specialists who deliver high quality solutions on values creation through each phase of a decision-making support process. The opportunity EY has an established industry leading Valuation and Modelling and Economics practice. We advise our clients in addressing their strategic planning, transaction and non-transaction related decision-making process including strategic planning, identification and assessment of value creation financial reporting, market valuation for transactional purpose etc. You’ll 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 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. Your key responsibilities – As a Manager within Valuation, Modelling and Economics team, you are likely to spend your day-to-day working on commercial issues, working with management on parts of the acquisition process or transformation plans and regularly undertake valuations for strategic priorities. Skills and attributes for success – Strategic – you will help clients identifying source of value creation and quantifying it. You will need to have a solution-oriented mind-set to act as a truly Corporate Finance advisor to leverage on EY capabilities and assist clients in solving their issues and unlocking potential for value growth. – Commercial – as part of the team you will regularly advise businesses on valuations issues with regards to acquisition, divestitures or restructuring and provide fairness opinions on transactions and restructurings; – Regulatory and Accounting -you will work with management as part of an acquisition process to understand how the value of acquired intangible and financial assets will impact accounting requirements, provide fair value opinion for financial reporting purpose;

    To qualify for the role you must have – A bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting or business and at least 6 years of related business valuation work experience; or a graduate degree and at least 3 to 5 years of related work experience. – Solution driven individual and “out-of-comfort” zone thinker with demonstrated record of solving complex problems and completing challenging projects – Autonomous with demonstrated experience in handling and developing clients’ relationship, proactive in reporting to Director/Partner – Previous business valuation, capital allocation, portfolio optimization experience – Financial modelling skills including experience building models from scratch.- Broad understanding of IFRS standards related to fair value measurements, business combination, impairment testing etc. Ideally, you’ll also have – Previous valuation experience in professional services/Big 4 Firm – Previous experience in coaching teams of junior and senior staff – Financial modelling experience – Achievement of or significant progress towards a CFA; What we look for We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for valuations and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients goals. 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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