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    UH, Network & Info Security | United Arab Emirates University (UAEU)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Network Operations Manager directs and manages all aspects of the network & security operations life cycle across the UAEU data centers. Provide overall network and security technical operations team leadership, while maintaining a deep technical understanding of network, telecom and security infrastructure. – Manage and develop a team of network/security engineers and vendors to manage, monitor, and troubleshoot the UAEU network and security infrastructure 24×7 in a manner that meets UAEU’s educational, research and administrative service level commitments provided ongoing technical and leadership expertise including growth and scalability requirements- Diagnosis, escalation, tracking, and resolution of complex incidents in line with industry problem management practices. Lead and manage recovery efforts, as necessary, including effectively escalating incidents and problems internally and externally – Drive continuous improvement efforts through new/enhanced processes, systems, tools and technology to streamline, improve, and extend the quality of services- Leads the design, implementation, operation and maintenance of the Information Security Management System based on the ISO/IEC 27000 series standards, including certification against ISO/IEC 27001 where applicable- Leads or suitable information security awareness activities- Monitor and exercise adequate controls over the network to maintain/exceed service level agreements , including ensuring that all network related services and infrastructures are within the Security and Audit guidelines set by UAE IT Governance- Lead, mentor, coach, and develop a team of network and security operations engineers that take ownership and accountability for delivering service excellence- Collaborate with Architecture/Engineering team to design, develop, implement, and improve network services overall- Provide project guidance and oversight on all operational data & security network related initiatives- Develop and maintain quality configuration management practices and procedures- Generates, develops and distributes statistical reports for upper management- Near and long term planning of targeted and broad objective setting activities in support of the regional network and security infrastructure.- Participate in the development of and occasionally supervise disaster recovery planning and testing efforts- Lead career development and annual process activities for team members- Assist in evaluation of products and services to create value in supporting the operational aspects of the network infrastructures- Responsible to adhere with all information security policies and procedures of the University.- Other duties as assigned

    Minimum Qualification- Bachelor degree required in Computer Engineering/Information Technology.- One or more of the following certifications- CISM, CISA CISSP, CCNP, ITIL, highly desired- 5-7 years of network and security operations experience, – Minimum 3 years supervisory experiencePreferred Qualification- Knowledge of IP routing, VoIP communications, high speed and secured data services, video communication networks.- Strong people leadership, motivational, management and coaching skills- Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks- Excellent oral and written communication skills- Technical writing skills required for documentation reviews – Strong interpersonal skills- Strong analytical skills- Knowledge of network/security related communications and the telecommunications industries

    Founded in 1976 by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, UAEU is a comprehensive, research-intensive university enrolling about 14,000 Emirati and international students. As the UAE’s flagship university, UAEU offers a full range of accredited, high-quality graduate and undergraduate programs through nine Colleges: Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Food and Agriculture; Humanities and Social Sciences; IT; Law; Medicine and Health Sciences; and Science. With a distinguished international faculty, state-of-the art new campus, and full range of student support services, UAEU offers a living-learning environment that is unmatched in the UAE.

    As a research-intensive university of international stature, UAEU works with its partners in industry to provide research solutions to challenges faced by the nation, the region, and the world. The University has established research centers of strategic importance to the country and the region which are advancing knowledge in critical areas ranging from water resources to cancer treatments. UAEU is currently ranked the number one research university in the GCC, number two in the Arab World, and #370 globally.

    UAEU’s academic programs have been developed in partnership with employers, so our graduates are in high demand. UAEU alumni hold key positions in industry, commerce, and government throughout the region. Our continuing investments in facilities, services, and staff ensure that UAEU will continue to serve as a model of innovation and excellence. More

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    Assistant Manager / Manager – Cyber Operational Technology (OT) | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    EY is looking for an experienced and passionate Cyber OT (Operational Technologies), Industrial Control Systems (ICS) security and / or IoT capable individual to join a world leading practice focused on protecting mission critical systems and national critical infrastructures. This role is a critical part of an operational service to our clients, to protect some of the world’s leading organizations from Cyber threats that span more than just Information Technology. The candidate is expected to possess strong knowledge and skills on OT/ICS security, with a commitment to continue their technical and consulting skill. As a consulting Assistant Manager / Manager in Cyber security , you will support in executing client engagements successfully, provide professional and trusted advice, as well as identify opportunities for further improvement and support of the client security posture. Drawing on your skills and experience, you will contribute to creating innovative insights for clients, adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs, and contribute to thought leadership. In addition, you will support the packaging of overall project findings into clear, concise, high-quality work products. As a Consulting Manager , you will work to build, manage, and motivate high-performing teams, which will gradually increase in size and complexity. Self-motivation, as well as being a source of inspiration and motivation to your colleagues is a vital skill as team member. Periodically, you will be expected to increase your professional and technical knowledge, as well as contributing back to the common body of knowledge via participating in events, panels, and industry discussions. You will be regularly contributing and participating in authoring and developing studies, point of view documents, and industry articles under the guidance of the firms Partners and Directors. Your roles as a subject matter resource for OT/ICS Cyber Security will contribute to the development of EY’s Cyber Security Strategy services. The opportunity At EY we have ambitious plans to continue to expand our already market leading Cybersecurity practice. With investment secured, we continue to build our MENA based cyber practice and anticipate continued growth throughout the next five years. We need excellent people, across all grades, to join us and to be part of our exciting growth strategy . EY is looking for a consulting Manager, Operational Technologies (OT) to join our Cyber Security team in Jordan Resource Hub . While the role will be based in Amman, you will be expected to travel extensively for client related travel to GCC and other parts of MENA region, and possibly globally (50-80%). Your key responsibilities A large part of your role will be engagement delivery and provide support to executives for business development. We will expect you to lead and deliver cybersecurity engagements with supervision. We also expect you to support executives in development of proposals, presentations, and other business development activities. You will be responsible for the delivery and quality of the final reports to our clients. You will have responsibility for. – 5 years+ of experience in Information security and OT/ICS cyber security preferably within the Oil and Gas, Power and Utilities Sectors with subject matter expertise: – Solid Knowledge of the OT and ICS security domain – Solid experience in ICS/OT products and technologies, hardware and software including, but not limited to Honeywell, GE, Siemens and ABB product families and platforms – Strong understanding of the complex and sensitive nature of ICS/SCADA environments – Capable of Evaluating the cyber risks to SCADA, DCS, Smart Grids, DMS, and ECS systems architectures – Solid understanding of the relevant industries production processes and operational procedures – Solid knowledge of Industrial networking protocols. – In depth endpoint OS and Server OS knowledge – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills – Knowledge of OT Capable SIEM, security events logging and monitoring technologies and platforms – Experience in deploying of unidirectional firewalls, host-based firewalls, Anti-Malware, HIDS in plant and operational environments – Awareness of Network monitoring technology platforms – Awareness of End point protection tools, hardening techniques, and platforms – Solid understanding of applicable best practices and security standards such as NERC-CIP, ISA99 (IEC 62443), NIST 800-82. – Internationally recognized technical certifications in relevant areas – Good understanding of plant Process systems, plant safety and plant integrity systems and solutions.

    Skills and attributes for success An existing track record of successful engagement delivery in of cyber security consulting engagement is expected of all candidates for this role. Prior experience with leading global consulting firms will support your applicable. A broad background across OT and security is expected with specific experience in two or more of the following areas, essential. – Demonstrated experience in business development and account management – Cyber awareness programs, design, and delivery of cyber security awareness programs to executive level or wider organization – Excellent command in written and spoken English – Experience in managing professional service project teams Qualifications – Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical engineering, mechatronics or similar specialization in the electronics, PLC, wireless (radio), networking, and/or ICS technology field – Relevant professional qualifications such as CISSP, GICSP, ISA99, ISO 27001, CCSA, CCSE, CCSP, EC-Council Ethical Hacker. What we look for You will need to be highly motivated, a self-starter and a strong communicator with the ability and experience to discuss technical content in business language to board level. You will also need to be a team player who is not only looking to enhance their own career but recognizes the value in developing others and strengthening the team. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Academic Excellence: EY will fully sponsor a triply accredited Technology MBA from the University of Hult via the EY Badges Program, to all our people at EY, at no cost to you. – Success as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You will 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, we encourage you to submit your application. 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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    Security Systems Engineer | Excelsior Group ME

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Position: Security Systems EngineerSalary: up to 5,000 AED plus company carLocation: Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab EmiratesJob Type: Full TimeAbout the companyThe hiring company is security solutions company with head office situated in the UK.Job Description.• Routine Maintenance / Planned Preventative Maintenance as scheduled by the line manager.• Inspect and clean the respective equipment to be maintained i.e., Cameras, DVR/ NVR, Switch’s and Perimeter Detection Systems (PIDs) following the maintenance SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) as per the design specifications, drawings and advance maintenance report.• Identify and when approved, repair faults found on maintenance visits.• Installation and commissioning of high-level security system hardware.• Commissioning and testing of security systems.• Installation and commissioning of software and networking systems.• Report daily to the line manager.• Submit timely working records, expenses and vehicle mileage sheets when requested.• Work on the installation and commissioning of special projects as and when assigned.

    Salary:
    AED
    3,500 to 5,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.
    Additional benefits: company car

    Qualifications:• You will be experienced and enthusiastic team member. (essential)• 5 or more year’s work experience as a security system engineer or related position. (essential)• Good verbal and written skills. (essential)• Ability to work on their own and use initiative. (essential)• Knowledge of security systems including identifying and carrying out work on anti-virus applications, firewalls, authentication systems and intruder detection notification systems. (essential)• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. (essential)• Proficient in using a laptop to remote access client’s sites to first line troubleshoot. (essential)• Proficient in AutoCAD or a related drawing package (desired).• Troubleshooting network and software issues (desired).• Valid UAE driving license (essential).

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

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

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    Receptionist and Admin Assistant | Gulf Target Holdings

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Greet clients and visitors with a positive, helpful attitude.• Assisting the HR Department and liaising with potential candidates for arranging and scheduling interviews.• Assisting with a variety of administrative tasks.• Preparing meeting and training rooms.• Answering phones in a professional manner, and routing calls as necessary.• Assisting colleagues with administrative tasks.• Performing ad-hoc administrative duties.• Answering, forwarding, and screening phone calls.• Provide excellent customer service.• Scheduling appointments.• Receptionist Requirements:• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field.• Prior experience as a receptionist or in a related field.• Consistent, professional dress, and manner.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.• Good time management skills.• Experience with administrative and clerical procedures.• Able to contribute positively as part of a team, helping out with various tasks as required.

    • Greet clients and visitors with a positive, helpful attitude.• Assisting the HR Department and liaising with potential candidates for arranging and scheduling interviews.• Assisting with a variety of administrative tasks• Preparing meeting and training rooms.• Answering phones in a professional manner, and routing calls as necessary.• Assisting colleagues with administrative tasks.• Performing ad-hoc administrative duties.• Answering, forwarding, and screening phone calls.• Provide excellent customer service.• Scheduling appointments.• Receptionist Requirements:• Prior experience as a receptionist or in a related field.• Consistent, professional dress, and manner.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.• Good time management skills.• Experience with administrative and clerical procedures.• Able to contribute positively as part of a team, helping out with various tasks as required.

    Gulf Target Holdings LLC is a private group of companies.

    The group was established in 1977, operates through its head office in Dubai and branches throughout Emirates. Gulf Target business interest is diversified and comprises of the following:

    Investment
    Finance & Banking
    Legal Consultancy
    Real Estate (Managing Family Properties)

    Underlying strength of Gulf Targets achievements is an unshakable commitment from the management team backed by sound financial background to achieve company’s ambition to be one of the fastest growing company in UAE. More

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    TLS – Indirect Tax – Project Manager (PMO) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismVAT/GSTManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Project Management practice, within Project Portfolio Management services, will provide you with the opportunity to help organisations balance long term strategies and short term imperatives to optimise their investments and strategic activity required to achieve the organisation’s business objectives. We help enhance organisations project and programme performance by identifying alternative project approaches, consistently aligning projects with corporate strategy, setting the tone and pace of programmes from the outset, responding quickly and effectively to crisis situations, and extracting value from agile programme delivery.As part of our team, you’ll help our clients set the tone, pace, and point projects in the right direction from the outset. You’ll help companies manage their projects by providing guidance, methodology, and tools needed to successfully complete a project lifecycle.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 Manager, 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:- Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.- Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.- Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.- Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.- Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.- Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm’s/client’s expectations.- Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.- Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.- Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.- Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Preferred skills- PMP Certified Minimum years experience required- 8 Years

    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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    Working Capital and Liquidity Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Deals, Business Restructuring Services – Working Capital and Liquidity – Manager – DubaiLine of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismDealsManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryWho we’re looking forWe are currently growing our Working Capital optimisation team and are looking for experienced hires to join us (4 to 5 years’ experience with a minimum of 2-3 years hands on working capital experience). Practical experience of managing improvement projects covering at least one of Payables, Receivables or Inventory processes is a must.  We are looking for people who are passionate about what they do and are able to transfer their knowledge, skills and enthusiasm to help develop the wider team.  Our approach typically involves working closely with clients to diagnose the key issues then develop a sustainable solution and implement it, usually under tight time constraints. A key focus on any assignment is transferring skills and knowledge to clients so that the solution is embedded and owned by them.   We work across a range of situations, including financially stressed/distressed, turnaround situations that require a rapid focus on cash and working capital efficiency or more performance improvement situations where we work on embedding change into the culture of the client as well as across its processes.  Dubai is the base location, although there may be a business need to work at client sites across the ME. About the roleWe’re looking for an experienced Manager to join the team in Dubai. You would be expected to focus mainly on the working capital improvement areas that match your previous experience and expertise, but would be expected to work on other projects including but not limited to cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, turnaround, operational restructuring. A typical assignment may include some or all of the following: – Review of working capital cycles in a business, and (often rapid) diagnostic of key issues and areas for concern – Rapidly understand key business processes and working capital requirements – Financial analysis of opportunities for working capital reduction, within context of commercial requirements of business – Development of practical action plans to address working capital opportunities – Working alongside management to implement and support project plans – Post implementation reviews and monitoring of working capital performance improvement – Assessment of capabilities of operational and management teams within an organisation and identification of skill gaps – Tracking and evaluation of working capital performance – Preparation of presentations and/or reports to key stakeholders (e.g. Board level/management)  – Active contribution to the teams marketing efforts (both internal and external) is expected and encouraged. This ranges from preparing marketing material through to organising marketing events or joining one of the internal channels to take our message to other parts of the firm – Company, sector and market research and analysis using a wide variety of information sources

    Requirements- An excellent academic record, educated to at least bachelor degree level – Sound financial analysis skills – Strong commercial awareness and business analysis skills – Strong interpersonal skills and comfortable communicating with all levels  – Experience of managing working capital improvement / cost reduction/ cash flow forecasting programmes in either public or private sector  – Experience of a range of sectors or specific expertise in a broad market sector – Preferably previous experience in or exposure to complex stakeholder environments (with stakeholders such as Purchasing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Credit Control, etc) – Ability to manage and motivate others, where required in the role  – Flexibility in terms of diverse industries and role  – Willingness to participate in marketing and business development, demonstrating a proactive approach to the marketplace – Proven project and time management skills – Ability to work to tight deadlines in a pressurized working environment – Excellent verbal and written English  – Other languages beneficial (but not necessary)

    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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    Software Engineer – SDE I, ECCF TECH | Amazon.ae

    Employment:

    Full Time

    DESCRIPTION The Amazon Middle East and North Africa team is looking for a Software Development Engineer who is passionate about building great products for our customers. The SDE-I will be based in Amman, Jordan and should have earned a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree within the last six months or be on track to earn their Bachelor’s or Master’s degree prior to the role start date.KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES• Collaborate with experienced cross-disciplinary Amazonians to conceive, design, and bring to market innovative products and services.• Design and build innovative technologies in a large distributed computing environment and help lead fundamental changes in the industry.• Create solutions to run predictions on distributed systems with exposure to innovative technologies at incredible scale and speed.• Build distributed storage, index, and query systems that are scalable, fault-tolerant, low cost, and easy to manage/use.• Ability to design and code the right solutions starting with broadly defined problems.• Work in an agile environment to deliver high quality software.Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. For an update on your status, or to confirm your application was submitted successfully, please login to your candidate portal. Please note that Amazon works with a high volume of applicants. We appreciate your patience as we review applications for future Amazonians!

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • Graduated less than six months ago or about to complete a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields at time of application• Although no specific programming language is required you should be familiar with the syntax of languages such as Java, C/C++, or Python• Knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals such as object-oriented design, algorithm design, data structures, problem solving and complexity analysisPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Previous technical internship(s)• Experience with distributed, multi-tiered systems, algorithms, and relational databases• Experience in optimization mathematics such as linear programming and nonlinear optimization• Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions• Adept at handling ambiguous or undefined problems as well as ability to think abstractly

    Amazon.ae, formerly Souq.com, is an English-Arabic language e-commerce platform, owned by Amazon, Inc. It is the largest e-commerce platform in the Arab world. On March 28, 2017, Amazon.com Inc. confirmed it would be acquiring Souq.com for $580 million. On May 1, 2019, Souq.com became known as Amazon.ae. More

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    Indirect Taxes – Tax Disputes Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Indirect Taxes – Tax Disputes Manager (VAT and Excise Tax) – DubaiLine of ServiceTaxSpecialismVAT/GSTManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Middle East Indirect Tax practice, based in Dubai, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients with preventing, managing and resolving tax disputes with the tax authorities. The PwC team has extensive experience working with tax authorities in the region and globally, with a thorough understanding of tax audit approach, tax assessment methodology and penalty regime application. Our team helps clients through the various interactions with the tax authorities, from the preliminary stages of filing a tax clarification request, during a tax audit and up to filing an objection or appeal. You’ll support our clients with all aspects of audit readiness, voluntary disclosure and clarifications requests, assistance during tax audit and formalities of drafting and submitting a reconsideration and appeal letters to the relevant authorities.Please apply if the above required Job Requirements are satisfied.  Role Main Responsibilities:This role supports the wider tax function within the indirect tax business unit, along with large-scale, cross-functional business process reviews. In this regard, successful candidates must be able to demonstrate professional experience and/or a proven record of success with regards to the following: – Advanced knowledge about the tax litigation system and underlying procedures in the GCC, mainly the UAE. – Developed understanding of the UAE tax administrative penalties and application in different scenarios. – Guiding clients to understand their rights, available options for tax litigation and the processes involved for the resolution of their disputes. – Supporting clients to proactively manage their tax controversy in the most efficient manner and guide them through complex tax audits conducted until the tax audit closure.  – Assisting clients throughout the appeal process from preparing reconsideration/waiver letters to the tax authorities and appeals to Committees and Courts, both in Arabic and English. – Hands on experience dealing with legal counsels and coordinating with them throughout the appeal process with Committees and Courts.  – Advising clients on the tax controversy service offerings and ability to develop client relationships and driving new business opportunities. – Possessing business knowledge and effective ways on managing tax litigation and controversy, creating values for clients. – Providing high quality service deliverables while maintaining budgetary and time constraints. General Role Responsibilities:- Strong analytical skills. – Interpersonal and team working skills. – Demonstrable relationship building skills. – Familiar with digital automation and transformation tools. – Ability to operate with a mindset that transcends cultural boundaries. – Ability to train junior staff members promoting a learning culture. – Be part of and contribute to the engaging working environment. At PwCAs a Manager in our regional team, 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: – Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team. – Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations. – Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels. – Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail. – Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realizes they are required. – Contribute technical knowledge in the area of specialism. – Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart. – Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements. – Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust. – Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Job requirements: – 5-6 years experience in indirect taxes (VAT and Excise Tax) with a reputable tax consultancy firm (preferably Big4). – Specialist knowledge and experience with tax disputes and litigations is a must. – Arabic fluency is a must. – Regional GCC VAT experience is a plus.

    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