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    Senior Consultant to Director, Transformation Architecture | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Senior Consultant to Director, Transformation Architecture, Business ConsultingAs a Transformation Architecture Consultant in Transformation Architecture, you will be part of the team that helps clients solve enterprise-wide strategic, organizational, and operational issues by architecting solutions for complex problems. The focus activities would be related translating strategy, redesigning operating models, transforming the operations and processes, and improving overall business performance. You will be expected to define problems and hypothesize solutions, facilitate client discussions, and present proposed improvements, perform qualitative and quantitative research for analytical purpose and consolidate different findings to support implementation activities. Our consultants work expands beyond client work, as you would be expected to support on business development activities, proposal writing and knowledge building activities.At EY, we believe your career is a journey and we are committed to providing an array of exciting opportunities to help you find the career path that is right for you. The OpportunityEY is looking for Transformation Architecture Consultants to join our expanding Business Consulting team in Riyadh . We are looking for consultants to join us at various grades (Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager/Manager/Senior Manager/Director). For Senior Manager and Directors, sector experience in Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction (RHC), and Government & Public Sector (GPS) is highly preferable. Your responsibilities- Growth Strategy – assisting the client with developing a long-range, multi-year view of growth options and strategic recommendations. – Strategic Planning – assist in designing a sustainable process and tools for a client to run effective strategic, long-range, and initiative investment planning processes. – Enterprise cost reduction and operating model design – assisting the client to reduce costs across the enterprise, and to change the structure, governance, and metrics of the enterprise. – Value driver-based decision support – assisting the client to identify drivers of enterprise value, and translate those drivers into planning, reporting and decision support frameworks to support strategic and operational decision-making.

    Skills and attributes for success- Degree in Business Management or other related fields. – Overall Experience: – 3-5 years for Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager – 6-8 years for Manager – 8-10 years for Senior Manager – 12+ years for Director – Consulting experience in areas such as new business launch, business model innovation, enterprise operating model design & sector aligned Transformation Architecture experience is a must. – For Senior Manager and Directors, sector experience in Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction (RHC) , and Government & Public Sector (GPS) is highly preferable. – Individuals with post-graduate degrees and / or professional qualifications are encouraged to apply. – A team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills. – Proactive, dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure. – Good command of spoken and written English. – Good analytical, report-writing and presentation skills. – Strong drive to excel professionally. – Strong leadership qualities and a good record of extra-curricular activities. – Past relevant trainee/internship experiences. What we look for What’s most important is that you’re dedicated to working with your colleagues as part of a high-performing team. You’ll need to thrive in picking up new skills as you go, so natural curiosity, a lot of questions and the confidence to speak up when you see something that could be improved are essential. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is 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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    Clinical Healthcare Planner (Senior) | VAMED Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tasks and responsibilitiesMarket Research and Benchmarking• Initiation, coordination, and analysis of market research, • Assist in feasibility studies and market penetration studies with external consultants, complete data analysis and develop reports. • Identify the regulatory and authorities requirements together with Design Development Manager• Provide and regular update of the database with relevant data and benchmarks.Facility Planning• Conduct analyses of space utilization, determine space requirements for expanding, and create solutions to meet evolving space needs together with the Design Development Manager.Service Planning• Macro Planning (health system/ facility master plans) and Micro Planning (Inpatient and Ambulatory Departmental Development). • Responsible for reviewing and coordinating the architectural floor plans, interior elevations of clinical spaces, and equipment plans together with Design Development Manager.• Prepare Medical and Operational Brief for health facilities with the input from the Design Development Manager, adhering to local bylaws and regulations.• Assisting with the preparation of concept paper / internal documents including reports, summaries, and presentations for investment decisions and organize approval process.Equipment and IT Planning• Coordinate and review with multidisciplinary team equipment based on the planned services• Coordinate and review with multidisciplinary team IT Systems based on the planned services

    Qualifications: • Master Degree in Medicine, or other healthcare related field. A postgraduate degree in Business Administration is a plus.• Experience: At least 10 years’ experience in healthcare facility planning and commissioning. Good understanding of healthcare operations, business optimization and related processes. • Skills and knowledge: Good understanding of the international healthcare environment and healthcare project development. In-depth knowledge of local healthcare regulations and bylaws. Experience and in depth knowledge about Hospital Information System requirements and functionalities. Knowledge about local insurance systems and related coding, such as:• Current Procedure Terminology (CPT)• Diagnosis Related grouping (DRG)• Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) • Foreign language(s): Fluent in English, knowledge of Arabic is a plus.

    Ever since its founding, the VAMED group has understood health to be a global, sustainable and holistic asset. VAMED may refer to a record of international success in all healthcare areas – prevention, acute care, rehabilitation, and nursing.

    VAMED’s international portfolio comprises the entire value chain from project development via the planning and construction of a healthcare facility, to highly specialized commercial, infrastructure, and technical services.

    The VAMED range of services is both wide and deep and, together with VAMED’s value chain, forms our USP that has made VAMED a leading healthcare provider with a global reach. More

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    Policy Administrator | Adecco

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Position – Policy AdministratorJob Location – LebanonExperience – 4 to 15 yearsShould be in Lebanon at presentPolicy Administrators operate in advisory roles and are concerned with the guiding rules and principles of insurances. Reviewing, developing and implementing policies and strategies for their assigned area is their main goal.

    Salary:
    USD
    800 to 1,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Experience – 4 to 15 yearsShould be in Lebanon at presentShould have insurance knowledge and experienceShould have policy administration knowledge and experience

    The Adecco Group is the world’s leading talent advisory and solutions company. We proudly make a difference in the working lives of 3.5 million people every year. Our culture is entrepreneurial and inclusive, and we are united by our passion for making a difference in the world of work. We work with over 100,000 organizations in 60 countries, enabling their success. We have 35,000 people working with us across more than 60 countries and territories.

    Adecco has been rapidly growing in the Middle East since 2008, developing a substantial footprint throughout the region. We work across 250 different clients, Adecco has more than 62 full time employees, working in 4 offices, servicing all countries across the GCC region. We offer Temporary Staffing, Permanent Placement, Executive Search, Assessments, Visa And Payroll, Outsourcing, PRO Solutions customised as per client requirements. Adecco Middle East Head Office is based in Dubai with a branch at Abu Dhabi. More

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    Business Development Manager | VAMED Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tasks and ResponsibilitiesFinancial Engineering and Project Origination• Pre-assessment of project ideas,• Design and preparation of business plans,• Build, audit and maintain comprehensive financial models based on inputs provided by Functional Planning and Clinical Planning for greenfield and brownfield developments, acquisitions, divestments, and stake sales incorporating applicable accounting and taxation policies for the applicable geographies, • Conduct financial analyses, optimization and business valuation,• Lead business case development, drive accuracy of project modeling, accuracy of economic results and expected investment returns for senior management decision making process,• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analysis,• Collaborate with internal and external legal, tax, financial and environmental consultants,• Initiate and/or conduct tax and accounting due diligence, market analysis and financial forecasts. • Screen, contact and maintain access to potential project partners,• Assist in the preparation of project greenlight presentations, concept papers, Project Development Service Agreement Documentation and information memoranda for investors and banks,• Assist in the creation and negotiating of the project documentation in cooperation with related functions in VCMC and central functions of VAMED (e.g. IPD, Legal, ISF, etc),• Analyze, structure and support financing of projects by local and international financial institutions in close alignment with central functions of VAMED (e.g. IPD, Legal, ISF, etc),• Lead the preparation and regular update of project databases that include information and benchmarks of all projects under VCMC responsibility. Prepare • Assisting in preparation of project concepts that can be implemented in different locations under VCMC responsibility.Initiation and coordination of the preparation of concept paper / internal documents including reports, summaries, and presentations for investment decisions and organize approval process.?Project Implementation and MonitoringMonitoring and reporting activities about existing projects (including pipeline projects) includes,• Project activities, • Schedule progress, • Monitoring of financial model with realized/actual figures,• Key investment ratios,• Critical success factors and performance.Providing senior oversight on research of current economic environment, market regulations and market outlook,Providing financial analyses and financial structuring optimizations for existing operations in the region,Management Responsibilities• Personnel management and instruction reporting to this position,• Coordination of tasks and responsibilities of employees reporting to this position,• Support and motivation incl. annual performance review of employees reporting to this position• Planning of resources and staff requirements in coordination with the Managing Directors

    Qualifications & Skills:-• Qualification: Master Degree in Business Administration or Economics. A postgraduate degree in is highly desirable.• Experience: At least 10 years’ experience in healthcare and/or infrastructure investments in private and public (PPP) sector projects. High level competency in investment transaction, business optimization and financial modelling. • Skills and knowledge: Good understanding of the international healthcare environment and project development. Good financial modelling and business optimization skills. Experience and in-depth knowledge in cross border PPP healthcare transactions and private sector healthcare investment projects. Knowledge of project finance transaction execution and documentation. Experience of working in a large financial institution, advisory firm or engineering company dealing with healthcare infrastructure. Proficient with return on investment analysis (IRR, NPV, LTV/CAC, etc.). Strong project management, coordination and team management skills.• Foreign language(s): Fluent in English, fluency in another language is a plus.

    Ever since its founding, the VAMED group has understood health to be a global, sustainable and holistic asset. VAMED may refer to a record of international success in all healthcare areas – prevention, acute care, rehabilitation, and nursing.

    VAMED’s international portfolio comprises the entire value chain from project development via the planning and construction of a healthcare facility, to highly specialized commercial, infrastructure, and technical services.

    The VAMED range of services is both wide and deep and, together with VAMED’s value chain, forms our USP that has made VAMED a leading healthcare provider with a global reach. More

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    Personal Assistant | A Leading Company In UAE

    Employment:

    Full Time

    An international family office is looking for a bilingual (English/ Russian) full-time Personal Assistant (PA) to power up its new office located in JLT in Dubai, UAE.This is a blended role that includes a mix of PA and Office Manager duties, so please read carefully and please do not hesitate to get in touch in case of any questions.Responsibilities• Planning and assistance of family office members’ day-to-day activities in Dubai• Calendar management, meetings, and travel planning and management• Secretarial and administrative duties in the office• Office management including maintenance and upkeep of office equipment and furniture• Coordination of office work and liaison with colleagues• Handling of the daily internal and external communication and correspondence

    • Fluency in English and Russian is a must (fluency in Arabic is a strong plus)• Flexibility and adaptability to dynamic working environment• Exceptional communication, organizational, and time-management skills• Promptness and impeccable executions skills• Ability to follow instructions clearly and accurately within a timely fashion• Proactivity and ability to deliver results• Strong knowledge of the office suite programs and above average IT skills• 3+ years of experience in a similar position or a comparable position in the hospitality/ luxury retail sector is a strong plus

    A leading company in UAE. More

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    Financial Analyst | VAMED Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Target• Structure and analyze business plan and financial models,• Assist and support project origination,• Monitor projects.• Market intelligenceMain Tasks and ResponsibilitiesFinancial Analysis:• Build financial models using historical data and provide forecasts based on various industry-related operating metrics,• Conduct scenario analysis based on macro- and microeconomic factors in order to assess risks and chances.• Ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting of allocated portfolios and develop new transaction models and enhance the existing tools.• Identify key financial and non-financial risks, recommend actions for mitigation.• Assess the economic standing of potential project partners. • Conduct research activities covering inter alia markets, healthcare sectors, market participants and market dynamics.Business Origination:• Assist in the (pre)assessment of project opportunities.• Conduct financial analyses, optimizations and business valuations,• Assist and/or conduct the development of business cases, secure accuracy of financial forecasts including economic results and expected investment returns as basis for senior management • Conduct scenario and sensitivity analysis,• Assist in the preparation of project greenlight presentations, concept papers and information memoranda for investors and banks,• Assist in the preparation and update of a project database including information and benchmark data of all projects under VCMC’s responsibility.Project MonitoringMonitoring and reporting activities about existing projects includes,• Project activities, • Schedule progress, • Monitoring of financial model with realized/actual figures,• Key investment ratios,• Critical success factors and performance.Conducting research of current economic environment, market regulations and market outlook in the region.

    Salary:
    AED
    32,000 to 37,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.
    Additional benefits: Medical insurance, Annual ticket

    Required Skills• Qualification: Master Degree in Business Administration or Economics. • Experience: Multi-year experience in a comparable (junior) position in banking, advisory, accounting, M&A and similar sectors in an international environment. A healthcare background and/or experience with project finance transactions including PPP structures is a plus. • Skills and knowledge: Excellent analytical skills, with a focus on financial modelling and business optimization. Knowledge of project finance structures including documentation and transaction execution. Proficient with market standard return on investment analysis (IRR, NPV, LTV/CAC, etc.). Foreign language(s): Fluent in English, fluency in another language is a plus.

    Ever since its founding, the VAMED group has understood health to be a global, sustainable and holistic asset. VAMED may refer to a record of international success in all healthcare areas – prevention, acute care, rehabilitation, and nursing.

    VAMED’s international portfolio comprises the entire value chain from project development via the planning and construction of a healthcare facility, to highly specialized commercial, infrastructure, and technical services.

    The VAMED range of services is both wide and deep and, together with VAMED’s value chain, forms our USP that has made VAMED a leading healthcare provider with a global reach. More

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    Director | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The RoleBeing an important part of the sales side for Non-Banking Financial Institutions globally, delivering agreed sales and revenue targets across Global Markets along with identifying and cultivating cross-sell opportunities within the areas and geographies prescribed to build long term relationships.* Increasing cross-border implementation, adoption of best practices across geographies* Driving a results orientated transparent global performance culture* Mentoring and developing team members across GM Sales* Originating transactions on the Structured side and contributing to the FI team’s through flow products;* Deepening client engagement expanding the number of clients globally in order for us to grow the NBFI segment holistically, plus diversifying the client base especially for the liquidity drive of the bank with Official Institutions, including SWFsThe Candidate* Capability to work on structured deals : Novation’s, Structured Products, Financing (Repo, TRS, Repo to Maturity) deals across all Asset Class* Seeks to promote the bank’s strategic global brand v/s a network of influential contacts in many different spheres of the bank’s activities* Takes personal responsibility for driving the bank’s success demonstrating a high level or ownership and always places business interest/agenda foremost* Strong team player with the ability to deliver agreed sales and revenue targets across Global Markets.* Creates positive culture in line with company values, display the strength of character and charisma to inspire confidence, trust and loyalty in others* Capable to improve our Pricing capability and process (Murex, Macro for the expiries, Valuations* A role model who is able to build long tern partnerships that shape customer expectations, inspires others and exceeds customer expectations and provide value added services* Minimum degree in Accounting, Economics, Banking or Financial Management or equivalent* 10+ years relevant experience* Highly organized and able to cope with multiple responsibilities* Understand risk valuation and management control tools and performance measurements* Previous experience in a well-known International Bank* In-depth knowledge of Derivatives with Structuring background (Quantitative, Pricing)Salary and BenefitsCompetitive salary and company benefitsRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: www.roberthalf.ae/privacy-statement

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

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    Banking Support and Financial Services Consultant | Virtuzone

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Overview:The Banking Support and Financial Services Consultant focuses on banking and financial services upsell. To ensure that we support our onboarded clients with their needs to open a corporate and personal bank account while monetizing the transaction.Responsibilities:Reach out to our active client base of business under the management of Virtuzone to assist with corporate and personal bank account opening. – Profiling and KYC prior to submitting a file – Monitor the bank account opening transaction from beginning to end – Generate leads from Nurturing campaign – Business development on financial services- Market Research and liaise with a set of banks to establish a strong relationship – Upsell banking support services and other Value services if applicable – Understand market behaviours and onboard clients with the best guaranteed banking service – Run client insight feedback

    Desired Skills & Experience:- Financial support and banking experience- Leadership skills- Critical thinking with the ability to identify issues and implement changes that will result in company savings in both time, man power and finances- Thinking outside the box – Highest standards of accuracy and precision and highly organized- Excellent analytical skills and solution driven approach- Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills- Ability to coordinate with authorities and to establish the contacts with new authorities- Ability to build new process required for efficient implementation of new products- Flexible and capable of working in dynamic work environment

    Founded in 2009, Virtuzone’s mission is to remove the complexities of company setup in the UAE so that our clients can focus 100% on running their businesses. Whether you are a startup, a small business, or an individual simply requiring your own trade licence, with Virtuzone you won’t have to lose even a night’s sleep worrying about the red tape involved with the UAE free zone and mainland company setup process.

    That’s because we do all the heavy lifting for you. While the technical, administrative, and financial aspects of setting up a business in the UAE can seem challenging, with the right support the process is far more straightforward and affordable than you might think.

    Virtuzone provides just that type of support, and it’s what has led us to become the leading company setup specialists in Dubai and the UAE. More than 15,000 entrepreneurs have trusted us to set up their companies, and almost 90% of our clients renew their trade licence with us every year going forward. More