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    Project Manager | Deriv DMCC

    Employment:

    Full Time

    A career at Deriv.com offers you the opportunity to make an impact in a fast-growing organisation that’s at the cutting edge of online trading technology.Your roleAs a Senior Project Manager at Deriv.com, you will plan and initiate projects, direct project execution, and ensure that the final result meets client expectations and our standards. You will devise strategies for the efficient collaboration of different departments to achieve excellent results.What you’ll doConduct the day-to-day management of our projects to deliver project goals on schedule, within budget, and of the highest quality.Establish the efficient assignment of resources, the clear definition of responsibilities, and maintain communication across collaborating teams.Manage conflict and resolve disputes with tact, and keep teams motivated. Ensure rigorous quality control for all products.Identify potential roadblocks and create resolution strategies.Collaborate with all the departments and management to make sure that projects are progressing in sync with our short- and long-term goals.

    What you haveUniversity degree in an IT- or business-related fieldMore than 5 years of work experienceDecision-making, team-building, and problem-solving skillsStrong tendency to take initiative, welcome responsibility, and cherish learning opportunitiesExperience in conducting end-to-end UX research, including usability testing and A/B testingWhat’s good to haveProduct design experience with a focus on financial software Related certificates such as PMI and PRINCE2Stellar record of managing projects from start to finish, on time, and within budget

    We’re Deriv. We’re all about trading. We’re the geeky upstarts who pioneered an industry. That was more than 20 years ago, and we’re still going strong. Today, we work across continents and serve over a million traders from around the globe. Join us. Grow with us. More

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    Business Process Consultant | eMagine Solutions

    Employment:

    Full Time

    New and exclusive to eMagine Solutions.Business Process Manager (BPM) / Process Improvement Consultant Dubai, UAE – Financial Shared Services. Our client is Multinational company embarking on a Digital Transformation journey. As such we are looking for a BPM Consultant to help define and develop the processes for this Greenfield Program. Your role will involver setting up the Shared Service Center to support business centralization in order to streamline processes and improve efficiency via automation and digital transformation. To b successful in this role you should be strong in Stakeholder Journey mapping, role definition, application integrations and user stories.Accountable for setting up and driving business centralization projects across the EMEA region using business process methodologies and techniques. Essential experience for the successful Business Process Management Consultant:• Seniority: 4 to 8+ years of experience• Deep process re-engineering expertise, including Business Process Management (BPM), Lean Six Sigma is a bonus• Process architecture knowledge• Process documentation based on BPMN2.0 would be a plus• Experience with process mining as a plus

    Bonuses would be:-• Experienced as a commercially-astute technology leader who has a proven track record in leading the definition, implementation and measurement of global business processes in the Marketing & Sales workstream• Experience with CRM Systems• Demonstrable experience in managing continuous improvement of group-wide processes and enabling change management• Experienced in being the lead for designing new frameworks across business applications and service management• Track record of driving operational efficiency, cost optimisation and cultural change across the business• Ability to improve incumbent team performance as well as experience of recruiting & building high-performance teams

    eMagine Solutions is one of the leading authorities on leadership and talent globally. Our combined resources of over 100 years professional experience mean that our clients trust us with finding them the top talent globally and candidates trust us to find them the right opportunity in a timely and confidential manner.

    Throughout our offices we provide complete solutions for our clients, including traditional temporary and permanent recruitment, executive search, recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), salary survey’s, market mapping and training and development courses.

    Our global client list work with us not only because of our expertise but also because of our honesty, integrity and passion. More

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    Business Analyst – Risk Advisory (Entry Level) | Deloitte & Touche (M.E.)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    ? Support in planning meetings and liaising with IA team prior to and during internal audit reviews? Support in evaluating and proposing risk levels, and the potential impact(s) of identified issues? Support in developing Internal Audit reports, and ensure that all recommendations made are relevant, value-adding and supportable? Support in ensuring adequate documentation of the internal audit assignments executed in the relevant audit programs and working papers

    ? Bachelors in Business/Accounting/Finance/Economics / Industrial Engineer or IT? Fresh graduate with high GPA ? Very good command of written and spoken English and Arabic? Excellent communication and people skills, with a strong emphasis on team working? Ability to operate and understand excellent project and program management disciplines including production of project plans and key quality program deliverables? Strong administrative and numeracy skills and ability to analyze complex data with good attention to details • Excellent knowledge in MS office applications especially in PowerPoint, Word and Excel? Ability to work within a team to deliver large engagements for clients ? Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)• Ability to handle multiple task and responsibilities in a deadline-oriented environment and flexible work hours• Willingness to travel (required)

    Deloitte is the world’s largest and leading professional services firm, providing audit & assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory and tax and services to public and private clients spanning multiple industries, whether they are in the energy, communications, oil and gas, financial services, family businesses, healthcare, public or education sectors among others.

    With a globally connected network of member firms in more than 150 countries and territories, Deloitte brings world-class capabilities and high-quality service to clients, delivering the insights they need to address their most complex business challenges. Deloitte’s more than 250,000 professionals are committed to becoming the standard of excellence.

    Deloitte & Touche (M.E.) is a member firm of Deloitte globally and is the first Arab professional services firm established in the Middle East region Deloitte & Touche (M.E.) is a member firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (DTTL) and is a leading professional services firm established in the Middle East region with uninterrupted presence since 1926 with 26 offices in 15 countries to date. What distinguishes Deloitte member firms in the Middle East is the global and regional expertise and know-how offered through specialized and highly knowledgeable talent. Deloitte aims to offer the best services to its clients through a team with more than 3,300 partners, directors and staff in the Middle East which guarantees effective communication with clients and a deeper understanding of their needs. It is a Tier 1 Tax advisor in the GCC region since 2010 (according to the International Tax Review World Tax Rankings). It has also received numerous awards in the last few years which include best employer in the Middle East, best consulting firm, the Middle East Training & Development Excellence Award by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), as well as the best CSR integrated organization.

    Deloitte drives progress. Our practices around the Middle East support clients become leaders wherever they choose to compete. We invest in outstanding people of diverse talents and backgrounds and empower them to achieve more than they could elsewhere. Our work combines advice with action and integrity. We believe that when our clients and society are stronger, so are we.

    Our Purpose

    Deloitte makes an impact that matters. Every day we challenge ourselves to do what matters most-for clients, for our people, and for society. We serve clients distinctively, bringing innovative insights, solving complex challenges and unlocking sustainable growth. We inspire our talented professionals to deliver outstanding value to clients, providing an exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture. We contribute to society, building confidence and trust in the markets, upholding the integrity of organizations and supporting our communities.

    Our shared values guide the way we behave to make a positive, enduring impact:

    Integrity
    Outstanding value to markets and clients
    Commitment to each other
    Strength from cultural diversity More

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    Audit & Assurance | Assistant Manager | Deloitte & Touche (M.E.)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Audit & Assurance | Assistant ManagerWhen you work for us, you commit to a career at one of the largest and most prestigious professional services firms in the world. Looking for a rewarding career? Take a closer look at Deloitte & Touche ME. You’ll understand that Deloitte is a Tier 1 Tax advisor in the GCC region since 2010 (according to the International Tax Review World Tax Rankings). It has received numerous awards in the last few years which include Best Employer in the Middle East, best consulting firm, and the Middle East Training & Development Excellence Award by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).A career in Audit at Deloitte & Touche Middle East is a key link in the financial reporting chain, putting you in the position of trusted advisor to businesses across the region. Your people skills will be required for the latter, while your analytical mind will be another integral requirement for success. You will need the flexibility to implement our international audit approach while bringing to the fore your understanding of the complexities and unique circumstances of our clients and the business landscape across our diverse region. All this while adhering to the highest standards of independence, professional objectivity and technical excellence.Our PurposeDeloitte makes an impact that matters. Every day we challenge ourselves to do what matters most—for clients, for our people, and for society. We serve clients distinctively, bringing innovative insights, solving complex challenges and unlocking sustainable growth. We inspire our talented professionals to deliver outstanding value to clients, providing an exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture. We contribute to society, building confidence and trust in the markets, upholding the integrity of organizations and supporting our communities.Our shared values guide the way we behave to make a positive, enduring impact:- Lead the way- Serve with integrity- Take care of each other- Foster inclusion- Collaborate for measurable impactDuring your tenure as an Assistant Manager in Audit & Assurance, you will demonstrate and develop your capabilities in the following areas:- Takes responsibility for understanding key statistics and industry matters about entity before engagement begins, for example, by asking other team members and reading the prior year financial statements (including the enhanced audit report) or audit documentation.- Understands allocation of responsibilities between the engagement team and experts or specialists, including timescales and how the work of experts and specialists will contribute to the objectives of the audit- Takes responsibility for understanding key statistics and industry matters about entity before engagement begins, for example, by asking other team members and reading the prior year financial statements (including the enhanced audit report) or audit documentation- Understands allocation of responsibilities between the engagement team and experts or specialists, including timescales and how the work of experts and specialists will contribute to the objectives of the audit- Coordinates with management and expert/specialists for the key engagement or project deliverables and due dates. Tracks findings of work performed and follows up the impact of work to be performed by other members of the engagement team- Applies guidance material in relevant guides, practice aids, and tools so that an appropriate level of professional scepticism is reflected in procedures performed, evidence obtained and conclusions reached- Signs off appropriately on work performed and reviewed. Takes responsibility for meaningful completion of all necessary checklists, procedures and tailoring and concluding questions prior to signing-off. Proactively checks whether others have signed off appropriately and follows up where necessary- Contributes to the development of a comprehensive project plan, using prior year knowledge to help identify audit priorities that can be performed earlier in the audit cycle. Seeks awareness of contingency plans if the entity’s management team fails to meet their deadlines- Prepares and reviews documentation by anticipating questions that reviewers may ask, including not just the conclusion but the relevant facts, analysis, reference to authoritative literature and professional judgements made in reaching it- Encourages wider team adopt an attitude of professional scepticism, to have a questioning mind-set and to further investigate as and when appropriate. Is able to identify the key questions to be answered- Documents objectivity, independence and continuance decisions, checking that sufficient enquiries have been made and that all information has been captured.- Checks that staff on the engagement have adequate technical knowledge, including industry knowledge, for the areas in which they are working. Provides briefings as required.Leadership Capabilities:- Identifies and embraces our purpose and values and puts these into practice in their professional life- Develops self by actively seeking opportunities for growth, shares knowledge and experiences with others, and acts as a strong brand ambassador- Seeks opportunities to challenge self; teams with others across businesses and borders to deliver and takes accountability for own and team result- Builds relationships and communicates effectively in order to positively influence peers and other stakeholder- Understands objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns own work to objectives and sets personal priorities.

    Qualifications:- 5+ years of experience in auditing, with leading professional services firms or large multinational organizations and systems. preferably with Big 4 Audit Firm- Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field.- Successful record of engagement management- Fluent in English & Arabic (Reading, Speaking and Writing).- CPA, CA, CIA, CISA or equivalent.

    Deloitte is the world’s largest and leading professional services firm, providing audit & assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory and tax and services to public and private clients spanning multiple industries, whether they are in the energy, communications, oil and gas, financial services, family businesses, healthcare, public or education sectors among others.

    With a globally connected network of member firms in more than 150 countries and territories, Deloitte brings world-class capabilities and high-quality service to clients, delivering the insights they need to address their most complex business challenges. Deloitte’s more than 250,000 professionals are committed to becoming the standard of excellence.

    Deloitte & Touche (M.E.) is a member firm of Deloitte globally and is the first Arab professional services firm established in the Middle East region Deloitte & Touche (M.E.) is a member firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (DTTL) and is a leading professional services firm established in the Middle East region with uninterrupted presence since 1926 with 26 offices in 15 countries to date. What distinguishes Deloitte member firms in the Middle East is the global and regional expertise and know-how offered through specialized and highly knowledgeable talent. Deloitte aims to offer the best services to its clients through a team with more than 3,300 partners, directors and staff in the Middle East which guarantees effective communication with clients and a deeper understanding of their needs. It is a Tier 1 Tax advisor in the GCC region since 2010 (according to the International Tax Review World Tax Rankings). It has also received numerous awards in the last few years which include best employer in the Middle East, best consulting firm, the Middle East Training & Development Excellence Award by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), as well as the best CSR integrated organization.

    Deloitte drives progress. Our practices around the Middle East support clients become leaders wherever they choose to compete. We invest in outstanding people of diverse talents and backgrounds and empower them to achieve more than they could elsewhere. Our work combines advice with action and integrity. We believe that when our clients and society are stronger, so are we.

    Our Purpose

    Deloitte makes an impact that matters. Every day we challenge ourselves to do what matters most-for clients, for our people, and for society. We serve clients distinctively, bringing innovative insights, solving complex challenges and unlocking sustainable growth. We inspire our talented professionals to deliver outstanding value to clients, providing an exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture. We contribute to society, building confidence and trust in the markets, upholding the integrity of organizations and supporting our communities.

    Our shared values guide the way we behave to make a positive, enduring impact:

    Integrity
    Outstanding value to markets and clients
    Commitment to each other
    Strength from cultural diversity More

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    IT Service Management Process Lead | Chalhoub Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Who we are We are a leading partner for luxury across the Middle East. With more than 600 stores, 300 brands and over 65 years of experience in the region, we have become a major player in the beauty, fashion and gift sectors, by offering service excellence to our partners and delighting all our customers. We are moving fast from a traditional distributor and retailer for luxury in the Middle East, to a hybrid retailer bringing luxury experiences to the fingertips of customers everywhere. To fuel the next stage of our growth we are looking to build a world class team. From physical retail through to supply chain and customer loyalty, we aim to use technology and data to continuously improve every aspect of our operations. We are looking for top talent to join us on this journey of exploring new horizons together. The ITSM Lead is an integral part of the Technology Operations team and will build and strengthen our end-to-end enterprise incident management resolution and enterprise problem management functions as well as our Change & Release Management capabilities; you will serve as a focal point for the governance of ITSM frameworks, and operational KPI mechanisms. You will facilitate ITIL standards adherence.The key aim for the ITSM Lead is to be the quality gate for process change and new technology we can provide to our end users to increase speed, accuracy, reliability, and agility when delivering and supporting change in our environments. You will also need to analyse and report on patterns and trends to improve future service delivery and reduce major incidents. You will then need to take it a step further to ensure appropriate action is taken to anticipate, investigate and resolve any problems in systems and services that will be full documented. This can be done by regular audits, reviews and assessments.The successful candidate will work closely with the Technology Operations leadership team on refining and taking our services to the next level, changing the game completely in our mission to provide a world class customer service across the business.We’re looking for a strong candidate who is sharp, adaptable, and agile enough to resolve problems, proactively think about solutions and get “hands-on” when needed.You must have the ability to think strategically, demonstrating an in-depth understanding of current and future trends in the environments manager space, especially in hosted environments, with a sound knowledge and experience of managing agreements with hosting partners.What you’ll be doing – Manage the review, assignment and classifications of incidents, outages and problem cases – Create and review incident and problem management reports; change and release reports to identify action plans to improve key performance indicators as necessary across all resolver groups and support teams – Introduces key ITIL disciplines and practical project management techniques to ensure effective end to end problem management – Ensure proper usage of incident, outage, problem and change management systems and processes – Perform quality assurance on completed incident, outage, problem investigations and change management records – Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Port Mortem and Problem Management meetings – Ensure that root-cause is established for all major incidents and that a formal RCA is published within agreed SLAs – Define reporting requirements needed in the management of the incident, outage and problem management processes – Review incident, outage and problem processes, identify trends and recommend improvements – Make recommendations for resolution and improvements to mitigate risk and prevent the replication of problems across systems – Assisting in reassignment of misdirected incidents – Process Review for Incident/ Problem Management and implement enhancements and document process. – Responsible for critical event planning for Tech for large events such as Ramadan trade and Black Friday trading periods – Mentor and assess product teams skills in Incident, Problem and Release – Ensure proper usage of incident, outage, problem and change management systems and processes – Perform quality assurance on completed incident, outage, problem investigations and change management records – Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Port Mortem and Problem Management meetings – Monitoring unassigned and taking action where needed – Design, implement, execute and continually review the daily and long-term strategic management of change & release (including configuration) management of our live product environments within Chalhoub Group. Initial focus will be to set and drive Configuration & Release Management best practices across the live service estate – Full review of release & configuration management lifecycle to ensure effective processes are embedded into BAU activities. This review includes planning, monitoring and executing transversal releases and recording accurate configuration details for the live production environment at all times – Assist in forming strategies to optimise IT Change & Release Management across accounts – Develop and implement procedures to oversee quality control of all configuration changes and releases throughout their lifecycle – Act as the focal point for all live configuration and centralised release management activities – Provide operational measurement for releases against CI’s – Own Release Management strategy, policies and processes; drive release governance and compliance across all teams – To Define/Develop automation improvements and oversee delivery into production environments offering value and improvements to our end customers – Manage all internal transversal release management processes and release calendar activities – Revise, recommend, and maintain Change Management and Release Management plans, schedules (calendars) policies, processes, and procedures that reflect ITIL best practices. Maintain ServiceNow and other enterprise tools in support of Enterprise Change Management – Develop, measure, and analyse Critical Success Factors (CSF) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI), and design and generate metric reports, status and performance reports for Change & Release Management and conduct training on a scheduled and ad hoc basis – Provide individualized instruction for Technology teams on the Change Management key process areas, associated templates and procedures – Develop, enhance, operate, and assist in migrations and maintenance of Change Management system/tools and interfaces with other tools (e.g., Configuration, Problem, Release, and Incident Management Systems) – Identify opportunities to continuously improve. Assist in the scheduling and implementation of improvements at predefined intervals and on an ad-hoc basis – Maintain, update, and implement a consistent and rigorous framework for evaluating systems capabilities and risk profiles before new or changed systems are approved and scheduled for deployment in accordance the CR Impact Assessment Procedure and a process framework that ensures a system and the service it enables can be managed, operated and supported according to the requirements specified by the design and architecture – Review Requests for Change (RFCs) to ensure the appropriate priority levels and details are provided in accordance with the CR Review Checklist – Develop, measure, and analyse CSF and KPIs, as well as design and generate weekly/monthly/quarterly metric reports – Develop training plans and materials for Release Management and conduct training on a scheduled and ad hoc basis; provide individualized instruction for Technology teams on the Release Management key process areas, associated templates and procedures – Develop, enhance, operate, and maintain Release Management system/tools and interfaces with other processes (e.g., Change Management, Problem Management, Configuration Management and Incident Management Systems) – Lead in Release Planning and pre and post Release Deployment activities and meetings. – Supporting the management of the Configuration Management Database (CMDB) and reporting of all Configuration Item (CI) exceptions and data discrepancies – Work with Technology teams in defining release and deployment plans. Support the potential need to review and revise plans. Support Release Readiness Reviews (RRRs) release authorization activities and perform Post-Implementation Reviews (PIRs). Perform the release coordinator role for weekly change activity to include weekend work. Produce a Weekly Change & Release Summary Report

    What you’ll need to succeed – ITIL Service Management Foundation v3 Certified – Strong understanding of ITIL Incident, Problem, Change and Release (specifically Configuration Management) processes – At least 5 years’ experience of incident, problem, change and release management creating governance and frameworks for each discipline in multi-company, international environments – Awareness and use of DEVOPS tools for Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) – experienced with Jenkins and Software repository tools/environments like GitHub – Good facilitator and driver of process framework design and execution – Experience of working with offshore system integrators and Tier 1 MSPs – Excellent attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills – The candidate must have a strong and proactive “can-do” attitude – Good experience and knowledge working with CMDB integration (Fresh Service) – Strong reporting skills to develop and administer CMDB reporting through Fresh Service – Good knowledge of IT Service, Application and CMDB Dependency Modelling; utilising enterprise wide ITSM tools such as ServiceNow to do so – Good Communication and relationship management skills – Analytical, detail-orientated, can communicate clearly, effectively and influence in the right way What we can offer you With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day. We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.

    The Chalhoub Group is the leading partner for luxury across the Middle East since 1955. As an expert in retail, distribution and marketing services based in Dubai, the group has become a major player in the fashion, beauty and gift sectors regionally.

    By blending its Middle East expertise and intimate knowledge of luxury, Chalhoub Group is building brands in the region, by offering service excellence to all its partners and a unique experience to its customers through its passionate teams.

    With a growing workforce of more than 9,000 people, implemented in 14 countries, as well as the operating of over 470 retail outlets, the group’s success is attributed to its most valued asset of highly skilled and dedicated teams. Professionalism and passion are what fuel the Chalhoub Group’s competitive edge in today’s market.

    By being committed to implementing sustainable practices into their business, the Chalhoub Group has been awarded in 2013 the CSR Label from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce. More

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    Head of Credit, Corporate Banking | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    This senior role is required to manage and maintain the Credit appraisal process for Large Corporates.Responsibilities will include:Credit Appraisals• Review credit proposals to ensure completeness of supporting information / documents and compliance with Bank’s requirements.• Occasionally visiting clients to understand client’s business model and requirements, and accordingly recommending financing solutions• Conduct proper due diligence as to identification of gaps, if any in terms of disclosures/ information in proposals• Ensure that Credit proposals are complete and accurate and the credit Analysis covers all significant factors (Strengths & Risks) for proper decision making• Approval of ad-hoc credit requests within an agreed credit risk delegation framework• Presenting credit proposals to senior sanctioners and credit committeePortfolio Management• Manage portfolio of c.500 large corporate, government related entities, and mid-size corporates with approximate book size of AED25bn• Responsible for review of all syndication deals where CBD is participating or leading• Responsible for maintaining the asset quality of the designated portfolio through interim reviews, annual reviews and on-going monitoring and control, and escalation of issues as may be necessary• Serve as the second line of defence and escalate any breaches of policies and procedures, credit risk excesses and past-dues and related matters to coverage and other stakeholdersStakeholder Management• Secondary point of contact for the assigned portfolio and liaise with relationship and sales teams, product experts and portfolio management, and support functions including legal, compliance and operations• Subject matter expert for fundamental credit risk queries and provides support for any requests from regulators, auditors and other professionals• Where required, join coverage units for conference calls and meetings with client representatives – treasurer, finance director and CFO• Communicate with senior management to address any credit queries raise by Committee members• Managing direct reports – training and career development• Attend credit committees and senior management meetings where requiredOther Management Responsibilities• Management and oversight over Triple C process (internal early risk identification process) and present such customers to senior management.• Active participation in process review – for both post and pre-disbursement and suggest improvements• Ensure that subordinates maintain proper records for receipt, processing & disposal of credit proposals/ JETS for monitoring reports, internal/ external requirements• Organising and conducting trainings for credit analysts and business support staff

    Requirements• Preferred – Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from reputed Business School• Preferred – CFA Charter Holder, FRM Certification (from GARP)• Strong working knowledge of Financial Modeling, of business software applications, particularly spreadsheets.• 12 year’s Banking/ finance experience with min of 5 years in the Credit function• Good understanding of banking operations, Bank’s policies, procedures, guidelines, statutory requirements, market conditions.• Good understanding of regional markets• Expert in credit appraisals, due diligence, financial modeling• Documentation expertise, good understanding of LMA, ISDA etc.• High level of interpersonal and negotiation skills.• Excellent report writing skills

    In 1969, when we at Commercial Bank of Dubai started out little did we know that sheer grit and determination would get us where we are today. An Emiri Decree issued by His Highness the Late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the founder of modern Dubai, laid the cornerstone of Commercial Bank of Dubai. We started out as a joint venture of Commerzbank, Chase Manhattan Bank and Commercial Bank of Kuwait. A minority stake was held by a few UAE businessmen.

    By 1982, little more than a decade later, we evolved into a National Public Shareholding company. A feat complimented by an exponential increase in the capital base and mammoth restructuring of our operations. The feather in the cap came when the Government of Dubai became a key shareholder.

    Over the decades, we have transformed ourselves into a progressive and modern banking institution. We are supported by a sturdy financial base and reigned by a strong and stable management. The proof of which lies with our customers who have stood by us over the years. More

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    Credit Manager, Emerging Corporates | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Credit Manager will be directly responsible for conducting review and assessment of credit applications submitted by business RMs related to Emerging Corporate coverage segment. The complexities of applications vary, ranging from complex, standard to multi-entity.The Credit Manager will be expected to conduct thorough due diligence on all elements of transactional, financial, business and industry risks and provide their recommendation to management for appropriate decision.Primary responsibilities are as follows:• Receives credit proposals from Emerging Corporate Team and examines them to ensure completeness of supporting information/ documents and compliance with Bank’s requirements.• Undertakes detailed analysis to assess quality of proposals by strictly adhering to Principles of lending, Bank’s Procedures & Policies, UAE Central Bank Rules, Regulations wherever applicable• Conducts proper due diligence as to identification of gaps, if any in terms of disclosures / information in proposals• Addresses and clarifies issues or points raised at the review stage prior to preparation of the SWOT Analysis• Prepares credit proposals with SWOT Analysis covering all significant factors (Strengths & Risks) for review and recommendation by Team Leaders, ensuring accuracy and completeness.• Addresses further queries/ requirements if any required by the Team Leaders / Unit Head for decision making or initiation of the decision process.• Communicates the Management decision on credit proposals to Business Analysts, RMs, Branch Managers, Segment Heads, Other Units & Unit Heads• Maintains proper records for receipt, processing & disposal of credit proposals/ JETS for monitoring reports, internal/ external requirements• Provides clarifications to Credit Control Unit for the preparation of post approval borrowing documentation.• Assists in Special Projects/ Assignments that are entrusted by the Team Leader/ Unit Head/ Management

    Requirements:• Masters or Bachelor’s Degree in a Commerce/Finance discipline.• 4/5 years of related experience in banking and finance with at least 2 years of experience in corporate credit. Experience in Emerging Corporates / Mid-Corporates credit is preferred. • Written and spoken English – Arabic preferable.• Good Analytical/ Report writing skills• Computer literate with strong working knowledge of business software applications, particularly spreadsheets• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving• Concern for order and attention to details• Concern for quality – 90% Acceptance level of decisions• Well organised work – Team Player• High Level of commitment in every aspect of work & CBD values

    In 1969, when we at Commercial Bank of Dubai started out little did we know that sheer grit and determination would get us where we are today. An Emiri Decree issued by His Highness the Late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the founder of modern Dubai, laid the cornerstone of Commercial Bank of Dubai. We started out as a joint venture of Commerzbank, Chase Manhattan Bank and Commercial Bank of Kuwait. A minority stake was held by a few UAE businessmen.

    By 1982, little more than a decade later, we evolved into a National Public Shareholding company. A feat complimented by an exponential increase in the capital base and mammoth restructuring of our operations. The feather in the cap came when the Government of Dubai became a key shareholder.

    Over the decades, we have transformed ourselves into a progressive and modern banking institution. We are supported by a sturdy financial base and reigned by a strong and stable management. The proof of which lies with our customers who have stood by us over the years. More

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    Senior Consultant / Assistant Manager | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Senior Consultant / Assistant Manager, Financial Accounting Advisory Services, RiyadhIn Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. The opportunity Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) support organizations through a diverse range of services that include accounting and reporting, finance function transformation, transaction accounting, treasury, corporate governance, fixed assets, performance improvement and other services that help organizations navigate evolving business needs, demands for greater transparency and changing regulatory requirements. We’re looking for ambitious people to help drive and support this change while learning about the intricacies of dealing with diverse clients in a challenging yet rewarding environment. Your key responsibilities In this role you’ll work directly with a wide range of clients across several industries to assess the impact of new accounting standards, proposed transactions or other regulatory changes. Specifically you’ll build and maintain strong networks internally and externally in order to grow the pipeline of FAAS work, report directly to Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners at the planning, execution and wrap-up stages of FAAS engagements, coach and mentor junior team members and conduct performance review by contributing to performance feedback for staff and e nsure work is of a high quality, delivered in a timely fashion and in compliance with EY policies. Working with other EY locations, service lines and specialists to deliver a fully integrated service offering is integral, as is monitoring engagement economics against key financial metrics and managing the appropriate internal and external stakeholders. – You’ll be expected to identify and communicate relevant trends, developments and key performance drivers relevant to the client, consult with appropriate resources on complex accounting issues, ensure that the FAAS work products meet the needs and expectations of clients are clear, accurate and well presented, ensure work is delivered timely and in compliance with regulatory requirements and deliver effective execution of the FAAS service delivery framework.

    Skills and attributes for success – Proactivity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. – Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. – This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic. To qualify for the role, you must have – A bachelor’s degree in accounting and / or finance – Minimum three years of experience working as an auditor/ financial consultant or technical accounting resource for a public sector entity – SOCPA/ CPA / ACCA certification – Knowledge of accounting and auditing processes and techniques – Proven experience with IFRS and/ or IPSAS – Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary – Keen to develop technical and other attributes of assigned team members Ideally, you’ll also have – Masters or MBA qualification – Track record with a leading Consulting firm – Proficiency in the Arabic language What we look for We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

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    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More