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      IBM Application Architect | IBM Middle East

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      Introduction As an IBM Application Architect, you directly help clients transform their business and solve complex problems. You will define the scope and vision for projects that deliver customized solutions using your knowledge of IBM platforms. You are a technical leader, serving as a liaison among business partners, technical resources, and project stakeholders.Your Role and Responsibilities Over the past 100 years, IBMers all over the globe have helped make the world work better and smarter. In this new era of Cognitive Business, IBM is helping to reshape industries by bringing together our expertise in Cloud, Analytics, Security, Mobile, and the Internet of Things: Changing how we create, collaborate, analyze and engage. From transforming healthcare to improving the retail shopping experience – it’s what IBMers do. In Africa, we’ve been changing the way the continent does business for more than 50 years, and as our company continues to grow, we’re looking for talented professionals to join us in this new era.Join us and be part of a diverse and global team of thinkers and doers, and make an impact.IT Specialists in this job role have expertise in translating IT requirements in the design, development, and assembly of components to create custom information systems. Typical examples of the deliverables are functional and technical designs, models, components, code, unit tests, and documentation. IT Specialists who primarily apply their technical skills in an internal or external customer billable services and implementation environment. The employee focuses on individual/team objectives and development of professional effectiveness.

      Required Technical and Professional Expertise HCAM

      For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

      Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

      Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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      Senior Audit Manager, Financial Crime and Compliance | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

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      • To develop and lead the delivery of audit engagements, the transformation of departmental professional practices, develop and maintain a risk based audit plan within areas of responsibility and manage teams capable of delivering the audit plan.Principal Accountabilities Audit Assignments• Lead and oversee audits across a broad range of areas, in order to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of controls, systems, processes and procedures, highlighting areas of concern.• Plan and organise reviews and agree terms of reference to ensure they are carried out effectively, within the timescales allocated, keeping senior management informed of progress and findings.• Reliably able to exercise judgement over the materiality of issues and ratings of audits.• Exercising judgement over management’s risk awareness and delivering IAD’s opinion to senior management.• Present Audit reports to CEO, GMs, Senior Management (first and second line) on the audit findings raised in reviews, together with recommendations for improvements.• Oversee the actions taken so that outstanding issues identified during reviews are followed up and resolved to ensure that risks are effectively managed in accordance with all relevant policies and regulations.Special Assignments• Lead and present results to Senior Management on ad-hoc requests for special audits or investigations.Stakeholder Management • Build, manage and maintain effective senior stakeholder relationships in order to ensure service levels are in line with agreed business plans.• As appropriate, pro-actively liaise with stakeholders and team members in order to discuss current and future issues; feed risks identified into the planning process and provide advice and guidance as required, whilst promoting best practice.• Assess compliance with the Bank’s policies and procedures and guidelines together with relevant regulatory and statutory requirements where appropriate implementing actions to protect the Bank’s business at all times.Department Management• Lead and support the Chief Auditor in IAD transformational changes by refining IAD practices, and coaching and mentoring IAD members as required.• Lead the Quality Assurance Program across IAD. Other Management Responsibilities • Frequent attendance at, and presentation to, Board Audit Committee.• Will act as Deputy for the Chief Auditor at the Risk & Compliance SteerCo, any ad-hoc Project Steering Committees, Operational Risk Committee, and Risk Management Committee (ExCo level).• Manage projects or work in respect of special situations, ensuring that where appropriate they are delivered on time and within budget.• Recommend and manage changes to policies, systems, processes and working practices in order to achieve operational improvements. • Lead, manage, motivate, develop and appraise team members so that their individual and collective performance is of the required standard and meets the current and future needs of the business.• Fully accountable for maintaining the Audit Universe for their areas of responsibility.

      Requirements• 6+ years’ experience in external or internal audit• Strong Regulatory knowledge• Deep understanding of AML regulations is a pre-requisite• Strong understanding of Banking• Strong knowledge of Banking Regulations

      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 Relationship Manager, Institutional Banking (GRE's) | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

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      Job Purpose:• Professional management & maintenance of Government Related Entities client relations, growing the GRE book for CBD.• Work done in coordination with team Head and Assistant Relationship Mangers/Relationship Officer.Principal Accountabilities:Work Management• Manage, maintain and expend a portfolio of GREs. Ensure risk intake is properly managed, optimizing returns, cross-sell and relationships are cultivated to maximize contributions to CBD in support of the team’s growth targets.• Identify, solicit and acquire new New to Bank clients in line with approved corporate strategies for Assets, Liabilities, Trade and Financial products to meet given sales targets.• Negotiate appropriate credit lines in conformity with the Bank’s underwriting standards and risk adjusted targets after thorough analysis of information necessary for the preparation of a detailed credit proposal, and execution for all kinds of securities (Asset, Shares and Bonds) • Seek credit-mitigating solutions to mitigate risk or improve RoE on client / transaction basis where applicable and have the ability to structure and arrange structured transactions.• Making regular visits to clients for both monitoring and business generation purposes. • Such visits to be recorded by way of call reports which are to include all pertinent information in a timely manner.• Conduct account planning with Client Service Team Members & cross selling other products & services including introduction of investment portfolios to corporate clients to ensure multi-product relationship and greater Share of wallet. • Facilitating other lines of business in exploiting business opportunities through referrals.• Establish effective & professional communication (both internal and external) to ensure turnaround time within designated parameters and higher client satisfaction levels.• Ensure timely and accurate credit administrations through timely completion of annual reviews and regular monitoring of financials, financial covenants and other parameters within the review cycle.• Manage a team of Relationship Officers, set, agree and measure annual targets, provide professional advice, guidance, training & motivation to enhance their potential & capabilities to hold higher responsibilities, and conduct their performance reviews.• Comply with internal audit requirements in line with the policy guidelines, to ensure high standards of uniformity and consistency across the Bank. Comply with and adhere to all relevant regulatory and Central Bank requirements and uphold the highest professional standards.• Keep abreast of developments in the local and regional business environment to spot business opportunities. Contribute to the planning process in order to develop corporate business strategies.• Develop a strong level of contacts with the relevant target business and financial institutions community.

      RequirementsEducation and Experience:• Minimum Bachelor Degree in Economics or Finance or Business Management or Engineering. • 8 – 12 years of experience in Corporate banking with 4-5 years of exposure to Corporate Banking in the UAE.• Commercial acumen and ability to prepare plans and strategies are essential.• The ability to forge close relationships with external constituents as a senior representative of the bank.

      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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      Public Relations Officer | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC)

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      • Handle all kinds of routine administration processes like office management and maintenance• Support other departments whenever related issues are faced• Coordinate with Head Office and regional team.• Manage the office renovation projects, handle the procurement of office furniture and supplies, and collaborate with internal teams on security and FA&FF related projects.• Manage large-scale marketing or procurement projects, negotiate contracts with vendors, perform budgeting and timeline control, and supervise the overall progress.• Design and produce posters, brochures, handouts, promotional videos, marketing gifts, etc., create marketing contents, and manage social media accounts.• Prepare organizational publications such as employee newsletters, anniversary booklets, memorial albums, etc. for internal and external audiences.• Draft speech for senior management on various occasions.• Maintain good relationships with media partners, arrange interviews, and manage advertising placement through different channels.• Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders including authorities, clients, NGOs, etc.• Assist with maintaining web contents from time to time.• Draft reports and minutes of seminars and meetings.• Take care of all the arrangements like hotel booking, transportation arrangement, restaurant booking, itinerary planning etc for guests.• Any other responsibility assigned by the bank or person in charge of the department from time to time on the basis of requirement.

      • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree majored in finance, economics, journalism or related field.• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese, knowledge in Arabic is a plus.• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and priority multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to details.• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and cope with pressure.• Highly resourceful team-player.

      Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Ltd. (ICBC) is China’s largest bank and the largest bank in the world. It is one of China’s “Big Four” state-owned commercial banks (the other three being the Bank of China, Agricultural Bank of China, and China Construction Bank). It is the largest bank in the world in terms of market value, the world’s largest bank by deposits, and the world’s most profitable bank.

      In October 2008, the opening of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Middle East) Limited ( regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority) allows ICBC to become the pioneer among the Chinese financial institutions for the Middle East market. With strong support from its Head Office located in Beijing, ICBC Middle East support the financial needs of the UAE and the Middle East area, provide a comprehensive international trade,overseas financing against domestic support, project finance, clearing and settlement, and a series of financial services, become a link of economic and trade exchanges between China and Middle region. More

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      Business Setup Adviser ( Sales) | Creative Zone

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      Creative Zone Group is growing and we have some fantastic opportunities for dynamic Sales Professionals to help drive new business in our fast-paced Revenue team.Your responsibilities will include:- Structuring high impact solutions for clients in business setup and company formation- Facilitating and participating in meetings with key client stakeholders to develop an understanding of their business- Generating awareness of the product and services offered related to business setup- Ensuring the client receives the necessary assistance to carry out their desired business- Presenting recommendations to clients regarding the business opportunities and advantages of starting business in different jurisdictions in UAE- Providing excellent service and support to clients to keep them regularly updated- Completing all administration duties associated with the role as required- Updating internal CRM process and systems- Communicating regularly with Operations and Client Relations departments- Preparing and presenting monthly sales reports and participating in meetings as required- Developing cultural awareness activities to improve opportunities in the market- Contributing to the development of marketing materials and sales promotions- Attending networking events to promote our services- Participating in team meetings, working in partnership with colleagues

      To join our team you will have:- Bachelors Degree qualified in a relevant discipline- Minimum 3 years Sales experience in a target driven, KPI focused environment- Experience in business setup / company formation in the UAE is desirable but not essential- Strong networking skills, able to demonstrate your business development capability- Passion for achieving results and exceeding targets- Initiative and commitment, able to manage clients independently- Exceptional communication skills in English, other languages are also desirable but not essential- Currently based in UAE.

      Welcome to CREATIVE ZONE!

      We are a team of company registration professionals who are passionate about bringing the dreams of aspiring entrepreneurs and SME’s to life.

      We believe in providing you not only with your company’s documentation, but also equipping you with the necessary tools to promote, develop and grow your business.

      We are a business setup company with a difference – our work doesn’t end with the issuance of your trade license & residency visa – it starts there! More

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      Senior Cost Manager | Currie & Brown

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      Currie & Brown is looking for a site-based senior cost manager for our office in Abu Dhabi UAE.The successful candidate will support project leaders in generating a high standard of service delivery, achieving successful outcomes for our clients, capturing and sharing knowledge across projects, enhancing our culture of innovation and reinforcing our reputation as a preferred service provider.Responsibilities will include:• Providing accurate cost advice and reporting to our clients• Delivering projects, commissions and professional assignments• Assuming a leading role in setting objectives and priorities, working as a proactive team player• Maintaining effective communication to ensure all information is available for the successful completion of projects; liaising with other managers to ensure efficient financial control• Undertaking cost management services with limited supervision• Delivering all work outputs in an accurate and timely manner• Providing support to the team leader/service leaders in cost management of projects• Representing the company in a professional and diligent manner; meeting, negotiating and corresponding with clients to form strong working relationships

      Requirements:• BSc in quantity surveying • Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors • A minimum of ten years’ technical delivery experience gained within a global consultancy firm• Pre and post-contract experience • Middle East experience• Good technical writing, client-facing and communication skills • Well-organised, diligent, proactive, assertive, well-disciplined and commercially astute• A team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude, outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful and flexible

      Currie & Brown is one of the world’s leading physical assets management and construction consultancies, dedicated to advising clients in respect of the procurement, construction, management and utilisation of their physical assets.

      From airports to corporate headquarters, power stations to health and education, leisure and hotel facilities to transportation infrastructure – the sheer range of projects we are involved in gives us a vast breadth and depth of experience. Projects of this kind cannot be tackled with an ‘off-the-peg, one-size-fits-all’ solution. Instead, we apply flexible working and innovative thinking to provide a value-for-money, tailored solution.

      We operate throughout the world and have offices in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, India and the Middle East. More

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      Vice President, Financial Analysis | Charterhouse

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      Charterhouse are currently managing a search for one of our Banking client’s whom are in the process of looking to recruit a Vice President (VP) of Financial Analysis. Based out of their DIFC hub, this role shall be heavily geared towards the support and financial controllership across their business and coverage within Saudi Arabia (KSA). The VP will take responsibility across a broad role which take ownership of the full accounting, reporting and analysis piece across this operation which spans Brokerage, Equities and Investment Banking units. This VP will also have ownership of all regulatory and tax based accounting and reporting, for the KSA group, whilst managing all relationship points linked to these filings and working with all Audit partners to manage both accounts finalisation, any required reconciliation and subsequent transfer pricing. In conjunction, the VP will also be involved with any middle office and/or product control functions; whereby all P&L activities are completed for business review purposes along with the completion of accurate and commentary-based variance analysis. Due to the nature of the regional team set-up; the client will also look for a candidate whom can be heavily involved in any ad-hoc project work, across the legal entities, linking to reporting policies and financial controllership.

      The client will look to recruit a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA) with a minimum of 8 years’ experience within a mainstream financial control and/or product control environment of a banking and/or financial services institution. The successful candidate shall be required to demonstrate a strong Excel skill-set (macros and VBA tools) coupled with an appreciation of strong technical accounting processes linking to both GAAP & IFRS principles. The candidate shall be well-versed within the areas of liquidity risk, capital reporting and regulatory frameworks; to ensure strong reporting capabilities both internally and externally. The nature of the KSA market also means that the client will look to recruit an Arabic speaking candidate in to this role. This links heavily too towards the tax and CMA-based interaction and any required translation within the financial statements and commentary. Subsequently, any candidate within the KSA and/or GCC market are proactively encouraged to apply, to ensure ease of inception and knowledge transfer. Finally, this position will require strong, clear and decisive applicants; to ensure that this complex role can be met whilst also managing remote and international reporting lines and any team oversight.

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

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

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      Financial Controller and Payroll Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

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      Financial controller and Levant Payroll Manager (12 Months Fixed Term)Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – FinanceManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in Finance, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to help PwC in all aspects of our Finance internal function including financial planning and reporting, data analysis, and assisting leadership with overall strategy. You’ll focus on recording and analysing financial transactions, paying and receiving invoices, maintaining financial statement ledger accounts, and preparing analysis and reconciliations of bills to detect fraud.Our Accounts Payable and Receivable team is responsible for performing collections activity and payment of debt activity. You’ll focus on working with senior individuals to review and produce reports related to the accounts receivable and accounts payable accounts that will assist PwC in achieving monthly collection target amounts as well as ensuring timely payment of vendor invoices.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.

      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