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    Data Scientist | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Position Title: Data ScientistEmployment Type: Full Time Salary: up to 20K AED all-inclusive depending on experience and qualificationsJob Location: 1 – remotely from India or Pakistan and 1 onsite in Dubai, UAEAbout the Client: A highly recognized international technologies group handling Information Technology & Services located in UAE.Job Description:• Implement scalable machine learning and optimization algorithms that will be used in production on big data.• Evaluate the performance of the data science projects• Should be able to deploy the production ready solution in MLOps frameworks

    Qualifications: • Open to India and Pakistan nationals• 45 years old and below• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or any relevant quantitative discipline • Must have at least 3 years experience in data mining, predictive modeling, time series analysis, machine learning, big data methodologies, transformation, and cleaning of both structured and unstructured data• Must have strong problem solving and coding skills (Python or R)• Experience in applied Deep Learning is a plus

    RTC-1 Employment Services is a licensed recruitment firm based in Dubai, UAE. Our team has been in the market since 2004 and we are supporting various industries with their staffing needs across the Middle East and Africa. More

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    IT Audit – Associate/Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in our Risk and Security Controls practice, within Information Technology Risk Assurance services, will allow you to develop and apply strategies that help clients leverage enterprise technologies so they can get a higher return on their investment, mitigate risks, streamline processes, and find operational inefficiencies. We assist clients in understanding and challenging their current risk profiles and develop strategies to build digital confidence by embracing opportunities to stay competitive through building trust and resilience into their technology systems. We cover a wide range of disciplines, including risk evaluation, operational and strategic Information Technology processes, project governance, application implementation, data integrity, cyber security, and accounting/audit.Our team helps organisations analyse and assess the security environment and application of our client’s information technology systems. You’ll help develop strategies to increase the reliability of system outputs, enhancing systems security and integrity, and developing strategies for ongoing maintenance.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 an Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.- Share and collaborate effectively with others.- Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.- Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.- Follow risk management and compliance procedures.- Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.- Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner – verbally and in the materials produce.- Build and maintain an internal and external network.- Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

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

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

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

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

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

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    Senior Consultant – Digital Strategy (FS/TMT) – Global Firm | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As a Senior Consultant in the firm’s digital portfolio’s customer strategy division, you will oversee several interesting and exciting strategy and advisory engagements across the Middle East.Client DetailsInternational consulting firm with a variety of very well-established and successful practices, undergoing exciting growth plans across the Middle East.Description* Work closely with senior management to plan and develop project engagement strategies based on operational constraints.* Assess company response to changing consumer behaviour while identifying opportunities to create valuable customer journeys* Ensure appropriate data collection and analysis techniques are implemented, utilising results to develop informed insights and recommendations while evaluating strategic options.* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders during the entire process of solution development and delivery, ensuring the right technical infrastructure is in place for optimal business results.* Utilise your knowledge of complex strategy concepts to serve as the organisation’s subject matter expert.Job Offer* Attractive, tax-free salary* Opportunity to work for a leading, global organisation in the Middle East.* Extensive business travel and generous travel benefits* Structured and measurable progression and growth opportunities* Opportunity to work with inspiring, engaging, and driven leadership.

    * An undergraduate degree from a top-tier university, preferably in the fields of in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or Industrial Engineering* An MBA or relevant master’s degree is strongly beneficial but not essential.* 3 – 5 years’ experience in tech/digital strategy consulting within a top consulting firm / market research agencies / mix of consulting and relevant industry experience* Strong familiarity with strategic models, metrices and best practices* Strong command of written and spoken English; Arabic language skills are strongly preferred.* Excellent verbal and written presentation skills* Strong data analysis skills with excellent knowledge in MS office* Certifications in PMP, Lean, Six Sigma, BPR techniques is a plus.* Ability to interact and engage with the C-level management and executive leadership team.* Willingness to travel

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

    Finance & Accounting
    Banking & Financial Services
    Procurement
    Property & Construction
    Engineering & Supply Chain
    Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering
    Human Resources
    Sales
    Marketing
    Technology
    Secretarial
    Executive Search
    Legal

    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

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    Recruitment Consulting Professional – Strategy & Change | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    You will work on a consultative basis to explore and understand client requirements, then develop tailored recruitment solutions that will support their talent-related needs. You will act as a trusted Advisor and regional subject leader through developing your functional knowledge and building a network of top regional professionals for mutual benefit.Client DetailsThe Middle East is one of the most exciting regions in the world for pace of progression; and opportunities to quickly build a fruitful network as a recruitment professional. Michael Page has 55+ consultants from 15+ nationalities and cultivates a professional, yet relaxed and fun environment with a supportive leadership team who work hard to ensure the Consultant population have all the tools needed to be a great success in their roles.DescriptionAs a Recruitment Consultant you will join a discipline with fantastic opportunities for growth across the business, with the aim to play a key role in the ongoing growth through key account management, new client development and internal expansion.Your role will include: * Creating client-focussed recruitment solutions through consultative fact-finding.* Creating a strategic business development plan to build a scalable and sustainable client portfolio.* Developing, testing and utilising your leadership capabilities to build a successful team.* Managing recruitment processes end to end with full candidates and client responsibility.* Achieving monthly, quarterly and annual revenue targets* Growing the Michael Page brand and developing internal and external relationshipsJob Offer* An outstanding long term opportunity with a stable and progressive career path* Premiere Regional HQ location – Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)* Ongoing training and development* Opportunity to become one of the Middle East Management Team* Fun culture with a work hard/play hard attitude* Tax-free salary and bonus* International career opportunities in the future

    * Existing Recruitment Consulting or Management Consulting experience* Track record of building client partnership relationships and tailoring solutions to meet the needs of a varied client base* Demonstrable loyalty and success. * Track record of building and managing relevant and successful, mutually beneficial relationships* Genuine leadership skills with ability and desire to take on a bigger role in the future* Excellent time management and organisational skills* Collaborative approach with a passion for delivering top quality service

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

    Finance & Accounting
    Banking & Financial Services
    Procurement
    Property & Construction
    Engineering & Supply Chain
    Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering
    Human Resources
    Sales
    Marketing
    Technology
    Secretarial
    Executive Search
    Legal

    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

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    Payroll Accountant – ACCA, CA,CPA | Creative Zone

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Creative Zone Group is growing and we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant with Payroll experience to join our expanding Group Finance team in Dubai.Your responsibilities will include:- Maintaining Day-to-Day Accounts, preparing receipts, payments, and journal vouchers.- Banking Transactions, Bank Reconciliation, and Payable accounts reconciliations.- Effective cash flow management, Budgeting & Analysis.- Maintaining petty cash transactions and statements.- Preparing weekly and monthly sales reports for the management.- Preparing payment for suppliers and aging analysis of debtors.- Finalization of accounts monthly- Handling internal and external audit work support to solve the queries and provide the necessary documents.- To interact with clients, handling their queries & issues.- Book Keeping.- Preparing and filing VAT returns, if required.- Monthly payroll processing across the Group- Ensuring the most efficient payroll process within the Group Finance function.- Interacting with Entity Finance Managers to ensure smooth delivery of payroll inputs.- Liaising closely with the HR Operations team to ensure successful reconciliation and processing of payroll to monthly deadlines.- Compiling payroll reports for multiple entities and sharing it with the management/board- Posting payroll-related entries in the books- Raising payroll-related invoices between entities- Initiating bank transfers and WPCreative Zone is one of UAE’s largest and most trusted business setup advisory firms. Creative Zone’s registration professionals have helped over 44,000 aspiring entrepreneurs and SMEs grow their businesses in the UAE since its inception in 2010. Creative Zone was created with a simple yet revolutionary model for the UAE marketplace; to serve as a one-stop shop, from company registration with flexible payment plans to offering value-added services to help SMEs sustain and grow their business.

    Salary:
    AED
    8,000 to 10,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    To join our team you will have :- Degree in Accounting or Finance- ACCA/ CA qualified- 3 years of work experience in a similar role in the UAE- Accounting and Payroll experience- Knowledge of UAE VAT and Tax Computations would be an advantage- Understanding of Accounts Payables and Receivables would be an advantage- Excellent communication skills- 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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    Investment Manager | ADIV Human Resources Consultancy

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Investment Manager (Private multi-asset investment firm in Abu Dhabi)The ClientOur client is a regional private multi-asset investment firm in Abu Dhabi with presence in several asset classes including platform investments, public equity and venture capital.The roleThe key purpose of the Investment Manager role is to be responsible for developing and managing investment opportunities through proper investment process and asset allocation criteria. He/ She will also oversee and monitor the performance of new and existing platform to achieve set goals and exits. This role reports directly to the Managing Director/ Chairman.Key Responsibilities:- Develop key investment themes and identify potential target companies within relevant segments; Propose investment strategies & implementation plans.- Support Deal sourcing and execution of new investment transactions; Analyze market and develop comparative/industry analysis.- Supervise and provide quality assurance of complex, financial modeling and analysis, valuation, and financial statement analysis.- Plays key role in M&A activities by providing analytic support, project management, presentations, communication and recommendations to senior management.- Leading the due diligence process when assessing new investments overseeing the building of financial models for potential new investments. – Assisting in all aspects of deal execution including market and financial due diligence, structuring and contract negotiation.- Guide the integration and value creation of acquired companies. – Providing hands-on support to portfolio companies on various matters (i.e. reporting, financial and capital program analysis, budgeting); business model assessments & enhancements; Seek operational efficiencies within underlying entities; Driving value creation and leading exit routes for portfolio companies; support strategy implementation by linking qualitative & quantitative KPIs to financial performance.- Collaborate with cross-functional deal teams to structure the deal, prepare and close all required documentation;- Management of deal structuring and interaction with internal and external stakeholders.- Assist in all public, local equity and fixed income investments considerations.- Build and manage VC investment opportunities and related process for startups and early-stage investments.

    Key requirements- University degree in Economics, Finance, Investment or a related discipline, professional qualifications such as CFA, and master’s degree is a plus- Fluent in English, with preference to Arabic speaking candidates- 15 years+ experience within Private Equity, (Investment) Banking (M&A, corporate finance) or similar. – Knowledge in Venture capital & start-ups with ability to build a pipeline of early-stage investments. – Excellent financial, capital operation, project appraisal and investment decision-making skills.- Previous transaction experience on either the buy or sell side.- Strong understanding of and experienced in building financial models for valuations and financial returns analysis.- Ability to apply sound business judgment and an analytical, pragmatic and creative approach to problem solving.- High level of discipline and integrity with positive attitude and ability to work independently and under pressure.- Ability to plan and prioritize effectively: strong project / process management skills.- Ability to develop strong relationships with people at all levels.- Very strong verbal and written communication skills, including negotiation and presentation.- Technically proficient (Advanced) in Excel, Word, PowerPoint essential

    ADIV Human Resources Consultancy L.L.C.” is an Abu Dhabi based on-shore company and we operate with high standards and provide value-added services. We understand the volatility of the market and the change in the needs of its clients. Keeping this in mind, we hire only the best of Consultants whose exposure to the market and the region is of the highest standards. “ADIV Human Resources Consultancy L.L.C.” will make the talented people fit into the right place so that they can enhance their skills. We uphold this responsibility to fulfill our commitment as ‘Let’s make the solutions possible for all diversity of people’ More

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    Corporate Tax – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismGeneral Tax ConsultingManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career within Corporate Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet their tax obligations while managing the impact tax has on their business. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing working capital, and profit sharing for partners. You’ll also help organisations understand the pricing implications of goods and services between related parties, as well as providing advice on tax implications of deals.The helps our clients improve their tax function to control risk and facilitate better decision making. You’ll focus on helping businesses with tax strategy, ensuring tax compliance, increasing post tax profits, and providing application support to achieve the best corporate tax practices.Our team is a leading international tax adviser to the largest Middle East (ME) and foreign headquartered multinational companies operating in the ME. Our clients include many household names and are from all industry sectors. The work is cutting edge tax advice; it is technically demanding and creative, and offers opportunities to assist international and ME clients navigate the most recent global and local tax developments.- We are looking for a Senior Manager who will relish the technical challenges in this area and enjoy the opportunities to develop the business, build relationships with a wide range of clients and develop teams to support them. Candidates will need a strong track record of delivering and managing complex corporate tax projects as part of a multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of the BEPS initiatives and the latest international tax developments will be an advantage.- You will be responsible for building close relationships with a wide range of clients and working as part of a team to deliver the Firm’s corporate tax services, including corporate tax advisory, tax planning and assessment, and providing guidance and recommendations.  – The role also entails managing a portfolio of clients, handling and dealing with their corporate tax requirements, updates and other corporate tax related matters, holding discussions with regulators to negotiate disputes/ rulings and interpretation of tax provisions, as well as being involved in tax accounting.  – As a Senior Manager you will manage multiple complex engagements, coach/guide team members on projects, assignments and client interactions, and grow the business and develop business opportunities. – The client work is stimulating and rarely routine. It offers opportunities to help solve the tax and business issues of companies and to be a leading adviser on the latest tax developments. The work is wide-ranging, including modelling the impact of legislative changes, advising on associated corporate and operational restructuring, as well as supporting clients to address the business and tax technical impact of such changes internally. – The team will provide you with the opportunity to put into practice your tax technical skills in a stimulating and challenging environment, working alongside a group of talented individuals to support you. – You will benefit from a progressive environment where you will be encouraged to develop client relationships and other soft skills in addition to technical expertise. There will also be opportunities to develop deeper knowledge in particular areas of interest such as international structuring,advising on operating models, or certain industry sectors.   – The role will be both varied and challenging and will provide significant opportunities to develop your career. As a Senior Manager you will have the opportunity to work with and learn from Directors and Partners on your client teams, including some of the best known practitioners in their fields. In addition, you will have a ‘Career Coach’ who will help with your career, well-being and development. In terms of wider development opportunities, you will have the opportunity to progress your career in the Firm through gaining wide-ranging experience across industries and locations. Being a global organisation we are able to offer staff the opportunity to go on international secondments and there are further options to develop technically and professionally through varied client secondments.

    Requirements:- You will have gained significant corporate tax advisory experience pertaining to multi-jurisdictional businesses. – You will have strong technical and report writing skills – including the ability to interpret tax legislation and review agreements from a tax perspective.  – You will also have experience of tax reporting, tax accounting and/or tax audit.  – Ideally, you will also have knowledge of the BEPS initiatives and the latest international tax developments. – You will need strong analytical skills, commercial awareness and a flexible approach, combined with the ability to work as part of a number of client teams simultaneously. – You will have experience of developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal and external stakeholders.  – You will have excellent project management skills – including managing multiple projects simultaneously as well as managing resources, budget, billing, collection. – You are fluent in written and spoken English and have good Excel skills. – You will have a focus on self-development and on the development of those working with you. – You will have at least 7 years of relevant work experience. – A professional (tax or accounting) qualification (e.g. ACA, CTA, ADIT, ACCA or equivalent) is preferred.

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

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

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

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

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

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    Tax – International Tax Services / M&A – Director | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismGeneral Tax ConsultingManagement LevelDirectorJob Description & SummaryA career within International Tax Services will provide you with the opportunity to help PwC address their cross border tax needs both locally and globally by managing their global tax rates, finding areas of cost reduction, and responding to inquiries from regulatory authorities. You’ll gain a global perspective and an awareness of tax issues stemming from changes to evolving business structures and geographic expansions.Our International Tax Services Generalist – Practice Support team advises PwC on tax laws and reporting, legislation and planning strategies based on the geography and jurisdiction. You’ll be assisting our team with local tax laws, reporting requirements, statutory filings, corporate strategy, transfer pricing and indirect tax and other international taxation needs.You will be leading inbound tax matters as well as M&A transactions and company formations.  A detailed description of the type of work is as follows:    – Advising clients on the choice of vehicles to undertake business pursuant to Qatar’s laws and regulations as well as assisting clients to set up their businesses in Qatar (e.g. formation of companies).   – Drafting and reviewing documents and agreements (e.g. articles of association, shareholders’ agreements, service agreements) and dealing with the relevant ministries. – Advising multinational clients to structure their investments and operations in Qatar and the wider Middle East region in a tax efficient manner.   – Advising large Qatari and GCC clients (including sovereign wealth funds) on the tax efficient structuring of their global investments (e.g. private equity, real estate, infrastructure, listed securities etc) across multiple territories.  – M&A work including tax due diligence, tax efficient structuring of acquisitions (e.g. shares v assets, holding structures etc) and input into SPA and includes both inbound into the region as well as outbound acquisitions by strategic Qatari clients.   Our clients include a number of Shariah compliant banks so there is opportunity to be involved in Islamic Finance work as well. – A good understanding of international tax issues (e.g. holding structures, double tax treaties, permanent establishment issues, withholding taxes, taxation systems of other countries etc).

    Requirements: – Good understanding of M&A practices, including, consulting multinational corporations, privately held companies and partnerships with respect to the tax aspects of planning, structuring and executing transactions of all sizes; analyzing proposed transactions for unusual tax risks or undetermined tax benefits; and advising clients on tax-efficient restructurings, divestitures, spin-offs, due diligence and strategy formulation. – Strong technical and report writing skills – including the ability to interpret legislation and by-laws and review and draft agreements  – Excellent project management skills – including managing multiple projects simultaneously across a number of jurisdictions as well as management of resources, budget, billing, collection – Fluency in written and spoken English (fluency in Arabic is also preferred but not essential) – Coaching, developing, mentoring and training junior staff  – At least 9 years of relevant work experience required – Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting required. Master of Science in Taxation, or Master of Law degree in Taxation preferred. – Experience in identifying and addressing client needs – Building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships – Considerable experience as a team leader – Good business writing and Excel skills – Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness Essential skills: – Writing, reporting and presentation skills are essential, as well as management, coordination, coaching and business development Skills   Desirable skills: – Entrepreneurial skills, cross selling and business development 

    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