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    Customer Account Executive | A Leading Group In The Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Customer Account Executive in the insurance industry• Dealing with existing policyholders by answering their daily requests• Meeting policyholders to renew insurance policies• Excellent communication, negotiating and networking skills with top management and decision makers• Ability to work cross-functionally across different business processes

    Key Requirements/Skills/Experience :• Languages : English, Arabic• Communication skills• Junior or fresh graduateIf you are interested in the position above and think you have the right profile please send your resume.

    A leading group in the Middle East. More

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    Growth Strategy Manager | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Charterhouse is working in partnership with a successful eCommerce start-up which has experienced rapid growth over the past few years, due to this our client is now looking to appoint a Growth Strategy Manager. This role will be responsible for managing special projects on behalf of the business and identifying new business verticals to support long term development plans. This role will report to the Head of Strategy and work closely alongside them to determine the long term business model. There will be the opportunity to take full ownership for special projects from conducting initial research and analysis, presenting strategies to business stakeholders then overseeing the development of new business lines. This is the perfect role for someone who has a consultancy background and experience of working in a successful start-up or eCommerce organisation, with the ability to make critical business decisions and thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment. A major focus will be to identify ways of penetrating new markets and building new business lines which support the long term business strategy and optimize revenue streams. Past experience of successfully developing new business verticals and leading strategic growth projects is a key requirement for our client. There will be a lot of collaboration with the entire team including tech, finance and operations, in addition to acting as a trusted business partner to stakeholders to provide strategic insights and clear road maps to achieve business objectives.

    To be considered for this role you should have a bachelor’s Degree in business or a related field, MBA is advantageous. At least 4 – 5 years’ experience working in a multinational consultancy or successful eCommerce / start up business in a manager level or Individual contributor capacity is required. UAE experience and good working knowledge of the Middle East market is essential.

    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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    IT Audit Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob 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 a Senior 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:- Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.- Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.- Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.- Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.- Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.- Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.- Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.- Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.- Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.- 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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    Global Account Manager | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    In our business, we are passionate about our people who are inspiring excellence in how we engage with our clients and applying solutions to build a better working world. As an Account Manager, you will be given a group of our important core clients, to support our business in ensuring that we deliver only the best. The opportunity As part of the primary account team, reporting to the regions Business Development Leader and with close connection to some of EY’s senior leaders, your time will be focused on activities to enable achievement of objective around account satisfaction, administration, and management. Responsible for implementing global account activation strategy and planning in collaboration with account leadership in the region. The Account Manager will work with the Global Client Service Partner (GCSP), Business Development Leader (BDL) and Client Executive (CE) to drive global account activation; sales and program management; and account communications and administration. The Account Manager ensures that all locations and Service Lines (SL) of the firm are actively engaged around our largest, most complex global accounts and that we deliver Exceptional Client Service (ECS) in all internal and external encounters. Key responsibilities – Implement global Account Activation strategy, methodology and processes at Account level – Support account strategy working with account leadership and drive global execution of account plan – Support service line planning activity and account integration and prepare for and facilitate account meetings – Responsible for follow-up on account actions by tracking progress against deadlines and driving activity – Proactively liaise with account team members to drive account actions and initiative – Understand both the client’s business agenda and EY services to enable leveraging the global EY network to connect our clients to the right people – Manage and own the annual global revenue planning process – Own and Coordinate the Client Relationship Management (CRM) process – Manage the account pipeline process and drive discipline across global team – Coordinate the pursuit process for opportunities, working closely with key partners – Identify EY thought leadership and insights to be shared with the client – Serve as subject matter expert for all information related to the account – Manage Off-shore Account Coordinators- overseeing pipeline management, financial analysis, sales cycle support, client research, plan management, reporting, performance, and documentation management – Understand and define decision-making requirements to engage in designing and altering customized account report requirements – Monitor, analyze and highlight key operational performance with recommended action and resolution – Monitor the account new business development costs for local and global chargebacks – Provide admin support for account meetings scheduling and any other administrative tasks – Lead connectivity of Account Managers/Coordinators locally and around the globe sharing best practice across EY account network – Set and manage expectations with account stakeholders – Maintain a compliant status of all account threshold and processes to meet stakeholder requirements – Identify and drive the processing of account structural changes in the systems to maintain the account reporting integrity

    Skills and attributes for success – Strong knowledge of account management processes and tools – Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including strong command of English and Arabic. – Strategic thinking and excellent Excel and data analytical skills – Strong attention to detail and sound organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously – Proactive action items/follow-up, input/ideas, and account teaming – Strong leadership and collaboration with onshore and remote teams – Flexible and resilient to changing priorities To qualify you must have – A bachelor’s or post-graduate degree (emphasis in Marketing or Business preferred) or equivalent relevant experience – 8+years of account management or similar relevant experience, ideally gained within a global multinational company – Professional Services experience preferred but not essential – Must have excellent proficiency in English and Arabic writing, speaking, and presenting skills. – Demonstrate the ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization – Proven sound judgment and flexibility in balancing multiple project requirements, tight deadlines, and keeping people and projects moving on schedule, with high attention to detail What we look for We are looking for people who can combine, great listening skills, collaboration, influencing and commercial acumen. Being able thrive in an ever changing, diverse, multi-cultural environment where we expect exceptional quality and show passion for your work will set you up for success. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform, and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

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

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

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

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    Assurance Learning and Development Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Learning and Development, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to contribute to the success of our people by developing quality and relevant learning initiatives that constantly improve the PwC experience. You’ll help us identify and source the best instructors, develop learning and performance improvement solutions across traditional and virtual classroom environments, and consult with other areas of the Firm to ensure our curriculums and initiatives support the PwC strategy.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 I 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.Duties and Responsibilities Logistics and Reports- Consolidate feedback from evaluations and produce relevant reports accordingly.- Split the consolidated evaluation reports and send the evaluation reports to each instructor.- Prepare summaries of tutor evaluations, with key recommendations for next season.- Coordinate all details related to enrollment courses: full ownership of attendee list, printing, updating materials etc.- Coordinate and plan all training programs logistics, catering, and room set-up.- Act as hotel/conference room liaison and provide onsite support at internal & external training events.- Create and update completion reports and maintain defaulters’ sheets accordingly.- Generate reports related to training records Internal Process- Review and control data needed for analysis, budgets, and forecasting.- Assist in creating new budgets where needed.- Prepare appropriate forms, correspondence, and records regarding course attendance, feedback on- programs, instructors, etc.- Document processes and procedures to streamline course coordination for consistency.- Coordinate the participation of instructors for programs when necessary.- Coordinate material production and inventory for assigned courses.- Prepare and send advance material packages to participants.- Track distribution of materials where appropriate.- Manage WebEx sessions.- Plan for training seasons and track the progress of action plan implementation.- Issue warning letters for all defaulters who failed to complete mandatory trainings and send them by email.- Allocate costs of the trainings conducted in hotels and split the expenses on attendees’ cost centers.- Manage and review all Professional Qualifications membership applications and data for students and ensure alignment with LoS PQ policy.Learning & Growth- Support improvements in the L&D department, specifically the increased delivery of standardised services.- Look for areas of continuous improvement across the Learning & Development function.- Promote collaboration, trust and improvement between team members and across the team.- Work on specific projects related to L&D initiatives as assigned.- Demonstrate a culture of continuous learning within the Learning & Development team and benchmark- against best practices in the L&D industry and country specific- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed.

    Requirements:- The candidate will be achievement oriented with the ability to be flexible and adaptive on a daily basis.- They will be able to work independently and as part of a team with a fast pace and a high energy that will translate into a high quality output.- Education: Bachelor s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology or Business Management is preferred- Years of Experience: 1-3 years, preferably within a professional services environment.- Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise work load whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.- Proven IT skills in the following programmes such as excel, word, PowerPoint, Google Drive and Google tools.- Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Fluent in English but multilingual- Arabic speaker preferable.- The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East where the project dictates.

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

    Employment:

    Full Time

    When 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 a Manager in Audit & Assurance, you will demonstrate and develop your capabilities in the following areas:• Builds trust and credibility by focusing on how to meet multiple stakeholder needs whilst providing constructive challenge on engagement issues • Reviews documentation of flows of transactions and tests of relevant controls early in the audit cycle to allow for timely assessment of the planned audit approach and the entity’s control environment • Suggests mitigating testing when controls are found to be ineffective, without always having to consult with the senior manager or partner. • Applies professional skepticism to consider the broader impact (e.g. fraud risks, communication with those charged with governance) on our audit when significant controls are found to be ineffective or other conditions may indicate possible misstatements • Recognises opportunities to add value, extend knowledge, increase impact and to provide exceptional stakeholder value through drawing expertise from across the firm and integrating specialists where appropriate as part of the core audit engagement team • Actively participates in the group risk assessment scoping of work to be performed by component auditors. • Prepares and reviews referral instructions on a timely basis that clearly set up the group auditor’s expectations and evaluates responses from component auditors • Runs file check regularly throughout the audit, checks all points have been cleared at the end of each audit and chooses an appropriate file structure for each engagement, including group engagements • Engages early with scheduling and the extended engagement team. • Clearly communicates expectations regarding responsibilities and deadlines to all members of the engagement team. • Communicates the project plan and any entity-related dependencies with the entity’s management team so that they are aware, at the beginning of the audit, of any repercussions (e.g., deadlines, fees) due to deviations from this plan. • Reconfirms their understanding with the entity’s management team in advance of key deadlines • Performs reviews with professional skepticism considering whether the results of testing sufficiently assess, test and objectively challenge the appropriateness and reliability of the assumptions and data used to support management’s assertions • Compliance with auditing and accounting standards, relevant laws and regulations (including specific local laws and regulations), ethical standards, independence requirements and the audit firm’s quality control proceduresLeadership Capabilities:• Challenges self and others to make an impact that matters for our clients, our colleagues and our communities and recognizes colleagues and teams for the impact they make, and helps connect their contributions with our broader purpose • Encourages teams to collaborate within and across businesses and borders, proactively helps make connections • Provides timely feedback to team members to drive high performance • Builds productive, long-term relationships with clients and colleagues, across a broad network, based on mutual respect • Demonstrates an understanding of Global, Business and Member Firm strategies.

    • Minimum 6+ years of experience in public accounting, auditing, audit management, budget, business plan, business strategy, preferably with big Audit Firms. • Extensive knowledge of best practice reporting and International financial reporting standards. • Able to ensure that the applicable accounting and auditing standards have been consistently applied and obtains appropriate evidence to support the assessment that the financial statements have been prepared in in accordance with the applicable financial reporting framework • Ability to develop one’s own knowledge and the knowledge of others as it relates to Deloitte’s tools and audit methodology and the applicable professional accounting and auditing standards through both formal learning and on-the-job training • Ability to thoroughly review audit documentation for completeness, accuracy and adequacy while ensuring timely archiving of work papers • International accounting qualification is required: CA, ACCA, or CPA. • Fluent in English (reading, speaking, and writing). Preference will be given to Bilingual candidates (Arabic/English).

    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 – Senior External Auditor | Deloitte & Touche (M.E.)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Audit & Assurance – Jordanian Resources Center – Senior External AuditorWhen 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 impact• Working in the Jordanian Resource Center gives you great exposure to the UAE Market. During your tenure as a Senior in Audit & Assurance (JRC), you will demonstrate and develop your capabilities in the following areas:• Builds trust and credibility with stakeholders by seeking to understand their service levels expectations and what matters to them individually • Delivers high quality services by demonstrating a practical awareness of the impact of regulation and risk management on business processes and controls • Takes responsibility for understanding key statistics and industry matters about entity before engagement begins • Adapts template referral instructions to clearly outline the scope of procedures to be performed, including the areas of audit focus. • Understands the structure of the group audit and for whom the referral instructions are intended • Liaises effectively with onshore and offshore Centres of Excellence in the delivery of relevant tasks, understanding the scope of work delegated to them and the importance of providing accurate and complete information to them • Assists in tracking deliverables from component auditors and seeks to understand the relevance and importance of these • Appropriately links risks, controls, procedures and findings from allocated sections across the EMS file on a timely basis • Can articulate the audit quality milestones, the ways in which teams demonstrate completeness of milestones, and how the audit quality milestones contribute to audit quality • Understands the rationale behind the timings of the audit plan and is prepared to offer challenge around whether work can be performed earlier in the audit cycle • Prepares documentation by anticipating questions that reviewers may ask and distinguishes accounting judgements and conclusions from auditing judgements and conclusions • Understands that it is important to develop relationships beyond the finance function in order to better understand the entity’s business and apply professional skepticism • Has a practical awareness of the risks around the engagement lifecycle and regulatory environment, and relevant practice protection policiesLeadership Capabilities:• Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact • Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent • Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track • Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills • Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business

    • Degree in Accounting or related field. Graduate degree is desired. • 4+ years of experience in public auditing and accounting, preferably with Big Audit Firms. • Supervise staff, inspect client financial records, compile and analyze data, prepare detailed audit reports and resolve accounting research issues. • Demonstrate ability to plan and manage engagements and people along with ensuring deliverables meet work plan specifications and deadlines. • International accounting qualification is desired: CA, ACCA, or CPA. Preferably CA. • Fluent in English (Reading, Speaking and Writing). Preference will be given to Bilingual candidates (Arabic/English). • Location Amman Jordan – Working on UAE Market • Can travel to UAE when needed

    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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    Director Recruiting | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelDirectorJob Description & SummaryA career in Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people. You’ll focus on helping the local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.It takes talented people to support the largest professional services organisation in the world. Our Recruiting team works to identify and attract talent for PwC. You’ll focus on engaging the most qualified experienced candidates by building relationships with job seekers and candidates, while understanding the dynamic hiring needs of each business. Our team actively recruits for full time employees at all levels, from experienced to executive, as well as fixed term, contingent, and flexible talent and supports the internal movement process between roles.Job Purpose (the Challenge)To lead the Recruitment COE and drive the firmwide recruitment strategy to attract and hire the best talents to PwC. Lead the development and transformation of employer brand and candidate experience, assessment approach, processes and technology. As an SME, the lead will develop and enhance recruiter capability to enable the Line of Service (LoS) recruiting teams to operate effectively and to a consistently high standard. The lead will also oversee the delivery of the Recruiting Services for the Internal Firms Service functions ( IFS) and for Graduates and Interns across PwC Middle East, ensuring that all hiring demand is delivered on time with the best quality talent, whilst providing customers with an excellent experience of PwC Middle East (PwC). Key DeliverablesStrategic Leadership- Together with Lines of Service co-create the Talent Acquisition strategy for PwC Middle east. – Define the TA Operating Model, Performance Indicators and standards X- LoS for PwC Middle East – Define the needs for key elements of the Recruiting Platform – Technology, Brand, Assessment, Recruiter Capability. – Manage with key stakeholders and partners the delivery of changes needed to deliver the Strategy and Platform. – Drive continuous improvement of the strategy and platform. Recruiting Team Leadership (IFS,  Graduate Teams and COE teams)- Coach and enable the Recruiting Leads for IFS and Graduate and interns to deliver excellent service, including. – Business Engagement : partner with business leaders within LoS, understand needs, agree the hiring plan and translate this to effective recruiting solutions. – Recruiting Service : lead and manage the delivery of the recruiting service ensuring that all hires are best fit, on time and at optimal cost. – Customer Experience : ensure that all Business Leaders, Hiring Managers and Candidates have an excellent experience with PWC. – Diversity: implement programmes to ensure that all diversity objectives relevant to TA are achieved.  – Recruiter Performance : ensure that all recruiters are effectively loaded, follow process and deliver to the agreed standards and metrics. – Management Information : provide relevant and insightful MI to support operation of recruiting and communications to customers and stakeholders Stakeholder Management- Drive internal partnership with key PwC stakeholders (LoS Partners, Hiring Managers, HR, Procurement, Finance, Technology)

    Education & Experience- Approx. 10+ years’ experience in Talent Acquisition recruiting for large multinational companies, with complex operations ideally in the professional services sector or other project based consulting business environments.  – 5 plus years leadership experience managing people to deliver recruiting services internationally. – Proven ability to lead small teams to deliver recruiting services in complex and dynamic circumstances and deliver the agreed objectives. – Good understanding of the key elements of a Talent Acquisition Model and best practice. (Demand Planning, Policy & Process, Employer Brand, Candidate Sourcing, Assessment Models, Technology, Management Information). – Proven ability to drive change in Talent Acquisition model delivering measurable improvements in services to business. – Capable to engage and manage relationships with clients up to Partner level – Experience of working in dynamic and changing business scenarios. – Proven ability to lead teams across culture, inspire, motivate and to develop the capability and performance of their people. – Excellent spoken and written English. Skills- Strategic Thinker: able to set a strategy that connects to business objectives and translate this into deliverable tactics and plans – Leadership: able leading and motivating large and diverse teams, giving them clarity, inspiring them to the mission and developing their capability to deliver.  – Drive: results focused, action orientated, willing challenge the status quo to improve – Resilience: able to sustain, adapt and renew themselves during challenging or changing business scenarios – Emotional Intelligence (EQ ): able to empathize and connect with others understand their needs, engage and communicate with them to get the best result for everyone. – Integrity: evidences strong personal integrity and business ethics – Negotiation: able to lead, plan and execute complex negotiations ensuring optimal outcomes for all parties

    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