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    IT – Tech Majlis Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    IT – Tech Majlis Associate – EgyptLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Information Technology, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to support our core business functions by deploying applications that enable our people to work more efficiently and deliver the highest levels of service to our clients. You’ll focus on managing the design and implementation of technology infrastructure within PwC, developing and enhancing both client and internal facing applications within PwC, and providing technology tools that help create a competitive advantage for the Firm to drive strategic business growth.Our Information Technology Development team helps develop and supports internal information technology systems and applications for use by all staff levels. You’ll help our team develop programmes and applications that cater to PwC’s strategic technology needs using your knowledge of technical domains of application.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:- Create an innovative Technology focssed environment where customer satisfaction is primary.- Deliver a daily service providing a focal point for customer interaction and support for all hardware and software issues including [but not limited to] client, mobility, wireless, printing, connectivity, applications.- Maintain/resolve all open incidents/tasks within ticket queue in a timely manner.- Partner with other IT teams on new technology introduction projects to ensure the site is prepared to deploy, educate and support the new solutions.- Ensure all business policies and standards around security and compliance are being met by the Tech Lounge service.- Analyse Tech Lounge performance data and adapt service to better meet business requirements.- Be a resource and guidance for customers with regard to technology use, PwC working policies and procedures.- Establish strong, open working relationships with customers at all levels.- Proactively anticipate, identify and resolve problems, applying knowledge in complex, difficult or stressful situations.- Effectively communicate and share technical information to audiences at all levels of the organization.- Drive a culture of change and innovation

    Requirements- Experience leading a team within a working retail/service environment- Excellent customer service skills- High levels of energy and self-motivation- Enthusiastic around technology and innovation- Effective problem identification and solutions skills- Ability to lead from the front and drive a culture of change- Strong team player and collaborator- Fluent in written and spoken EnglishDesired Characteristics- Experience in delivering a technical support service- Technical expertise [Windows, Apple Mac, Mobile]- Experience working in a global organisation- Proven analytical skills

    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 – Acceleration Centre (Transfer Pricing) Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Acceleration Centre (Transfer Pricing) Associate – CairoManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Transfer Pricing services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients develop compliant, tax efficient structures that help advance their business goals. You’ll focus on all aspects of documentation planning, dispute resolution, and advance pricing agreements.Our team is responsible for all aspects of intercompany pricing arrangements between related business entities, including transfers of intellectual property, transfers of tangible goods, services and loans, and other financing transactions.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.

    Role requirements:- Bachelors in Finance, or Accounting- Experience: Between fresh graduates and upto 1-2 years of work- Knowledge of finance OR economic OR tax concepts (would be great if they have some basic knowledge of Transfer Pricing)- Good communication skills, preferably with Arabic speaking and writing capability – Capability and willingness to work hard in a timeline driven set upTravel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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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    Rewards Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Rewards Associate – JordanLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelAssociateJob 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.Our Total Rewards team plays an important role in supporting the attraction, engagement, and retention of key talent for the Firm. As part of the team, you’ll help develop and administer our total rewards programme by focusing on areas such as competitive benchmarking, tax and regulatory compliance, and incentive design and linkage to performance management.Responsibilities: – Manage compensation & benefits related data for PwC ME – Produce adhoc reports and analysis – Assist with the drafting of Reward Policies & Procedures – Assist with year end salary and bonus planning cycle

    Requirements:- Ability to maintain highly confidential information is essential – Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines – Excellent problem solving, analytical, and decision making skills – Strong attention to detail and data accuracy is essential – Must be a self-motivated problem-solver – High competentence in Excel and ideally Google Sheets – comfortable with vlookups and pivot tables with a desire to expand this skill set further – Basic PowerPoint / slide skills Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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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    Accounting & Payroll – IT PMO Fixed Contract (4 Months) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Accounting & Payroll – IT PMO Fixed Term Contract (4 Months) – DohaLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismTRS ConsultingManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Financial Accounting practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions.Our team provides our clients with customised accounting services based on their in house needs and current International Financial Reporting Standards (International Financial Reporting Standards) guidelines. You’ll work with our team to provide specialist advice and training in areas such as financial instruments, business combinations, pensions and share schemes, listings, corporate treasury, company secretarial and corporate governance.Description:The responsibilities of the PMO Manager include managing the day-to-day activities in the PMO, providing guidance on PMO policies and processes, overseeing project management staff, and collaborating with other department leaders to develop projects and programs.To be successful as a PMO Manager, you should demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. Ultimately, a top-notch PMO Manager should be well organized and able to work under pressure.PMO Manager Responsibilities:- Collaborating with other department leaders to define, prioritize, and develop projects.- Planning project management, including setting deadlines, prioritizing tasks, and assigning team members to various deliverables.- Analyzing financial data, including project budgets, risks, and resource allocation.- Providing financial reports and budget outlines to Executives.- Overseeing the development of the project and ensuring that team members are carrying out their tasks efficiently while upholding the organization’s standards.- Drafting new and improving existing project management office policies and processes.- Continuously evaluating projects to ensure they are meeting standards, adhering to budgets, and meeting deadlines.- Accurately documenting the project’s creation, development, and execution as well as documenting the project’s scope, budget, and justification.

    – Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or Engineering or equivalent work experience required- 10+ years of IT and business experience in strategic planning, development, implementation and maintenance of systems, preferably across multiple hardware and software platforms- A Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification may be advantageous.- Out of the 10 years required, a minimum of 7 years’ experience in a managerial position may be advantageous.- Experience in PMO and execution of multiple related development projects simultaneously, particularly as Project Manager on systems development, with working knowledge of Systems Development Lifecycle and the Project Management Lifecycle- Strong leadership skills.- Good written and verbal communication skills.- Strong attention to details and technicalities.- Excellent organizational and technical skills.- Good interpersonal and multi-tasking skills.Preferred:- Master’s degree in business- or technology-related field- Locally available in Qatar- Arabic proficiencyTravel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    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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    Health and Safety Expert | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Internal Firm Services – OtherManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryThe main purpose of this role is to ensure implementation of Health and Safety legal, firm, and global standards at the office. The role is taken as part of the nominated employee’s work role, and will account for a percentage of her/his total time provided in that role.- To lead implementation of the management system for health and safety, and provide feedback through employees and management to ensure the health and safety management system is in line with the office and network objectives- Ensure legal requirements in the country are implemented and provide feedback of compliance to the Business Resilience and OGC functions on periodical basis to ensure continuous compliance with the country’s legal requirements- Lead and plan the process office inspections and audits to ensure the office is equipped to respond to emergencies, then report on the inspection outcomes to the head of the department and the related office personnel- Contribute to the wider HSE objectives where needed, such as participation in projects, or studies in the office that will improve health and safety status at the workplace- Participate in the implementation of health and safety projects that are carried out in the firm, including other offices where required.- Lead the process of incident investigations and the tracking, reporting, and analyzing incidents including near misses at the office- Communicate with stakeholders in the office to ensure that health and safety awareness is maintained and improved- Acts as a technical reference within the office for health and safety issues, and responsible for providing necessary support and technical advice to ensure smooth activities and achievement of targets at each company- The job holder must demonstrate strong leadership skills to ensure consistent delivery of health and safety practices in the office / country.Training of non-qualified personnel:- Accredited as a health and safety expert by the authorities in Saudi ArabiaPeople:- To work closely with other colleagues of the BR management team with the aim of knowledge sharing, and successionPlanning:- Other resources or assets (e.g. contracts, service level agreements)- Monitor supplier agreements and contracts in line with procurement requirements- Environment Health and safety is a Network requirement which impacts the business as a whole. Failure to ensure the firm’s compliance and best practice in this area could result in prosecution, claims against the firm, increased insurance premium costs and reputational damage, which could lead to loss of business, as well as increase the risk to the health and safety of staff, contractors and visitors to our offices.- The role nominee needs to have professional understanding of health and safety requirements, s/he will need to be authorized to take action on ground and implement changes in the office.- The nominee needs to have good communication skills with office partners and staff, and be able to negotiate well implementation requirements.- A broad understanding of PwC and its functions. It is also important to understand the differences in the LoS and understand their roles and tasks in order to ensure the right advice is given that do not impede the function of the business. A solid understanding of the different functions of I&P and how they interact with each other and H&S as well as understanding the wider functions of Operations and how they interact with each other and with the different LoS.

    Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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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    E-Learning Project Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryDesigns, builds, and implements web-based, multi-media development solutions which use instructional methods that best suit the content and learning needs of participants.Responsibilities- Designs, builds, and implements web-based, multi-media development solutions which use instructional methods that best suit the content and learning needs of participants.- Develops curriculum, course material, and assessment techniques that meet the defined learning objectives.- Supports design and implementation of projects.- Conducts and supports in-person training modules when necessary.- Provides subject matter support to appropriate areas.- Collaborates proactively with team members and other internal clients to design and implement the most effective development solutions.- Provides technology support and project management in support of department initiatives.- Helps set strategies for e-Learning initiatives.- Promotes innovation in the use of e-Learning and Instructor Led Training (ILT) throughout the curriculum.- Reviews teaching and learning programs to assist their potential for on-line delivery and advises on which areas of the curriculum can be redesigned/enhanced using e-Learning.

    Knowledge / Skills / Abilities- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under aggressive time frames.- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.- Demonstrated ability to be organized and detailed oriented.- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment to meet production deadlines.- Demonstrated presentation skills.- Ability to quickly understand and assimilate new technologies.Qualifications Required- Bachelor’s degree, or equivalency.- Five plus years of technical courseware development and related business experience.- Learning Management System (LMS) experience.

    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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    eCom Optimization Specialist | Chalhoub Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Who we are We are a leading partner for luxury across the Middle East. With more than 600 stores, 300 brands and over 65 years of experience in the region, we have become a major player in the beauty, fashion and gift sectors, by offering service excellence to our partners and delighting all our customers. We are moving fast from a traditional distributor and retailer for luxury in the Middle East, to a hybrid retailer bringing luxury experiences to the fingertips of customers everywhere. To fuel the next stage of our growth we are looking to build a world class team. From physical retail through to supply chain and customer loyalty, we aim to use technology and data to continuously improve every aspect of our operations. We are looking for top talent to join us on this journey of exploring new horizons together. What you’ll be doing Utilize sales, customer analytics, content and SEO strategies to decide how products should be displayed online to maximize traffic and conversion rates; this includes:- Guarantee optimum brand presentation in homepages, landing pages and product description – Product assortment by best sellers, unsung heroes and new launches to optimize sales – Build and create pages on the website using HTML – Homepage banners and content update to guide customers to our current promotions, newness, product recommendations and best sellers – Use of SEO strategies to drive traffic to the website and help conversion rates – Optimizing product pages including; product imagery, monitoring reviews, cross-sells/upsell and product page ‘special offer’ banners – Optimize the catalogue to increase conversion rates – Analyse website performance, traffic, conversion and other KPIs across regions and countries – Monitor google analytics on a daily basis to create actionable recommendations – Systematically organize, upload, and manage digital content (copy, images, video) for multiple beauty brands – Update & enrich existing product content on Faces.com, while adding new products where applicable – Coordinate with internal team & brands to ensure product content is accurate, correctly nested, and properly uploaded

    What you’ll need to succeed – Good product management and liaison with wider teams – Perfect bilingual in Arabic & English is fundamental: Faces wants to be Arabic-first – Perfectionist attitude will be required, they will need to spot and correct any mistake in our catalog – Proficient in (SEO) writing : the job is not only uploading and updating but also enriching product content, SEO skills are a plus but not required – Understanding of the beauty industry is key as the person will need to write about beauty products – Proactive mentality & passionate to become part of a fast-growing e-commerce business – Merchandising on Site: Commercial awareness to drive conversion rates onsite – Knowledge and expertise on HTML to be able to build web pages – Ability to deliver presentations and reports to senior staff – Stellar communication What we can offer you With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day. We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.

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

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

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

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

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    Technology Consulting Client Solution Principal | Oracle

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Technology Consulting Client Solution Principal for Saudi Responsible for sales of Oracle consulting services. Responsible for selling a sub-set of Consulting solutions and services. Drive gathering and reuse of IP in positioning Consulting solutions. Contributes to the achievement of a solution/business unit target. Has a good understanding of the relevant market.. Recognized senior solution expert internally and externally. Provides detailed expertise in creating technical solutions for specified needs and for creating cross-solutions where needed. Drive key strategic sales programs and initiatives in alignment with Licensee sales. Lead strategic account planning for major accounts where in depth knowledge of a solution set, including competitive offerings affect the long term objectives and strategy.

    12 plus years of relevant field sales experience. Able to develop strong internal relationships. Able to network and develop strong business relationships with customers such that they turn to Oracle for their resource needs. Able to generate leads and submit proposals to the client utilizing a broad knowledge of Oracle service offerings. Able to generate consulting services and nurture and close the transaction. Viewed as an expert in the field. Recognized authority and leading contributor in immediate business area/function. Work is non routine and very complex, involving the application of advanced technical/ business skills. Bachelors degree preferred. As part of Oracle’s employment process candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment screening process. This will involve identity and employment verification, professional references, education verification and professional qualifications and memberships (if applicable).

    Oracle offers an integrated array of applications, databases, servers, storage, and cloud technologies to empower modern business. For most companies, flexibility is critical. Oracle provides a wide choice of software, systems, and cloud deployment models – including public, on-premises, and hybrid clouds – to ensure that technology flexes to the unique needs of a business.

    Oracle Cloud is a complete, integrated stack of platform, infrastructure, and application services. With advanced scalability and security, Oracle Cloud enables technical agility across the enterprise, connects people to information for clearer insights, and fosters efficiency through simplified workflows.

    More than 420,000 customers across 145 countries have harnessed Oracle technology to accelerate their digital transformation. More