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    Master Data and SE Analyst | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Position Title: Master Data and SE AnalystEmployment Type: Contract – 5 months (extendable) Salary: up to 15K AED all-inclusive depending on experience and qualificationsJob Location: Dubai, UAEAbout the Client: A highly respected Multi-national IT group based in DubaiJob Description:- Coordinate with stakeholders from various business functions and ensure inputs are refreshed for all critical data points relating but not limited to the following master data.- Improve the data completeness and quality using a rigorous MOS and by driving accountability with the key stakeholders mainly on SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) module.- Analyze large volumes of data and business processes from order to cash and the related master data requirements.- Ensure application of skills in adjacent systems e.g., Salesforce.com, Hybris and understand the communication between systems in terms of master and transactional data.- Develop and implement a HBT META Data governance process, naming data owners, validators, frequency of validation, and escalation matrix for non-compliance

    Qualifications: – 40 years old and below- At least 5 years’ experience in similar work role- High level of data analysis and proficiency in Excel- Must be comfortable working with large volumes of data- Strong familiarity with key business processes from order to cash and the related master data requirements

    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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    Mobile Developer Lead | Melodica

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Recruit the Developers and build his/her own team• Manage and own end-to-end delivery of the projects• Manage team and budget• Effective communication with other team members • Active involvement in all projects • Business requirements understanding and translating them into technical requirements• Experience in handling dedicated team and manage deliverables • Upskilling people in the team • Mentoring team members

    • Expert knowledge in Dart language• 4-7 years of experience in mobile software development (native or hybrid SDKs such as React Native, Ionic, etc.)• 2+ year experience in Flutter Development• Rock-solid understanding of Flutter’s out-of-the-box widgets and layout system• Understanding of state management and experience with state libraries such as Provider, MobX, Redux, Flux• Experience of handling location services, push notifications, 3rd party integrations in Flutter• Familiarity with design tools such as Adobe XD, Sketch, etc. to go from design to app independently• Have a basic understanding of Agile development and why it is necessary• Be able to write concise, well-documented (or self-documenting) code• Understand how to optimize client-facing software• Developed and deployed at least 3 flutter apps• Familiarity with RESTfuI APIs, GraphQL APIs, webhooks• Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token• Know how to deal with different screen sizes• Experience with version control such as Git and SVN• Strong knowledge of data structures, competition, modern design patterns, best practices in object-oriented software engineering• Good experience working on Material UI or any other UI framework• Very good understanding in MVM and MVVM architecture• Familiar with e-commerce Applications• Should be able with work with all gateways including SMS gateway and payment gateway• Implement robust app architectures and complex user interfaces• Follow clean coding practices including widget composition and atomic design principles• Write unit tests• Debug and solve defects• Use CI/CD for smooth deployment• Document the project and code efficiently• Follow company policies and quality procedures to ensure quality product deliverables• Use strong and innovative approach to problem solving and finding solutions• Have shipped applications to the App Store or Google Play Store

    Melodica Music and Dance Institutue is a music institute in Dubai, UAE established and registered under the Knowledge and Human Development Authority. Melodica have been operating since 2013 and are one of the top-rated independent music schools in Dubai with six branches across Dubai with a further four opening over 2018-2020.

    Melodica is registered with ABRSM, Trinity and RAD and specialise in teaching piano, vocals, guitar, violin, drums, saxophone, flute, ballet and hip hop for all age groups. With over 100 teachers from a variety of different backgrounds and nationalities including Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Serbia, Turkey, Bulgaria, Belarus, UK, South Africa, India, Canada and US, Melodica is a truly international school. More

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    Risk and Quality Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Risk and Quality Associate – JordanLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryThe Independence Associate is part of the Independence Team and operates across all lines of service. The team is responsible for providing support on developing independence policies and guidance (both firm and personal independence), helping engagement teams maintain independence and compliance according to regulatory rules and requirements.Primary Duty and Responsibilities: Financial • Adhere to the Independence budget Customer • Supporting the Business Relationship team with the review and clearance of joint business relationships across all LoS. • Emailing confirmation of updates to partner within agreed timeframes Managing the SLA for JBR requests Assisting engagement teams with the JBR and other Business Relationship clearances • Answering general queries in relation to Business Relationships • Liaising with Global Independence Compliance teams to resolve any unusual JBR technical/systems issues Internal Process • Updating a number of Independence systems • Performing data reconciliations for JBR Independence monitoring purposes Participating in internal training sessions and contributing to setting the agenda for the calls/meetings Learning and Growth • Liaise with Global to understand JBR system improvement initiatives • Adhere to policies and procedures • Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Education • A professional or academic qualification (degree level or equivalent), or extensive relevant and practical experience. • Language Fluency in English required, proficiency in Arabic is advantageous Overall Experience 1+ year of relevant experience. • Fresh graduate could be considered.Specific Experience • Experience with a professional services firm Preferred Knowledge and Skills • Strong analytical skills • Excellent Microsoft Excel/Word/Powerpoint skills • Problem solving skills and innovative mindset • Risk averse/risk management skills • Strong organization skills • Thoroughness and eye for detail • Time management skills and proactivity • Strong verbal and written communication skills Ethical conduct • A conscientious, ambitious team player, with good self-management skills and an ability to take initiative and share knowledge with peers.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Human Capital – Rewards Lead – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryPurpose• To develop and implement a Total Reward solution that will position PWC Middle East as an employer of choice, attract, retain and incentivize performance of our people.• This will be a key enabler for PWCs growth strategy over the next 5 years.Key Focus Areas• Total Reward Strategy – align PWCs leaders to a Total Reward philosophy that will enable PWC to compete for talent. • Design and Implement the total reward solution for PWC Middle East, including • Job Evaluation and Grading • Market Analysis & Benchmarking • Salary Scales

    Benefits • Incentives (Short Term and Long Term) • Design principles and governance for the delivery of reward related business programmes (bonus, salary reviews) • Lead design and operation of technology solution to enable Reward related business programmes. • Exception Management (adjustments, spot bonus, off cycle changes) • Drive a culture of continuous improvement. • Ensure all people are managed fairly, developed and enabled to play their roles. Scope:• Functional: Total Reward Strategy and Development for PWC Middle East • Serves: 6k employees in 12 locations (excluding Partners) • Leads: 2+ people

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Junior Accountant | Career Hunters

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Title: Junior AccountantReport To: Assistant Vice President – Finance DepartmentKey Responsibilities • Conduct accounting activities on day-to-day basis, and during monthly/quarterly/yearly closing.• Ensure that proper supporting documents and appropriate approvals are available while processing the transactions for accounting as well as while processing the payments.• Maintaining reliable and accurate accounting records.• Compiles and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.• Reconcile bank accounts posts to general and subsidiary ledgers.• Perform routine activities in accordance with agreed timelines and standards and discharge any other task assigned by superiors in a timely and effective manner.

    Candidate Profile• Requirement open for Kuwaiti nationals only.• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.• Minimum 0-2 years of relevant experience.• Fresh Graduate with minimum 3.0 GPA; Accounting experience would be preferred.• Excellent Arabic & English communicating skills.• Software Skills: Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook).

    Career Hunters, is an executive placement and recruiting firm working closely with our client corporations to provide the best talent in today’s competitive marketplace. We work to place executives who wish to improve their career direction or seek more lucrative opportunities in today’s competitive world.

    Since our staff is comprised of business executives who have worked or consulted with major corporations, we are able to relate to the decisions, issues and problems faced daily by both corporations and job seekers. We are happy to apply our considerable experience and expertise to your recruiting and job search needs.

    We specialize in analyzing the job description given to us by the company, detailed study on the physical and mental characteristics of an employee and the qualities and attitude which the employee must possess. More

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    AVP, Structured Finance Analyst (Interim) | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Temporary

    Charterhouse Middle East are currently working with a leading international financial services client, whom are looking to hire an Assistant Vice President (AVP), for their Structured Finance team with a focus towards the power and infrastructure sectors.This AVP role will be heavily geared towards supporting the front office team, in financial modelling, financial advisory and financial due diligence undertakings, to assist in the development of funding proposals, pricing factors and client mandate sheets. In conjunction, this analysis shall be overseen and tested, to ensure that pitch proposal and financing options, can be completed and compared in alignment with the front office mandate and the client specification.

    The client envisages hiring a candidate profile demonstrating up to 3 years of experience, at an Analyst-level, within a financial services or wholesale banking institution. The candidate shall be required to possess an advanced Excel skills set; to allow for strong and detailed financial modelling with an ability to run scenario analysis. The client will look for a candidate, with a strong educational and degree background, coupled with an ability to display a working knowledge of either corporate finance or investment banking principles. Due to the existing headcount limit, this role to begin with, shall be recruited on an interim/temporary basis. As such, the client is looking to pinpoint a candidate whom is immediately available. The candidate should ideally be based in the local vicinity however, exposure to the GCC financial market isn’t a pre-requisite.

    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 Lab Technologist – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryOur Firm: Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has more than 6,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. We have an unparalleled range of expert capabilities from Strategy, through Advisory and Consulting to Legal, Tax and Assurance Services, underpinned by the standout digital platform in the region. Our Mission One Firm: Transforming our region. Our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. In an increasingly complex world, we help intricate systems function, adapt and evolve so they can benefit communities and society – whether they are capital markets, tax systems or the economic systems within which business and society exist. We help our clients to make informed decisions and operate effectively within them. Our Values Creating value through diversity. Be yourself. Be different. At PwC, we respect and value differences. We know that when people from different backgrounds and with different points of view work together, we create the most value – for our clients, our people and society. As part of our commitment to individuality we are pleased to hear from candidates from diverse backgrounds, with a mixture of skills, capabilities and experience from the belowThe Emerging Technology Lab is a group of technologists with expertise in product development, rapid prototyping, and user experience design. We work with new and emerging technologies and help internal PwC stakeholders understand how these technologies can affect their work. At our core we are an innovative R&D group that builds functional prototypes that demonstrate the potential of future technologies. Learn more here What you’ll do: You will be engaged with our Emerging Technology team to build prototypes and solutions for internal teams and clients with a strong focus in developing emerging tech prototypes As a technologist, you’re expected to: – Blend technical experience in product development, rapid prototyping, and user experience design with business perspectives from organizations, sectors, and industries. – Help internal teams achieve their goals through rapid iteration, experimentation, and prototyping while maintaining organizational focus to apply past lessons to future endeavors. Who you’ll work with: You will collaborate with a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping PwC solve its complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities: – Build Proof of Concepts (PoC’s) focusing on solving emerging PwC challenges, using the PwC essential 8 technologies and new emerging tech as follows: – Based on the pwc industries of focus, recent global and regional trends and/or the business requirements – Once the use case & plan is evaluated and approved by team, build and iterate working prototype using the essential 8 technologies – update EmTech leadership on progress and kanban boards – Once the built use case meets requirements of internal PwC clients, close out with documentation on the demo catalogue/ marketing snippets, conduct a handoff session with XLab manager/ creative technologist & review session with the EmTech team – Stay abreast with the latest global and regional trends in the respective technology field, to increase technical and business acumen such as: – Take part in PwC cross-territory EmTech community of interest for the respective technology, representing the Middle East perspective and interests- Attending conferences/ tech events per year related to this technology – Reading the latest news, and then sharing insights with the rest of the team on a regular basis – Know the local/ regional ecosystem of startups and companies related to the technologists technology – Ideate and share ideas with respective teams – Be proactive and share ideas to fill use case backlog in monthly brainstorms – Share and support teams and initiatives when necessary – Follow, understand and engage with pwc’s strategy and digital agendas – Understand different pwc lines of service function and develop xLoS internal relationships – Prepare and host informational sessions and trainings with internal PwC teams and/or external clients – Undertake at least 1 training focused on technical capabilities and related to a respective technology (online or in person) – Undertake at least 1 training focused on soft skills related to career development (online or in person) – Work with the wider EmTech team as needed – Work with the Innovation and Research team to properly discover and research before prototypes building – Support XLab’s team in personalizing prototypes for new experiences and prepare to run prototype demos for the respective technology event (e.g. conferences, workshops, client tour etc.) – Prepare technical content for creative experiences as well as creating technical handover documents – Work with our Centre of Excellence team when a prototype is needed to be scaled Manage time for EmTech responsibilities, as follows: – Prioritize time spent on building use cases and time managed other tasks e.g. training, conducting training, and showcasing technology in events – Be flexible with time depending on internal client deadlines – Comply with pwc compliance, timesheets, booking leave, managing expenses, annual compliance training, snapshots/workday feedbacks – Challenge EmTech leadership’s expectations on tasks, time allocation and output expectations, as and when required Have a good work ethic and culture: – Being proactive, seeking to self learn, self manage, being inquisitive and inclusive – Participate and bring new ideas to the table in standups, monthly meets, away days and ideation sessions

    Qualifications & Experience: – Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar degree preferred – 2-3 years of professional experience; experience applied to business problems and solution development is required Requirements – Based in and willing to live/relocate into Doha is a MUST – Fluent communication in English is mandatory and Arabic preferred – Experience in one or more of the following 3D Printing, Internet of Things, Drones, Augmented reality, Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence or Robotics – Experience in programming e.g. Python, SQL, Node.JS, R, C++, C# (preferably) – Experience in 3D design/modelling (preferably) – Experience working with Cloud Services (preferably) – Demonstrates thorough abilities and/or a proven record of success collaborating with a broad team of strategy, technology, creative, and production resources, especially coordinating project work with third-party partners and vendors. – Demonstrates thorough abilities and/or a proven record of success identifying and addressing client needs, building solid relationships with stakeholders, developing an awareness of our emerging technology services, delivering clear requests for information, demonstrating flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Compliance Officer | Middle East Executive

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Middle East Executive are currently working with a large holding group with multiple business units throughout the Middle East, who are looking for a Compliance Officer to be based at their head office in Dubai.The role is to contribute to the operation of the Information Security Department by ensuring operations within law and meets regulatory standards, create, develop, and maintain policies and procedures against industry best practices and ever-changing threat landscape. Specific areas of responsibility involve ensuring compliance to ISMS for ISO 27001 certification and new certifications, performing due diligence checks, suggesting improvements to internal documentation, risk management and maintaining up to date repositories of all compliance documentation.Job Role/Responsibilities• Develop and implement an effective information security legal compliance program• Define sound internal controls and monitor adherence to them.• Administrate and manage both internal and external audits.• Be an integral part of the procurement process by performing Due diligence checks on solutions before procurement.• Proactively perform internal assessments on processes, practices, and documents to identify weaknesses.• Evaluate IT activities to assess compliance risk.• Collaborate with external and internal auditors and assist the Information security manager in the overall audit process.• Maintain the ISMS documentation and processes required for ISO 27001.• Maintain and update all risk management documentation.• Set plans to manage a crisis or compliance violation.• Keep abreast of internal standards and business goals.

    Job Knowledge & experience required:• Solid understanding of a range of compliance, regulatory, and legal requirements and relevant principles, best practices, and standards across multiple industries (e.g., PCI, SOX, GLBA, CSA, NIST, ISO, IEEE, FedRAMP, HIPAA, and TCG)• Good understanding of Enterprise IT infrastructure and applications.• Previously assessed, developed, and implemented, operationalized, and documented comprehensive security technologies and processes

    The Middle East Executive Group has become the first choice for industry professionals wanting to work in the Gulf region.

    We understand exactly how supply chain performance and sales performance impacts the bottom line and top line of product led businesses and we have the experience, network & expertise to match skilled professionals with exciting new roles that suit their experience, passion and drive in this highly strategic industry.

    Our specialist teams internally are;

    Commercial Management & Sales
    Supply Chain & Logistics
    Strategic HR
    Strategy
    Engineering

    The industries we focus on are;

    3PL / Freight Forwarding
    Food & FMCG
    Medical & Pharmaceutical
    Ecommerce
    Retail
    Engineering More