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    Java Developer | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Position Title: IT Developer/Java DeveloperEmployment Type: Full Time Salary: all-inclusive depending on experience and qualifications Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAEAbout the Client: The second largest market in the Arab region and its strategy of providing stable financial performance with diversified sources of incomes is aligned with the guiding principles of the UAE “Towards the next 50” agenda.Job Description: ? Work as part of a software development team? Write code per app specifications? Test to ensure designs are in compliance with specifications? Make recommendations to existing job infrastructure? Designs and develops user interfaces to internet/intranet applications by setting expectations and features priorities throughout development life cycle; determining design methodologies and tool sets; completing programming using languages and software products; designing and conducting tests.? Recommends system solutions by comparing advantages and disadvantages of custom development and purchase alternatives.? Integrates applications by designing database architecture and server scripting; studying and establishing connectivity with network systems, search engines, and information servers.? Completes applications development by coordinating requirements, schedules, and activities; contributing to team meetings; troubleshooting development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms.

    Qualifications:? At least 5 years of relevant experience in developing apps? Strong background in Java and Java Applets programming? Expert Level in C#.net, VB.net, Asp.net, Java script, Ajax, Jquery, Web Services,? Experience in Web Programming Skills, Web User Interface Design, Software Requirements, Software Development Process, Object-Oriented Design (OOD), Multimedia Content Development, Software Debugging? Professional IT Certification is a plus

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

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    Mobile iOS Developer – Level Shoes | 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. At Level Shoes, our Mobile Developer contributes to the creation of mobile solutions, as well as the development and maintenance of iOS application. You will design for the Level iOS platform while collaborating with internal and external teams. You will be responsible for ensuring that the delivered software components provide the necessary functionality and performance in accordance with the overall requirements to create the ultimate mobile experience. What you’ll be doing: – Design and build applications in the iOS platform – Building, deploying, testing mobile apps, and releasing them to the Apple App Store – Build top architectures to build top features in Swift – Applying designed user-interfaces with a pixel-perfectionist developer Mindset – Contributing to project analysis processes in collaboration with Project Managers and other team members. What you’ll need to succeed: – Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, etc. – 3+ years of extensive experience in mobile development in iOS – Prior experience in handling mobile apps from 0 to release and later live maintenance – Excellent knowledge about the iOS/SDK environment such as UIKit, Foundation – Experience with programming in SwiftUI, and limited (for maintenance of existing projects) in Objective-C – Good knowledge in using web services (json/rest, soap/xml) – Experience in working with version control systems (Git) – Having knowledge of tools: PaintCode, Sketch, Atlassian JIRA/SourceTree/Confluence, – Knowledge of social media integration (OAuth, OpenGraph, Facebook/Twitter API) – Having experience in working in agile teams. What you’ll need to make the difference: – Start-up experience – Growth mindset – Experience within Enterprise commerce system – Stakeholder management 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. To view all our perks and benefits, click here.

    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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    IT – Experience Centre – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Position summary:We are looking for a new technical (AV & virtual collaboration) event support person to assist in elevating the digital aspect of physical and virtual meetings and workshops. The role will be based in the PwC experience center (EC) – our new, world class, collaboration space.The perfect candidate for this role would be passionate about bringing the latest and most impactful technology solutions to improve the overall virtual collaboration and experiences across all workshops occuring in the experience center (EC). You will need to leverage your technical knowledge, business and digital acumen to enhance virtual meetings and workshops. We are looking for a tech and event design focused individual with a strong understanding of technical equipment (ex. MacO, networking, AV/TV equipment) as well as extensive experience in virtual collaboration tools. Your role will include innovating using existing technology to create seamless virtual and physical experiences, as well as looking into the market to bring new forms of tech into PwC EC.   The role requires flexible working patterns – due to the nature of the work (events) the candidate will sometimes need to work outside of normal business hours. General: • High level administrative, organisational and problem-solving skills• Ability to work under pressure during live events (i.e regional broadcasts & livestreams) • Collaborative and supportive approach to working with others (must be a strong communicator) • Experience of collaboration tools (ex. G-Suite, Zoom, webex, Surface hubs, others) • Basic presentation skills (E.g. the ability to create PowerPoint presentations, canvases and templates). • Proficiency in the use of multimedia and innovative concepts to develop engaging and high quality digital/physical experiences • Production skills that could include graphic design, script-writing, camera operation, TV production, video and photo editing, and sound engineering Responsibilities: • Take a leading role in creating innovative collaboration solutions through technology • Support in the assessment, planning, and design of virtual experiences across all meetings and workshops occuring in the EC • Leverage and research new virtual collaboration tools and platforms (e.g. G-Suite, Mural, Miro, Menti, Zoom, WebEx etc.) to create interactive digital experiences. • Lead communication with clients and internal teams to understand their digital capabilities and technical needs across engagements • Understand, administer and maintain the AV equipment and AV infrastructure within the Experience Centre. • Run regular L&D sessions to upskill the team on existing and new tech (including creating guides for the tech in the space) • Ensure all the team’s technology is operational day to day, allowing the team to work efficiently • Work with ME IT team to procure new technology items where required • Catalog and manage all tech assets in the space and make sure that the team is aware of what technology is available for them to use and what technology is fit for what purpose.

    Key Skills Technical: • AV Knowledge (cameras, mics, screen set-up) • IT equipment setup and deployment • MacOS and Macbook hardware/ Windows10 software and Windows hardware/ iOS/Android, iPhone hardware • Office365 and Microsoft Office suite • Networking hardware and software

    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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    Finance Officer | FracAssets

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Finance Officer has responsibility for the Firm’s compliance with the applicable Rules in the DFSA’s PIB Module. The Firm holds Category 4 [operating a crowdfunding platform] license from the DFSA. The responsibilities of the Finance Officer include, but are not limited to, the following:- Prepare the Firm’s budget and financial projections on an annual basis.- Ensuring the establishment and maintenance of financial systems and controls, policies and procedures that ensure the Firm’s financial affairs are managed effectively and responsibly.- Ensure that the Firm has and maintains, at all times, Capital Resources of the kinds and amounts specified in, and calculated in accordance with, the DFSA’s PIB Rules.- Ensure that the Firm maintains capital and liquid assets (in addition to the Capital Resources as set out above) which are adequate in relation to the nature, size and complexity of its business to ensure that there is no significant risk that liabilities cannot be met as they fall due.- Ensure that the Firm has, at all times, Capital Resources which exceed the amount of its Capital Requirement. – Ensure regular monitoring of the Firm’s financial position and notify the Firm’s senior management and the DFSA immediately upon identifying any breach, potential breach or concern in relation to the Firm’s financial position or its compliance with the DFSA PIB Rules.- Prepare and submit quarterly and annual EPRS reports to the DFSA as per the DFSA’s deadlines.- Liaise with external auditors as appropriate to ensure the timely completion of audits.- Ensure compliance with the DFSA’s Principles for Authorised Individuals.

    The candidate is required to have extensive experience in independently carrying out the above functions for the firm. The candidate will be expected to carry out the Role of Finance Officer and related support activities for the firm. The candidate should have past experience in reporting and licensed activities under the DFSA regime. The candidates will be required to consistently stay updated with all regulatory updates and DFSA laws and regulations.

    FracAssets is a Tech Based Distribution Platform that enables Investors to own Fractions of Properties across the Globe. We believe the future of Real Estate is Fractional. We help investors own fractions of pre-vetted properties. Through FracAssets, you can now invest in Fractional Real Estate across Residential, Second Homes, Commercial, Warehouses, Hotels, Senior Living & Co-Living. More

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    Information Technology – Tech Majlis – Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryOur Firm has been 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 below Job Description. Job title: Associate Tech Majlis Level: Associate Reports to Cluster Lead Location: KSA   In this role, the successful candidate will: • Champion a team of TechLounge Customer Experts providing a customer centric service to all PwC employees. • Create an innovative Technology focussed 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 in 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 English Desired Characteristics: • Experience in delivering a technical support service • Technical expertise [Windows, Apple Mac, Mobile] • Experience working in a global organisation • Proven analytical skills

    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 / MLRO / Risk Officer | FracAssets

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Compliance Officer, MLRO, Risk Officer must be resident in the UAE and has responsibility for compliance and risk matters in relation to the Firm’s Financial Services. The Firm holds Category 4 [operating a crowdfunding platform] license from the DFSA. The MLRO must be resident in the UAE and has responsibility for the implementation of the Firm’s anti money laundering policies, procedures, systems and controls and day to day oversight of its compliance with the Rules in AML and any relevant anti money laundering legislation applicable in the DIFC.The Compliance Officer/MLRO/ Risk Officer must comply at all times with the DFSA’s Principles for Authorised Individuals.The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:- Establish and maintain compliance arrangements, including processes and procedures that ensure and evidence, as far as reasonably practicable, that the Firm complies with all legislation applicable in the DIFC. – Establish and maintain monitoring and reporting processes and procedures to ensure that any compliance breaches are readily identified, reported and promptly acted upon.- Ensure that the monitoring and reporting processes and procedures are documented and that records of breaches of any of legislation applicable in the DIFC are maintained. – Ensure that the Firm’s employees receive compliance related training as appropriate.- Ensure completion of at least 15 hours of structured continuing professional development (‘CPD’) hours per year relevant to [his/her] role (including any anticipated changes in the role), professional skill and knowledge and ensure that appropriate records of such CPD activities are maintained.- Ensure the implementation and oversight of and responsibility for the following matters: o the day-to-day operations for compliance by the Firm with its AML policies, procedures, systems and controls; o acting as the point of contact to receive notifications from the Firm’s Employees under DFSA AML rule 13.2.2; o taking appropriate action under DFSA AML rule 13.3.1 following the receipt of a notification from an Employee; o making Suspicious Activity Reports in accordance with Federal AML legislation; o acting as the point of contact within the Relevant Person for competent U.A.E. authorities and the DFSA regarding money laundering issues; o responding promptly to any request for information made by competent U.A.E. authorities or the DFSA; o receiving and acting upon any relevant findings, recommendations, guidance, directives, resolutions, sanctions, notices or other conclusions described in DFSA AML chapter 10; and o establishing and maintaining an appropriate money laundering training programme and adequate awareness arrangements under DFSA AML chapter 12.? Establish and maintain risk management systems and controls to enable the Firm to identify, assess, mitigate, control and monitor its risks;? Develop, implement and maintain policies and procedures to manage the risks to which the Firm and, where applicable, its customers or users are exposed;? Ensure that the Firm is aware of the implications of any Group-wide risk policy and systems and controls regime;? Update the Firm’s risk register on a periodic basis;? Ensure that the Firm’s Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan is in place and is kept up-to-date and tested at appropriate intervals.

    The candidate is required to have extensive experience in independently carrying out the above functions for the firm. The candidate will be expected to carry out the Role of Compliance Officer, MLRO, Risk Officer for the firm. The candidate should have past experience in reporting and licensed activities under the DFSA regime.

    FracAssets is a Tech Based Distribution Platform that enables Investors to own Fractions of Properties across the Globe. We believe the future of Real Estate is Fractional. We help investors own fractions of pre-vetted properties. Through FracAssets, you can now invest in Fractional Real Estate across Residential, Second Homes, Commercial, Warehouses, Hotels, Senior Living & Co-Living. More

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    Design Support – Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Assurance Support services, will provide the opportunity to support our engagement teams and clients by providing advice and counsel on accounting, financial reporting, and strategic business issues. In joining, you’ll help ensure a complete and relevant exchange of information among our consultants and in turn with engagement teams and clients, provide experts advice on a variety of specific topics, support engagement teams in resolving complex issues, and supporting clients and their subsidiaries in evaluating the potential impact of accounting and reporting standard setting initiatives. You’ll develop strong relationships with our engagement teams and established audit clients and enhance our ability to meet greater investor expectations with the challenges of an increasingly complex business environment.- Help with developing content plans and attend planning meetings with stakeholders- Engage with the freelance fromatters, India team, graphic design agency, brand team and marketing and other contingent workers- Develop and manage relationships with internal stakeholders- Managing relationships with subject matter experts to make sure content is accurate- Producing content assets that are accurate, timely, high quality (based on insight and outputs of user testing, relevant to the audience, easily understood, optimised for search engines) and to style- Choosing the best format for displaying information to the user- Monitoring the performance of content and tools- Identifying ways to improve the content and the product- Ensuring the professional quality of our materials, formatting, look and feel, brand management and compliance, consistent content & templates and managing workflow of contingent workers- Formatting content provided by others (as agreed by project managers and SMEs regarding the quality of initial input and what is acceptable standards

    – Training of others in how to brand guidelines and expected minimum standards- Develop and apply content and format strategies with support from a senior content designer- Graphic design & proofreading for non technical content- Excellent spoken and written English- Excellent administrative and organisation skills- Experience with cold calling will be preferred- Professional yet approachable manner.- High attention to detail.- Ability to work effectively under pressure.- Ability to work well in a team as well as independently

    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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    Deals Proposals – Associate – Clients & Markets | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Clients & MarketsManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryWe help clients realise their potential through mergers, acquisitions and divestitures and capital markets transactions. Deals are an opportunity – for faster growth, stronger capabilities and dramatic transformation.We help clients to harness this potential by providing strategy to execution foresight that comes from a deep fluency in doing deals.Responsibilities:• The successful candidate will be part of the Clients & Markets Middle East Pursuit team, supporting the Deals Line of Service – and you will be contributing to securing the firm’s most important and high profile Deals opportunities across a range of industries• The role requires you to be at the forefront of our most important opportunities in Deals – supporting• the Deals Proposal Manager and our Deals Partners and Engagement teams to project manage and provide support by driving the Proposal process – helping the firm win work and generate revenue• Effectively support engagement teams on live proposals to coordinate proposal development, submission and client oral presentations• You will maintain content in our in-house proposal automation tool (Proposal on Demand), providing teams with self service facilities to drive efficiency and standardisation across Deals• Execute firm standardised proposal processes and management to coordinate multi-territory proposal responses• Think strategically about the opportunity and the client to ensure dynamic win themes are developed and presented throughout the proposal document• Ability to organise and collaborate with individuals at all levels of seniority across multiple territories, where required• Coordinate resources (designers, document production, technical subject matter specialists, etc.) to drive the efficient development proposals• You will act as a champion for Proposal Source (our one-stop-shop for anything proposal related) for Deals, to ensure our best practice proposals are uploaded• You will work with colleagues from across the Middle East firm and will be encouraged to work with specialists from across the PwC Network to leverage best practice and share knowledge

    Requirements:• The candidate will be a highly motivated and a high performing individual with the ability to be flexible and adaptive on a daily basis• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent• Years of experience: 2+ years in a proposals-related role – preferably within a professional services environment• Fluency in spoken and written English, proficiency in Arabic is an advantageKnowledge and Skills:• Knowledge of the Professional Services Industry• Strong PowerPoint and/or Google Slides skills, as well as more generally, being proficient in Microsoft office and G-Suite• Automation skills are an advantage• Proficiency in Salesforce is an advantage• Proficiency in PowerBi and Alteryx is an advantage• Excellent organisational, time management and project management skills with the ability to prioritise workload, work with senior stakeholders and perform under pressure• Process driven and able to facilitate workflow in challenging conditions and working with difficult stakeholders• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skill

    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