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    VP/ Director, Fund Manager – Single Family Office | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client is a Single Family Office based in Dubai which has a 90%+ approval record at Investment Committee level. They are looking to hire a VP/ Director Fund Manager to work directly with the principal and manage a small team.Client DetailsOur client is a well-run Dubai-based Single Family Office with multi-hundred-million-dollar AUMs. They have an exceptional Principal, a institutional Investment Committee and are looking recruit a VP / Director level professional to work directly with the Principal in managing & growing the AUM.DescriptionThe role presents an opportunity to relocate to Dubai and work with a very well-educated team. Our client is trimming their fixed income portfolio and securing exposure to thematic, future sectors (AI, Robotics, etc.) as well looking to invest directly into Pre-Series A/ Series A/ B VC across Europe, the US and APAC. Any existing network within VC is therefore hugely advantageous as our client is extremely bullish on this asset class. There is also some exposure to real estate albeit by means of funds (as opposed to direct asset management), and equities fund manager selection is a requisite.The ideal candidate will have a strong technical mind-set & skills – a CFA to this extent is hugely advantageous. The candidate will bring with them best practice fund of fund & direct VC investment experience, as well as an existing network of connectivity & opportunities. Through the course of this role, they will review the current risk-return framework, existing allocation and align on allocation moving forward.Job OfferCompetitive tax-free compensation as per experience

    The VP/ Director will:* Be willing & able to relocate to Dubai – our client will relocate them from London/ Hong Kong/ Singapore/ Switzerland/ North America* Have an institutional fund management background – ideally at a investment advisor managing funds of endowments, pension funds, UHNWIs/ SFOs/ MFOs* Have between 7-15 years of above experience* Have a strong network, track record and appetite for VC* Have a view on thematic equities & funds* Have strong financial modelling skills & acumen – a CFA is preferred* Be able to work well as part of a team, and able to run independently with work-streams/ investment ideas* Be able to demonstrate a track record managing funds* Have strong academic pedigree – Bachelors expected, a Masters is preferred* Have strong, objective thought processes

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

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

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

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

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    Head of Asset Management | McGregor Boyall

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Role: Head of Asset ManagementReporting to: Chief Executive OfficerLocation: Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaBrief on the role:Lead the Asset Management department and overseeing the core funds and set up of new funds and investment solutions in the local, regional, and international financial markets. Ensuring that all investment decisions are made following the house investment process and after a proper due diligence. Enhancing the product offering by introducing new funds and investment strategies (with a focus on Fixed Income and Sukuk products) in line with the company strategy. Working with the Business Development and Wealth Management team in raising AUM and directly involved in all ultra-high-net-worth and institutional client’s communication and meetings.Qualifications & Skills required:* Minimum 10-15 years’ experience in portfolio management with solid track record in financial and securities market. Extensive experience in supervising teams and running multiple funds and overseeing the execution process, including at least 5 years in a similar role.* Master’s degree in business or related field, from a reputable business school.* Professional certification such as (CME, CFA, CMT, etc.) is an advantage.* In depth knowledge of the company and its products specifications.* In depth knowledge with CMA regulations and other regulatory bodies.* In Depth knowledge in the financial and securities markets.* Competent in Financial Risk Identification and Assessment.* Competent in Investment Portfolio Management.* Supervisory and Leadership Skills.* High inter-personal and presentation skillsMcGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

    * Minimum 10-15 years’ experience in portfolio management with solid track record in financial and securities market. Extensive experience in supervising teams and running multiple funds and overseeing the execution process, including at least 5 years in a similar role.* Master’s degree in business or related field, from a reputable business school.* Professional certification such as (CME, CFA, CMT, etc.) is an advantage.

    Established in 1987, McGregor Boyall is a global recruitment consultancy providing permanent and contract / interim professionals across a wide variety of disciplines including Technology, Risk, Finance, Compliance, Legal, Marketing and HR & Talent Management. Since our inception, we have built an unrivalled reputation for helping organisations recruit the very best talent to ensure that they realise their business and operational objectives.

    Headquartered in the city of London, and with further offices throughout the UK (Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Glasgow) as well as globally in Dubai and Singapore, we are able to offer recruitment solutions throughout the UK & Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific regions. More

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    Technical Lead | Chalhoub Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Who we are At Wear That, our goal is to help our customers look great and feel great about themselves by revolutionizing how people shop. In a time-starved world where shopping often feels overwhelming, our business connects customers to clothes they love. We’ve built unique, innovative software for merchandising, warehouse and inventory management, remote styling, and logistics. We leverage vast amounts of client data to make decisions throughout the company. All of this results in a simple, powerful offering to our clients and a very successful business. We believe we are only scratching the surface of our opportunity, and we’re looking for incredible people to contribute!What you will be doing You will deliver products and solutions-not just features-by developing an understanding of how Wear That works. We trust you to focus your time and efforts where they are needed most. Your commitment to applying technology to business challenges in clean & innovative ways will make you a trusted leader on your team. You will own projects, influence their direction, and work with your team to deliver them successfully. You will collaborate with our algorithms and product teams to define the scope of projects, and plan deliverables. You will have the opportunity to develop your nontechnical skills by leading projects your team is responsible for, and influencing our technical direction. We prioritise fast iteration without compromising quality while maintaining an attention to detail that creates the personalization Wear That is known for.What you’ll need to succeed We are excited about you because- You are enthusiastic about technology. – You will collaborate to build solutions using the appropriate tools and contribute to design and architecture across multiple systems. – You want to build on your experience and help us to adopt new technologies. – You’ll learn from us, and we’ll learn from you. – You care deeply about the experience you are delivering. – You have a product-focused mindset. – Our team works together to deliver projects that use technology to solve real business problems. – Your team members and business partners will seek out your opinion on how the product you’re building should work. – You aren’t afraid to dig deep and ask the tough questions of our customers, company, and executive team. – You are interested in developing your leadership qualities. – You should believe in what you’re doing and inspire others around you to be their best selves? Do you feel ownership for the projects you are working on? – You have deep respect for your craft. – We are dedicated to building software sustainably, using modern techniques. – You’re always looking for more and better ways to write software, and enthusiastic about sharing them with your team. – Architected full-stack integration solutions with third party services, primarily payment gateway. – Experience leading a team and defining the tech roadmap. Our technology stack: – Django – Celery – Redis – PostgresQL – Kubernetes – Any e-commerce platform – React.js – GraphQL – TDD

    What we can offer you You’ll love working at Wear That because we.. – Are a successful, vibrant, fast-growing company – Are a technologically and data-driven business. – Are at the forefront of tech and fashion, redefining shopping for the next generation. – Are passionate about our clients and live/breathe the client experience. – Get to be creative every day. – Have a smart, experienced, and diverse leadership team that wants to do it right & is open to new ideas. – Believe in autonomy & taking initiative. 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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    Deputy Head of Product Control | McGregor Boyall

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Deputy Head of Product Control – leading UAE BankBrief on the role:Reporting to the Head of Product Control this is high profile role to provide support and drive the change agenda for the Global Markets & Treasury business covering key business finance functions including: PL reporting / attribution, Hedge effectiveness testing and financial control activities. The job holder is part of the Markets Business Finance team responsible for providing insightful Finance support to the Segment/ Product Heads in the business in key tactical and strategic decision making. The job holder will support the Segments/ Products business teams to provide analytics and support decision making and ensuring that Group financial policies and control framework are consistently applied across the segments/ products in GMT business units.McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

    Key criteria:* Candidate must be a Chartered / qualified Accountant and have at least 5 years of Product Control / Global Markets Business Finance experience ideally across Credit/Money Markets/Derivatives* Experience from international banks is preferred* FRM / CFA preferable* Experience with core BAU Product Control activities like Reporting, Attribution, Analysis, Upstream and Downstream interfaces is essential* Understanding of Risk measurement, Account set up and valuation set up is required* Exposure to hedge accounting / effectiveness assessment testing processes is preferable* Exposure to IPV activities (like Price testing, valuations adjustments) is preferable* Exposure to Calypso (Trade capturing / Risk management system) is preferable* Exposure to Financial / Regulatory reporting activities is preferable* Project / change management experience is required either across automation, systems implementation, process change/reengineering/optimisation* Excellent communication and stakeholder management experience with track record in creating value for the business and driving best practice in an international banking environment

    Established in 1987, McGregor Boyall is a global recruitment consultancy providing permanent and contract / interim professionals across a wide variety of disciplines including Technology, Risk, Finance, Compliance, Legal, Marketing and HR & Talent Management. Since our inception, we have built an unrivalled reputation for helping organisations recruit the very best talent to ensure that they realise their business and operational objectives.

    Headquartered in the city of London, and with further offices throughout the UK (Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Glasgow) as well as globally in Dubai and Singapore, we are able to offer recruitment solutions throughout the UK & Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific regions. More

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    Finance Director | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client, an international school based in Bahrain is looking to hire a Finance Director to lead their finance department.Client DetailsOur client is a leading international school that is based in Bahrain.Description* Monitor day to day accounting and finance transactions of the school* Preparation of financial statements and management reports* Maintain accounting control and ensure that all transactions are posted under correct accounting heads* Ensure the accuracy of accounts receivables and payables* Develop budgets and monitor cash flow for the school* Analyze the expenditure trends & revenue and provide recommendations to maintain expenditure control* Analyze variances in budgets vs actuals and provide reports to the management* Liaise with internal and external auditors and ensure that accurate documentation is maintained for audit purposes* Approve grace period extensions for students with respect to payment of fees* Review and approve payments for petty cash and review the expenditure periodically* Provide recommendations for process improvements* Ensure that school policies and procedures are adhered to by all staff members* Business partner with the operations, marketing and team of teachers/ principal regarding building new projects* Manage outsourced operations such as maintenance, cleaning, school security, drainage, fire alarms etc.* Supervise and approve departmental budgetsJob OfferThe successful candidate will be offered an attractive monthly pay along with incentives. This is an exciting opportunity to work for a growing International School based in Bahrain.

    * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance & Accounting or related; professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA, CA or equivalent is an added advantage* Minimum 7 years of experience in a Finance and accounts function* Experience in the education sector is a plus* Strong leadership skills and track record of team management* Strong business acumen

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

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

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

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

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    Project Manager – Tax | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client is a leading conglomerate in the region and are looking to expand their tax team at the corporate level. They are hiring a Project Manager to oversee implementation of new taxes, tax systems and tax processes.Client DetailsOur client, a major group, is looking to hire a Project Manager – Tax to oversee the implementation of new taxes (direct & indirect).Description* Define the scope of the project and its end goals* Identify risks of the tax project and provide relevant recommendations* Build a detailed plan to run the project and monitor its progress* Manage internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the tax projects are delivered as per the scheduled time* Delegate tasks to external parties/ consultants, align on deliverables and maintain clear communication with them* Monitor the availability of resources and its allocation* Maintain detailed documentation of the project* Keep the team up to date with new tax regulations and be actively involved in training the team* Support change management across the business for all tax related projectsJob OfferThe successful candidate will be offered a competitive monthly salary and incentives. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing Tax team with a Leading Conglomerate in the UAE.

    * Minimum 8 years of experience in taxation with a track record of managing projects* Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Finance or related* Professional tax qualification is preferred* Expertise in project management skills* Understanding of GCC tax regulations is a plus

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

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

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

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

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    Team Leader, Card Operations & Switch | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Purpose:- Jobholder is responsible for development, delivery, implementation and maintenance of Cards Issuing & Acquiring, eDirham, ATM Switch and allied applicationsPrincipal Accountabilities:- To design, develop and implement secure business function on cards applications as per existing software development standards.- Providing support and advice to IT Development and Support teams with regard to ATM, Cards applications as well as eDirham applications.- Maintain an overview of the infrastructure and users to constantly reassess the environment and rationalize them.- To be as a reference and guide to your colleagues in the cards industry in order to mentor them.- Maintaining relationship with business users to manage the delivery of cards projects.- Maintain relationships with Schemes, vendors, and regulatory organizations for all cards and payments industry related matters as well as delivery.- Ensuring uniform and cohesive monitoring applied across the relevant infrastructures.- Review and re-engineer architecture of Cards systems, technical models, etcu2026- Managing internal projects and providing reporting to the management team.- Participate in the transfer of the system to the state of production and review the results and make the required modifications for the purpose of extradition to the beneficiaries or the technical divisions concerned- Responsible for a delivery team with wide range of experience, expertise, and technology knowledge.- Business oriented person who can provide and add value to service delivery lifecycle.

    Qualifications:- Graduate in Computer Science or Similar Discipline- Wide understanding in EFT, Fintech and Payments.- Fair understanding of PCI DSS, PCI PA DSS and Secure Coding Standards.- Experience with EMV, ISO8583 and other payment industry protocols and standards.Experience:- 8+ years in experience in similar job- Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with Payment systems , in particular- Cards Acquiring, Issuing & Card management system- POS & ATM- Mobile Wallets- Payments Gateways -Cybersource, merchant settlements etc.- Tokenization, Key Management- Business oriented person with a deep technical background and good understanding of the Cards and Payment BusinessSkills:- Business Analysis- Development- Vendor management- Project Management- Team Management- Report writing skills

    In 1969, when we at Commercial Bank of Dubai started out little did we know that sheer grit and determination would get us where we are today. An Emiri Decree issued by His Highness the Late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the founder of modern Dubai, laid the cornerstone of Commercial Bank of Dubai. We started out as a joint venture of Commerzbank, Chase Manhattan Bank and Commercial Bank of Kuwait. A minority stake was held by a few UAE businessmen.

    By 1982, little more than a decade later, we evolved into a National Public Shareholding company. A feat complimented by an exponential increase in the capital base and mammoth restructuring of our operations. The feather in the cap came when the Government of Dubai became a key shareholder.

    Over the decades, we have transformed ourselves into a progressive and modern banking institution. We are supported by a sturdy financial base and reigned by a strong and stable management. The proof of which lies with our customers who have stood by us over the years. More

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    PRO – Native Arabic Speaking | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client is a professional service company in Dubai and are looking to hire a native Arabic speaking Public Relations Officer.Client DetailsWith the role situated in Dubai, our client is actively recruiting to grow their support team and have thus presented a brand-new position of a native Arabic speaking Public Relations Officer.DescriptionDetails about the job description:* Visa applications / renewals * Attaining new work visas & permits for all expatriate employees and their dependants* Keeping track of passports, visas and renewals when necessary* Cancelling of visas for employees and dependents when required* Coordinating to gain business entry visas for global business visitors, with the UAE immigration department* Acting as a representative to the medical insurance broker to confirm the nature and accuracy of the insurances.* Offering advice on visa regulation and other government related inquiries, to employees and businesses.* Company Documentation* Coordinating with the UAE government to recommence the trade license through deliverance of legal documents, obtaining approvals to multiple state / local agencies and judicial entities within a short period of time.* Managing company and joint venture companies’ licenses and tax payments by leasing with multiple UAE government authorities: Economic Department, Ministry of Finance & Industries, Chamber of Commerce* Confirming all deadlines are met and ensuring the avoidance of any fines and penalties* General* Administrating any medical / police procedures in any event of an employee death or next to kin.* Staying well informed on new government policies and procedure, while updating the management team* Being a representative for the company at Airports, Police Station, Embassies, Ministries/Municipalities and other government entities, whenever required* Maintaining accurate records for the mentioned services above* Being available in regards to after-hours work emergencies, whenever necessaryJob OfferThe successful candidate for this role will be offered a competitive monthly salary. This is an exciting opportunity for a native Arabic Public Relations Officer to further progress their career with a professional service business in Dubai.

    Requirements: * 5 years of relevant experience as a PRO; in-depth knowledge of PRO processes and procedures to ensure accuracy of the work being delivered* Native Arabic speaker* Good working relationships with governmental departments* Excellent English speaking and writing skills; required for translation from Arabic to English or vice versa* Experience working with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)* Excellent relational, communication and networking skills* Ability to recognize and mitigate issues with relevant solutions* Driver’s license is essential* Open to being a part of a multicultural team

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

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

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

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