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    IT Applications Specialist | HR Source Consulting

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • IT Application Systems specialist is required by a leading financial powerhouse to join a growing business-facing IT team.• You will be responsible for cross-border business engagements and solutions design as well as engaging with stakeholders and external vendors.

    • The candidate must blend business analyst skills and the ability to gather information from system users, which can be translated to ensuring consistent design and solutions architecture. • You must be able to translate business requirements into functional and technical specifications.• Manage and coordinate training and testing for bug fixes, and changes.• Manage and select external IT vendors, while also conducting the internal testing and deployment for them.• Lead change management requests and reviews.Key focus of this role includes and is not limited to areas of • Project and design documentation• Implementation and support of IT Applications• Vendor Management and selection• Policies, processes, and procedures.• For this role, you must have a proven track record in project management from conception to post-implementation• 7+ years of solution design, application development in a similar organization• Strong understanding of IT Implementation gained within a complex IT environment• Have previously implemented change management frameworks• Have worked with cloud technologies. (SAAS, PAAS, IAAS).

    Since 2010, our team has successfully placed some of the world’s finest graduate to mid and C-level talent in organisations across EMEA and APAC, and it all comes down to our niche approach and understanding of the market place, skill sets and trends.

    From our offices in Dubai, Riyadh, London and Singapore, we run a sector specific operation. Meaning we specialise in your industry and are able to completely understand your vision, provide market insights and intelligence, and deliver the best talent to fit seamlessly into your operations. More

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    Cloud Architect and Administrator | HR Source Consulting

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Cloud Architect required by a leading ICT player. • You will be required to work closely with the head of technology to ensure their cloud architecture is successfully implemented by assisting them in building their applications and services on the platform. • You will be familiar with working in a hosting environment and have strong skills across the Microsoft Azure platform.• You must have excellent cloud architecture skills from design and implementation.Your key duties and responsibilities include:• Create and present solution architecture designs to C-level/senior personnel.• Responsible for understanding the unique requirements of customers and partners, and provide appropriate technical cloud solutions and architecture designs based on the clients cloud services.• Provide assistance to customers and partners in migrating their existing IT system onto platforms. • This includes providing migration technique support for both applications and databases.• Responsible for demo development and testing services.

    Skills and experience:• Strong background in IT, computer science and/or cloud computing with a good understanding of networking, servers, storage systems, enterprise applications and the cloud.• 6+ years’ experience working and consulting on enterprise architecture design and has a strong understanding of customer needs and requirements.• Expert knowledge and understanding of cloud architecture design and familiar with architecture methodology and practice in internet-based applications/websites.• Must also be familiar with procedures and tools for application migration and cloud/virtualization solutions for enterprise customers.• Strong certifications in either Microsoft or AWS (Professional) or any sysOps or developer certifications.• Excellent writing, proofreading and editing skills. • Able to create documentation that can express cloud architectures using text and diagrams.• Able to work under high pressure, a quick learner with a passion for cloud technology.• Ability to think strategically about businesses, products and technical challenges.• Good communication skills, a good team player and has a professional attitude to work

    Since 2010, our team has successfully placed some of the world’s finest graduate to mid and C-level talent in organisations across EMEA and APAC, and it all comes down to our niche approach and understanding of the market place, skill sets and trends.

    From our offices in Dubai, Riyadh, London and Singapore, we run a sector specific operation. Meaning we specialise in your industry and are able to completely understand your vision, provide market insights and intelligence, and deliver the best talent to fit seamlessly into your operations. More

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    Director – Technology Consulting | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Lead market expansion for a well known global consultancy.Spearhead technology and digital transformation initiatives.Client DetailsTier 1 Global consulting firm.Description- Network with senior business and technology leaders- Drive profitable growth- Create a world class partner network- End to end delivery of engagementsJob OfferA clearly defined career progression path and the support needed to achieve it

    – 10+ years in a comparable role- Strong delivery experience- Strong Middle East network and experience- Technically astute across a range of new breed technologies

    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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    Senior Director, Fund Placement/ AM Sales (Arabic Speaker) | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As the leader of the DIFC office, this role will lead client relationship management & development across family offices, tier 2 institutions (SWFs, Insurance Firms, Treasuries) and successfully deliver on discretionary and non-discretionary mandates across a variety of asset classes (equities, fixed income, real estate, private equity & alternatives).Client DetailsOur client is a multibillion dollar regional asset manager with a presence across the GCC. They are looking for an Arabic speaking business leader who primarily has strong relationships with family offices in the UAE and secondarily has the track record of developing & servicing relationships across tier 2 institutions.DescriptionThe candidate will be responsible for managing the DIFC office and will primarily be involved in business development initiatives to grow AUM from UAE Family Offices & Tier-2s. The candidate will have strong pre-existing relationships, credible relationship development skills & an astute understanding of a variety of financial products & instruments.Job Offer* Excellent compensation* Excellent exposure

    * A total of 10-15 years’ of institutional asset management sales experience across a variety of products in the region* Most recent experience over the past 5 years+ will be servicing Family Office & Tier 2 Institutions in the UAE – deep relationships with select families* The above experience will have been gained at reputable international asset managers; if currently at a regional firm, prior experience would have been at a reputable international asset manager* Will be currently based in the UAE* Will have had a stable career over the past 5 years* Bachelors degree (or higher) from a top tier University; further education & professional qualifications are a plus* Will be entrepreneurial, driven and a self-starter* Will have strong work ethic* The candidate will have strong communication skills – verbal, written and non-verbal

    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 Compliance and MLRO, DIFC | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The role will lead the build out of a DIFC Compliance function for a large wholesale bank. Candidates will need to currently be engaged in a DIFC Compliance & MLRO function; we cannot consider candidates whose most recent & relevant experience is not in the DIFC.Client DetailsThe client is a large global bank.DescriptionThe role is responsible for setting up the compliance & MLRO function in the DIFC at a wholesale bank. This includes relevant policy formulation, setting up controls around compliance, managing the regulatory relationship with the DFSA and coaching staff on best practice compliance policies, procedures & behaviour. Any prior experience gained as a data protection officer in conjunction with compliance & MLRO duties is a plus.Job Offer* Top Compliance Role* Ability to make a difference

    * A total of 12+ years’ of experience which will have primarily been within Compliance; ideally the most recent 5 years will be within the DIFC at a Wholesale Bank* In-depth knowledge of financial services laws & regulations (including AML/ CTF) within the DIFC; awareness of overseas regulations & international best practices is a big plus* Understanding of treasury, trade finance and other wholesale banking products & their operations* Bachelors degree (or higher) from a top tier University; further education & professional qualifications are a plus* Prior/ current experience working in an international bank is advantageous* Prior/ current DPO experience is advantageous* The candidate must have credible experience and therefore the ability to positively influence stakeholders, internally & externally* The candidate must be extremely hands-on with strong attention to detail* The candidate will have strong communication skills – verbal, written and non-verbal* The candidate will be driven, self-motivated and agile

    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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    Executive Director/ Managing Director – Private Banking | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The role will lead the development of private banking client relationships across family offices, institutional mandates & UHNWIs and service their requirements with the support of an open architecture platform.Client DetailsOur client is an international private bank with multibillion dollar net assets. Built and run by a successful team of distinguished private bankers, they are looking to expand and onboard experienced bankers across the NRI, NRP and Arabic-speaking segments.DescriptionThe role is responsible for maintaining, building and servicing local / regional (GCC/ East Africa) client relationships where private banking services & products are required. The organisation has an open architecture platform, is regulated in multiple jurisdictions and has been built ground up by bankers to best suit other bankers who want to work in a more entrepreneurial environment where their clients continue to come first.Job Offer* Excellent exposure, culture* Ability to make a difference

    * A total of 15+ years’ of private banking experience across one of the 3 segments – NRI, NRP or Arabic-speaking clientele.* The above experience will have been gained at reputable international private banks; if currently at a local bank, prior experience would have been at a reputable international private bank* Few relationships with high wallet share per relationship; it is likely the ideal candidate is managing less than 15 relationships and AUM greater than US$ 250M+ if ED and US$ 400M+ if MD* Will have regional work experience and will be aware of the requisite compliance guidelines to onboard clients (business is not booked in Dubai).* Will have had a stable career over the past 5 years* Bachelors degree (or higher) from a top tier University; further education & professional qualifications are a plus* Will be entrepreneurial, driven and a self-starter* Will have strong work ethic, high personal integrity* The candidate will have strong communication skills – verbal, written and non-verbal

    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 Compliance and MLRO | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The role will lead the build out of a DIFC Compliance function for a large wholesale bank. Candidates will need to currently be engaged in a DIFC Compliance & MLRO function; we cannot consider candidates whose most recent & relevant experience is not in the DIFC.Client DetailsThe client is a large global bank.DescriptionThe role is responsible for setting up the compliance & MLRO function in the DIFC at a wholesale bank. This includes relevant policy formulation, setting up controls around compliance, managing the regulatory relationship with the DFSA and coaching staff on best practice compliance policies, procedures & behaviour. Any prior experience gained as a data protection officer in conjunction with compliance & MLRO duties is a plus.Job Offer* Top Compliance Role* Ability to make a difference

    * A total of 12+ years’ of experience which will have primarily been within Compliance; ideally the most recent 5 years will be within the DIFC at a Wholesale Bank* In-depth knowledge of financial services laws & regulations (including AML/ CTF) within the DIFC; awareness of overseas regulations & international best practices is a big plus* Understanding of treasury, trade finance and other wholesale banking products & their operations* Bachelors degree (or higher) from a top tier University; further education & professional qualifications are a plus* Prior/ current experience working in an international bank is advantageous* Prior/ current DPO experience is advantageous* The candidate must have credible experience and therefore the ability to positively influence stakeholders, internally & externally* The candidate must be extremely hands-on with strong attention to detail* The candidate will have strong communication skills – verbal, written and non-verbal* The candidate will be driven, self-motivated and agile

    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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    Senior Back End Software Developer – Python and Panda Technology | Black Pearl

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our brand new client, who is a new generation fintech start up based in Europe is looking to hire a Senior Backend Developer with Python and Pandas experience. The role is to be based in UAE (Dubai / AbuDhabi)Software Stack:- frameworks to backtest and execute trading strategies live- framework to connect to crypto asset exchanges- implementation of crypto asset exchanges- different trading strategies- market making software- market analysis- dashboards for our clients- system administration (nice to have if involved)What’s on offer:- flexible working hours and flat hierarchies- a state-of-the-art software stack- awesome team-mates and great working environment (can choose his own operatingsystem)

    To qualify for this role, you would need to meet the following criteria:- 5+ years of development experience in Python and Pandas.- have a passion for trading/investments (preferably for crypto assets; would be good i f candidate knows how an orderbook works and which different order-types exist)- excellent team player- ability to work independently.- have a keen willingness to l earn and improve- able to integrate seamlessly into a startup culture- willing to move to UAE- excellent communication skills in EnglishTo stay updated on all the new jobs we post, please follow us on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackpearlconsult/Disclaimer: Black Pearl will never ask for money or any form to charge our candidates just to process or consider their application for any of our available vacancies. If you happen to receive such request from any members of our staff or other individuals claiming to be part of Black Pearl, please do call our office at +9712 622 55 03 or drop us a message on our website – www.blackpearlconsult.com.

    Black Pearl is a progressive, dynamic and well structured HR solution provider
    that offers permanent recruitment services, HR consultancy, psychometric assessments, coaching and also professional training services for clients from different corporate sectors in the Middle East.

    Like a rare and unique black pearl, we consider our partnership with our clients and job seekers as a fine, precious and valuable encounter that needs to be affirmed, developed and supported with a strong commitment to deliver not only the right services but the best in the industry.

    Our aim is to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients, strategically offering Black Pearl services that are customized to the unique requirements of our clients and job seekers alike, resulting in effectively achieving goals and all that is required in this ever evolving and competitive market. More