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    Senior Manager / Director, Audit Quality and Risk Management, KSA | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their on-going strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data – and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You will use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities.Our tailored external audit services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency. We are 79,000+ professionals based worldwide across 150 countries. Audit services involve reporting on the fairness in all material respects with which a client’s audited financial statements are presented, in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework.The opportunityWe are recruiting for a Senior Manager / Director within the Audit Quality & Risk Management (“Q&RM”) group in KSA.This is a new role that will focus on enhancing the quality of our Audit services for our clients based in the MENA region. You will be working virtually to review quality results, oversee implementation of audit methodology processes and procedures and focus on driving service excellence. This is an ideal opportunity to gain experience within Audit Quality and be directly involved in improving quality metrics, in the MENA region.Your key responsibilitiesAs a Senior Manager / Director, you’ll be required to solve contentious or complex issues, support the MENA local partners and build relationships with MENA internal clients and peers. You will review recent Quality Review Program results for MENA based clients and identify areas for improvement. Working effectively as a virtual team member, you’ll design remedial action where necessary and support the execution of such action.As a role model for Quality & Risk Management (“Q&RM”), you’ll confirm that Audit teams understand and comply with EY’s Q&RM guidelines as well as communicate significant issues to MENA based partners and other stakeholders.You’ll be expected to contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training audit professionals as well as understand and follow workplace policies and procedures and communicate these to all levels of staff. Actively establishing internal relationships and identifying and escalating potential business opportunities for EY Rapid Innovation will be essential, as well contributing to people initiatives, including recruiting and retaining EY Professionals. With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying risks, you’ll escalate issues as appropriate. You’ll confirm that the work you deliver is of high quality.

    Skills and attributes for successPro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.To qualify for the role, you must have• Professional accounting qualification• Experience as a Manager or Senior Manager with an Audit firm• Detailed understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies• Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements• Knowledge of IFRS• Understanding of Q&RM procedures• Project management, leadership, coaching, counselling and supervisory skillsIdeally, you’ll also have• Proficiency in the Arabic language• Experience in the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) regionWhat we look forWe are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.What we offerWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.EY | Building a better working worldEY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.
    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Direct Sales Officer | M&M Marketing Management

    Employment: Full Time

    M and M Marketing Management L.L.C. is currently hiring for Sales Officer. The candidate will be promoting banking product – autloans for a leading financial institution.Please find below the requirements for review:• Minimum 1 year experience in similar Field in UAE/native country• Attractive Salary as per the experience of candidates• Excellent communication/convincing and selling skills• Understands the basic mechanisms of general financial products and services• Must be target & self-driven• Must be a dedicated, hardworking & excellent team player• Results-focused• Customer service focused• Minimum education high school or graduate

    • University Qualifications: Bachelors• Other certifications obtained: Diploma• Nature and length of previous experience: 1 year experience in banking industry in U.A.E.• Specialist knowledge: Knowledge in auto loan product is mandatory• Experience in products like credit cards and personal loan can be considered• Soft Skills and Personality traits: Excellent communication and negotiation skills• Age Range: 19 – 39• Language Fluency: English, Arabic (Bilingual skills preferred)• Current Location: Dubai, Abu Dhabi

    M&M Marketing Management LLC is incorporated in UAE with 3 offices in Dubai located in ideal locations. The staff consists of 100+ highly experienced employees whose skills and experience collectively cover a very broad segment of the market area.
    M&M provides Back Office and Outsourcing Services such as Operations, Credit Control, Sales, Collections etc. for major Banks and Financial Institutions in the UAE. More

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    IT Helpdesk | Zyclyx Consulting Services

    Employment: Full Time

    Key Responsibilities? Proactively maintain and develop all Linux infrastructure technology to maintain a 24x7x365 uptime service? Engineering of systems administration-related solutions for various project and operational needs? Maintain best practices on managing systems and services across all environments? Fault finding, analysis and of logging information for reporting of performance exceptions? Proactively monitoring system performance and capacity planning? Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, hot fixes on servers, workstations, and network hardware? Create and modify scripts or applications to perform tasks? Provide input on ways to improve the stability, security, efficiency, and scalability of the environment? Collaborate with other teams and team members to develop automation strategies and deployment processes? Experience with Linux servers in virtualized environments? Familiarity with the fundamentals of Linux scripting languages? Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining services such as Bind, Apache, MySQL, nginx, etc.? Strong grasp on configuration management tools, such as Puppet and Chef {depending on project requirements}? Familiarity with load balancing, firewalls, etc.? Proficient with network tools such as iptables, Linux IPVS, HAProxy, etc. {depending on specific project needs}? Experience with virtualization technologies, such as Xen {depending on project requirements}? Ability to build and monitor services on production servers

    Requirements? Previous working experience as a Linux Administrator for 4 + years? Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or similar relevant degree? IN depth knowledge of Linux: Ubuntu, RedHat, CentOS, Debian, etc.? Hands on experience with MySQL and/or MariaDB? Familiarity with VMWare and SAN management and concepts? Expert in Shell, Perl, and/or Python scripting? Solid knowledge of protocols such as DNS, HTTP, LDAP, SMTP and SNMP? Mandatory Skills: Windows domain administration, Unix Administration, Active directory management, Email Management and Network Management, Exposure to cloud.? Certifications: MCSC, CCNA, Linux administration

    ZYCLYX is the world’s leading automated IT solution provider with a diverse range of solutions aimed to enhance your operating performance. Our expertise includes Robotic Process Automation, AI, OCR, Network Security, Cyber Security, and other services.
    In 2018, we were established to share our innovative solutions and core technology expertise to optimize the customer experience. The team at ZYCLYX provides efficient integrated systems after meticulous evaluation of risks and opportunities which address both short and long term challenges.
    In collaboration with internationally recognized IT solution providers, we have catered to some of the leading brands in industries like Banking, Finance, Telecom, and more. We provide complete project management support right from conceptualization to implementation and assessment. More

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    Assistant Manager – Saudi National | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    Assistant Manager – International Tax & Transaction Services – Saudi NationalInternational Tax Services Senior at EYAre you committed, thorough and outgoing – and do you have a good understanding of business and experience of international tax? If so, please read on.The opportunityThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Tax professional to join a growing team in an emerging market. As an International Tax Senior, your primary focus will be advising global companies on the various regional and international tax implications of their operations. With so many offerings, you have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. Our Tax service line in MENA is experiencing a period of significant growth so now is an excellent time to join. Sound interesting?Your key responsibilities- You will be participating in the successful delivery of international tax engagements and assisting managers or above with identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.- You will contribute to building and maintaining client relationships by delivering exceptional client service and collaborate with a team of International Tax professionals in Dubai, across the MENA region and globally to combine diverse cross-border experience with local tax knowledge across a broad spectrum of industries.- You will work as part of a multi-jurisdictional / disciplinary team within tax and across other service lines (including working with colleagues from Transfer Pricing, Transaction Tax, Indirect Tax, People Advisory Services etc.) in terms of pursuing, and delivering engagements and assist in managing engagement economics by suggesting engagement budget, tracking fees and communicating issues to project managers.- You will be building internal relationships within international tax team and across other service lines and coaching more junior staff through delegation and on the job training whilst taking ownership of continuous technical knowledge development through on the job learning and self-development.Skills and attributes for success- If you are a client driven, strategically and commercially aware, excellent communicator in a range of situations both written and oral, enthusiastic with flexible attitude to work, strong motivator and interested in developing career in international tax, you will be perfect for the role.

    To qualify for the role you must have- Bachelor’s Degree in Tax, Economics, Accounting, Finance or a related field- 3 – 5 years of relevant Tax experience, in either business or industry- Prior exposure to international taxation with focus on inbound and outbound investments- Strong organisational, project delivery, analytical and verbal/written communication skills- Proven track record with a leading professional services firm- Experience of delivering on international tax projects and on the job coaching of more junior team membersIdeally, you’ll also have- An approved professional qualification or equivalent (e.g. ADIT / ATT / ACCA / CPA / ACA / CA / LLB or MBA, or MA, MSc or PhD in Tax, Economics, Accounting or Finance)- Proficiency in Arabic languageWhat we look forYou’ll proactively maintain your technical knowledge by keeping abreast of global developments in international tax landscape so that you can better advise our clients. In return we’ll provide investment in the right sort of training and offer you the opportunities on projects and assignments that will develop and challenge you so that you’re in the best place to develop your tax career.The types of project you’ll contribute towards may include:- Expansion into new markets- Group structure reorganization and / or rationalisation- Review of operating model including permanent establishment risk, withholding taxes, transfer pricing etc.- Review of holding structure, capital structure and financing arrangements- Review of IP structure- BEPS risk assessmentsWhatever the projects and assignments you work on you can be confident that you’re contributing towards helping our clients to develop and execute their international tax strategy ensuring technical excellence and providing the highest levels of client service.What working at EY offersWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. We also offer:- Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career (including providing financial support and study leave for acquiring one of the above professional tax qualifications or equivalent)- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EYEY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services with more than 230,000 employees worldwide. We are using the finance products, expertise and systems we have developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, our ambition is to continuously be among the best employers in the world.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Make your mark.Apply now.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.
    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Senior Manager / Director, Audit Quality and Risk Management | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their on-going strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data – and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You will use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities.Our tailored external audit services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency. We are 79,000+ professionals based worldwide across 150 countries. Audit services involve reporting on the fairness in all material respects with which a client’s audited financial statements are presented, in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework.The opportunityWe are recruiting for a Senior Manager / Director within the Audit Quality & Risk Management (“Q&RM”) group in KSA.This is a new role that will focus on enhancing the quality of our Audit services for our clients based in the MENA region. You will be working virtually to review quality results, oversee implementation of audit methodology processes and procedures and focus on driving service excellence. This is an ideal opportunity to gain experience within Audit Quality and be directly involved in improving quality metrics, in the MENA region.Your key responsibilitiesAs a Senior Manager / Director, you’ll be required to solve contentious or complex issues, support the MENA local partners and build relationships with MENA internal clients and peers. You will review recent Quality Review Program results for MENA based clients and identify areas for improvement. Working effectively as a virtual team member, you’ll design remedial action where necessary and support the execution of such action.As a role model for Quality & Risk Management (“Q&RM”), you’ll confirm that Audit teams understand and comply with EY’s Q&RM guidelines as well as communicate significant issues to MENA based partners and other stakeholders.You’ll be expected to contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training audit professionals as well as understand and follow workplace policies and procedures and communicate these to all levels of staff. Actively establishing internal relationships and identifying and escalating potential business opportunities for EY Rapid Innovation will be essential, as well contributing to people initiatives, including recruiting and retaining EY Professionals. With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying risks, you’ll escalate issues as appropriate. You’ll confirm that the work you deliver is of high quality.Skills and attributes for success- Pro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment.- Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills.- This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.To qualify for the role, you must have- Professional accounting qualification- Experience as a Manager or Senior Manager with an Audit firm- Detailed understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies- Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements- Knowledge of IFRS- Understanding of Q&RM procedures- Project management, leadership, coaching, counselling and supervisory skills

    Ideally, you’ll also have- Proficiency in the Arabic language- Experience in the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) regionWhat we look forWe are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.What we offerWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.- Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.
    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Assurance – OAS – BCR – Associate 2 | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Internal Audit services, will provide you with an opportunity to gain an understanding of an organisation’s objectives, regulatory and risk management environment, and the diverse needs of their critical stakeholders. We focus on helping organisations look deeper and see further considering areas like culture and behaviours to help improve and embed controls. In short, we seek to address the right risks and ultimately add value to their organisation.

    ResponsibilitiesAs an Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Proactively assist the team in various aspects of the project- Prepare deliverables- Contribute to the development of your own and team’s technical acumen- Keep up to date with local and national business and economic issues- Ensure you are adhering to compliance matters- Work on developing internal relationships and your PwC brand

    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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    Sr. Consultant – Strategic Consulting & Analytics (Payments & Banks) | Manpower Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    The Senior Managing Consultant has the responsibility to help grow and manage the Customers Consulting and Analytics business as a whole in Saudi Arabia working closely with the Consulting head of the cluster. He/She will effectively manage a pipeline of engagements from early lead stages through to signature, project kick-off and delivery. These engagements will vary greatly in scope and value and, although the pipeline will be driven mainly by traditional bank card issuers, the SMC’s range will also encompass merchants, acquirers and processors; government entities; as well as new entrants and non-traditional players in the virtual and physical payments ecosystem.He/she will report into the Head of Strategic Consulting to deliver projects for customers customers in the payments domain team as well as supporting our goals more broadly across the region.Key Accountabilities:• Understand our customers’ business objectives, needs, plans with the broader Saudi Arabia Account Relationship Management Team and bring valuable insights• Identify opportunities and potential for improvement to help customers in growing their business• Develop and propose appropriate strategies and business solutions to the customers and manage the delivery of high quality consultancy engagements• Management of internal and external project team members and gain consensus with others and coordinate team of consultants and subject matter experts around goal• Surpass Customer Consulting and Analytics sales and revenue targets across the three markets and take a leading role in winning major Customer deal bids, including influencing network RFP decisions and cross-selling Customer value-added services• Initiate and execute Thought Leadership projects on the future of payment and retail banking to our customers and partners• Leverage Customer’s innovation, product and data capabilities to further grow our customers’ business by working together with the sales and product teams as well as the Customer Innovation and Data Sciences team• Support Customer Consulting and Analytics practice development by developing skills, tools and innovative methodologies on personal and on team level

    • Demonstrated experience in strategy / management consulting; with proven project deliveries and expertise in consulting methodologies• Excellent analytical skill set with an ability to think strategically, ability to frame customer’s opportunity in financial terms, challenge the status quo, and provide recommendations• Exposure to retail banking and/or payment card industry and/or merchant retail business is a plus.• Knowledge of payments in general, loyalty, co-branding, digital marketing, security and risk management, innovation and/or big data and analytics (preferred but not required)• Project management skills are a key requirement given that this role involves managing multiple projects with multiple stakeholders simultaneously• Comprehensive knowledge of data analytics methodologies and tools and the use of data insights for business growth• Excellent customer relationship management skills (on senior executive level and across all levels of an organisation) and ability to develop a credible point of view on a variety of industry topics, acting as a trusted advisor and show thought leadership• Strong sales orientation, experience selling major projects/ideas to senior management• Have an entrepreneurial approach and vision; proactive self-starter seeking initiatives to advance• Excellent presentation and communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to comprehend and convey complex technical information• Strong Business Acumen and Business Analysis Skills (research and analyse market and customer information to tell a story)• Technology/Digitally-savvy and an understanding of consumer economics/behaviour• Curiosity & willingness to learn and develop as a professional• Fluent in English (written & verbal) and ability to travel• MBA or relevant graduate degree, or hold equivalent professional experience

    We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.
    ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world’s most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise – 3600 offices in over 80 countries – we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.
    ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.
    Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:
    IT & Telecommunications
    Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
    Banking, Finance & Legal
    Sales & Business Development
    Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
    Human Resources & Training
    Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
    Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
    Executive Recruitment
    Emiratization Solutions
    Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
    Managed Service Provider Solutions
    Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
    Outsourced Staffing Solutions More

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    IFS – C&M – Assurance Marketing & Communications Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Clients & MarketsManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryWe have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Marketing, Communications & Events Manager to join our Clients and Markets team. Based in Riyadh, you will provide support to the KSA Country Senior Partner and wider stakeholders of our Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Khobar offices. You will play a key role in bringing our marketing and communication strategy to life in one of our strategic growth markets for the firm.We are looking for someone who has a strong background in marketing and communications that will bring fresh thinking, creativity and innovative ideas to their work. You will be passionate and driven with excellent project management skills, leading multiple projects while working to tight deadlines. Working with all grades, from partners to support staff, you will process strong networking skills building relationships at all levels.Key responsibilities: Marketing & Events:- Work closely with the Country Senior Partner to develop a marketing plan for KSA, aligned to our strategic priorities and objectives  – Implement and deliver impactful and innovative marketing activities campaigns to profile our KSA Partners and market activities in line with global corporate standards of the PwC network- Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns providing update reports for management- Support the local stakeholders, Account Drivers and Clients & Markets Director to develop quality thought leadership, incorporating relevant market trends and insights to support our brand positioning in the KSA market- Actively promote regional, Line of Service (LoS) and Industry marketing campaigns launched by the central Marketing team throughout KSA- Work closely with the central social media and web teams to draft campaign messages and content for local and regional marketing campaigns – Work independently or in collaboration with the central marketing and events team to deliver high quality events – Manage all third party creative agencies to produce high quality photography and videography outputs for the KSA officeExternal communications:- Work with the central PR team to provide external communication and lead in the KSA market including the participation in marketing events, industry forums and conferences – Support the central PR team to identify new press opportunities and develop press materials (press releases, key messages, talking points, press briefs) for all KSA media activities- Provide on the ground support staffing local media interviewsInternal communications:- Support the Country Senior Partner with drafting internal comms for the KSA office – Provide communications support to the KSA office in areas such as – Corporate Social Responsibility, Women in Business and internal events- Support the central internal communications team with local communications initiatives – Draft key stories for at PwC to help promote the KSA office in their market activitiesBrand- Abide and follow the brand of PwC Middle East and Strategy& ME in the KSA market whilst adhering to the global brand guidelines and overall corporate brand identity- Act as a brand champion for the KSA office and guiding internal stakeholders on the appropriate brand execution  – Work closely with the Creative Design Centre on the production of all branded material for the KSA officeLearning & Growth- Liaise with the marketing and knowledge teams on global campaigns, knowledge sharing initiatives, and other corporate activities- Implement marketing training opportunities for partners and principals- Support in the recruitment and termination of staff as needed- Responsible for people management including nurturing talent, coaching and counseling- Develop talent within the team by providing consistent direction and support to achieve targets/service level agreements- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed- Establish a healthy work environmentFinancial- Manage the marketing budget and report on all associated marketing spend related to KSA marketing and comms activities

    Knowledge, skills and experience- 5+ years marketing and communications experience working in a marketing field- 2+ years experience working in the Professional Services Industry, Big 4 or Multinational company specifically in Marketing, PR or Communications capacity- 2+ years  experience in a working in a management capacity- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, PR and Communications or related field- Commercial awareness and solid understanding of the region and the KSA market- Experiencing in working independently or as part of a wider regional team- Excellent verbal and written communication skills- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high quality outputs under pressure- Experience of executing brand campaigns in line with global brand guidelines- Fluent in English. Arabic (speaking and writing) desirable- Middle East Industry experience desirable- Strong IT skills in MS Office and Google. Experience in Salesforce Marketing Cloud desirable

    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