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    Sales Operations Specialist | Black Pearl

    Employment: Full Time

    An international company is currently looking for a Sales Operations Specialist who will be based in Cairo, Egypt. You will be engaged in a role that directly supports business operations in an effort to achieve the strategic goals of the organization. Performs analysis and coordination in support of divisional activities on initiatives such as strategic planning, forecasting and CRM pipeline quality. Interacts with sales team, finance, marketing, and applicable departments at SAS. Other responsibilities will include:Key Responsibilities:- Ensures implementation and execution of the Pipeline Management and Forecasting guidelines, pro-actively highlight issues, potential problems and suggests corrective actions- Assess overall sales performance and provide relevant information to management (such as – performance against KPI’s, trend analysis, lead generation, pipeline quality, etc.)- Shares and implements sales operations best practices in local countries, leads their execution within local governance model (Account Planning, Opportunity Management Process, Close Plans)- Sales system and tools – effective use of the systems by the Sales teams- Pipeline Data quality – ensure data quality and consistency according to defined standards and guidelines- Production of timely and effective management operational reports (using common templates as well as ad-hoc reports as requested by management)- Ensure effective CRM hygiene is undertaken by the sales team- Collaborate with peers to enable a smooth and efficient experience across operationsArea of Knowledge:- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills- Good business acumen and the motivation to listen, translate, research and resolve business issues- Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects at a time- Able to implement regional practices into his/her territory by coaching local sales teams.- Perform well under pressure; ability to adhere to deadlines- Attention to detail and accuracy- Excellent facilitation, and presentation skills- Strong analytical skills

    RequirementsTechnical Skills Requirements:- At least 5 years of experience in similar role.- Overall experience from 8 to 10 years.- Minimum Bachelor’s degree- Advanced Excel skills (data consolidation and analysis) – is a must- Advanced English – Must have outstanding written and spoken English communication skills to successfully communicate with clients.- Microsoft PPT, able to craft decks for effective executive communication- Requires Sales Operations role experience in a multinational IT company.- Experience in analysing and reporting information related to specific area of assignment.Soft skills Requirements:- Must be highly self-motivated and dedicated- Must be able to coordinate several tasks/projects at once and pivot priorities easily- Must be a team player with a proactive, positive “can do” attitude- Desire to grow both personally and professionally- Willing to work in challenging environment and build something from scratchDisclaimer: 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.

    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

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    IT Project Manager | Black Pearl

    Employment: Full Time

    An international company is currently looking for a Project Manager who will be based in Cairo, Egypt. In this role, you should have an intensive background in business skills, management, budgeting and analysis. You should be an excellent communicator and comfortable managing multiple tasks and you also need to be a team player and have a problem-solving aptitude. Other responsibilities will include:Key Responsibilities: > Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects > Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget > Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility > Ensure resource availability and allocation • Develop a detailed project plan to track progress > Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs > Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques > Report and escalate to management as needed • Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders > Perform risk management to minimize project risks • Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors > Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

    Requirements: > Great educational background, preferably in the fields of computer science or engineering. > Proven working experience as a project manager in the information technology sector > Solid technical background, with understanding and hands-on experience in software development and web technologies > Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills > Excellent written and verbal communication skills > Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills > Experience with Agile and Waterfall implementation methodologies > Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Project) > PMP certification is a plusTo view other vacancies we have, please visit our website – www.blackpearlconsult.comDisclaimer: 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

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    IT Service Delivery Manager (Egypt) | Black Pearl

    Employment: Full Time

    An international company is currently looking for a Service Delivery Manager who will be based in Egypt. In this role, you will be accountable for the end-to-end delivery of programs and projects to meet customer needs, and responsible for customer relationships across African region. Other responsibilities will include:Key Responsibilities: > Leading a team of African region dispersed resources to deliver technology projects on time and within budget > Maintaining end-to-end accountability for customer satisfaction and overall delivery excellence > Work with project teams to determine necessary activities to successfully deliver projects > Ensure that the right type and number of resources that are required to fulfill the planned projects are available and in place through cooperation with Operations team > Delivering customer satisfaction and overall excellence by identifying opportunities (or issues) and assisting with speedy resolution > Understanding the pipeline of demand to ensure an appropriate supply of resources > Responsible for financial management and reporting and optimizing processes > Managing and leading complex stakeholders towards optimal solutions while helping them understand resource constraints and prioritization > Holding the teams to the highest standards, project discipline and accountability > Continuously improving the technical delivery model and strategy, implementing, and managing > Initiate, build and sustain productive relationships > Serve as an escalation point for customer concerns if/when they arise > Identify appropriate resolution to achieve client satisfaction in a timely manner > Monitor and manage end-to-end delivery of programs and projects sponsored by one or more customer groups to scope, time and budget > Enforce standard methodologies, processes, and tools > Provide leadership and direction to project team members

    RequirementsMandatory Requirements: > Proven track record of delivering a collection projects for a portfolio size of $5M – $8M > 10+ years of business development, project delivery and client relationship management in a technology environment > Experience in Data Analytics or Business Intelligence projects > Good business acumen and ability to negotiate with business partners > Strong customer orientation and able to manage customer expectations > Good executive presence > Ability to develop strategic plans and translate them to actionable roadmaps > Good financial and people leadership skills > Initiates, builds, and maintains productive customer relationships > Flexibility to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change > Ability to manage risk, and encourage strategic risk management-based delivery in others to manage expectations and communicate effectively > Strong collaboration skills to build teams across business boundaries > Leadership skills to successfully lead large, diverse, and virtual teams. Agile working experience necessary. > Drives operational improvements and efficiencies through the creation and implementation of rigorous process and controls, acts as a gatekeeper for quality > Building trust with senior stakeholders in times of pressureOther Skills/Competencies: >Strong oral and written communications skills >Good listening and presentation skills >Native Arabic speaker >Certifications in Project Management, Business Analysis and Project Assurance would be beneficial to performing this role >SAS solutions or any Data Analytics projects end to end implementation experience > Experience in a cross-border role, successfully managing multiple complex projects at regionalTo view other vacancies we have, please visit our website – www.blackpearlconsult.comDisclaimer: 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

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    Sales Operations Specialist (Egypt) | Black Pearl

    Employment: Full Time

    An international company is currently looking for a Sales Operations Specialist who will be based in Cairo, Egypt. You will be engaged in a role that directly supports business operations in an effort to achieve the strategic goals of the organization. Performs analysis and coordination in support of divisional activities on initiatives such as strategic planning, forecasting and CRM pipeline quality. Interacts with sales team, finance, marketing, and applicable departments at SAS. Other responsibilities will include:Key Responsibilities: > Ensures implementation and execution of the Pipeline Management and Forecasting guidelines, pro-actively highlight issues, potential problems and suggests corrective actions > Assess overall sales performance and provide relevant information to management (such as – performance against KPI’s, trend analysis, lead generation, pipeline quality, etc.) > Shares and implements sales operations best practices in local countries, leads their execution within local governance model (Account Planning, Opportunity Management Process, Close Plans…) > Sales system and tools – effective use of the systems by the Sales teams > Pipeline Data quality – ensure data quality and consistency according to defined standards and guidelines > Production of timely and effective management operational reports (using common templates as well as ad-hoc reports as requested by management) > Ensure effective CRM hygiene is undertaken by the sales team > Collaborate with peers to enable a smooth and efficient experience across operationsArea of Knowledge: > Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills > Good business acumen and the motivation to listen, translate, research and resolve business issues > Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects at a time > Able to implement regional practices into his/her territory by coaching local sales teams. > Perform well under pressure; ability to adhere to deadlines > Attention to detail and accuracy > Excellent facilitation, and presentation skills > Strong analytical skills

    RequirementsTechnical Skills Requirements: > At least 5 years of experience in similar role. > Overall experience from 8 to 10 years. > Minimum Bachelor’s degree > Advanced Excel skills (data consolidation and analysis) – is a must > Advanced English – Must have outstanding written and spoken English communication skills to successfully communicate with clients. > Microsoft PPT, able to craft decks for effective executive communication > Requires Sales Operations role experience in a multinational IT company. Experience in analysing and reporting information related to specific area of assignment.Soft skills Requirements: > Must be highly self-motivated and dedicated > Must be able to coordinate several tasks/projects at once and pivot priorities easily > Must be a team player with a proactive, positive “can do” attitude > Desire to grow both personally and professionally > Willing to work in challenging environment and build something from scratchTo view other vacancies we have, please visit our website – www.blackpearlconsult.comDisclaimer: 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

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    IT Manager | Hyatt

    Employment: Full Time

    SummaryYou will be responsible for the efficient running of the department in line with Hyatt International’s Corporate Strategies and brand standards, whilst meeting employee, guest, and owner expectations. The Information Systems Manager is responsible to ensure that all computer systems and networks used within the hotel provide as near as possible uninterrupted service to the hotel operations. Provide technical assistance and advice to hotel management. To ensure that the most are obtained from the hotel’s investment in hardware and software. Provide effective training and support. To effectively manage all communication networks that are used internally within the hotel and all gateways to external networks. Assist in the provision of IS-related services to hotel guests.

    QualificationsIdeally with a university degree or diploma in Information Systems and/or Computer Programming. Networking experience would be an advantage. Minimum 2 years of work experience as Information Systems Manager or Assistant Information Systems Manager in large operation with advanced technology. Good problem solving, administrative and interpersonal skills are a must.

    Hyatt was founded by Jay Pritzker in 1957 when he purchased the Hyatt House motel adjacent to the Los Angeles International Airport. Over the following decade, Jay Pritzker and his brother, Donald Pritzker, working together with other Pritzker family business interests, grew the company into a North American management and hotel ownership company, which became a public company in 1962. In 1968, Hyatt International was formed and subsequently became a separate public company. Hyatt Corporation and Hyatt International Corporation were taken private by the Pritzker family business interests in 1979 and 1982, respectively. On December 31, 2004, substantially all of the hospitality assets owned by Pritzker family business interests, including Hyatt Corporation and Hyatt International Corporation, were consolidated under a single entity, now Hyatt Hotels Corporation. More

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    Graphic Design Intern | Rethink

    Employment: Full Time

    Re-think is looking for a qualified intern to join our marketing team. The intern will work closely with our design and marketing team to assist in the development of coding and designing the layout and functionality according to the client’s specifications. This intern should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment, and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of web development.The Intern’s primary duties include but are not limited to:• Design, recommend and pitch improvements to new and existing features.• Assist in troubleshooting issues on web-based systems.• Update and edit website content, posts and pages.• Provide technical support related to web-based systems to internal teams.• Assist in creating website layout/user interface by using standard HTML/CSS practices.• Assist in gathering and refining specifications and requirements based on technical needs.• Keep up to date into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them into operations and activities.

    Job Requirements:• Basic knowledge of modern HTML/CSS.• Basic knowledge in Wordpress development• Graphics knowledge would be an added advantage• Knowledge with at least one of the following programming languages: PHP, ASP.NET, JavaScript or C# is a plus.• A solid understanding of how web applications work including security, session management and best development practices.• Basic knowledge of relational database systems, object oriented programming and web application development.• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)• Ability to work independently and with tight deadlines• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure• Highly organized and detail oriented

    Re/think is a boutique accounting, regulatory and compliance, VAT advisory, audit, HR consultancy, recruitment and business advisory firm. We specialize in assisting SME clients with cost-effective, high quality services and solutions. We create value by investing in highly qualified and motivated people and working closely with leading industry partners to provide our clients a one stop shop for all of their business support.
    This support ranges from our core services to CFO and board level advisory for the sectors and markets we serve. Our ability to add value reaches across business size, as our offering can be adopted to start ups through to large complex firms. More

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    Audit Associate | Rethink

    Employment: Full Time

    RAA Auditing is a well know auditing firm comprising of staff with international experience, client service focus and commitment to ethics in the field of Audit. We are looking for top calibre candidates that are prepared to add value on day one and involve themselves in multiple areas and projects of the group. As a small and growing group, we strive to provide a fulfilling, rewarding, and fun work atmosphere.Key responsibilities:• Leading audits of small and medium sized entities.• Leading junior audit staff and assisting them with their work and guiding them.• Follow the set audit methodology and learn proper functioning of audit programs that are approved by the organization.• Preparation of financial statements from trial balance and also from bank statements.• Carry out fieldwork methodically and documenting all the information related to these field work as per the quality standards of accounting and auditing.• Obtain information directly/indirectly though examination of records and sourcing them from clients.• Assist in the assessment of reliability and effectiveness of internal controls, accounting and risk management systems.• Assist in the management of audit engagements.• Examining balance sheet and income statements in detail.• Ensure issues raised are appropriately resolved in a timely manner.• Assist in the preparation and issuance of financial statements as per auditing and accounting standards.• Assist in the delivery of reports other than audited financials (like liquidations and special purpose reports).• Assist with compliance support for clients.

    Essential characteristics;• Graduation in Finance or related field.• 2-3 years of auditing experience from internship in well-known international audit firm would be plus.• Pursuing CA, CPA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent qualification.• Perfect written and spoken English.• Excellent technical and systems skill including MS Office• High level of communication skills.• Highly discrete and able to uphold the utmost confidentiality.• Self-confident and very proactive.• Prepared to be hands-on to achieve results and maintain deadlines.

    Re/think is a boutique accounting, regulatory and compliance, VAT advisory, audit, HR consultancy, recruitment and business advisory firm. We specialize in assisting SME clients with cost-effective, high quality services and solutions. We create value by investing in highly qualified and motivated people and working closely with leading industry partners to provide our clients a one stop shop for all of their business support.
    This support ranges from our core services to CFO and board level advisory for the sectors and markets we serve. Our ability to add value reaches across business size, as our offering can be adopted to start ups through to large complex firms. More

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    Audit Intern | Rethink

    Employment: Full Time

    RAA is an audit, firm with offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, focused on providing entrepreneurial businesses of varying sizes with timely, proactive and customized business solutions from start-up and early development to the latest stages of a business lifecycle. RAA Auditing has a strong presence in the Middle East business community and is well known for its popularity and reputation for quality service delivery. All our auditors are internationally trained and have several years of experience across many jurisdictions throughout the world. We have mainly developed our business through SME and medium sized companies within Dubai, but we also have a presence and reach throughout the UAE.• Coordination with audit manager and other members.• Assist job manager and senior audit staff to perform audit.• Complete simple audits on time and submit reports to auditing manager.• Work on multiple tasks as required by manager and senior team members.

    • Good knowledge of IFRS and ISA.• In-depth understanding of auditing and control practices.• Present audit findings and find ways to increase compliance and efficiency.• Basic knowledge in MS Office (especially Excel).• Good soft skills and team skills.• Strong English communication skills in writing in speaking.• Able to work under pressure proficiently.• Integrity and reliability• ACCA exam qualified

    Re/think is a boutique accounting, regulatory and compliance, VAT advisory, audit, HR consultancy, recruitment and business advisory firm. We specialize in assisting SME clients with cost-effective, high quality services and solutions. We create value by investing in highly qualified and motivated people and working closely with leading industry partners to provide our clients a one stop shop for all of their business support.
    This support ranges from our core services to CFO and board level advisory for the sectors and markets we serve. Our ability to add value reaches across business size, as our offering can be adopted to start ups through to large complex firms. More