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      Strategy Manager | Ernst & Young

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      Employment: Full Time

      EY Parthenon Strategy ManagerCompetitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Manager within EY Parthenon Strategy, you will help make that happen. EY Parthenon is a leading advisory organization focused on strategy consulting. We are committed to combining our unconventional thinking with our clients’ smarts to deliver actionable strategies.The OpportunityIn today’s complex business landscape, creativity has become a necessary ingredient for sustained success. EY Parthenon has an ideal balance of strengths – deep and concentrated skills with broad executional capabilities, intimate client relationships and proven processes along with a progressive spirit.We are looking for a seasoned professional to join our fast growing team in MENA at the Manager level. You will have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning.Your key responsibilitiesAs a Manager, you will lead work streams and engagements and translate client needs into project tasks and deliverables. You will work closely with the clients to define the objective and scope of the engagements and deliverables in consultation with the engagement’s Partner.The range of assignments includes (but not limited to) developing long-term strategies for organizations, evaluating the potential acquisition of businesses, developing new marketing channel strategies, reducing operating costs, and evaluating new business ventures. EY-Parthenon Strategy also helps clients in making strategic decisions such as portfolio and growth strategies for regional family businesses, inbound entry or expansion decisions for global corporate clients, and commercial and business due diligence for private equity and sovereign wealth funds.EY-Parthenon strategy consultants typically work directly with the C-Suite executives on their strategic and transaction decisions.Skills and attributes for success- Develop business strategies using tools such as market analysis, customer research, macroeconomic forecasting, and portfolio optimization.- Review transaction rationale and deal documents to identify critical business issues and risks relating to a proposed transaction.- Develop, manage and motivate junior team members with diverse skills and backgrounds.

      To qualify for the role you must have- At a minimum, a bachelor’s degree with outstanding academic performance, and at least 5 years of relevant work experience within strategy consulting firms.- Experience managing business strategy projects in complex environments, including go-to-market, growth strategy, and market-entry strategy.- Ability to make detailed assessments of industry, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities.- Proficiency in the English language, including the ability to listen, understand, read and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in a professional environment.- Effective organization and time management skills with ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.- Willingness and ability to travel, when necessary (approximately 25-50% of the time).Ideally, you’ll also have- An MBA or masters from one of the top business schools globally.- Prior experience with a tier 1 strategy consulting firm, with particular focus on client advisory and strategic planning.- Excellent problem solving, project management, facilitation and interpersonal skills.- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.- Arabic language fluency, both spoken and written.What we look forWe are looking for candidates who have a strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis and the ability to link business strategy to performance. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients’ goals.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. Plus, we offer:- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most recognized and engaging leaders in the profession;- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EY-ParthenonEY-Parthenon teams work with clients to navigate complexity by helping them to reimagine their eco-systems, reshape their portfolios and reinvent themselves for a better future. With global connectivity and scale, EY-Parthenon teams focus on Strategy Realized – helping CEOs design and deliver strategies to better manage challenges while maximizing opportunities as they look to transform their businesses. From idea to implementation, EY-Parthenon teams help organizations to build a better working world by fostering long-term value.About EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve 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, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Join us in building a better working world.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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      Application Architect (Red Hat / Openshift) | IBM Middle East

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      Employment: Full Time

      IntroductionAs an IBM Application Architect, you directly help clients transform their business and solve complex problems. You will define the scope and vision for projects that deliver customized solutions using your knowledge of IBM platforms. You are a technical leader, serving as a liaison among business partners, technical resources, and project stakeholders.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesThe Global Business Services Cloud Center of Competency is a leader in Cloud solutions. IBM Application Consultants work directly with our clients on key initiatives. You will have the opportunity to build an in-depth understanding of their business issues and implement organizational strategies that drive adoption of change. We are looking for experts who can build credibility and trust with our clients and provide knowledge that addresses individual and unique business needs.As a part of the multi-cloud team, we are looking for architects with extensive experience of open-source technologies. Join us to learn new technologies and expand your core base of expertise while help integrating IBM and OpenSource technologies through real world engagement. In this role you will lead cloud application opportunities towards adoption of container orchestration technologies (Kubernetes, Openshift). You will play a key role in our customers’ evolution in enterprise development and help make our solutions both practical and workable for their businesses. You’ll work to gain an understanding of customer application landscape including infrastructure and business needs, make recommendations that resolve their issues, and help them make strategic decisions. You’ll then build enterprise applications and capabilities around cloud technologies to streamline development and allow for continuous feature release of applications.We are seeking a candidate who have designed, architected cloud native applications on Openshift. Lead teams of developers and own proof of concepts. Strong experience on ability to walk through the journey of Mono to Microservices is mandatory.Key Responsibilities- Provide Subject Matter Expertise in hybrid-cloud computing with Kubernetes container platforms; thereby becoming a trusted advisor to influential decision makers.- Initiate a conversation with CXo’s towards adoption of their business applications on Hybrid Cloud Platform with a value based approach- Provide end-to-end technical guidance and expertise on how to effectively use PaaS (Platform-as-a-Service ) to build solutions on business applications;- Work with clients and IBM teams to identify business problems and provide innovative solutions to evangelize and accelerate the adoption of Kubernetes technologies.- Design and implement target applications application architecture based on Kubernetes framework with prospective clients, assess architecture needs for projects, work with Development leads and Designers to scope and craft proposals.- Must have designed and deployed atleast 2 microservices application architecture on Kubernetes or Openshift and ability to develop work products during the project lifecycle- Work to harvest best practices and document lessons learned as part of continuous improvement of our offerings.- Be proficient in atleast one cloud providers, such as IBM Cloud, RedHat OpenShift, AKS, EKS or Kubernetes- Hybrid cloud knowledge towards developing Kubernetes based Infrastructure architecture or deployment experience is not a must

      Required Technical and Professional Expertise- A relevant experience of over 10 – 12 years of designing Application architecture experience (Java or .net) is must- Atleast over 1.5 years of hands on implementation experience on Kubernetes- A solid background in technical consulting, with demonstrated IT experience in solving customer’s business applications.- Experience in building cloud native and ready applications- Previous commercial experience with architect / build technologies with containers and container management technologies like Kubernetes (preferred) or Openshift- Proven technical experience with frameworks like Java, Spring Boot, Service meshPreferred Technical and Professional Expertise- Solid project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills- A well-established career within the consultancy space- Certified Red Hat OpenShift Certified on Container application or equivalent Kubernetes certification is must- Supporting experience on OpenStack and Ansbile Automation will be a advantageAbout Business UnitIBM Services is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants that design, build, and run foundational systems and services that is the backbone of the world’s economy. IBM Services partners with the world’s leading companies in over 170 countries to build smarter businesses by reimagining and reinventing through technology, with its outcome-focused methodologies, industry-leading portfolio and world class research and operations expertise leading to results-driven innovation and enduring excellence.Your Life at IBMWhat matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.Being You at IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

      For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.
      Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.
      Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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      IT Officer | Rawabi Holding

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      Employment: Full Time

      Company DescriptionRAWABI Holding CompanyOperating in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East for over 30 years as one of the leading industrial players in the region and has activities in construction & engineering, oil & gas, petrochemical, utilities, power & electrical, telecommunication & IT, trading, and manufacturing. RAWABI Holding Company comprises various subsidiaries and several associated companies.Job Description- Works with other desktop support technicians to install, configure, and troubleshoot computers and other related peripherals and software as directed by the Professional Services Unit Head.- Supports in the rollout of new hardware and software across the organization.- Performs hardware upgrade, new installation, de-installation, moves, addition and changes.- Use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot basic hardware problem(s) and PC network connectivity problems.- Prioritizes and ensures all user requests are resolved according to the departmental guidelines, using available tools, and ensures the Help Desktop System data is kept up to date and is accurate.- Manage replacement parts inventories to meet service level agreements with vendors.- Assesses functional needs to determine specifications for future purchases.- Interact with numerous computer platforms in a multi-layered client server environment to ensure desktop/laptop computers interconnect seamlessly with diverse systems including file servers, email servers, application servers, and network administrative systems.- Write technical documents and procedures when necessary.- Update assigned tickets on a daily basis so everyone within the IT team knows of the progress.- Performs miscellaneous tasks as assigned by his/her direct manager

      Qualifications- University Degree or 2-3 years Diploma in IT technical related field.- Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) is a must – MCSE is a Plus.- Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in an IT support function.- Hardware configurations and setup expertise.- Very good configuration knowledge of Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7.- Very good knowledge of Microsoft Applications Suite, especially Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.- Experience installing software, patches, updates on Desktops, Laptops.- General Antivirus applications knowledge.- Experience troubleshooting basic network, software, printing problems, scanners, faxes, copiers.- Must be able to lift up to 25Kgs.- Must be willing to accept being re-assigned to other company’s locations (Other business units), whether temporarily or permanently.- Self-starter, ability to multitask, with little direct supervision, in a team environment.- High level of commitment and positive attitude on achieving both departmental and business objectives.- Fluent in English – Arabic language fluency preferred.- Experience in the GCC is a plus (preferably in Saudi Arabia)

      Rawabi Holding, through its fully owned subsidiaries, joint ventures and partnerships with international market leaders, focuses on four core sectors:
      Oilfield Services, Contracting & Industrial Services, Offshore Services and Retail. Through these divisions, we provide a diversified range of products and services to a variety of industries: oil, gas and petrochemicals; marine; engineering and construction; power, telecom and IT; corrosion and industrial services; logistics; and consumer products. Although varied and distinct, all our offerings share the same commitment to quality, service and excellence that make them part of the Rawabi Holding family.
      Rawabi Holding is a purpose-driven company that exists not only to generate profit, but also to improve everyone and everything we can. From customer projects and employee development to our impact on the communities in which we work, Rawabi Holding is propelled by an unwavering energy to make everything we touch better. No matter how great the challenge or how complex the problem, we face it head-on to deliver proven results. More

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      General Ledger Accountant/Book keeper | Venture Search

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      Employment: Full Time

      This role is working Monday-Friday, please apply if you are prepared to work international working week patterns.General Ledger Accountant/Book keeper required for a Dubai based financial services role. The successful candidate would preferably have experience working within an international business environment, with experience across:- Accounts Payable- Accounts Receivable- Invoice Processing- Payroll- General ledger book keeping- Bank reconciliations
      Salary:AED 10,000 to 15,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

      – Experience with SAGE and SAP beneficial.- Someone who’s worked on projects to help with the implementation of SAP as a super user or implementation team member would be very relevant.- Excellent communication skills, and a pro-active can do attitude to work is required.- With a financial services business, but sector experience is not necessary.- Happy to work Monday-Friday, available to start at short notice.

      Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process. By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector. Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More

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      IT Infrastructure Manager | Charterhouse

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      Employment: Full Time

      Charterhouse is working on a new and exciting new role for an IT Infrastructure Manager who will be the focal point for all IT Infrastructure and Operations related to the deliverables for this international event.This role holds immense responsibility whereby you will act as the key liaison within the central Infrastructure and Operations team where you will lead, drive and facilitate the planning, design, implementation, testing and operational stages of the delivery across all IT Infrastructure Services. This includes but not be limited to ensuring all aspects of the Infrastructure Services (eg: cyber security, audio and video, CATV/IPTV, Broadcast Contribution etc…) are implemented across all venues, budget deliverables and lead and design service solutions for IT end user equipment. You will be responsible for all asset management, venue visits/inspections and providing gap analysis reports and support in the IT Master Delivery Plan and in the development of the IT Readiness Program. You will also lead a team of IT Infrastructure Specialists to ensure all infrastructure projects are implemented within set guidelines and in collaboration with all internal and external local and international stakeholders ensuring a successful project delivery.

      The successful candidate must have a minimum experience of 8-10 years in Event IT Management, along with a Degree in IT, Computer Science. You should have strong IT skills and knowledge in Network, Infrastructure and Security Operations. You will also have strong knowledge of cabling standards for copper, coaxial and fiber systems and will have a Technology Certificate such as Cisco, VMWare as well as ITIL. A solid proven track record in leading complex large scale projects within the international sporting or events management industry is necessary to succeed as well as being a team player who can lead a dedicated and driven team. You will have good analytical and problem solving skills and be able to work well to tight deadlines, under pressure. Arabic would be advantageous.

      The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
      Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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      IFS – IT – Alternative Delivery Model – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

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      Employment: Full Time

      Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Data and Analytics Technology services, will provide you with the opportunity to help organisations uncover enterprise insights and drive business results using smarter data analytics. We focus on a collection of organisational technology capabilities, including business intelligence, data management, and data assurance that help our clients drive innovation, growth, and change within their organisations in order to keep up with the changing nature of customers and technology. We make impactful decisions by mixing mind and machine to leverage data, understand and navigate risk, and help our clients gain a competitive edge.We are thinkers and doers, relentless in the pursuit of success for our clients. The Digital team at PwC is transforming the way PwC does business in the Middle East. The team helps develop cutting edge data analytic and automation applications using the latest technologies on both big and small but complex data sources.As a Data Scientist, you will work for PwC’s innovation lab in the Middle East. You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of architects and data analysts on a wide range of problems. We are focused on incorporating the latest in machine learning, Big Data, NoSQL, cutting edge development languages, and advanced data processing techniques to include structured and unstructured information in a loosely coupled ecosystem delivering a technology platform that positions PwC for the future.We are focused on incorporating the latest in machine learning, Big Data, NoSQL, cutting edge development languages, and advanced data processing techniques to include structured and unstructured information in a loosely coupled ecosystem delivering a technology platform that positions PwC for the future.Key Responsibilities• Work with large, complex data sets. Solve difficult, non- routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed.• Conduct end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations.• Build and prototype analysis pipelines iteratively to provide insights at scale.• Develop comprehensive understanding of complex data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed for both products development and sales activity.• Make business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings to multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information.• Research and develop analysis, forecasting, and optimization methods to improve the quality of our client’s products and services; example application areas include ads quality, search quality, end-user behavioral modeling, and live experiments.

      Experience and Knowledge• 2 years of relevant work experience in data analysis or related fields (e.g, as a statistician / data scientist).• Experience with statistical software (e.g., R, Julia, MATLAB, pandas) and database languages (e.g.,SQL).• 2+ year experience with statistical tools (e.g. R) and analysis, regression modeling and forecasting, time series analysis.• Able to write SQL scripts for analysis and reporting ( SQL, MySQL).• Experience using one or more programming languages (e.g. Python, Java, C++, C#, Ruby).• Understanding of machine learning algorithms, such as k-NN, GBM, Neural Networks Naive Bayes, SVM, and Decision Forests.• Experience with big data: processing, filtering, and presenting large quantities (100K to Millions of rows) of data.• Utilizing programming skills and knowledge on how to write models which can be directly used in production as part of a large scale system.• Experience in machine-learning methodologies (e.g. supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning etc.)• Experience with clustered data processing (e.g. Hadoop, Spark, Map-reduce, Hive).• Experience in communicating technically, at a level appropriate for the audience Demonstrated leadership and self-direction.• Demonstrated willingness to both teach others and learn new techniques.Qualifications• MS degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., statistics, operations research, bioinformatics, economics, computational biology, computer science, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, industrial engineering).

      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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      Consulting, Financial Services – Customer Practice – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

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      Employment: Full Time

      Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorFS X-SectorSpecialismCustomer StrategyManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryWe are a growing team and looking for dynamic, flexible, proactive and hardworking experienced consultants who have a passion for shaping financial services positively in the GCC over the coming years. We have a strong pipeline of large, transformational opportunities with our clients which will provide great opportunities for all our people to step up and play significant and rewarding roles.In Consulting, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the best across industry and professional functional advisory services. We focus on helping solve client problems by offering both strategic and operational deep industry expertise. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with companies and organizations, always ensuring that we are able to bring the best insights and solutions to help them tackle whatever critical issues they may face. Our Consulting practice currently focuses on several core industry sectors including (Consumer and Industrial Products & Services, Energy, Utilities & Mining, Financial Services, Government, Health Industries, Finance Function, People and Organisations, and Technology)Business Unit Overview The Financial Services Consulting team provides a full range of services to our Banking & Financial Services clients, including Strategy and Revenue Growth (Entry strategy, Product portfolio analysis, Business plan development and Optimization of revenue generation), Operational excellence (Organization restructuring, Corporate governance development, Organisation transformation, Performance Management, Outsourcing & Shared Services strategies and Cost optimisation), Risk consulting (Risk appetite definition, Risk framework development, Risk reviews and alignment), Technology enablement (System selections, Implementation program management) and Analytics.We are a growing team and looking for dynamic, flexible, proactive and hardworking experienced consultants who have a passion for shaping financial services positively in the GCC over the coming years. We have a strong pipeline of large, transformational opportunities with our clients which will provide great opportunities for all our people to step up and play significant and rewarding roles.Responsibilities: – Build “Front Office Customer Practice” business for PwC in the Middle East, focusing in the areas of:- Revenue generation : customer value management, segmentation, pricing, product development, customer and business strategy, marketing and sales effectiveness etc.- Experience : user experience, customer insights, social media impact, channel mix strategies, impact of digital technologies on experience- Operating Model : Operating Model development based on the above, implementation plan development- Innovation Management  – Responsible for sales and delivery of customer proposition and build the team to ensure PwC positions itself as one of the major players in the region- Lead sales pitches to clients and ensure growth of the customer platform in terms of revenue terms.- Manage and lead assignments including day-to-day follow up on project teams and ensuring targets are met.- In addition to the above, embed customer proposition into other likely propositions within the financial consulting practice and ensure integrated concepts are taken to the clients and customer capabilities are leveraged to the fullest, particularly during implementation of the operating model.- Build and enhance customer team capabilities by always being up to date with trends in the market and understanding the impact on our clients so that you can help shape their thinking and our success in the market.- Develop propositions and impart this knowledge to Managers, Assistant Managers, Consultants and Senior Consultants.- Work with colleagues in all Middle Eastern offices on client work and internal initiatives as well as with international teams where appropriate.- Keep up to date with current trends from the region and from across the world. Demonstrate teamwork and responsibility with the engagement team members; stay abreast of current business and economic developments relevant to the client’s business; and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of services provided.- Whilst working in and leading the Customer Strategy team, you will develop your understanding of the key themes in the market and in the region. You will work collaboratively with other Financial Services experts to shape the future of our clients and to bring about positive change. You will have access to all of the latest training and development tools and the support of the wider PwC network.

      Requirements: – Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, and Economics, Quantitative Analysis or other related major required.- Years of Experience : 10+ years of experience in the Financial Services field. – Minimum 5 years of experience within the professional services environment.- Previous experience within the Middle East is a plus, particularly towards the latter part of the career.- Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise work load whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.- Proven IT skills in Excel, Word and Power point. – Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), particularly ability to articulate concepts and recommendations in written form (PowerPoint reports, charts etc.).  – The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the project dictates.- Strong capability to lead sales and manage delivery.- Strong ability to manage large project/ consulting teams (10+).- In depth financial sector acumen and the underlying market forces affecting the performance of organizations and their strategic objectives.- Demonstrated track record in development and implementation of practical solutions to complex strategic challenges.- Proven strong conceptualized thinking and analytical capabilities.- Demonstrated track record in business development and sales. Should have a track record in relationship management and business development.- Should have gained previous experience in managing staff and the ability to demonstrate leadership skills.- Strong portfolio / program/ project management skills.

      PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.
      We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.
      In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.
      We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.
      PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.
      PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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      Consulting – Government – Labour Market and Social Development (Senior Manager) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

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      Employment: Full Time

      Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Management Consulting practice, within Government Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help clients seize essential advantages by working alongside business leaders to solve their toughest problems and capture their greatest opportunities. We work with some of the world’s largest and most complex companies to understand their unique business issues and opportunities in an ever changing environment. We help create sustainable change by stimulating innovation, unlocking data possibilities, navigating risk and regulatory complexity, optimising deals, and aligning costs with business strategy to create a competitive advantage.A labour market economist typically studies the variables impacting labour supply and demand, understands the application of microeconomic and macroeconomic trends on labour market and social outcomes, researches and analyses market trends, and conducts impact assessments and socio-economic contribution analysis to design and appraise labour and social policy interventions.Role DescriptionResponsibilities- Using a dynamic panel model to estimate the impact of different labour market and policy interventions on the gender pay gap, employment rates, labour market participation, workforce productivity  and other labour market outcomes.- Collect, analyze and visualise large amounts of data related to labour and employment markets to understand and quantify labour supply and demand at both macro and micro economic levels- Conduct policy impact assessments, and economic and social contribution analysis, to answer policy questions related to labour and social policy design and appraisal- Design social security, social development and social welfare schemes for various segments of the workforce- Take PwC current labour market propositions to clients and develop new propositions to commercialise across the ME- Identify and manage potential external contributors to provide additional analysis- Work on business development activities such as thought leaderships, business reports and business proposals- Transfer knowledge and relevant experience to help build the capabilities of the teamAreas of Expertise- Economic Development- Labour Economics- Public Policy- Impact Assessments- Social Sector Policies and Employment – Social Welfare- Social Development- Social Security

      Skills- Ability to compile, analyze, and report data to explain economic phenomena and forecast labour market trends- Ability to design and review national pension system and design of multi-tier model- Strong data analytics foundation and the ability to use innovative data analytics and data gathering methodologies- Design, develop and appraise policy interventions and run multi-criteria analysis for policy prioritisation- Strong international or regional knowledge is desirable, especially regarding the Middle EastPreferred Education and Experience- Master’s degree (or equivalent) preferably in Economics, Labour Development Studies or any other related field- 8-10 years of experience in Economics, Labour Market Analysis, Social Sector Policies, Employment Creation and Labour Market Indicators – Previous Experience with ILO, World Bank is a plus

      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