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    Credit and Portfolio Management | Robert Half

    Employment: Full Time

    The RoleCredit Middle and Portfolio Management acts as a middle office function in the company and covers numerous roles to support the front office. The role can be divided into 3 categories:* Reporting* Deal Confirmation* Credit Portfolio ManagementRoles and Responsibilities* Producing and completing various due date reports by closely working with Front office on a monthly basis.* Working with Credit-Risk on the takeover of the Non-Performing Asset (NPA) process for the central bank’s regulation; gaining knowledge in the fundamental provisioning process. Accountable for the calculations, reconciliation and postings of data; from several platforms such as T24, Intellect, OBIEE and Intellect.* Responsible to coordinate with internal stakeholders to create new Standard Operating Procedures, RACI matrix and Delegation of Authority matrix.* Continuously reviewing the current NPA process in place and providing enhancements where possible.* Responsible and accountable for posting monthly account entries that include Non-Performing Loans, Interest in Suspense and Specific provisions for the month.* Leading the user acceptance testing (UAT), which involves conducting scenario analysis to identify the possible outcomes which may arise when migrating from current platforms to future platforms.* Continuously analyzing portfolios in order to make sure resources are being allocated optimally, assess/identify areas of improvement, and to make sure products are aligned with organizations broader strategy.

    Candidate Requirements* Experience in finance (min 5 years)* Advance in excel* Strong attention to detail* Knowledge of credit policy guideline

    Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide. More

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    HR Manager – Banking and Financial Services Background | Charterhouse

    Employment: Full Time

    Charterhouse is working with a well-established, multi-national banking client who is looking to hire an experienced HR Professional to join their team in Dubai.You will report directly to Director level and will be chiefly involved in various projects surrounding recruitment strategy within the MENA region, appraisal schemes and retention projects in addition to supporting the team’s standard generalist duties.Your duties will include leading regular team meetings to lead ongoing projects, building strong working relationships with all internal stakeholders as well as to completing all performance management and appraisal responsibilities for the organisation. In addition to this, the successful candidate will be appointed as the Learning and Development Specialist for the Dubai Office, sourcing external trainers and identifying key areas of development needed within various departments of the business.

    The successful candidate will have previous or current exposure to the financial services or banking sector. Ideally, the candidate will be CIPD accredited, and will have had prior experience of managing a HR team. In character, you will be strategic and proactive with an ability to meet deadlines and represent the organisation in a professional light at all times.Due to the scope of the role candidates who are currently working in the UAE or worked in the UAE within the last 5 years will be considered for this role.

    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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    Senior Facilities Manager | Ignite Search & Selection

    Employment: Full Time

    One of our client is a leading company based in Saudi Arabia currently looking for a Senior Facilities Manager having experience working as a Service Provider or Managing Agent.This role would be to report directly to FM Director.• Oversee the complete Facilities and operations of multiple sites and manage service providers.
    Salary:SAR 25,000 to 30,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    • Minimum 10 – 12 years experience is required.• Should have a bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent discipline.• Should be have experience in Hard & Soft services.• Previous experience in FM Quality Management Inspection & Audits in Hard and Soft services is preferred.

    Ignite is a specialist Construction and Property Recruitment Consultancy. We are experts in the Middle East and Asia markets which we service from our offices in the UAE and UK.
    Our consultants operate in a niche market making them experts in their sector. This allows us to offer our clients and candidates expert market knowledge whilst building long term relationships.
    We pride ourselves on recruiting Construction and Property staff of all levels and disciplines. We offer the same high quality service whether you are recruiting or seeking work from Engineer through to Company Director level. More

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    IFS – HC – Regional Recruitment Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people. You’ll focus on helping the local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.It takes talented people to support the largest professional services organisation in the world. Our Recruiting team works to identify and attract talent for PwC. You’ll focus on engaging the most qualified experienced candidates by building relationships with job seekers and candidates, while understanding the dynamic hiring needs of each business. Our team actively recruits for full time employees at all levels, from experienced to executive, as well as fixed term, contingent, and flexible talent and supports the internal movement process between roles.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution.Responsibilities include:Financial- Reports recruitment information & statistics to key internal clients, for purpose of tracking cost, time & source of hire and to keep them informed of progress on recruitment- Ensures that cost efficient options are explored for interviewing candidatesCustomer- Finalises job descriptions with Partners and Directors- Sources experienced candidates from multiple sources, liaising with PwC Recruitment teams in other locations to share information and minimize duplication of effortInternal process- Develops and promotes the PwC people value proposition within recruitment; Interview and test candidates using the standard competency based recruitment model and employing psychometric testing within selection- Manages the end to end recruitment process in line with Global PwC standards and metrics- Collects data for recruitment reporting needs in a timely mannerLearning and Growth- Supports improvements in the HC Operating model, specifically the increased delivery of standardised services.- Looks for areas of continuous improvement across the Recruitment & Global Mobility function- Promotes collaboration, trust and improvement between team members and across the People Team- Works on specific projects related to HR initiatives as assigned

    Requirements:Education- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology or Business Management is an advantage- Professional Human Resources certification or Recruitment qualifications is an advantage (i.e CIPD, Level A/B Psychometric Testing)Language- Proficiency in spoken and written English and ArabicOverall Experience- 5+ years of recruitment experience essential- Professional Services and / or Big 4 expertise and knowledge is ideal (otherwise work for a large international business)- Knowledge and experience of the Middle East Region is required- Experience sourcing candidates with professional services experience, internationally as well as across the Middle East is essentialKnowledge and Skills- Experience and proficiency in recruitment technology is essential- Experience and expertise of selection techniques including competency based interviewing and running assessment centres is essential- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills- Strong customer service orientation with ability to use patience and diplomacy to handle issues

    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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    Monitoring Manager | A Leading Financial Organization in Qatar

    Employment: Full Time

    JOB PURPOSE:The role monitors firms to ensure they comply with the Law and regulations, as well as the related legislation and policy by reviewing information provided by firms during the registration process and make enquiries into them and individuals. Following incorporation of the firm, the job holder monitors compliance of firms against the Company’s regulations and take appropriate action in case there are non-compliant cases.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES• Manages that monitoring post licensing matter are accurately captured into the CRM system; followed up in accordance with the Dept’s procedures and resolved in accordance with the timeframe as per the licensing letter,• Maintains and improves the monitoring framework and procedures documentation including monthly management update reports and any ad hoc reporting.• Manage and lead on-site reviews of non-compliant Firms to ensure that Company Law, Rules and Regulations are adhered to and that the Firm is conducting business within its Scope of Licence.• Identify risk areas, lead and completed thematic and targeted reviews to be conducted on Firms with the assistance of an Officer.• Liaises with firms, where appropriate, with possible non-compliant firms to ensure awareness of the regulations, rules, laws and other Company related matters that are important for the running of firm under Company.• Manages the framework for oversight of firms on an on-going basis where necessary recommend chronic non-compliant Firms to the Enforcement Unit via the Dept., Director.

    Professional/Academic Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration or Finance.• Diploma in Anti Money Laundering or related field (e.g. Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and/or Certified Fraud Examiner are preferred.Experience:• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in in legal, compliance or regulatory role and at least 4 years in positions with managerial responsibilities.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:• Ability to understand legal and commercial implications of issuance of licenses• Ability to analyse business models• Ability to analyse financial plans and statements• Experience in financial services data (including P&L, etc.) analysis• Ability to apply understanding of Anti Money Laundering principles• Management and supervisory skills• Decision making skills and ability to command respect• Excellent communication and mediation skills• Strong analytical and problem- solving skills• Strong computer and excel skills• General understanding of market-place AML issues and AML suspicious activity transaction monitoring systems, data mining/analytical tools, and KYC automated solutions is helpful• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing• Customer focus mentality, proactive and ability to follow up and close queries• Maintains high standards of honesty and trustworthiness• Maintains high quality standards in the output they produce and encourages others to meet similar standards• Makes a positive first impression, displaying immediate presence and credibility• Exercises good judgment in making decisions• Coaches and develops others

    A leading Financial Organization in Qatar. More

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    Team Admin / Office Manager | Tiger Recruitment

    Employment: Full Time

    Our Client based in Dubai is looking for a Team Assistant. As a Team Assistant, you will be providing administrative support for a small team of 4. Flexibility and a ‘can do’ attitude will be essential for this role.Responsibilities• Coordinate meetings, conference calls, telepresence set up – internally and externally• Travel arrangements: flights, check-in, Visa’s, accommodation, ground transportation• Coordinating catering arrangements• Administrative tasks – printing and filing of documents, expense processing• Drafting of emails and letters• Liaise with other administrative / PA’s• Proactively assist with general office administration such as the ordering of items, arranging for IT set up.• Hold others within the immediate team, and wider company accountable for their standard of behaviour.• Some PowerPoint/excel skills – an additional advantage• Some presentation/design skills – an additional advantage
    Salary:AED 10,000 to 15,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Essential skills/experience• Organized• Open to flexible hours, when required• Strong executive communication style• Polished with a calm and composed manner.• Ability to work within a pressured environment• Adaptable and dependable• Upholds a high standard of delivery from themselves and others• Energetic

    We specialise in matching exceptional support staff to top businesses and private individuals.
    We recruit for a range of positions around the world, including personal assistants, executive assistants, administrative assistants and many more.
    Our expert consultants only work with high-calibre individuals who offer outstanding business and private support. This is what makes us one of the market-leading permanent and temp recruitment agencies in London. More

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    IT Administrator – Native Arabic Speaker | Black Pearl

    The Role
    We are currently hiring an IT Administrator for a large semi-government client who is based in Al Ain. The role is to be in-charge of configuration, maintenance and operation of network, servers, desktop, and storage infrastructure. Key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to: – Installs, c… More

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    Deals, Transaction Services – Valuations – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismValuationManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryWho we are looking for:Do you have strong financial analysis skills, combined with an ability to see the commercial “Big Picture”? Are you comfortable with financial models but equally interested in the strategic decisions which drive business value? We have an excellent opportunity to join our Dubai office as a Senior Associate in the Valuation team.About the roleAs part of the leading global valuation practice with over 1,700 dedicated valuation professionals in 50 countries, we have the right people to support clients for various different type of valuation related work. Our Middle East valuations team operates on a regional basis but with team members based in each territory who understand thelocal market dynamics.Within the practice, the UAE valuations team represents a group of more than 20 professionals based mainly in the Dubai office, working across various industry verticals as required. We also work collaboratively with the regional valuation team members and provide support on large complex regional valuation engagements. You could be working remotely with colleagues anywhere in the region.You will enjoy potential for fast personal development in a dynamic team by playing an important role within the local and regional valuations practice. From the outset you will be exposed to a diverse range of challenging valuation work across industry sectors including company share valuations and/or financial instruments and valuations ofintangible assets. Interaction with senior colleagues and senior client individuals will also provide plenty of opportunity for candidates to build business development and marketing skills.You will- Assist managers/senior manager/directors in carrying out valuation engagements- Engage with clients on a day to day basis for carrying out the valuation fieldwork- Provide support to junior team members in guiding and reviewing their work outputs- Present valuation findings internally and, where required externally to clients- Build a network around your peer group internally within PwC and externallyMore specifically your role will involve- Carry out financial modelling assignments as part of the valuation process- Prepare detailed analysis of peer group across a wide variety of industry sectors- Prepare substantial written sections of valuation reports which supports the valuation conclusion- Working with colleagues across all lines of services to deliver valuations alongside other services provided by PwC- Although you would be based in the UAE, a degree of flexibility in travelling between regional offices maybe required as part of the role.

    RequirementsWe are looking for an individual at Senior Associate level who has an excellent track record and meets the followingcriteria:Work and academic background- 3-4 years of previous commercial, client-facing valuation work experience ideally in a big four- ACA, CFA or ACCA qualified and/or Master/Bachelors’s degree in Finance/Accounting- Hands on financial modelling experience with proficiency in Ms Excel- Experience with PowerBi, Tableau will be a plusOther required attributes- Strong analytical skills but tempered with an ability to think laterally- Ability to deliver high quality written work- Strong attention to detail combined with an ability to see the big picture- Ability to work effectively in teams- Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence when interacting with others- Ability to quickly grasp key business drivers and specific valuation issuesCompensation- Attractive expat compensation package, commensurate with the level of the experience.

    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