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    Digital/Agile TMO Lead, Technology Consulting (Saudi National) | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    In recent years, industries have been disrupted and transformed by digital technology. As a technology consulting professional, you will collaborate with different teams to help businesses define their digital strategy and aspirations, design digital products and experiences and solve their digital and innovation challenges. As part of a high-performing team, you’ll deliver exceptional client service to create engaging, intuitive solutions for our key digital transformation programs.As organizations look to leverage the advantage that technology offers, we are committed to helping you develop the right skills that you’ll need in today’s environment. Working on programs that cross borders and sectors, the experiences you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the outstanding EY experience lasts a lifetime.The OpportunityWe’re looking for Saudi national ‘Digital/Agile TMO Lead’ (Manager / Senior Manager) to join our Technology Consulting team in our Riyadh (KSA) office.Your Key Responsibilities- Running the TMO function of a large technology delivery team (80-100 people)- Establishing the core TMO processes / and executing them- Managing senior stakeholder relationships within the clients- Managing the Government Agency stakeholder engagement plan

    To qualify for the role, you must have- Approximately 8-10+ years of overall experience with solid experience of running technology delivery / Digital service delivery- Experience of digital platform / Web / app delivery at national level- Agile Delivery Experience- BA/BS degree in technology, business, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience- Strong communicator who can lead the TMO of a strong technology delivery team- Good understanding and experience of delivering Digital / Platforms in KSAng- Ability to communicate effectively in writing, and walk-through ideas effectively with passion and integrityWhat we Look forA highly motivated person who is open-minded with the ability to run engagements, embrace ambiguity and accept feedback and constructive criticism to realize the optimal user experience. A confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.The right candidate demonstrates propensity to learn and share knowledge with the team, fosters an innovative and inclusive team-oriented work environment and plays a role in nurturing and mentoring juniors within the organization.What Working at EY OffersEY offers an attractive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance . We are committed to be an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus, we offer:- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around- 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 EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and consulting services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.If you can positively 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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    Administrative Assistant – Finance – Manama | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    As an Account Support Associate (ASA), you’ll be a key member of our Business Support Services (BSS) team. The ASA program supports a wide range of service lines (Assurance, Advisory, Tax and Transaction Advisory Services), making this a great place to gain exposure to new skills and progress your career.The opportunityYou will work directly with high-level client-serving professionals (partners/principals, executive directors, senior managers and managers) to drive project management and engagement coordination for EY’s key account client-serving teams. You will drive efficiencies for the account teams and reduce time to provide services to clients, with a focus on maintaining the applicable professional standards.Your key responsibilitiesYou’ll likely balance your time between both project management and analytics. We’ll also look to you to audit and manage budgets and expenses, along with compliance and due diligence.Skills and attributes for success•Managestakeholder expectations, project plans and communications, and providestatus updates as needed to continuously advance service delivery•Gain astrong knowledge of the service line and the engagement, EY’s structure,key personnel and EY’s policies/procedures•Act as theknowledge manager for the engagement team, managing internal databasesand/or portals designed to facilitate global team communications andcoordination of go-to-market strategy•Takecomplete ownership of engagement economics (e.g., hours/budgets/estimatesto complete, fees, billings, Work in Process spreadsheets), proactivelycollaborating with relevant team members to resolve any issues that arise•Collaboratewith the account team, business development and resource management teamsto achieve team goals•Coordinaterisk management processes, such as engagement letters, client continuance,independence, family tree, preapproval and other regulatory requirements

    To qualify for the role you must have•Strong data analytics and Excel skills (e.g.pivot tables)•Excellent oral and written communicationskills•Excellent listening, influencing,interpersonal and presentation skills•The ability to address all relevantinformation/data and develop practical approaches to answering problems•A creative and curious approach to tacklingcomplex challenges, leveraging internal tools and resources to achievefavorable results•A results-oriented approach to driveimprovements in engagement economics (financial systems, relationshipmanagement tools, revenue pipeline, sales cycle reports, risk assessments)•A proven ability to work independently withminimum supervision, and collaboratively with virtual teams•An ability to effectively manage concurrentprojects and prioritize multiple tasks, including multi-locationcoordination•The capability to meet tight deadlines,performing fine-quality work and diligent follow-up•The ability to summarize and concludeactivities, applying appropriate documentation standards and lessonslearned•The capacity to protect confidential andproprietary informationIdeally, you’ll also have•A background in a direct client service role•A bachelor’s degreeWhat we look forWe’re most interested in people with big ideas who aren’t afraid to voice them. You’ll need a proactive approach to work and the curiosity to seek out new challenges without being pushed. If you’re ready to make a real contribution to our goal of building a better working world, this role is for you.What working at EY offers•We offer a competitive compensation package•Ownership for your area, in a culture that encourages people to speak up and challenge the status quo•Career support from some of the most engaging colleagues in the business•The ability to take on different responsibilities and learn new skills•The freedom to provide excellence in a way that’s suited to youAbout 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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    Administrative Assistant – Finance | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    As an Administrative Assistant ,you’ll be a key member of our Business Support Services (BSS) team. The ASA program supports a wide range of service lines (Assurance, Consulting, Tax and Strategy and Transaction Services), making this a great place to gain exposure to new skills and progress your career.The opportunityYou will work directly with high-level client-serving professionals (partners/principals, executive directors, senior managers and managers) to drive project management and engagement coordination for EY’s key account client-serving teams. You will drive efficiencies for the account teams and reduce time to provide services to clients, with a focus on maintaining the applicable professional standards.Your key responsibilities• You’ll likely balance your time between both project management and analytics.• We’ll also look to you to audit and manage budgets and expenses, along with compliance and due diligence.Skills and attributes for success• Manage stakeholder expectations, project plans and communications, and provide status updates as needed to continuously advance service delivery• Gain a strong knowledge of the service line and the engagement, EY’s structure, key personnel and EY’s policies/procedures• Act as the knowledge manager for the engagement team, managing internal databases and/or portals designed to facilitate global team communications and coordination of go-to-market strategy• Take complete ownership of engagement economics (e.g., hours/budgets/ estimates to complete, fees, billings, Work in Process spreadsheets), proactively collaborating with relevant team members to resolve any issues that arise• Collaborate with the account team, business development and resource management teams to achieve team goals• Coordinate risk management processes, such as engagement letters, client continuance, independence, family tree, preapproval and other regulatory requirements

    To qualify for the role you must have• Strong data analytics and Excel skills (e.g.pivot tables)• Excellent oral and written communication skills• Excellent listening, influencing, interpersonal and presentation skills• The ability to address all relevant information/data and develop practical approaches to answering problems• A creative and curious approach to tackling complex challenges, leveraging internal tools and resources to achieve favorable results• A results-oriented approach to drive improvements in engagement economics (financial systems, relationship management tools, revenue pipeline, sales cycle reports, risk assessments)• A proven ability to work independently with minimum supervision, and collaboratively with virtual teams• An ability to effectively manage concurrent projects and prioritize multiple tasks, including multi-location coordination• The capability to meet tight deadlines, performing fine-quality work and diligent follow-up• The ability to summarize and conclude activities, applying appropriate documentation standards and lessons learned• The capacity to protect confidential and proprietary informationIdeally, you’ll also have• A background in a direct client service role• A bachelor’s degreeWhat we look forWe’re most interested in people with big ideas who aren’t afraid to voice them. You’ll need a proactive approach to work and the curiosity to seek out new challenges without being pushed. If you’re ready to make a real contribution to our goal of building a better working world, this role is for you.What working at EY offers• We offer a competitive compensation package• Ownership for your area, in a culture that encourages people to speak up and challenge the status quo• Career support from some of the most engaging colleagues in the business• The ability to take on different responsibilities and learn new skills• The freedom to provide excellence in a way that’s suited to youAbout 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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    Administrative Assistant – Finance – Cairo | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    As an Administrative Assistant ,you’ll be a key member of our Business Support Services (BSS) team. The ASA program supports a wide range of service lines (Assurance, Consulting, Tax and Strategy and Transaction Services), making this a great place to gain exposure to new skills and progress your career.The opportunityYou will work directly with high-level client-serving professionals (partners/principals, executive directors, senior managers and managers) to drive project management and engagement coordination for EY’s key account client-serving teams. You will drive efficiencies for the account teams and reduce time to provide services to clients, with a focus on maintaining the applicable professional standards.Your key responsibilitiesYou’ll likely balance your time between both project management and analytics. We’ll also look to you to audit and manage budgets and expenses, along with compliance and due diligence.Skills and attributes for success•Manage stakeholder expectations, project plans and communications, and provide status updates as needed to continuously advance service delivery•Gain a strong knowledge of the service line and the engagement, EY’s structure, key personnel and EY’s policies/procedures•Act as the knowledge manager for the engagement team, managing internal databases and/or portals designed to facilitate global team communications and coordination of go-to-market strategy•Take complete ownership of engagement economics (e.g., hours/budgets/ estimates to complete, fees, billings, Work in Process spreadsheets), proactively collaborating with relevant team members to resolve any issues that arise•Collaborate with the account team, business development and resource management teams to achieve team goals•Coordinate risk management processes, such as engagement letters, client continuance,independence, family tree, preapproval and other regulatory requirements

    To qualify for the role you must have•Strong data analytics and Excel skills (e.g.pivot tables)•Excellent oral and written communicationskills•Excellent listening, influencing,interpersonal and presentation skills•The ability to address all relevantinformation/data and develop practical approaches to answering problems•A creative and curious approach to tacklingcomplex challenges, leveraging internal tools and resources to achievefavorable results•A results-oriented approach to driveimprovements in engagement economics (financial systems, relationshipmanagement tools, revenue pipeline, sales cycle reports, risk assessments)•A proven ability to work independently withminimum supervision, and collaboratively with virtual teams•An ability to effectively manage concurrentprojects and prioritize multiple tasks, including multi-locationcoordination•The capability to meet tight deadlines,performing fine-quality work and diligent follow-up•The ability to summarize and concludeactivities, applying appropriate documentation standards and lessonslearned•The capacity to protect confidential andproprietary informationIdeally, you’ll also have•A background in a direct client service role•A bachelor’s degreeWhat we look forWe’re most interested in people with big ideas who aren’t afraid to voice them. You’ll need a proactive approach to work and the curiosity to seek out new challenges without being pushed. If you’re ready to make a real contribution to our goal of building a better working world, this role is for you.What working at EY offers•We offer a competitive compensation package•Ownership for your area, in a culture that encourages people to speak up and challenge the status quo•Career support from some of the most engaging colleagues in the business•The ability to take on different responsibilities and learn new skills•The freedom to provide excellence in a way that’s suited to youAbout 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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    Translator – Indirect Tax | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    As a Translator you’ll convert written documents from English to Arabic and vice versa while maintaining the precise meaning of the original text.- Studies source text to understand the meaning and convert it into Arabic language to convey the original meaning and appropriate meaning.- Uses dictionaries and other sources to determine meanings of words and phrases and to establish their closest equivalent in the target language- Review translations done by others.- Translating financial statements, proposals and other reports from English to Arabic and vice-versa.- Translates all legal documents and minutes of meetings.- Other duties as assigned.People Responsibility- Knows the informal policies, procedures and practices of EY- Is aware of the role of the position and its potential impact on EY.

    Skills- Bachelor’s degree in the English Language or translation.- Approximately 5-7 years of related work experience in Tax translation field- Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access- Fluent in Arabic- Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your careerWhat we look forWe’re interested in versatile people with the ability to take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. We’re not just looking for technical knowledge experience – we’re after genuinely interesting people with the ability to build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and creative news ways. If you have a curious mind with the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you.What working at EY offersEY offers a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus, we offer:The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout 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.Build your legacy with us.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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    Principal Software Developer | Oracle

    Employment: Full Time

    Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is building a next generation Infrastructure-as-a-Service that supports the most demanding mission-critical customer requirements, operating at cloud scale to provide a secure, distributed, multi-tenant cloud environment.The OCI Customer Engineering team is chartered with directly assisting customers in implementing workloads on OCI. This team is a customer facing group with Cloud DeliveryManagers accountable for workload implementation with the support of Solutions Architects and specialized members of technical staff. A typical customer engagement will be to validate customer requirements, ensure proper architecture to meet the requirements and assist the customer in leveraging native OCI cloud services to implement their workload. The hands-on nature of this role will result in the delivery managers, solutions architects and engineers becoming trusted advisors to the customer.This is your opportunity to be a core part of the team helps to drive adoption of OCI. The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure team is looking for members of technical staff possessing deep technical skills in systems architecture and cloud computing. The ideal candidates will have excellent customer-facing skills and a passion for educating, training, designing and building cloud solutions for a diverse and challenging set of customer solutions. This role is Fusion Middleware focused, working primarily on migrations for customers with this suite of products.In this role you will work closely with a team of Cloud Delivery Managers and Solutions Architects to migrate customer workloads to the cloud. You will take your full stack IaaS knowledge to perform customer migrations to OCI. You will collaborate closely with the field team and customer to ensure a successful and timely migration and be a key resource for driving OCI consumption.As a Member of Technical Staff for the OCI Customer Engineering team you will drive customer success in moving to OCI. You will collaborate across OCI and Oracle product and service teams to expand your knowledge and impact while working in a highly visible and impactful team. This role will have the opportunity to help shape the next generation of cloud computing and influence the adoption and usage patterns among enterprise and web-scale customers.ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Participate in deeply technical architectural discussions with customers, partners and Oracle field personnel to ensure customer on-boarding plans will result in successful customer deployments on OCI.- Be the public face of solutions by acting as the subject matter expert to internal Oracle teams and directly to customers.- Capture and share best-practice knowledge amongst the field and internal teams.- Author or contribute to customer-facing publications such as whitepapers, handbooks and presentations.- Capture and share best-practice knowledge amongst the field and internal teams.- Act as a technical liaison between customers and service engineering teams.

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Demonstrated experience in architecting, deploying and management of solutions. Past experience working directly in customer implementations is highly desirable.- IaaS experience- 5 years of experience working with a range of Oracle Fusion Middleware products (SOA, WebLogic, JCS, ODI etc.)- Possess 10 years of IT development or implementation/consulting experience in the software or infrastructure industries and demonstrate an intermediate understanding of applications, server technology, networking and security.- Strong verbal and written communications skills. Past experience writing and publishing technical white papers.- The successful candidate will have spent at least 5 years of their career in customer facing roles with a proven record of earning trust as well as effective collaborations across multiple internal organizations and in interactions with partner and customers.- Mid-level systems administration experience on either *nix or Windows.- BS/MS degree required; Computer Science, Math or Engineering degree with Technical background highly desired; Advanced Degree a plus.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Oracle DBA experience including working with RAC, Data Guard and GoldenGate- An understanding of Oracle Cloud Native services- Experience migrating or transforming customer solutions to the cloud.- Familiarity with common enterprise solutions (i.e., Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, VMWare, etc.)- Experience with other cloud platform including AWS, Azure or Google Compute Platform is a plus.- Experience with Infrastructure Automated Deployment models preferably leveraging CI/CD supported by DevOps teamsOracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Oracle offers an integrated array of applications, databases, servers, storage, and cloud technologies to empower modern business. For most companies, flexibility is critical. Oracle provides a wide choice of software, systems, and cloud deployment models – including public, on-premises, and hybrid clouds – to ensure that technology flexes to the unique needs of a business.
    Oracle Cloud is a complete, integrated stack of platform, infrastructure, and application services. With advanced scalability and security, Oracle Cloud enables technical agility across the enterprise, connects people to information for clearer insights, and fosters efficiency through simplified workflows.
    More than 420,000 customers across 145 countries have harnessed Oracle technology to accelerate their digital transformation. More

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    Senior Product Manager, Digital & Innovation, Technology Consulting, Riyadh (Saudi National) | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    In recent years, industries have been disrupted and transformed by digital technology. As a design and innovation consulting professional, you will be responsible for the development of product strategies, managing product portfolio and create product plans and roadmaps. To deliver exciting products, experiences and services for our key digital transformation programs.As organizations look to leverage the advantage that technology offers, we are committed to helping you develop the right skills that you’ll need in today’s environment. Working on programs that cross borders and sectors, the experiences you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the outstanding EY experience lasts a lifetime.The Opportunity:We’re looking for a Senior Product Manager to join our team based in our Riyadh (KSA) office.This is a hands-on role in which you will be responsible throughout the entire lifecycle of product development. We want someone who can direct and support the complex product development for one of our key client’s nation-wide digital product from start to finish and translating ideas into strategy and features as well as managing product analysts as part of the product management function.Your Key Responsibilities:Strategic Responsibilities:Define the vision for the national portal and engage their teams and stakeholders in the development of that vision over timeDefine and own the product roadmap and key business requirementsWorking with respective business unites (Legal, marketing, etc.) and external agencies to align product requirements and roadmapWork with agencies and lead end-to-end product team which includes UXrs, Engineers etc.Develop and implement product strategies consistent with the national visionIncorporating feedback and input from users, partners and in-house teams on product strategy and finding ways to expand product market reachDefine product detailed requirementsLead day to day activities in product deliveryReport to the leadership product delivery progress and updatesMake key product decisionsTechnical Responsibilities:Developing product requirements and roadmaps for the national portalCollect and analyse feedback from users, stakeholders and other teams to shape requirements, features and end productsMake creative recommendations to expand product and visionDefine and prioritize the product backlog based on business valueDefine impact KPIs and track against them by focusing on the end usersEnsure that high standards of reliability, quality, usability and measurement are adhered to throughout each phase of national portal developmentPartner with the marketing, engineer and design teams to bring the national portal’s vision to life with prototypes and mocks.Managerial Responsibilities:Lead product analysts and coordinate cross-functional teamsAct as the key authority and point of contact for project development concepts, business strategy and business modelsEnsure that various stages of product development are completed on time by leading, organizing and requesting constant updates from cross-functional teamsAble to understand and work within the given constraints (including but not limited to technology, policy, regulatory, financial, legal, social user constraints)Skills and Attributes for Success:Experience of managing Agile projects and personal responsibility for delivering projectsExcellent organizational skills with a willingness to adapt to different tools or processes as the situation requires, and to suggest improvements or alternatives when warrantedStrong mediation and negotiation skillsAbility to foster an environment of collaboration and accountabilityEffective and efficient written and verbal communication skills and excellent attention to detailAbility to multi-task and prioritize according to business/ clients’ needsProactive in solving problemsManages budget and ability to achieve cost targetsEffective stakeholder management and communication

    To qualify for the role, you must have:Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering or related fieldMBA preferredExpert level proficiency with common agile project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Teams, slack or equivalentA high proficiency in verbal and written EnglishIdeally, you’ll also have:A high proficiency in verbal and written Arabic8+ years of product management experienceA dedication to teamwork and integrity within a professional environmentExperience within the government and public sectorWhat we Look forA highly motivated person who is open-minded with the ability to run engagements, embrace ambiguity and accept feedback and constructive criticism to realize optimal delivery. A confident individual equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.The right candidate demonstrates propensity to learn and share knowledge with the team, fosters an innovative and inclusive team-oriented work environment and plays a role in nurturing and mentoring juniors within the organization.What Working at EY OffersEY offers an attractive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to be an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus, we offer:Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues aroundOpportunities to develop new skills and progress your careerThe freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and consulting services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.If you can positively 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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    Scrum Master, Technology Consulting (Saudi National) | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    In recent years, industries have been disrupted and transformed by digital technology. As a design and innovation consulting professional, you will be responsible for ensuring that the development team adheres and follows the agreed Agile process, delivering exciting products and services for our key digital transformation programs.As organizations look to leverage the advantage that technology offers, we are committed to helping you develop the right skills that you’ll need in today’s environment. Working on programs that cross borders and sectors, the experiences you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the outstanding EY experience lasts a lifetime.The Opportunity:We’re looking for a Scrum Master to join our team in our Riyadh (KSA) office.This is a hands-on role in which you will be responsible throughout the entire lifecycle of product development. We want someone who can coach the team, the product owners and the clients on the scrum process, identify ways the team can optimize the delivery flow and increase capacity as well as build a high performing, self- sustaining team.If you’ve managed the delivery of multi-disciplinary projects, have collaborated with a broad range of stakeholders and championed agile processes and framework, then this role is for you.Your Key Responsibilities:• Maintain the scrum team capacity plan, scrum board, sprint backlog, velocity charts and burn down charts• Facilitate daily scrum, sprint planning, sprint demo and retrospective meetings• Address and eliminate impediments that require support from other teams and guide the team on how to remove impediments and provide appropriate issues escalation to the necessary levels• Manage risks and issues proactively, including resources, costs, and systems, and recommend appropriate solutions• Ensure teams achieve their objectives keeping the team focused on their goals• Responsible for coordination between teams (DevOps, Architects and other Scrum Masters) and assist with internal and external communication, improving transparency and collaboration• Support Product Owners, especially in regard to developing, refining and managing the product backlog• Guide and coach scrum teams to follow Agile/Scrum principles and practices and reinforcing SAFe framework• Ensure scrum teams are using best practice agile delivery tools and templates for all processes including documenting and tracking user stories• Report on the status of delivery using agreed reporting metrics e.g. burndown• Create and maintain documentationSkills and Attributes for Success:• Experience of managing Agile projects and personal responsibility for delivering projects• Excellent organizational skills with a willingness to adapt to different tools or processes as the situation requires, and to suggest improvements or alternatives when warranted• Strong mediation and negotiation skills• Ability to foster an environment of collaboration and accountability• Effective and efficient written and verbal communication skills and excellent attention to detail• Ability to multi-task and prioritize according to business/ clients’ needs• Proactive in solving problems• Manages budget and ability to achieve cost targets• Effective stakeholder management and communication

    To qualify for the role, you must have:• 4+ years of relevant experience in Agile development including coaching on agile methodologies• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or related fields• Expert level proficiency with common project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Teams• A high proficiency in verbal and written EnglishIdeally, you’ll also have:• A high proficiency in verbal and written Arabic• A dedication to teamwork and integrity within a professional environment• Experience within the government and public sectorWhat we Look for:• A highly motivated person who is open-minded with the ability to run engagements, embrace ambiguity and accept feedback and constructive criticism to realize optimal delivery. A confident individual equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.• The right candidate demonstrates propensity to learn and share knowledge with the team, fosters an innovative and inclusive team-oriented work environment and plays a role in nurturing and mentoring juniors within the organization.What Working at EY OffersEY offers an attractive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to be an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus, we offer:• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around• 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 EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and consulting services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.If you can positively demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Join us in building a better working world. Apply now.

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