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    Company Set Up Specialist – Client Services Administrator | Tamimi Consulting

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Title: Client Services AdministratorJob Description:To provide high quality management and business consulting services to our local and international clients in setting up their businesses in the UAE, as well as to coordinate and handle their administrative and operational requirements post establishment and throughout their operational cycle. Client Services Administrator is required to provide effective and proactive support to our new and existing clients with an aim to offer excellent service and assistance in a result-oriented approach.Responsibilities:• Company incorporation in all free zones and jurisdictions under the Ministry of Economy in UAE (Free Zone Establishment, LLC, IBC, Sole Establishment, Branch Incorporation, etc.)• License renewal of companies incorporated by us, as well as new customers who require such services from us.• To manage and coordinate the overall process of company incorporation and license renewal of our Clients.• To prepare and manage the client account opening documentation and forms, registers, and other relevant Company files.• To liaise on a daily basis with the relevant Authorities including but not limited to Government and Free Zone Authorities, Ministerial Departments, Free Zone Customer Services, Agencies, Law Firms, Courts, Public Notaries, Consulates, Embassies, Customs Authorities, Typing Centers, Chambers, Municipalities, Translators, and similar 3rd parties.• To liaise on a daily basis with the Clients and our Company PRO and Accounts functions (or external functions such as courier, typing center, local sponsor, etc.) for managing the operational and administrative requirements of the incorporation process or other services provided to our Clients.• To coordinate and manage the routine correspondence of the existing Clients daily on various subjects as/when required.• To correspond with new clients to provide correct and up-to date information about possible options for setting up their companies in the UAE with respect to their areas of business interest, planned investment and inquiry. • Proposing applicable alternatives that suit to their purpose of incorporating their company. • To ensure that most suitable and cost-effective options are offered to our Clients, in line with their requirements and Company policies/procedures where a technical competency is demonstrated to the Clients in comparing different jurisdictions and company structures.• To offer and promote Company services to potential Clients and maintain a professional relationship with them, as well as with our business partners, solution service providers and associates in UAE, Middle East, Europe, and other locations. • To manage the key relationships with key Clients and develop them further.• To follow-up and coordinate post setup services such as corporate bank account opening, accounting, bookkeeping, financial auditing, monthly services, immigration and visa (tourist, visit, employment, residence) related services, office administration services and so on.• To conduct due diligence on new and existing Clients as/when required. To follow and execute KYC and other relevant compliance procedures of 3rd parties, banks, and jurisdictional authorities.• To create and administer multiple accounts at the Authority and/or Governmental organizations online portals and electronic systems and applications.• Tocreateanaccountforallourclientswhoobtainourservices.Toensurethatallinformation and documentation updated in our systems and files are up to date, accurate and complete. To maintain the validity of the accounts and information recorded, as well as security of the private and confidential information of the Clients available to us.• To develop a competency and understanding of the rules, regulations and practices applicable in the UAE related to the tasks and responsibilities undertaken.• To maintain an up-to date and complete hard copy and soft copy of all documents related to tasks daily and support operational and archival purposes.• To manage clients inquiries and communicate with the compliance with the Company- mail correspondence policies.• Tomanagethetasksassignedeffectivelyandcourteously,inlinewiththeCompanypolicies and procedures.• To maintain a high level of confidentiality always with respect to Clients and Company documents, files, data, officers, staff, procedures, policies, and know-how.

    Min. Requirements:• Candidate must have excellent command of verbal and written English.• Knowledge of Turkish or Arabic or any European language will be a preference in selection of the candidate.• Shall have excellent command on IT literature, MS office applications and professional corresponding via e-mail (MS Outlook).• Must have a minimum of bachelor’s degree, preferably in the field of Business Administration,• Management, Business Studies, Law, and similar. Higher degree (i.e. MBA) certification will be a preference in selection of the candidate.• Must be residing in the UAE for the past 2 years at least continuously.• Shall be proactive and dynamic. Be able to work both under set guidelines, targets, pressure, as well as in a self-driven mode.• Experience in a consulting firm or similar field for a min. of 2 years is a must.• Work experience of min 5 years, min. 2 years of which must be in UAE.• Must be resident in Dubai, no other Emirates acceptable.

    Tamimi Consulting is a leading cross border advisory firm, assisting clients to grow beyond borders with a focus on Gulf Countries, Middle East, East Africa, Europe UK since 2010.

    Our consulting services cover management and business consultancy, business set up, accounting and financial services, administrative services, strategic marketing, business development and international trade in a wide range of industries and different business sectors. More

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    Senior Associate – Resource Management Operations | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryReporting to the Resource Management (RM) Lead, you will support the Middle East Consulting Practice. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the implementation, delivery and operationalization of RM services, along with the ongoing development and management of the Foundation for the Future (FftF) Consulting Graduate Programme. This is a people focused role founded on effective working relationships with all key stakeholders, while supporting the firm’s people agenda. The RM team ensures we have the right people in the right place at the right time to best support our clients.Role Responsibilities:-  Support the RM (Resource Management) Lead with the delivery of the FftF (Fit for the Future) programme – including responsibility for day to day resourcing – Plan and execute cyclical activities within the FftF (Fit for the Future) programme – eg Career Coach allocation, Career Roundtables, promotion process – Provide guidance and support to FftF Career Coaches, associates and relevant stakeholders. – Plan, coordinate and implement RM (workforce planning / deployment / talent management) activity to support the overall Consulting business objectives and RM strategy. – Act as the main point of contact for all day to day deployment and query resolution.  Demonstrate a solid understanding and knowledge of the ME Consulting Practice and its various client service offerings across all offices. – Ensure business and client needs are delivered in an efficient manner by optimising allocation of work and deployment of staff. Maximise profitability in conjunction with personal development plans and individuals’ well-being. – Be proactive in relation to the supply and demand challenges of the local and regional business i.e. busy periods, recurring business, urgent client needs etc. – Drive, engage and promote the use of the key resourcing system TalentLink within the Consulting business in order to forecast and track capacity, forward plan for business pipeline and manage skills and capabilities within the business. – Produce and distribute Management Information (MI) for consulting practice (e.g. graphs, analytical data, trends, monthly and yearly comparisons). – Review and analyse the MI / reports highlighting BU trends and any risks/exceptions and making deployment decisions based on the data.

    – Work with the Finance, Operations and HC Teams to understand headcount and engagement budgeting to enable effective local deployment and to plan accordingly. – Challenge the Consulting business’ protocols if and when impacting teams operational effectiveness i.e. completion of TalentLink maintenance / timesheets, accuracy of time recording etc. – Build effective working relationships with other functions such as Human Capital (HC), Finance, Learning & Development etc and leverage these relationships to ensure RM objectives are met. – Be available to support with any project work outside of RM as required   –  Previous work experience is preferable, within professional services or a large corporate environment, this could include; workforce planning/ resourcing recruitment, project management, human resources, operations- Preferred experience successfully maintaining staff deployment through resource management/allocation technology e.g. Retain, TalentLink or similar- Proven work experience of prioritization / conflict resolution, with the ability to manage complex conflicts between numerous parties in a fast changing environment   – Ability to build trusted relationships quickly- Strong relationship and stakeholder management experience; ability to interact with people at all levels and from different cultural backgrounds- Ability in influencing, challenging and negotiating effectively- Strong Excel skills (pivots / graphs / data analysis) are essential         

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    company set up specialist | Tamimi Consulting

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Title: Client Services AdministratorJob Description:To provide high quality management and business consulting services to our local and international clients in setting up their businesses in the UAE, as well as to coordinate and handle their administrative and operational requirements post establishment and throughout their operational cycle. Client Services Administrator is required to provide effective and proactive support to our new and existing clients with an aim to offer excellent service and assistance in a result-oriented approach.Responsibilities:1) Company incorporation in all free zones and jurisdictions under the Ministry of Economy in UAE (Free Zone Establishment, LLC, IBC, Sole Establishment, Branch Incorporation, etc.)2) License renewal of companies incorporated by us, as well as new customers who require such services from us.3) To manage and coordinate the overall process of company incorporation and license renewal of our Clients.4) To prepare and manage the client account opening documentation and forms, registers, and other relevant Company files.5) To liaise on a daily basis with the relevant Authorities including but not limited to Government and Free Zone Authorities, Ministerial Departments, Free Zone Customer Services, Agencies, Law Firms, Courts, Public Notaries, Consulates, Embassies, Customs Authorities, Typing Centers, Chambers, Municipalities, Translators, and similar 3rd parties.6) To liaise on a daily basis with the Clients and our Company PRO and Accounts functions (or external functions such as courier, typing center, local sponsor, etc.) for managing the operational and administrative requirements of the incorporation process or other services provided to our Clients.7) To coordinate and manage the routine correspondence of the existing Clients daily on various subjects as/when required.8) To correspond with new clients to provide correct and up-to date information about possible options for setting up their companies in the UAE with respect to their areas of business interest, planned investment and inquiry. Proposing applicable alternatives that suit to their purpose of incorporating their company. To ensure that most suitable and cost-effective options are offered to our Clients, in line with their requirements and Company policies/procedures where a technical competency is demonstrated to the Clients in comparing different jurisdictions and company structures.9) To offer and promote Company services to potential Clients and maintain a professional relationship with them, as well as with our business partners, solution service providers and associates in UAE, Middle East, Europe, and other locations. To manage the key relationships with key Clients and develop them further.10) To follow-up and coordinate post setup services such as corporate bank account opening, accounting, bookkeeping, financial auditing, monthly services, immigration and visa (tourist, visit, employment, residence) related services, office administration services and so on.11) To conduct due diligence on new and existing Clients as/when required. To follow and execute KYC and other relevant compliance procedures of 3rd parties, banks, and jurisdictional authorities.12) To create and administer multiple accounts at the Authority and/or Governmental organi????ations???? online portals and electronic systems and applications.13) Tocreateanaccountforallourclientswhoobtainourservices.Toensurethatallinformation and documentation updated in our systems and files are up to date, accurate and complete. To maintain the validity of the accounts and information recorded, as well as security of the private and confidential information of the Clients available to us.14) To develop a competency and understanding of the rules, regulations and practices applicable in the UAE related to the tasks and responsibilities undertaken.15) To maintain an up-to date and complete hard copy and soft copy of all documents related to tasks daily and support operational and archival purposes.16) Tomanageclient????sinquiriesandcommunicatewiththemincompliancewiththeCompanye- mail correspondence policies.17) Tomanagethetasksassignedeffectivelyandcourteously,inlinewiththeCompanypolicies and procedures.18) To maintain a high level of confidentiality always with respect to Clients and Company documents, files, data, officers, staff, procedures, policies, and know-how.

    Min. Requirements:1) Candidate must have excellent command of verbal and written English.2) Knowledge of Turkish or Arabic or any European language will be a preference in selection ofthe candidate.3) Shall have excellent command on IT literature, MS office applications and professionalcorresponding via e-mail (MS Outlook).4) Must have a minimum of bachelor’s degree, preferably in the field of Business Administration,Management, Business Studies, Law, and similar. Higher degree (i.e. MBA) certification will be a preference in selection of the candidate.5) Must be residing in the UAE for the past 2 years at least continuously.6) Shall be proactive and dynamic. Be able to work both under set guidelines, targets, pressure,as well as in a self-driven mode.7) Experience in a consulting firm or similar field for a min. of 2 years is a must.8) Work experience of min 5 years, min. 2 years of which must be in UAE.9) Must be resident in Dubai, no other Emirates acceptable.

    Tamimi Consulting is a leading cross border advisory firm, assisting clients to grow beyond borders with a focus on Gulf Countries, Middle East, East Africa, Europe UK since 2010.

    Our consulting services cover management and business consultancy, business set up, accounting and financial services, administrative services, strategic marketing, business development and international trade in a wide range of industries and different business sectors. More

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    Software Development Engineer III (Level 6) | Amazon.ae

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job SummaryMENA Tech focuses on building innovative solutions for expanding Amazon business in UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. We are looking for a passionate, hard-working, and talented Senior Software Development Engineer who can build innovative & mission critical system software applications, and tools. You will have an enormous opportunity to make a large impact on the design, architecture, and development of consumer products. You will be responsible for delivery and support of large-scale, multi-tiered, distributed software applications and tools.Responsibilities- Ability to design and code right solutions starting with broadly defined problems.- Drive best practices and engineering excellence.- Work with other team members to develop the architecture and design of new and current systems.- Work in an agile environment to deliver high quality software.- As a senior engineer, you will be expected to mentor others on the team and raise the bar on high level design. You will be expected to convert business goals into tech solutions.

    Basic Qualifications- Strong system design and software architecture skills.- Strong, object-oriented design and coding skills (C/C++ and/or Java preferably on a UNIX or Linux platform)- Knowledge of Perl or other scripting languages a plus- Experience with distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, and relational databases- Experience in optimization mathematics (linear programming, nonlinear optimization)- Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions- Deal well with ambiguous/undefined problems; ability to think abstractly- Experience with Spring MVC- Proficiency with HTTP Protocol, REST, XML, J2EE, JavaScript, and AJAXPreferred Qualifications- Experience with AI or Machine Learning- Past experience working in a large organization where you drove high-level design and architectural decisions- Experience developing on Unix/Linux

    Amazon.ae, formerly Souq.com, is an English-Arabic language e-commerce platform, owned by Amazon, Inc. It is the largest e-commerce platform in the Arab world. On March 28, 2017, Amazon.com Inc. confirmed it would be acquiring Souq.com for $580 million. On May 1, 2019, Souq.com became known as Amazon.ae. More

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    Manager / Senior Manager, Audit Valuation Specialist | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information, and processes to inform their on-going strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data – and our clients look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You will use your professional skills and experience to make it happen across a broad range of industries and responsibilities. Our tailored external audit services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency. We are 79,000+ professionals based worldwide across 150 countries. Audit services involve reporting on the fairness in all material respects with which a client’s audited financial statements are presented, in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework. The opportunity We are expanding our audit valuation and impairment practice in the MENA region ( UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Lebanon & Egypt) and looking for talented professionals with a background in financial valuation, modelling, analytics and impairment reviews to assess and provide value and insight to our client portfolio. This role provides substantial potential for growth and learning, given the business agenda and focus to induct and develop the Audit Support Specialist hub across the region. Your key responsibilities As an executive of the Audit Specialist Support Hub, you will spend your day working as a member of MENA audit teams advising, coaching and challenging your colleagues on various valuation estimates and assumptions, including assessing appropriateness of the valuation techniques and methodology used to develop those estimates and assumption. You will understand the key business drivers, co-developing our approach with the client and your audit colleagues, agreeing value techniques and methodology, and providing value to the client through insights, factual conclusions, and advice. As an Audit Valuation Specialist lead, you will manage a team to assist in the audit procedures over the measurement of valuation accounting estimates. This will include developing an independent point estimate or range, testing the client’s process for developing the estimate and evaluating the work of management’s specialist to determine how and whether it can be used as audit evidence (and to assist with the design and execution of any additional procedures) You will plan, prepare, and review deliverables in various forms including excel data books, written reports, presentations, and discussions with the client. Your role as a leader will be fundamental in establishing a positive working and learning culture, excellent communication within the team and a collaborative and open relationship with your audit colleagues. As an EY leader you will provide coaching to your team and colleagues , and participate in regular feedback cycles.

    Skills and attributes for success – For this role it is essential to deliver and assess the situation and solution strategically. In addition, as it is a new team supporting MENA audit engagements, we are looking for talented professionals with strong communication and leadership skills to drive the team and regional agenda. To qualify for the role, you must have – Bachelor’s degree in the field of accounting & financial management – Minimum of seven years of work experience in financial consulting, with a specific focus in financial valuation – Valuation and modelling experience in the various sectors. As a minimum, it is expected you should have performed multiple business valuations (DCF/Guideline Public Companies Method and Precedent Transactions methods) and purchase price allocations, developed complex financial models (including debt financing), prepared feasibility studies and supported on the review of multiple 3rd party appraisal reports. – In-depth understanding of complex valuation fundamentals [discounts & premiums, option pricing models, PWERM, intangible asset valuation], and experience in market assessment, market sizing and supply-demand gaps analysis – Strong excel skills to design, test and build valuation models – Knowledge in IFRS and managing complex audit engagements – Experienced in analytics, including data collection, reconciliations and classification – Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements – Flexibility to travel across the MENA region based on client engagements Ideally, you’ll also have – Previous valuation and modelling experience in a professional services/Big 4 or similar environment – Understanding of the broader GCC/MENA market – Ability to Identify and address indicators of possible management bias towards accounting valuation estimates . – Exercise professional skepticism when verifying valuation estimates and assumptions because of their inherent nature . What we look for We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next . – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way . – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs . – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs . If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Consultant, Financial Accounting Advisory Services | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    In Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. The opportunity Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) support organizations through a diverse range of services that include accounting and reporting, finance function transformation, transaction accounting, treasury, corporate governance, performance improvement and other services that help organizations navigate evolving business needs, demands for greater transparency and changing regulatory requirements. Your key responsibilities – In this role, you will participate in Accounting Advisory engagements, work as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress, help prepare for meetings with target management teams, and participate in these meetings and assist in preparing reports and schedules for clients and other parties. – You will also develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and build strong internal relationships within the EY Assurance business and across other services. – Contributing to people initiatives, including recruiting and retaining assurance professionals will also form part of your role as will maintaining an educational program to continually develop personal skills of staff.

    Skills and attributes for success – Pro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. – Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. – This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic. To qualify for the role, you must have – Strong academic record, with a degree in accounting or commerce – Minimum of four years of professional experience in an accounting or advisory role – Familiarity with transaction services and transformation projects – Understanding of risk- based auditing and risk and control strategies – Experienced in writing policies and procedures and compliance or internal audit, internal controls and risk management Ideally, you’ll also have – Track record with a leading consulting firm – Flexibility to travel across the MENA region What we look for We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey. If you have significant experience gaming technology and are passionate about improving the performance of businesses, this is the role for you. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Associate Director, FCC Controls | Standard Chartered Bank – UAE

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Strategy* Support the Country Head of Financial Crime to:* Set and implement the vision, strategy, direction and leadership for the Country, consistent with the vision and strategy for FCC and in support of the Group’s strategic direction and growth aspirations.* Input to the design of the Country operating model, FCC Framework and relevant business processes.* Ensure that there is adequate support (people, processes, tools, frameworks, systems) in the Country for necessary FCC controls and oversight.Business* Develop a good understanding the Bank’s range of products and services.* Develop good working relationships with key stakeholders in the Business Segments.* Develop a good working relationship with GBS FCSU and participate in regular Service Delivery Meetings with them.* Support ad hoc FCC training initiatives where appropriate.* Develop a good working relationship with GBS FCSU and chair regular Service Delivery Meetings with them.Processes* Provide management oversight of a team of Investigations Analysts, which includes case allocation and monitoring quality and productivity levels.* Day to day management and oversight of AML Investigations work that arises from Transaction Monitoring alerts (automated & manual alerts/IRs, OTCs and IXs), including alerts generated from Trade Surveillance, Transaction Screening and credit card monitoring.* Support complex investigations to include Group or Regional-level i3 cases.* Processing and concluding cases allocated in a timely manner within agreed TATs whilst maintaining Quality Control/Quality Assurance results in line with Group and local expectations.* Ensure timely initiation of follow up actions including heightened monitoring, CDD review and list additions.* Develop, keep up to date and recommend enhancement of appropriate policies/processes/DOIs to address financial crime risks, aligning with relevant regulatory requirements.* Perform reviews of reports completed by all direct reports as appropriate.People and Talent* Provide leadership, management and coaching to direct reports to ensure they are highly engaged and performing to their potential.* Promote and embed a culture of openness, trust and risk awareness, where ethical, legal, regulatory and policy compliant conduct is the norm.* Stimulate an environment where forward planning, prioritisation, deadline management and streamlined workflows and collaborative, inclusive yet effective and efficient work practices are the norm.* Collaborate with training teams to input to training curriculum to support closing of capability gaps.* Ensure staff in Country have clearly articulated and well understood roles and responsibilities through meaningful and accurate job descriptions.Risk Management* Understand technical aspects of systems relevant to CDD, Client Risk Assessments, Name and Transaction Screening, AML Monitoring and Case Management* Ensure that detection scenarios that are developed and deployed are fit-for-purpose.* Apply Group and FCC policies and processes (AML surveillance, client screening, risk assessment) to manage risks.* Make recommendations (and/or implement) to relevant stakeholders on possible risk management responses to identified risks and/or findings of concerns from investigations.* Assess risks arising from products / segments / geographies / customers / transactions.* Analyse significant financial crime risk events (e.g. SARs, non-compliant transactions, production orders) to ensure that all connected parties, particularly cross-border are identified and reported at the appropriate levels internally as well as externally across all relevant jurisdictions.* Advise relevant stakeholders on outcomes of [AML/Sanctions/ABC] risks identification and assessment methodologies.* Ensure that significant investigations are concluded internally and externally where relevant (including cross-border).* Provide intelligence inputs to support calibration of bank’s Risk Methodologies (including aggregate client risk, product risk and country risk assessments).* Apply risk and data analytic tools / techniques to optimise and tune relevant detection scenarios, and screening and monitoring systems.* Ensure that the relevant lists and database as used by the screening systems are up-to-date.Governance* Support senior oversight of FCC country.* In the event of serious regulatory breaches, or where risk tolerances have been breached, ensure senior management and relevant regulators are informed and that actions are taken quickly to remediate and/or activities are ceased.* Propose control improvements, enhancements and simplifications where appropriate.* Support all control checks undertaken by FCC under the Operational Risk Framework (ORF).Regulatory & Business Conduct* Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group’s Values and Code of Conduct.* Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics, including regulatory and business conduct, across Standard Chartered Bank. This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with, in letter and spirit, all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct.* Lead to achieve the outcomes set out in the Bank’s Conduct Principles* Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters.

    Our Ideal Candidate * An FCC related qualification is desirable – such as ACAMS, ICA or CFE

    Standard Chartered Bank started in 1958 in UAE with its first branch in Sharjah. The Group’s business gradually increased in Dubai with the opening of several branches and today, Dubai is the administrative hub of the Middle East and South Asia Region. In its 43rd year, the Bank enjoys the position of having the most extensive branch network among foreign international banks in UAE with 10 branches emirate-wide.

    Standard Chartered is an international bank, focused on the established and emerging markets of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America with an extensive global network of more than 600 offices in over 50 countries. The three principal business groups are Global Markets, Personal Banking and Corporate and Institutional Banking.

    In UAE, we are one of the leading banks, offering an extensive range of products and services for personal customers, local companies, multinational corporate and financial institutions. More

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    Legal Counsel – Bilingual | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Legal Counsel (bilingual), MENA (QATAR based) – MENA Nationals We are looking for a motivated, in-house legal counsel to join our General Counsel Office (GCO) team in MENA region and to be based in Qatar (Doha office). This role is within the Core Business Services (CBS) service line and will handle a broad range of responsibilities supporting the EY business in MENA region. The ideal candidate will provide practical and wide-ranging advice on legal issues. They will have the ability to assess legal risks in contracts or commercial approaches and to provide alternative and practical legal solutions for the business. They should have a generalist approach and judgment with the necessary specialist and technocratic ability that best supports and protects the business. Teaming, passion for exceptional service and a personal drive for success are a must. Your key responsibilities – Act as focal point of contact in the QATAR to support the MENA General Counsel. – Handle a wide variety of legal demands that arise in a rapidly growing market and provide business-minded legal advice to the business on the various legal issues which will include agreements, legal negotiations, regulatory matters, legal proceedings including litigation and ongoing corporate projects within EY. – Independently draft, revise and negotiate complex commercial contracts integral to the business. – Monitor regulatory changes and provide legal advice and actionable guidance to the business. – Report directly to the MENA General Counsel. – Gain a deep understanding of privacy and other data protection laws and regulations impacting the business and the ability to translate that understanding into actionable guidance for business teams.

    Skills and attributes for success – Ideal candidate should be a licensed generalist lawyer with at least 7 years of post-qualification experience in commercial and corporate work, with a preference of in-house experience with a growing business and/or private practice – ideally with an international law firm. To qualify, you must have – At least 7 years of post-qualification experience (qualification of a bachelor’s degree in Law or equivalent). – A proven level of Arabic and English fluency, both spoken and written – Effective planning and organizing skills to be able to turn over work in a high-pressure fast paced environment, without compromising on high quality legal advice – Effective ability to prioritize key areas of responsibility, tasks and projects with conflicting deadlines and provide high quality work. – Strong legal experience in commercial/ corporate matters and a proven ability to draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements with a solution-oriented approach. – Excellent business judgment, intellectual curiosity and the ability to balance legal and business requirements with a commercial mind-set and the ability to deal with problems in a practical and intuitive way. – Proven ability to establish a high degree of credibility, respect and trust at all levels, including working collaboratively within the GCO team and with internal business stakeholders. – The capability to lead, take responsibility and act autonomously including the ability to take difficult decisions and provide substantiated arguments – The ability to thrive in a fast-paced changing environment. – Strong personal communication skills, capable of dealing with wide range of people Ideally, you’ll also have – Experience in regulatory law and compliance – Employment law or litigation experience gained in either a reputable firm (or equivalent) and/or in-house function. – Experience in or demonstrated interest in technology and digital innovation. – Experience navigating data privacy laws and issues in a commercial corporate context. – Ability to operate with limited use of external counsel What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

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    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