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    Business Controller | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Charterhouse are currently working with a leading client, within the digital and blockchain sector, whom have recently established a regional hub within the Dubai market. This challenging role shall act as a Business Finance Partner; whereby areas of financial reporting, financial analysis and operational metrics are overseen, in support of performance review and strategy formulation. The Business Controller will also focus upon the analysis of financial data, through detailed financial modelling, to ensure accurate forecasting, planning and budgeting functions across the organisation. The role shall link heavily to the insight and analysis of any investment opportunity and expenditure; allowing for detailed and tailored risk assessment, cost analysis and return-on-investment due diligence. In light of the business life-cycle, the Business Controller shall also be geared towards the development and implementation of reporting controls and policy roll-out.

    The client will look to recruit a professionally qualified candidate from either a Chartered Accountancy and/or MBA type background; whereby a strong finance, commercial and controllership background can be demonstrated and introduced to the operation. Within this, the client will expect a candidate to deliver across a role that oversees and analyses financial statements, whilst also having a capability to produce MIS and commentary-based reports for senior management and operational support. In conjunction, the successful candidate shall also be expected to work across a rapidly growing platform and any knowledge towards technology-based trading and/or blockchain will be a distinct advantage.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    HR Legal Compliance Officer for an International Professional Services Firm | RecruitMe FZE

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are looking for a talented HR Legal Compliance Officer for an international professional services firm in DIFC to provide professional support to the HR team from a legal, compliance and process efficiency perspective. The role with involve close collaboration with the legal team on matters pertaining the Middle Eastern HR Department, providing research and information on a variety of labor topics, as well as providing administrative assistance to the management of these situations.Key responsibilities:Legal/Compliance• Maintain and update master contract templates for each type of employment and different entities• Liaise with the legal team to prepare, advise and review HR documents, policies, and procedures for the HR team and for the HR activities of different legal entities in the region and keep up to date with changes in legal frameworks• Establish and maintain a template database and a variety of letters confirming individual employment related arrangements• Maintain the policies and procedures database to ensure compliance with legal requirements and standards• Create new policies and update existing policies based on business needs, while keeping the leadership informed• Support the HR Manager and Legal Counsel in ensuring GDPR compliance within the HR team• Establish, organize and supervise the maintenance of employee records and databases, ensuring complete accuracy and confidentiality• Lead the HR side of the Regionalization Taskforce in terms of establishing and maintaining the relevant employment documents, ensuring process clarity for all involved, guiding the selected employees through the process, liaising with the other Regionalization Task Force members to ensure progress• Maintain and report inter-office contractual relationships and provide legal assistance to setting up contractual obligations• Support the HR Director in the preparation of meetings regarding different legal entities in the region and follow-up on actions points from such meetings• Communicate new information regarding different legal entities in the region to the HR team where required• Support HR with process improvement and efficiency

    • At least 5 years’ experience in HR compliance at an international firm• Degree education• Solid experience of the relevant legal frameworks and labor laws in the HR department of a corporate office in the Middle East• Proficient in general Windows and in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point)• Proficient in auditing HR processes and procedures and ability to translate challenges into process improvements• Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken), proficiency in an additional language is an advantage

    RecruitME are a specialized recruitment consultancy supplying top tier business support staff to Dubais leading multinational organizations. We carefully source, screen and select only the very best candidates to assist our clients in making easier recruitment decisions faster.

    Differentiating ourselves from standard recruitment agencies our consultants have been carefully chosen for their backgrounds in business support for leading multinational organizations. Having been both the client and the candidate previously, we have an insiders understanding of the recruitment process and our clients needs.

    What we do:

    Specializing in business support positions we can assist in introducing a small selection of experienced administration, finance and human resource candidates with the relevant experience to benefit your business. Our careful screening process ensures that we have met with and can give a concise overview of each candidates skills and current situation before you meet them.

    We pride ourselves on sending our clients only the very best available candidates in the market to ensure a simplified, hassle free and timely recruitment experience for all involved. More

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    HR Communication Consultant | Adecco

    Employment:

    Contract

    • Prepare interesting and creative copy across a broad range of internal and external channels like emails, careers websites, videos, activations, intranets, and for emerging Microsoft channels like Yammer and Company Communicator • Lead tactical production requirements for internal and external campaigns including creating agency campaign briefs, organizing video and photography shoots, and managing creative storyboards • Find interesting and impactful ways to communicate strategic HR priorities especially on behalf of our Capability and Culture, Emiratization, Performance and Rewards, and Recruitment teams • Support the execution of digital and physical events including employee town halls using MS Teams • Work side-by-side with key stakeholders within HR as well as across Marketing, Corporate Affairs and IT• Leverage HR communications analytics to evaluate campaign effectiveness.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS• Relevant tertiary education in a Business, Marketing, Communications or Media degree • At least three year’s experience in a similar role in communications, marketing or HR teamsPREFERRED SKILLS • Excellent copywriting in English – and Arabic is great but not essential – across a broad range of channels as specified above and with appropriate tone• Sufficient technical understanding or experience with digital channels like MS Teams, Company Communicator or Yammer • Strong creative ideas to change the status quo for communications• Stakeholder and agency management • Time management with multiple campaigns running simultaneously • Attention to detail• Strong bias for action and sense of ownership • Willing to get work done, even when at times it’s outside their scope or experience

    The Adecco Group is the world’s leading talent advisory and solutions company. We proudly make a difference in the working lives of 3.5 million people every year. Our culture is entrepreneurial and inclusive, and we are united by our passion for making a difference in the world of work. We work with over 100,000 organizations in 60 countries, enabling their success. We have 35,000 people working with us across more than 60 countries and territories.

    Adecco has been rapidly growing in the Middle East since 2008, developing a substantial footprint throughout the region. We work across 250 different clients, Adecco has more than 62 full time employees, working in 4 offices, servicing all countries across the GCC region. We offer Temporary Staffing, Permanent Placement, Executive Search, Assessments, Visa And Payroll, Outsourcing, PRO Solutions customised as per client requirements. Adecco Middle East Head Office is based in Dubai with a branch at Abu Dhabi. More

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    Driver / Chauffeur | Creative Zone

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The UAE’s award-winning Business Setup Consultancy, Creative Zone has now extended its advisory solutions to Saudi Arabia by providing an end-to-end solution, right from setting up a business to help growing and sustaining them within the region.Due to this exciting growth we are looking for a highly organized driver with experience of chauffeuring corporate clients to join our KSA team.

    • Full Clean KSA driving license.• Previous experience chauffeuring corporate clients.• Exceptional communication skills in English and Arabic.• A professional and flexible approach to work. • Strong time management skills. • Currently based in Riyadh KSA.• Available for an immediate start

    Welcome to CREATIVE ZONE!

    We are a team of company registration professionals who are passionate about bringing the dreams of aspiring entrepreneurs and SME’s to life.

    We believe in providing you not only with your company’s documentation, but also equipping you with the necessary tools to promote, develop and grow your business.

    We are a business setup company with a difference – our work doesn’t end with the issuance of your trade license & residency visa – it starts there! More

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    Analytical Impact Associate Trainee – Data | Chalhoub Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Who we are We are a leading partner for luxury across the Middle East. With more than 600 stores, 300 brands and over 65 years of experience in the region, we have become a major player in the beauty, fashion and gift sectors, by offering service excellence to our partners and delighting all our customers. We are moving fast from a traditional distributor and retailer for luxury in the Middle East, to a hybrid retailer bringing luxury experiences to the fingertips of customers everywhere. To fuel the next stage of our growth we are looking to build a world class team. From physical retail through to supply chain and customer loyalty, we aim to use technology and data to continuously improve every aspect of our operations. We are looking for top talent to join us on this journey of exploring new horizons together. What you’ll be doing There are a few things we take really seriously in the Data Team: building amazing products and providing the most value to our users. Our users are excited with our analytics products and have shown a strong appetite for self service analytics. You’ll be accountable for making their early journey with our analytics product a success.• Take ownership of new accounts and manage their onboarding• Build strong relationships with our users to understand their needs and ensure their success with Looker / analytics products.• Serve as the main point of contact throughout onboarding and also liaison between users and the rest of the Data Team• Advise learning and development on the content of relevant training material• Work with users to build their most critical dashboard / looks / explores and ensure there is a clear end-user training plan for that scope.• Empower customers to connect their goals and challenges with the product built by the Team• Work with L&D to create scalable learning options. Run online meetings and consultations to educate users on the features of our product in collaboration with the product team• Contribute to building, own, and execute user success and onboarding journey• Spearhead internal cross-functional improvement projects• Channel voice of the customer and contribute to product development roadmap with Product Team• Partner with Product teams on upsell, cross-sell, and expansion opportunities

    What you’ll need to succeed • Strong customer-facing and presentation skills with the ability to establish credibility with business partners and teach them• Project management skills to keep projects on-track and manage unique flows for each onboarding• Ability to take initiative and adapt with a hunger to learn• Positive attitude, empathy, and high energy to deliver truly transformational impact• The curiosity, hunger, and resilience to deliver true transformational change. This role is not for the timid!What we can offer you With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day. We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.

    The Chalhoub Group is the leading partner for luxury across the Middle East since 1955. As an expert in retail, distribution and marketing services based in Dubai, the group has become a major player in the fashion, beauty and gift sectors regionally.

    By blending its Middle East expertise and intimate knowledge of luxury, Chalhoub Group is building brands in the region, by offering service excellence to all its partners and a unique experience to its customers through its passionate teams.

    With a growing workforce of more than 9,000 people, implemented in 14 countries, as well as the operating of over 470 retail outlets, the group’s success is attributed to its most valued asset of highly skilled and dedicated teams. Professionalism and passion are what fuel the Chalhoub Group’s competitive edge in today’s market.

    By being committed to implementing sustainable practices into their business, the Chalhoub Group has been awarded in 2013 the CSR Label from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce. More

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    Head of Institutional Assessment | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Head of Institutional Assessment is responsible for developing and executing methodologically sound research and data analysis that will rely on to assess education institution and system performance and to make key decisionsClient DetailsLeading project in the KingdomDescription* Identify the core data parameters that will use to monitor Education Institutional performance and develop the systems required to capture this data.* Oversee and guide the establishment of institutional standards on all aspects of data management, including sampling methods; data collection; data processing; trouble-shooting data problems; and methods to improve efficiency of data processes.* Collaborate with IT Services and the Office of the Registrar / Learner records management within the different educational institutions to ensure that data production is accurate and timely* Lead on projects and initiatives related to data quality, data models, data integrations, and Business Intelligence (BI) system support and maintenance. Make recommendations in data warehouse design, standards, and process improvements.* Work with team and other senior leadership to accelerate the development of a data-informed culture. * Partner with administrators in gathering and analyzing business requirements to inform priorities and the development of new or improved dashboards and reports.* Provides strategic enrolment-related advice and support to educational leaders while emphasizing a strong focus on customer service, student retention, and learner success.* Oversee the management of data definitions and ERI’s business glossary, ensuing variable definitions are aligned across systems and with relevant external standards. * Collaborate on the development of new definitions with all data trusteesJob Offer* Very exciting role in a leading project in the kingdom competitive package and benefits

    * Consulting background is preferred* 7 years of experience in data analysis and statistics

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

    Finance & Accounting
    Banking & Financial Services
    Procurement
    Property & Construction
    Engineering & Supply Chain
    Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering
    Human Resources
    Sales
    Marketing
    Technology
    Secretarial
    Executive Search
    Legal

    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

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    Senior Coordinator, MOC | Ooredoo Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Company: Fast Telco Subsidiary of Ooredoo Kuwait Role Purpose: Key Role in handling and Processing MOC Fiber Activation and Deactivation and Trouble Tickets. Updating and Maintaining record of all activities. Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities: – Process daily requests of Fiber requests to MOC TND. – Follow up on site survey with MOC TND and contractors. – Follow up work order issuing from TND and provide frequent updates. – Coordinate with MOC contractors on site survey results and civil work calculations. – Keep a track of all fiber transaction and update MOC secretary. – Follow up on Assigned TT and escalate to MOC TND. – Follow up with MOC TND team and contractors on all Fiber assigned TTs. – Update the concerned team with any port changes to update system records & configuration – Completing system activities for termination requests and free up resources. – Report any system issue found & follow up with the concerned teams till the issue is resolved. – Receiving, scanning & sending service acceptance forms to Finance. – Maintaining all the records of fiber and ODF tags.

    Qualifications/Requirements: – High school or Diploma – Bachelor Degree is highly preferred Other Information: – Experience in MS programs – Bilingual (Arabic /English). – Documentation and filing. – Knowledge of Kuwaiti MOC system and procedure Note: you will be required to attach the following: – Resume / cv

    We are a leading international communications company delivering mobile, fixed, broadband internet, and corporate managed services tailored to the needs of consumers and businesses across markets in the Middle East, North Africa and Southeast Asia. As a community-focused company, we are guided by our vision of enriching peoples lives and our belief that we can stimulate human growth by leveraging communications to help people achieve their full potential.

    Formerly known as Qtel Group, we have a customer base of 92.9 million and reported revenues of USD 9.3 billion in 2012. More

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    Office Management – Executive Assistant – Associate (Evergreen) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Office Management – Executive Assistant – Associate (Evergreen) – JordanLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Internal Firm Services – OtherManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryTo provide support and administrative assistance for defined routine administrative workstreams to groups of internal clients within the firm, on a virtual basis from a remote location.Financial- Expenses and Timesheets- Coordinate and prepare monthly expenses claims and fortnightly timesheet submissions for executives if required and own expenses and timesheets by due dates using the firm’s systemCustomer- Travel Bookings- Organise business travel and accommodation bookings for executives- Maximise cost reduction opportunities through timely and appropriate travel choices- Liaise with travel approvals team to follow up on approvals- Organise visas and taxi bookings as required- Meetings, conference calls and Webex- Organise and coordinate logistics for both internal and external meetings (boardroom bookings and refreshments)- Prepare and send out the call information to all concerned parties- Organise conference calls as needed and maintain call record for accounts purposesClient relationships- Develop good working relationships with executives via phone and email communicationInternal ProcessPartner and Executive general admin- Develop understanding of PwC standards and formats- Prepare documents when required i.e. presentations, proposals, letters- Ensure all documentation is filed in a systematic manner- Assist fellow EAs when required and work collaboratively with team membersLearning and Growth- Exercise confidentiality, discretion and personal sensitivity in all aspects of the role- Comply with PwC policies and procedures in all aspects of the role- Build network of strong working relationships both internally and externally- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Knowledge, skills, and abilitiesEducation- Bachelor’s DegreeOverall Experience- 3+ years experience in an administrative roleLanguage- Proficiency in spoken and written English, Arabic is an advantageSpecific Skills- Experience with a professional services firm preferredKnowledge and Skills- Demonstrate strong organisational skills, regularly act on own initiative, highlighting issues and suggesting possible solutions- Good spoken and written communication skills- Good listening skills and ability to take instructions and direction from Partners and Directors who are based in a different location and to work independently with minimal guidance- Exercise confidentiality, discretion and personal sensitivity in all aspects of role at all times- Good interpersonal skills- Must possess a professional telephone manner- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, on a virtual basis and with an often traveling partner/executive- Demonstrated team player and dedication to provide high level of service- Must possess a warm, friendly and professional demeanor- Knowledge of administrative systems and processes- Proficiency in Google including G suiteTravel Requirements0%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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