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    ETIC, Azure DevOps Engineer | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryAbout the rolePwC is opening a new Technology & Innovation Center in Cairo that will deliver high quality technology solutions to consulting Clients across the globe. The Centre will provide a broad suite of skills and services to our clients, ranging from Packaged Applications such as SAP & Oracle, to Cloud services utilising AWS, Azure and Google, as well as expanding our existing Managed Services capabilities.  The center is looking to expand rapidly and we are looking for enthusiastic self-starters with a passion for technology and client delivery to help shape and form this new venture.  We are seeking to recruit an Azure DevOps Engineer to join our team in Cairo.  The successful candidate will be a University graduate at the start of their professional career. They will hold a qualification in a Software Engineering/Computer Science/DevOps related discipline and be keen to develop their career within the Azure domain. You will be part of a team that reports to the Cloud Service Delivery Director and will be an integral part of the team based in Cairo, as well as those delivering client transformation programmes across the PwC Global Network, including the UK, Germany and Middle East. As an Azure DevOps Engineer, you will play a key role in the following areas:- Undertaking professional certification courses and exams – Playing a role in large scale, complex client transformation programs enabled by Azure products and services – Delivering exceptional client service and solutions  – Work with a global mindset with teams based in the UK, Germany and other Middle Eastern Countries  

    Role Requirements:- Participate in design activities with client  – Support the development of the technical specifications required to deliver the functional requirements of the solution – Support the creation of stream deliverables Essential skills & attributes:- Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as basic presentation skills  – Ability to work within a fast-paced & unstructured environment.  – Must be able to multi-task and effectively and continually prioritise  – Excellent time management, communication and organizational skills – Aptitude for learning new skills – Focus on Personal development Education- University Degree

    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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    Head of Risk and Compliance | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half is working with one the oldest and largest independent futures brokerage firm in Europe. Who provide a full range of services to the futures industry’s largest global network of introducing brokers and commercial, institutional and individual investors.The RoleCompliance & MLRO* Review and update the Compliance policies & procedures manual, the Compliance monitoring program and the AML policies and procedures and ensure it continues to remain aligned to the changes done in the Dubai Financial Services Authority (the DFSA) rules and regulations.* Review and update the annual Compliance Monitoring Program (the CMP) and ensure compliance reviews are performed according to the CMP. Provide regular updates to the Board of Directors as part of executing the CMP and highlight areas of concerns with suggested mitigation plans.* Develop an annual calendar of compliance as per applicable rules and regulations and identify the Companies staff responsible for submission of the requirements to the regulators/ exchanges. Ensure timely submission of the required returns with appropriate compliance reviews.* Advise the Board and Senior management on Compliance and AML issues.* Participate in introducing new products and services and assist management to obtain relevant licenses to offer the new products or services.* Assist in regulatory reviews and liaise with regulators, auditors, clients concerning compliance and AML matters.* Review and follow through on all compliance submissions by the Companies staff to the concerned regulators.* Advise management on compliance requirements for introducing new markets/products, countries (APAC or otherwise) in areas of transactions, specific regulatory filings, tax compliance, etc* Maintain a Register of Breaches and ensure the breaches form part of regular discussions at Board meetings.* Provide and/or arrange to train staff (new joiners) on compliance and AML requirements and provide/arrange for annual refresher training for existing staff.Risk Management* Review the risk management framework and ensure it is implemented.* Perform and or review the annual control self-assessments done by the departmental heads and use the same as input to update the risk register.* Complete the annual IRAP – Internal Risk Assessment Procedures and ICAAP – Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Procedures document and provide the same for Senior Management review. * Arrange to submit the same in a timely manner with the DFSA i.e., within 4 months of the end of financial year.* Discuss the key risks with Senior Management and Board members and advise them of controls that would help mitigate the risks.* Liaise with regulators whilst the IRAP and ICAAP are selected for review by the DFSA as part of SREP (Supervisory Review and Evaluation Process)

    The CandidateMinimum Experience & Skills* Understanding of the Legislative compliance requirements mandated by the regulator (DFSA regulatory requirements knowledge will be an added advantage) and general compliance requirements of stock exchanges.* Exposure to working in other international markets and a general understanding of stock market regulations and global market best practices.* Financial Services domain knowledge (stock broking and of different kinds of financial instruments particularly equity, derivatives, mutual funds, asset management and advisory)* Exposure to dealing with regulators for compliance matters* Understanding of KYC/CDD and AML laws, regulations, and internal procedures* Understanding tax requirements particularly FATCA, CRS and with-holding taxes levied on incomes in different jurisdictions* Qualification in Risk Management would be an added advantage* Min 10 years’ experience of working in Compliance and MLRO function with a financial services firm broker dealer, investment bank, investment business firm.Salary40,000 – 45,000 AED a monthRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

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

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    Finance Director, Holding Company | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half are working with a large newly established holding company, with local and international investments. With a broad portfolio of major enterprises including energy, utilities, food, agriculture, healthcare and logistics, amongst others.The RoleResponsibilities* Develop, review, and maintain accounting related policies, procedures, and authority matrix and ensure proper application of the accounting standards and regulations* Maintain day-to-day control on accounting systems to ensure the complete and accurate processing of financial data in accordance with internal procedures* Manage vendor liability accounts to ensure payment of invoices conducted within pre agreed terms* Authorise and process invoices to pay vendors on payment due dates* Review and Filing of VAT returns and VAT reporting* Manage accounting transactions associated with HR’s personnel actions for the authorities at group level and corporate which includes payroll and benefits for entitled employees and disburse payments accordingly* Prepare and manage payroll budgets at group level and shared services* Review and approve expense claims* Approve petty cash related transactions and receipts* Managing external relationships pertaining to Payments and Systems, in particular relationships with banks of the holding company and its Authorities and also vendors for billing matters.* Managing internal relationships and its Authorities with regards to Payments and Systems shared service offering* Work with IT to ensure that Oracle financials, payroll and Hyperion systems are implemented, maintained and enhanced on a timely basis.* Work with IT to ensure that financial, payroll, Hyperion and OBIEE systems are integrated with other relevant systems and its Authorities* Ensure that processes within Finance division are automated* Manage the monthly and quarterly reconciliations from vendors and notify in cases of discrepancies* Liaise with IT and Projects team and Procurement & Contracts and HR to ensure appropriate integration with Finance modules/processes* Deliver additional tasks that may be delegated or assigned from the Finance Manager and deputised tasks as requiredManagerial* Creates an environment where team members consistently drive to improve performance* Manages team with full accountability for achieving overall agreed objectives* Manages by effectively empowering team members* Takes responsibility for mentoring high potential and most critical talent in their career progression* Reviews performance of team and addresses performance issues quickly through clear decisions Information Security related

    The CandidateWork Experience* Must speak Arabic and English* Hold significant experience in accounting, payroll and payment processing* Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant or similar Accounting Qualification with significant professional experience* Knowledge of financial and payroll system implementation* Knowledge of financial planning* Knowledge of reputed financial / accounting systems* Knowledge of financial planning and budgeting* Demonstrate the ability to communicate with senior stakeholders* Demonstrate leadership skills, managing team* Demonstrate strong planning, organization and analytical skills* Demonstrate internal and external stakeholder skills* Strong written and oral skillsSalary70,000 AED a monthRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

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

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    Application Developer – Java Full Stack (BlockChain) | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction As an IBM Full stack Developer, you will have to make sure that the company software components are expertly designed, developed, tested, debugged, verified, and ready for integration.Your Role and Responsibilities – Design & implement complex solutions composed of multiple software packages (Full-stack) based on Solution Architecture. – Support business development teams to conceptualize and develop relevant use cases, proof-of-concepts (POC). – Work cooperatively with teams to accomplish project work in an efficient and quality manner. – Interact with clients to define/develop innovative solutions to key business problems. – Ability to understand complex solution designs and communicate technical architecture. – Collect and analyze performance matrices, and identify performance issues, bottlenecks for full-stack technologies. – Design & implement enterprise/public/private solutions that run on different Blockchain platforms (e.g. HyperLedger, Ethereum, Quorum). – Test and deploy full-stack solutions through all phases of a development life cycle. – Ensure solutions adhere to accepted customer design.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise – 3 to 6 years of Technical and Professional Expertise- Excellent Proficiency in some of the following programming languages (such as Java, Javascript, Golang, Node JS) – Experienced with Docker and Kubernetes. – Experienced with Git and DevOps. – Experience working in an Agile environment (Scrum, continuous integration, automated testing, code reviews) – Familiar working on Blockchain technologies, Distributed Ledger, Peer-to-Peer network – Familiar with Hyperledger Frameworks – Familiar with design patterns, OOP , Microservices and MVC. – Familiar with KAFKA – Familiar with Integration Design Patterns. – Familiar with building single page application with any of Angular2+, ReactJS, Vue. – Familiarity/experience with cloud technology. – Familiarity with R3 Corda, Ethereum, Quorum

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Risk & Quality Manager – Deals, MERC Deals | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorSpecialismDealsManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryAbout Deals Risk & Quality (“R&Q”) Deals R&Q plays a key role as an enabler in supporting Middle East Deals (“Deals”) to achieve its strategy. The Deals business comprises Infrastructure and Government, Business Recovery Services, Corporate Finance, Forensics Services and Transaction Services. The Deals R&Q team’s primary purpose is to provide trusted advisor risk and quality advice to the Deals business in order to help client-facing teams effectively manage and mitigate legal, regulatory and reputational risk.The increasing use of alternative delivery methods and more innovative commercial models have added complexity and increased contractual and delivery risk. Furthermore, our clients’ expectations about what we are responsible for often exceed our contractual responsibilities, which needs careful management. The Deals engagement teams need close guidance and support from trusted advisers in R&Q to manage these risks while protecting our reputation and brand.We support Deals project teams throughout the entire engagement lifecycle from bidding through contracting and on into delivery, taking a partnership approach to work alongside and collaborate with partners and teams. We have been upskilling and growing our team and are now looking for an experienced business professional to help us continue to support the Deals business.About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced professional at the level of Manager who is solutions-focused, skilled at building relationships, enjoys being at the heart of change and wants to be part of a relevant, cohesive, vibrant team.  Role Responsibilities:- Acting as the first point of contact for queries from Deals engagement teams, providing timely and solution-focused pragmatic advice. – Negotiating with clients on contracting challenges, with support from the Office of the General Counsel and senior stakeholders in the business. – Participating in internal governance forums for  high value and higher risk engagements to support teams to manage contracting and delivery risks – Participating in special projects to deliver the continuous change that is needed to improve the quality outcomes and profitability of Deals.  – Participating in delivering training to staff across Deals. – Building trusted relationships across Deals and other support teams, and acting as a dedicated business advisor to the Deals business. The role will provide the successful candidate with: – The opportunity to work closely with the Deals Teams across the business. – An opportunity to get involved with some high profile, complex and innovative engagements in the region. – The opportunity to work in a fast paced, mentally stimulating, dynamic environment where no two days are the same. – An opportunity to develop a deep understanding of technical matters relating to  R&Q. – Join a cohesive, vibrant and high performing team. – A stable working location.

    Key Skills and Characteristics required Overall characteristics:- Interest in understanding the types of risks Deals faces – reputationally, financially, permissibility of services – and how these are mitigated or managed by the firm. – Be a self-starter who is proactive and flexible and has a positive attitude – Ability to provide pragmatic advice, whilst protecting the firm by understanding the importance of the firm’s ‘red lines’. – Be able to work both independently and as a team, with good project management skills, able to prioritise and manage multiple projects at a time while working to agreed deadlines. – Be creative and willing to think of new and innovative approaches to our work. Experience:It would be desirable for you to have: – Experience of working in a Deals/ advisory client facing role – Experience of working in risk management in a Big 4 environment or relevant Big 4 experience in Deals, Advisory or Audit services Communication:- The individual must be proficient in English and preferably an Arabic speaker – Be a clear, effective and self confident communicator who can adapt their style for different audiences and across multiple channels. – Have an ability to influence and communicate clearly and with self-confidence to all levels of partners and staff, including at the most senior levels.

    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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    Senior Manager – Global Compliance and Reporting | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

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    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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    Equity Analyst | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half are exclusively working with an Asset Management of a large group, managing public funds and segregated accounts on behalf of investors.The RoleThe role of the analyst is to identify investment opportunities in listed equities regionally and globally for both public listed funds and discretionary mandates. In order to make good investment recommendations for equities, the analyst needs to have deep knowledge of company analysis across multiple sectors. Furthermore, the job requires the analyst to build detailed financial models (forecast future earnings, cash flow and balance sheet trend) of companies, communicate with market participants and keep track of company specific and sector specific news flow. The person must also be well versed in valuation techniques (PE, PB, EV/EBITDA and DCF) to identify the best entry and exit price for the investment. The recommendations will help the portfolio managers make the best investment decision for the portfolios under management, with the key objective of outperforming the respective benchmarks. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel is a must for this role.Key Responsibilities:* Stocks recommended should contribute to overall portfolio performance. This is identified through portfolio attribution. * Recommendations are given in the weekly portfolio construction meetings conducted by the Lead Portfolio Managers.* Identify new stocks for the portfolio manager to invest in. * New recommendations should be accompanied by full earnings model including forecasts for earnings, balance sheet and cash flow, and relevant financial ratios. * New stocks recommended should be presented in the weekly research meetings and an investment report prepared for presentation to the investment committee. * The analyst needs to be constantly on the lookout for new alpha generating ideas. * Existing earnings models need to be regularly updated through review of quarterly reported earnings.* Quarterly earnings should be reviewed diligently to ensure that initial assumptions used in forecasts are still relevant.* The analyst should also review sector wide data to explain variances that could affect its earnings forecasts. * The analyst is also expected to meet management at least annually in conferences, 1 – 1 meetings or conference calls.* Provide analysis of material public information regarding equity investments that result in a sell or buy recommendation.

    The Candidate* The analyst should possess a degree from a reputable university with good grades in financial and numerical disciplines such as Finance, Accounting, Business Management, Engineering, Mathematics and Statistics* He / She should be a CFA charter holder or at least show the inclination to become one* To have completed an MBA would be an added advantage* He / She should have a minimum 3 years of relevant investment experience as an equity analyst from reputable firms in countries that have well developed equities markets. Should also have prior experience of company analysis, building financial and valuation modelsSalary30,000 AED a monthRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

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

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    Senior Relationship Officer, Corporate Banking (UAE National) | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Purpose:Maintain good relationships with Corporate clients, and assist RMs in keeping successful, optimal business with themPrincipal Accountabilities:Work Management:• Process renewals and new credit proposals. Process excess and isolated requests for existing customers in timely and professional manner, with minimal involvement from the RM• Ensure timely and accurate credit administrations through timely completion of annual reviews and regular monitoring of financials, covenants and other parameters within the review cycle.• Proficient dealing with customer queries to provide appropriate solutions to enhance the customer satisfaction levels.• Analyse and evaluate information given by the customer such as project reports, feasibility reports, balance sheets, cash flows etc. to structure the credit lines, balancing the risk and reward. • Establish good liaison with customers for their day to day banking requirements and professionally manage security documentation requirements. • Establish effective and professional communication both internal and external to ensure turnaround time within designated parameters and higher client satisfaction levels.• Conduct customer visits, whenever required for business requirements. • Monitor development and progress of corporate deals and ensure quick action in case of any adverse development. • Comply with internal audit requirements in line with the policy guidelines, to ensure high standards of uniformity and consistency across the Bank. • Monitor the Early Warning Signs of deterioration of accounts and ensure to keep high quality of assets.Service and Quality:• Professional quality of credit proposals and internal / external communication, in line with the defined policies and procedures.• Strong autonomy and ability to work independently of RM.• Process excess and isolated requests for existing customers within defined TAT.• Proficient dealing with customer queries to provide appropriate solutions to enhance the customer satisfaction levels.

    Requirements:Education and Experience:• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Management/Administration• 3-4 years of experience of Corporate/Corporate Banking in a capacity of credit analyst / relationship officer with exposure to Corporate Banking in UAE.

    In 1969, when we at Commercial Bank of Dubai started out little did we know that sheer grit and determination would get us where we are today. An Emiri Decree issued by His Highness the Late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the founder of modern Dubai, laid the cornerstone of Commercial Bank of Dubai. We started out as a joint venture of Commerzbank, Chase Manhattan Bank and Commercial Bank of Kuwait. A minority stake was held by a few UAE businessmen.

    By 1982, little more than a decade later, we evolved into a National Public Shareholding company. A feat complimented by an exponential increase in the capital base and mammoth restructuring of our operations. The feather in the cap came when the Government of Dubai became a key shareholder.

    Over the decades, we have transformed ourselves into a progressive and modern banking institution. We are supported by a sturdy financial base and reigned by a strong and stable management. The proof of which lies with our customers who have stood by us over the years. More