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    Senior Manager – Tax | MMJS Consulting

    Employment:

    Full Time

    – Ensure that the team renders a quality tax services to businesses.- Carryout research on new tax laws and trends.- Drafting Articles and updates to clients from time to time.- Proactively manage a portfolio of clients and report into Director and above.- Ability to review and sign off on KSA tax/zakat returns, tax/zakat advisory, and related objections.- Be involved in the financial management of clients.- Be actively involved in business development activities to help identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients.- Build client relationships with new and existing clients.- Contribute to the development of your own and team’s technical acumen.- Develop strategies to solve complex technical challenges.- Assist in the management and delivering of large projects.- Train, coach, and supervise staff.

    – Experience in business development and growing client relationships and revenue;- KSA Income tax expertise and managing tax compliance for client engagements;- Ability to provide ad hoc KSA tax consulting advice to inbound or outbound KSA clients;- Experience in litigation matters and ability to draft objections and build solid arguments;- 7 – 10 years working experience within globally recognized tax practice;- Previous team management experience;- Demonstrable experience in financial reasoning of client engagements;- Ability to communicate clearly and build strong relationships at all levels internally and externally;- Experience in working with team in remote locations;- Analytical thinking and problem solving;- Digitally enabled- Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit.- Excellent English skills (Reading, Speaking and Writing)- Fluent in Arabic (preferred)

    MMJS is a consulting firm that is focused on adding value to its clients business through Tax, Technology and Management Consulting. Strategically located in Bahrain, Oman, UAE, Kuwait and KSA to support clients across GCC.. Having served 300+ clients, MMJS has acquired the trust of many multi-national and Government clients through uncompromising quality of work. MMJS Consulting is a Kreston Menon Group entity which is part of the globally renowned Kreston International group.

    Our VAT leadership and the team consists of experienced, passionate and ambitious staff who have VAT implementation, Advisory, Compliance and VAT Audit experience across various industries in Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and the Far East. The team is competent to provide an end-to-end solution in relation to VAT in GCC countries. More

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    Tax Intern | MMJS Consulting

    Employment:

    Full Time

    1. Build strong internal relationships within the Direct and Indirect Tax practice and across other service lines;2. Assisting the team and seniors in Implementation of Direct and Indirect tax in KSA;3. Drafting presentations on Tax matters for the seniors;4. Attitude towards learning and growing in the field of taxation;5. Effective time management to meet the strict deadlines;6. Assisting in interpretation of the Tax law and supporting in the project plans;7. Distinguish yourself by your organization skills, dynamism and motivation to learn and evolve.

    1. Anyone who has completed the under graduation or an ACCA affiliate or CA Finalist2. Eager to apply your accounting knowledge to the field of Tax and become a Tax expert.3. Attention to details.4. Availability to travel within the GCC countries.5. MS Office (MS PowerPoint, MS Word & MS Excel).6. Fluent in English (Reading, Speaking and Writing).7. Fluent in Arabic (Optional).

    MMJS is a consulting firm that is focused on adding value to its clients business through Tax, Technology and Management Consulting. Strategically located in Bahrain, Oman, UAE, Kuwait and KSA to support clients across GCC.. Having served 300+ clients, MMJS has acquired the trust of many multi-national and Government clients through uncompromising quality of work. MMJS Consulting is a Kreston Menon Group entity which is part of the globally renowned Kreston International group.

    Our VAT leadership and the team consists of experienced, passionate and ambitious staff who have VAT implementation, Advisory, Compliance and VAT Audit experience across various industries in Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and the Far East. The team is competent to provide an end-to-end solution in relation to VAT in GCC countries. More

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    VP Performance Monitoring and Reporting | McGregor Boyall

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Generic Accountability:Lead and manage the development of performance monitoring and reporting framework, tools and standardised templates and dashboards for the Group CEO.Lead and manage the timely reporting to the GCEO on Bank’s overall business performanceLead the proactive identification of potential risks and work with business function to identify mitigation plansSpecific Accountability:Performance Monitoring and Reporting FrameworkPerformance Data collection and AnalysisPeriodic Report Development and PresentationMinimum Qualification:Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related discipline.Minimum Experience:Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in performance monitoring and reporting, preferably in the banking sector and financial institutions.McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

    Minimum QualificationBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related discipline.Minimum ExperienceMinimum of 12 years of relevant experience in performance monitoring and reporting, preferably in the banking sector and financial institutions.

    Established in 1987, McGregor Boyall is a global recruitment consultancy providing permanent and contract / interim professionals across a wide variety of disciplines including Technology, Risk, Finance, Compliance, Legal, Marketing and HR & Talent Management. Since our inception, we have built an unrivalled reputation for helping organisations recruit the very best talent to ensure that they realise their business and operational objectives.

    Headquartered in the city of London, and with further offices throughout the UK (Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Glasgow) as well as globally in Dubai and Singapore, we are able to offer recruitment solutions throughout the UK & Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific regions. More

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    Compliance Officer – MLRO – SAMA | Venture Search

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As the compliance officer you will be responsible for assisting in ensuring the overall regulatory compliance as required by global laws and regulations. As the Compliance Officer, you must ensure the Company abides the international AML conventions and the relevant laws and the new payment regulations issued by SAMA. Reporting to the Senior, you will operate independently and work closely with all relevant stakeholders, internationally.Responsibilities:• Be the person in working with internal and external stakeholders for PI/EMI license application in KSA.• Be the Recognized Person to implement the AML policies, procedures, systems and controls and day-to-day oversight of its compliance with the Rules in AML and any relevant anti-money laundering Rules, to meet Regulators’ expectations and to mitigate in-house compliance risks.• Be responsible in AML risk assessment, clients onboarding, payment channels onboarding, ongoing monitoring, AML/fraud-related transactions monitoring, record keeping and staff trainings.• Cooperating with the Financial Intelligence Units and all applicable Regulators in the KSA, including but not limited to routine liaison and any submission of documentation upon regulatory requests.• Assisting in undergoing multiple compliance inspections and enquiries by our globally recognized commercial banks and regulated payment channel partners.• Reporting regularly to the Senior Management on the licensing status and any regulatory compliance matters.• Monitor any changes of regulatory developments that would potentially impact the company and providing timely updates to the relevant functions.• Ensuring the regulatory requirements are promptly implemented to a satisfactory level.• Assisting in ad-hoc compliance reviews.

    • +5 years relevant experience in AML and regulatory compliance, with proven track records in securing regulatory licenses is a strong plus• Proven track records in dealing with SAMA and deep knowledge about the guidelines for PSP in KSA.• Professional qualification(s) is required to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of relevant AML requirements e.g. CAMS• Experience in incorporation of entities with SAMA and application submission for securing PI/EMI licenses.• Strong proficiency in English• Residency in the KSA

    Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process.
    By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector.
    Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More

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    Group CFO – Chief Financial Officer | Guildhall

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Guildhall is looking for a Group CFO to work within one of the most successful groups in Qatar.We require a CFO who is experienced in managing finances for organisations with over 2000 staff across a wide rage of subsidiaries and regions.This is a long term opportunity for the right person with the right background and personality to succeed with this organisations aims for the FIFA World Cup and 2030 Vision for Qatar. We are looking for someone commercially astute.A generous family package is on offer with fights, schooling and vehicle all provided.

    Candidates should be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:- 20+ years financial management experience- Worked as a CFO for a group of businesses – Experienced in organisations with over 2000 staff- Strong personality and able to build relationships vertically through the business

    Guildhall is the most respected HR & Headhunting Consultancy in the MENA Region.

    With deep, extensive knowledge of HR & Recruiting in the region, Guildhall has become a trusted partner of choice for candidates and clients. Starting from an exclusive recruitment agency in Dubai – UAE, Guildhall has grown into an elite service with the ability to cover vacancies in across MENA and Asia-pacific.

    Offering tailored Career Sessions and an innovative industry-first membership program designed to save money on core services.

    Guildhall is the partner of choice. More

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    Operations Officer | Venture Search

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • You will be responsible for managing the office administration and coordinating with the global admin and finance team for maintaining and proper functioning of the ADGM office.• You will be responsible for facilitating/ attending any customer issues and raising to the concerned team in UAE or the global headquarters.• You will be coordinating with the relevant stakeholders and contributing to the development of weekly and monthly reports and dashboards.• Supporting the team with the review and development of template documents, emails, processes and process maps• Ensuring requests to the team are responded to in an efficient, accurate and timely manner.• You will be responsible to rectify any systems issues locally in UAE and coordinating with the global IT team for providing immediate solutions.• Taking lead on automation of reporting activities including providing user requirements and IT issues any other risk related projects.• Monitoring and approving petty cash payments, including ensuring disbursements are captured.

    • +5 years relevant experience in Operations, Customer complaints in financial services company or Fintech• Familiarity in dealing with ADGM/DIFC/CBUAE and knowledge a bout the local laws in UAE.• Graduate qualification(s) is required to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in IT, systems management, networking.• The role also requires that the candidate is able to collaborate with colleagues across different competences within the organization• Strong proficiency in English• Resident in the UAE and presently based in UAE;

    Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process.
    By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector.
    Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More

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    Risk Officer | Venture Search

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • You will be responsible for ensuring risk identification, assessment and responses are properly collected and recorded, supporting Risk analyzing and reporting information pertaining to the risk management process.• You will be responsible for facilitating Risk Reviews to elicit information and record it and maintaining and updating Risk information in the risk registers.• You will be liaising with the appropriate stakeholders and contributing to the development of weekly and monthly reports.• You will be responsible for conducting risk assessment, gap analysis and implementation of preventive measures.• You will be responsible for monitoring risk appetite and risk limits, design and implement risk measurement model, monitor transactions, stress testing, and scenario analysis tests.• Taking lead on automation of reporting activities including providing user requirements, specifications and design inputs, particularly with regard to risk recognition, measurement and any other risk related projects.

    • +5 years relevant experience in Risk Management in financial services company or any big four or Fintech companies.• Familiarity in dealing with ADGM/DIFC/CBUAE and deep knowledge about the local laws in UAE.• Professional qualification(s) is required to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of risk management skills• Strong proficiency in English• Resident in the UAE and presently based in UAE;

    Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process.
    By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector.
    Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More

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    Risk & Compliance Manager (Fintech) | Venture Search

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Venture Search is recruiting for a Risk & Compliance Officer on behalf of a cutting edge fintech based within the ADGM in Abu Dhabi. Our client is looking for an experienced Compliance Office & Risk Manager with direct exposure to FSRA/DFSA rules and regulations, preferably as an authorised individual. Experience working with a B2B financial technology firm (e.g. payments/APIs/similar) would be beneficial.The role:• Monitor all regulatory risks and potential compliance issues across the middle east business• Operate as key point of contact with the FSRA for all regulatory matters• Develop, oversee, and maintain a regulatory risk framework• Work with senior management and colleagues to embed a compliance culture throughout organization• Responsible for any relevant requirements of the business with respect to AML

    The candidate:• Minimum of 5 years experience in either FSRA or DFSA compliance• Previously held authorized individual status• Able to work with senior stakeholders across multiple locations• Degree level education, preferably with a professional compliance qualification• Self starter• Fluent English, Arabic would be beneficial however not essential• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail

    Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process.
    By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector.
    Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More