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    Assurance – BCR (Business Controls Risks) – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryOrganisations are constantly being exposed to new and evolving strategic, technical, talent and reputation risks, particularly in the Middle East region where they face significant geopolitical and macroeconomic challenges. To survive and thrive in this uncertainty, we understand that strong enterprise risk processes are crucial as these drive business controls. Instead of tackling Enterprise Risk and Business Controls in silos, we approach them as a whole to derive the most value from alignment and consistency.Due to the rapid growth of our Business Controls Risk team, we currently have opportunities for ambitious and highly motivated experienced professionals with a proven track record in high quality delivery of client projects. You will be an integral part of the team responsible for the management and delivery of projects across a range of sectors. You will have access to all of the latest training and development tools and the support of the wider PwC network.- You will be expected to have a solid understanding of the market, identify and convert business opportunities that will eventually be delivered. – You will work with clients in identifying their relevant controls, processes weaknesses and recommend improvements. – You will have the ability to continuously develop your skills, taking a keen interest in trends in business processes and the impact on our clients. – You will be required to demonstrate extensive project management skills related to projects, including developing project plans, budgets, and deliverables schedules. – You will be required to demonstrate extensive abilities as a team leader, which includes creating a positive environment; monitoring workloads of the team while meeting client expectations; respecting the work-life quality of team members; providing candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner; and keeping leadership informed of progress. – The role also requires that the candidate is able to collaborate with colleagues across different competences within the firm regionally or internationally. – The role includes wider responsibilities which will include collaborating with the engagement leader, agreeing budgets, communication of results and their impact on the overall project and making contributions to the final reporting.

    Requirements:  – Experience enhancing business processes, including documenting them, as part of organisation transformation projects as well as proven experience on process optimization using technology. – Development of policy manuals and workflows using ARIS, Vision, etc. – Proven solid business network in Saudi Arabia and strong business development skills. – Ability to work independently, manage teams and be part of a team with a fast pace and a high energy that will translate into a high quality output.  – Sound and clear written and verbal communication skills. – Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. – Prior experience within the Big 4 or equivalent is essential. – Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university, advantageous if risk, resilience or related discipline. – Years of Experience: Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience. – Currently based in Saudi Arabia. – Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).  Fluent in English and Arabic. – A professional qualification is preferred:  – Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) – Risk Management Professional (RMP) – Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) – Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) – Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) – Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) – CMA (Certified Management Accountant) – ACCA Chartered Accountant – The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the projectdictates.

    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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    Manager – Business Consulting – Agile Business Finance S/4 Planning | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Manager – Business Consulting – Agile Business Finance S/4 Planning, Consolidation and ReportingAs market and technology rapidly change and develop, finance functions must demonstrate real added value to their business. As a Finance Transformation Consultant, you’ll use your experience and knowledge in Finance, industry and technology to help deliver greater insight – delivering functional efficiencies as well as transforming the role of finance in our clients’ businesses. You’ll be developing innovative, sustainable ways to improve the management of people, processes and systems, working alongside other finance professionals in high-performing teams. And as you deliver exceptional client service, you’ll have the opportunity to address some of the biggest issues facing client organizations today – supported by structured learning and development. With a network stretching across the world, the projects you work on will cross borders and sectors, providing unrivaled experience. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. The opportunity We are looking for a Manager to join our team at the start of an exciting growth curve in the MENA region. We’re looking for people with enthusiasm to truly add value to clients, as well as ambition and potential to grow with us. Your key responsibilities – As a member of the Business Consulting team, you’ll help the world’s leading organizations improve their performance in a rapidly changing environment with adequate enablement of finance transformation and technologies. – You’ll be part of multidisciplinary teams, bringing diverse perspectives to every challenge. – You will also take the lead in developing and growing our business and client network, building relationships with our clients’ key stakeholders and contributing to the overall revenue generation efforts of the consulting wide organization.

    Skills and Attributes for success – You should have Consulting experience in Finance Transformation – Increase how finance works cross functionally as part of an extended ecosystem to enable new business models and value creation – Hands on expertise in digitizing finance processes – Implementation experience in one or more of the SAP S/4 planning, consolidation and reporting solutions – Business planning and consolidation (BPC) – Revenue and cost planning – Budgeting – SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) – Group reporting – SAP BI/BO – Exceptional knowledge on Process optimization across Procure-To-Pay (PTP), Order-To-Cash (OTC), and Record-To-Report (RTR) processes – Improve data and analytics capabilities to transform forecasting, risk management, and understanding of value drivers – Take strategic decisions on what will be sourced, recruited, retained, and/or developed/upskilled to transform finance talent into a sustainable workforce – Make significant changes to the finance function operating model and skill set utilizing a best in class model of internal and partner resources/ assets – Reduce finance function costs through new technologies, and automation – Optimize usage of Global Business Services (GBS) infrastructure, outsourcing, and SSC’s – Leverage Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) to budget for and plan using appropriate technology To qualify for the role, you must have – 5-8 years of relevant working experience – MENA based experience (preferred) – Strong People Management and Leadership Skills – Effective communication and presentation skills – Ability to generate business deals and make business proposals – Develop and maintain relationship at C-suite level Ideally, you’ll also have – A Master’s Degree and/or CIMA, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA professional qualifications – Relevant certifications from SAP preferred – Willingness to travel extensively across the region What we look for Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. 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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    Senior Product Manager | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Purpose:The role holder will be responsible for driving the day to day elements of product management (cash and liquidity management) as well as projects involving development and change, by driving strategy formulation, coordinating execution, engaging in sales practice management, and building the associated digital transformation program.Principal Accountabilities:• Ensure business stability, growth, strategic alignment and enhanced profitability across the payments and liquidity realm.• Act as an industry expert as well as being the primary contact for all internal stakeholders on payments, liquidity and escrow products.• Develop product opportunity studies highlighting benefits, costs & risks. In addition, preparing business cases and strategy for new / enhanced products roll-out.• Establish strategic priorities, sales objectives, and revenue goals for products and the relevant distribution channels to maintain and accelerate revenue growth.• Manage and document changes to policies and procedures that arise during the client on-boarding process to improve future client experience, bank’s operational and local regulatory experience.• Adhere to policies including escalation and compliance requirements and follow any other relevant internal controls and procedures as they relate to process, products, policies and regulations.• Develop customer document requirements for enrolling new services. Recommend adequate changes in the process or customer application forms.• Develop business requirements for building payments and liquidity and escrow capabilities, and work with IT department, audit, risk, compliance, operations and other stakeholders to formulate the project plan, delivery schedules testing and implementation. Monitor the project progress in all aspects from requirements conceptualization to implementation.• Recommend adequate product suggestions and feedback for product and process improvement ensuring to follow the set Bank’s procedure. • Keep status of applications, implementations and fee recovery updated.• Analyse, plan and execute Pilots and Proof of Concepts for product innovation in the payments and liquidity• Serve as subject matter expert for coverage RMs, assist in implementation of client solutions and serve as liaison with internal and external service providers to resolve complex client issues.• Ensure to comply with the audit requirements, internal and external reporting obligations etc in line with the policy guidelines, to ensure high standards of uniformity and consistency across the Bank.• Work with Legal, Audit, Compliance, Operational Risk, Technology, Central Operations, and other stakeholders to successfully launch and manage products & services. • Identify product issues and provide resolution to potential problems.• Provide assistance to, train & develop reporting staff to build their capabilities to carry out acquisition effectively. • Conduct periodic competitive landscape exercise within the payments, liquidity and receivables products within the industry.• Understand banks infrastructure to ensure that operations and systems are able to support the t products launched and work with technology and Operations to ensure that the functionalities are as per required specifications. • Communicate new product updates and enhancements, market trends to sales and implementation teams and assist in monitoring product performance in terms of volumes, value and revenue. • Work with concerned units to ensure product MIS is in place for accurate management reports.

    Requirements• Education and Experience• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent• Previous experience in transaction banking products encompassing core cash management, payment and liquidity products• Minimum overall 10+ years of experience gained from transaction banking area across sales, distribution and proposition development, new market roll-outs etc.

    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

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    Head of Shariah Audit – UAE National | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    JOB PURPOSETo develop and lead the delivery of audit engagements, the maintaining of departmental professional practices, develop and maintain a risk based audit plan within for the Shariah Unit and manage staff capable of delivering the plan.Principal AccountabilitiesAudit Assignments- Lead and oversee audits across the Sharia Unit and relevant support functions, in order to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of controls, systems, processes and procedures, highlighting areas of concern.- Plan and organise reviews and agree terms of reference to ensure they are carried out effectively, within the timescales allocated, keeping senior management informed of progress and findings.- Reliably able to exercise judgement over the materiality of issues and ratings of audits.- Exercising judgement over management’s risk awareness and delivering IAD’s opinion to senior management.- Present Audit reports to the Internal Shariah Supervisory Committee (ISSC), CEO, GMs, Senior Management (first and second line) on the audit findings raised in reviews, together with recommendations for improvements.- Review proposed actions from Senior Management and present these to the ISSC for review, discussion and finalisation.- Oversee the finalised actions taken so that outstanding issues identified during reviews are followed up and resolved to ensure that risks are effectively managed in accordance with all relevant policies and regulations.Special Assignments- Lead and present results to Senior Management on ad-hoc requests for special audits or investigations.Stakeholder Management- Build, manage and maintain effective senior stakeholder relationships in order to ensure service levels are in line with agreed business plans.- As appropriate, pro-actively liaise with stakeholders and team members in order to discuss current and future issues; feed risks identified into the planning process and provide advice and guidance as required, whilst promoting best practice.- Assess compliance with the Bank’s policies and procedures and guidelines together with relevant regulatory and statutory requirements where appropriate implementing actions to protect the Bank’s business at all times.Other Management Responsibilities- Frequent attendance at, and presentation to, the ISSC.- Attendance at, and presentation to, Board Audit Committee.- Manage projects or work in respect of special situations, ensuring that where appropriate they are delivered on time and within budget.- Recommend and manage changes to policies, systems, processes and working practices in order to achieve operational improvements.- Lead, manage, motivate, develop and appraise staff so that their individual and collective performance is of the required standard and meets the current and future needs of the business.- Fully accountable for maintaining the Audit Universe for their areas of responsibility.

    Requirements- ACA or Other Professional qualification relevant to the role.- Must be a graduate- Relevant Shariah qualificationExperience- 10+ years’ experience in external or internal audit- 10+ years’ experience in Shariah and Islamic Banking, ideally audit related- Strong Regulatory knowledge- Deep understanding of Shariah and Islamic Banking regulations is a pre-requisite- Senior manager or director level experience of at least 2 years- Strong understanding of Banking- Strong knowledge of Banking Regulations

    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

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    Assurance – Core Assurance – Director (Non FS) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Assurance – Core Assurance – Director (Non FS) – DubaiLine of ServiceAssuranceIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelDirectorJob Description & SummaryA career in our Non Financial Services Audit practice, within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.Our team helps organisations navigate regulatory complexity while strengthening trust and transparency in their business. While many of the rules of business have changed, the fundamentals haven’t. You’ll work alongside senior members of the client’s management team in planning the audit process from beginning to end, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and fair presentation of our client’s information.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Director, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Support team to disrupt, improve and evolve ways of working when necessary.- Arrange and sponsor appropriate assignments and experiences to help people realise their potential and support their long-term aspirations.- Identify gaps in the market and spot opportunities to create value propositions.- Look for opportunities to scale efficiencies and new ways of working across multiple projects and environments.- Create an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.- I promote and encourage others to value difference when working in diverse teams.- Drive and take ownership for developing connections that help deliver what is best for our people and stakeholders.- Influence and facilitate the creation of long-term relationships which add value to the firm.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment 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

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    Project Management Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA business graduate with at least 2 years of course administration experience in the professional training services (combination of internships / part-time / full-time jobs is acceptable) – High level of technical proficiency and computer literacy particularly with Excel, Word, MS Project and Powerpoint – Familiarity with Administrate or other CRM platforms will be a plus – Excellent spoken and written English skills – Arabic speaker will be a plus – Excellent business writing skills – Well-developed administrative skills in order to set up and maintain systems so as to provide efficient service – Professional yet approachable manner – Meticulous and accurate approach with high attention to detail – Ability to work effectively under pressure – Ability to work well in a team as well as independently – Flexibility in working hours (evenings, weekends as and when required)- Provides support to the Project Manager in managing projects – Liaises with the operations team for lecturers’ availability and materials requirements – Maintains internal documentation on project management – Formats and edits learning materials – Ensures technical and content accuracy of documentation – Coordinates publication and distribution of learning materials – Assists in preparation, distribution and summary of attendance reports, feedback forms, certificates – Maintains accurate records on ADM and LMS – Responsible for arranging logistics for the project teams and SMEs for the delivery of the courses/programme (flights, hotels, transportation)

    – Provides general admin support – Conducts research and adds to the existing library of resources/e-books – Assist SME in the programme content development by researching relevant content within the PwC resources (white papers/publications) – Course administration activities including: • Initiating opening of job codes • Summarizing course evaluation/feedback • Preparing progress reports related to all client projects. • Preparing Course Billing Instruction (CBI) • Registration in client portal • Uploading of invoices in client portal • Arranging logistics for the trainer – booking flights and hotel• Adding courses in the ADM and updating the attendance in the ADM • Formatting client deliverable such as course materials (trainer slide, participant workbook, post course reports) • Visa processing of SME and relevant resources • Summarize course/programme evaluation report and prepare post course reports

    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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    Manager – International Tax and Transaction Services | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our globally coordinated tax professionals offer connected services across all tax disciplines to help our clients thrive in an era of rapid change. We combine our exceptional knowledge and experience with the people and technology platforms that make us an ideal partner for all their tax-related needs. In Tax, we equip clients to make better business decisions by bringing insights to the forefront. We help companies understand the tax policies and tax laws of governments around the world to plan and comply accordingly. Our teams leverage transformative technologies to deliver strategy and execution, from tax and regulatory obligations to operations and workforce management, to reduce risk and drive sustainable value. Tax has six sub-service lines which cover a wide range of issues: Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, Global Law, Indirect Tax, International Tax and Transaction Services and People Advisory Services. The opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Tax professional to join a growing team in an emerging market. As an International Tax Manager, your primary focus will be advising global companies on the various regional and international tax implications of their operations. With so many offerings, you have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. Our Tax service line in MENA is experiencing a period of significant growth so now is an excellent time to join. Sound interesting? Your key responsibilities – You will be managing and participating in the successful delivery of international tax engagements and assisting senior managers or above with identifying and pursuing new business opportunities and building client networks and relationships. – You will contribute to building and maintaining key client relationships by delivering exceptional client service and collaborate with a team of International Tax professionals across the MENA region and globally to combine diverse cross-border experience with local tax knowledge across a broad spectrum of industries. – You will work as part of a multi-jurisdictional / disciplinary team within tax and across other service lines (including working with colleagues from Transfer Pricing, Transaction Tax, Indirect Tax, People Advisory Services etc.) in terms of pursuing, managing and delivering engagements and assist in managing engagement economics by organizing staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to project leaders. – You will build strong internal relationships within international tax team and across other service lines and counsel and develop more junior staff through delegation and on the job training

    Skills and attributes for success – If you are a client driven and strategically and commercially aware, excellent communicator in a range of situations both written and oral, enthusiastic with flexible attitude to work and a strong motivator, you will be perfect for the role. To qualify for the role you must have – Bachelor’s Degree in Tax, Economics, Accounting or Finance and an approved professional qualification or equivalent (e.g. ADIT / ATT / ACCA / CPA / ACA / CA / LLB or MBA, or MA, MSc or PhD in the fields listed above) – 5 – 7 years of relevant Tax experience, in either business or industry – Broad exposure to international taxation with focus on inbound and outbound investments – Strong managerial, organisational, project management, analytical and verbal/written communication skills – Proven track record with a leading professional services firm – Experience of Managing a team and/or mentoring and developing more junior team members Ideally, you’ll also have – Proficiency in Arabic language What we look for You’ll proactively maintain your technical knowledge by keeping abreast of global developments in international tax landscape so that you can better advise our clients. In return we’ll provide investment in the right sort of training and offer you the opportunities on projects and assignments that will develop and challenge you so that you’re in the best place to develop your tax career. The types of project you’ll contribute towards may include: – Expansion into new markets – Group structure reorganization and / or rationalisation – Review of operating model including permanent establishment risk, withholding taxes, transfer pricing etc. – Review of holding structure, capital structure and financing arrangements – Review of IP structure – BEPS risk assessments Whatever the projects and assignments you work on you can be confident that you’re contributing towards helping our clients to develop and execute their international tax strategy ensuring technical excellence and providing the highest levels of client service. What we look for – Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. – An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization. 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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    Manager, Fraud Risk | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    JOB PURPOSEThe purpose of this job is to establish an enterprise fraud governance and control framework for the bank including the testing of existing fraud controls.Principal Accountabilities – Develop an enterprise fraud risk controls framework, fraud risk assessment standards, RCSA and KRI working in conjunction with the Head of Fraud Risk Management- Knowledge of banking products, operations and systems- Risk assess business and operations activity to identify fraud risks and implement mitigating controls- Assess the design and effectiveness of the banks fraud prevention program- Provide the required support and guidance to the business to embed and implement fraud policy requirements and control measures within their business areas- On a risk based approach undertake fraud risk control assessment to test the effectiveness of existing controls- Develop fraud detection rule strategy to be implemented in the fraud detection system- Analyze rule performance on an ongoing basis and manage the exercise to fine tune rules on an ongoing basis to improve detection rates- Assess risks associated with launch of new products and services to ensure appropriate controls are there in place to mitigate fraud risks- Understand business strategy and fraud risk priorities and work closely with the business units to implement best practice guidelines and controls to enable proactive detection and prevention of fraud- Plan and undertake annual fraud risk assessment partnering with audit, operational risk and other control functions as applicable- Prepare management dashboard for Operational Risk Committee meetings and periodic reporting to management- Provide oversight on the monthly fraud cases investigated – Review investigations reports prepared by the investigators to ensure the reports are clear and concise- Maintain internal blacklist of confirmed fraud cases- Develop content for fraud awareness training and campaigns- Manage the roll-out and completion of fraud awareness training program across the bank- Prepare monthly fraud reports for Head of Fraud Risk and Head of Operational Risk- Support the Head of Fraud Risk to track, manage and minimize fraud losses across all products, segments and service lines- Develop and maintain strong working relationship with internal stakeholders and act as a point of contact for subject matter expertise on topics related to fraud prevention

    RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS- A Bachelor’s Degree, MBA or Master’s degree in business accounting or legal- Certified Fraud Examiner- PreferablyEXPERIENCE- 10+years of experience in a fraud governance and control role within the banking industry or big 4 consulting firm as Manager. – Experience in developing and enhancing fraud prevention programs- Sound knowledge of undertaking fraud risk assessment, developing and implementing control frameworks and best practice guidelines. – Experience interacting with functional heads, internal control, audit and senior management within the bankSKILLS- Excellent verbal and written communication skills- Strategy development- Leadership skills- Strong partnering skills across functions- High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills- Ability to acquire, build and inspire a high performance team- Advanced knowledge of SQL and Structured Coding- Working knowledge of credit card, core banking and customer facing channel- Risk assessment of new products, digital channels and servicesCOMPETENCIES- Strategy development- Cross functional team work- Analytical thinking and problem solving- Project and change management- Capability development and team building- Result oriented and execution skills

    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