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  • People Advisory Services – Immigration Senior Consultant | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    Our People Advisory Services business (PAS) is focused on helping our clients gain a competitive people advantage in all its facets – reward management, global mobility, HR transformation, legislative compliance and much more.PAS has five key areas: Mobility, Reward, Talent, Systems and Performance.• In Mobility, we help our clients manage the complex compliance and reporting risks inherent in deploying a globally mobile workforce and obtain the best value from this vital talent.• We place great importance on providing valuable tax and immigration planning advice in order to facilitate the most cost effective and efficient operations for our clientsYour key responsibilities• Manage the successful delivery of immigration projects in UAE and GCC region• Responsible for day-to-day client delivery• Building and maintaining relationships with clients and providing consistently high levels of client service• Build relationships both within the firm and externally with clients, identifying opportunities and managing expectations• Adherence to Quality and Risk Management processes.• Coaching and motivating colleagues• Contribute to winning new work by proactively managing existing clients and contribute to winning new clients.• Key member of one of the client service groups providing full services to a client portfolio.Skills and attributes for success• Enthusiastic and energetic; able to embrace new ways of working.• Team player; ability to integrate with new teams quickly• Outgoing with good relationship skills and the ability to deliver quality output• Ability to build strong client relationships• Project management skills to plan and prioritize work, meet deadlines and monitor own budget• Attention to detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy• Self-starter; willing to be accountable for your decisions and output

    To qualify for the role you must have:• Strong technical skills and keen to develop further (GCC immigration)• 3 years’ experience with mobility compliance work, and specifically UAE immigration compliance• Experience working within professional services• Ability to identify areas of risk, carry out an effective review and know when to refer upwards• A degree of flexibility to meet client /department needs and deadlines• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task• Computer literate including a good knowledge of excel and word• Client focused and commercially aware• Relationship management skills with ability to manage client expectations• Ability to solve problems creatively and pragmatically• Excellent communicator in range of situations both written and oralWhat working at EY offers:We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Build your legacy with us.Apply now.

    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

  • People Advisory Services – Immigration Support Staff | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    As a support staff team member you would assist the People Advisory Services mobility team with relevant tasks; specifically document collection and delivery, filing of documents with authorities and waiting for their approval and office administrative support related to the tasksKey responsibilities:Working closely with UAE (Dubai) immigration authorities.• As support staff team member, you will be a key resource for our team.• You should be able to diligently undertake tasks, follow specific instructions of the consultants and effectively interact with the authorities and client representatives during tasks.• You will have attention to detail and be able to prioritize time.• We require an experienced team member; specifically experience in driving oriented tasks such as document collection and delivery, a broad awareness of government functions to performs tasks such as attending the Ministry of Foreign affairs for document legalization and certain office administrative skills such as photocopying and filing.You will also be expected to have strong communication skills in English and ideally knowledge of Arabic.The successful candidate would also contribute in the following ways• Meet clients to collect and deliver documents• Accompany clients to medical tests and embassy appointments• Filing of applications at authorities• Attention to detail to support team with operational effectiveness• Willingness to prepare letters or other requested documentation;• Ability to translate simple documents into Arabic or English (ideally)

    To qualify, candidates must have:• 2-3 years of experience working as a PRO working closely with immigration authorities in Dubai, including driving responsibilities• Proficient English language skills required, written and verbal• Ideally Arabic language skills required, written and verbal.• Willingness to learn and utilize EY technology tools for administrative purposes• Ability to work as part of a team, both within the office and within the EY network• Willingness to learn and develop new skills• Client service oriented approach• Valid UAE driving licenceWhat working at EY offersWe offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Join us in building a better working world.Apply now.

    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

  • Immigration Specialist | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    As the Immigration Specialist you will be working closely with the HR Team and report into the head of HR. You will provide guidance across Middle East to ensure talent can be moved across border to serve clients and pursue talent worldwide including managing the administration of the Middle East visa and immigration program.Client DetailsOur client is a top tier international management consultancy firm.DescriptionYour key responsibilities as the Immigration Specialist for our client are:* Advisor to all staff and leadership on visa requirements to support the business* Proactive guidance on visa requirements for growth across ME* Responsible for compliance through the development of practices and processes to work across borders* Acts as a resource for local office immigration matters* Responsible for reaching out to new hires and transfer to support immigration processes* Liaison with global mobility on all transfer documentation* Supervise the local Dubai office PRO’s daily operations* Manage the relationship with regional visa and immigration vendorsJob Offer* On offer for you is a great opportunity to work for an international Management Consultancy firm and an attractive salary package.

    As the successful candidate for this role you have* Prior experience in an similar role with a multinational company across the Middle East* Subject matter expert on all aspects of interoffice mobility (including knowledge/ experience on regional mobility)* Takes the initiative to drive to action and closure, whilst exercising good judgment on who else to involve.* Excellent organizational, time management and scheduling skills* Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, juggle multiple tasks simultaneously and deal with highly confidential information* Collaborative team player with a “can do” attitudeQualifications* Degree educated* Minimum 5 years related visa and immigration experience in a similar setting* Knowledge of regional immigration practices and laws* Demonstrated experience as a team leader* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Windows- Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook is required* Fluency of English and Arabic- written and verbal

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:
    Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal
    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

  • Arabic Technical Content Writer | A Leading Financial Organization in Qatar

    Employment: Full Time

    Job DescriptionThe Arabic Content Technical Writer will write, rewrite and/or edit technical documents such as policies, procedures, manuals, legislative documents to communicate clearly and effectively so that both technical and non-technical audiences can understand.Roles and Responsibilities· Work with subject matter experts to obtain an in-depth understanding of the documentation requirements· Analyze information needs for projects and help define content requirements· Create high-quality documentation on policies, manuals, procedures etc.· Review and edit your own work as well as perform peer-reviews for other members of the team· Consistently author accurate content in compliance with the department and company standards· Ability to describe complex processes clearly and concisely· Specializes in technical writing

    Job Requirements and Qualifications:· Bachelor’s degree, preferably in technical writing, linguistics, or a related discipline.· Minimum 5 years’ experience writing technical documentation.Additional InformationShortlisted candidates will be requested to submit samples of their written work and to complete a brief exercise relevant to the work of this position before interviews are conducted directly.

    A leading Financial Organization in Qatar. More

  • IFS – Human Capital – Learning and Development Consulting Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people.- You’ll help our local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.- Our Talent and Performance team helps identify key talent value drivers specific to our business and focus on metrics based assessments of our talent management and talent drivers and identifying skills, roles, and people required to deliver our business strategy.- You’ll focus on enhancing performance management within PwC to offer benefits that are critically appealing to our employees which include career paths with a variety of opportunities, differentiated reward and recognition outcomes, and a culture of high performance and real-time feedback.- 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 Manager, 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:- Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.- Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.- Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.- Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.- Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.- Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm’s/client’s expectations.- Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.- Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.- Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.- Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.
    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.
    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.
    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.
    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.
    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

  • Senior HR Executive | Housekeeping Co

    Employment: Full Time

    • Responsible for overall HR & Payroll process, and ensuring the timely and accurate administration of employee compensation in accordance with established policies and within the required turnaround times.Requirements:• HRIS Administration• Payroll Administration• Employee Welfare & Conflict Management.• On-boarding Process.• Manage the team of 5 HR Professional (PRO/ Visa Specialist/ HRIS Administrator).• Oversee the implementation, entry and use of the HR System.• Implement HR policies and procedures and promote a positive employee relations environment.• Assist employees with work matters, career development, personal problems and industrial matters;• Liaising with a wide range of people involved in policy areas such as staff performance, attendance, accommodation, employees welfare, employees relations, on-boarding, immigration (new workers visa).Payroll Process:• Responsible for the whole Payroll process for designated companies/business units.• Entry and follow-up of employees’ deductions, loans, additions, commissions, unpaid leaves.• Check if all new comers have been entered in the system.• Check coherence of staff allocation in the payroll versus budgets, division feedback ,etc.• Calculate the final dues for leavers or transferred employees in accordance with local laws and Group’s policies and procedures.• Check accuracy of information in final payroll report.• Process and issue employee monthly pay slips, and ensure their distribution to the employees.• Prepare monthly salary entries and provision in accordance with accounting standards and principles and each BU’s requirements.

    • Bachelor’s Degree in HR or other related field.• Relevant 5-7 years’ experience in HR Management role with a proven track record of achievements in the HR field at a reputable organization..• Excellent command of English language.• HR System user experience is preferable• Location : based in Dubai

    The Housekeeping Co was established in 2011, and pioneered the way ahead for industry change in the domestic service and commercial cleaning industry.
    Expert in securing safe corridors for migrant domestic workers, and has published an industry guideline: Domestic Workers Classification (job classification and salary scale), specific to the UAE and GCC. The company offers foreign domestic workers on-going training and development. Pioneering education via technology and web-based platforms, and also offers native language speakers to give a one-one teaching in the privacy of their residences.
    Sponsoring families rely on the Housekeeping Co to navigate their way ethically in recruitment and management of their foreign domestic worker. The Housekeeping Co. has positively changed the lives of the foreign domestic workers in offering them transparency of placement, employment contract. The ongoing training and developing ensures up-skilling their qualifications. More

  • HR Performance Management and Compensation Specialist | RecruitME

    Employment: Full Time

    • Performance Management and Mentoring• Main point of contact / expert on performance management for employees• Lead performance management process and system management, oversight and improvements• Direct interface with the staffing specialist with regards to performance and development of ME employees• Allocation of mentors and support of mentorship program• Work closely with the global talent and HRIS team on system enhancements• Lead the organization of biannual performance reviews end-to-end• Manage process and timelines• Consolidate performance documents to mentors and Talent Committee,• Prepare Review sessions and provide valuable input to Committee prior, during and after review sessions• Support the election process and coordinate the administration and organization of the kick-off, mid-cycle and final session• Lead the ME talent processes in close coordination with the global functions,• Lead the coordination and organization of performance reviews• Review job descriptions and promotion requests.• Work closely with regional HRD and functional (group) leaders on approvals to coordinate the Reward Program• Support HRM and HRD in any additional talent related topics• Professional Development and training• Manages professional development plan and budget• Ensures delivery of existing training courses and assist in evaluating new courses against training needs analysis.• Organize and coordinate local training events• Works with the global L&D team to align on training needs and opportunities• Work together with department heads and to set up development program• Compensation and Benefits strategy• Lead the renewal of health insurance and life insurance with negotiation of rate and cover• Lead the annual benchmarking and mapping of our compensation and benefits framework across ME units• Lead bonus and salary increase strategy and implementation• Review MS compensation structure, market adjustments, promotion benchmarking and bonus allocation

    The Candidate that we are looking for will:• Be currently based in UAE• Working at an international professional services firm preferably a management consultancy or law firm• Have 6+ years of work experience in the HR department of a professional services firm specializing in performance review management, L&D and compensation analysis.• Have managed a professional development budget• Have conducted benchmarking analysis• Have near native English written and spoken skills• Have proven analytical skills• Have strong understanding of HR processes• Have high level service orientation• Have the ability to manage sensitive issues professionally• Have sound decision making capabilities• Have the ability to gain the trust and confidence of all employees

    RecruitME are a specialized recruitment consultancy supplying top tier business support staff to Dubais leading multinational organizations. We carefully source, screen and select only the very best candidates to assist our clients in making easier recruitment decisions faster.
    Differentiating ourselves from standard recruitment agencies our consultants have been carefully chosen for their backgrounds in business support for leading multinational organizations. Having been both the client and the candidate previously, we have an insiders understanding of the recruitment process and our clients needs.
    What we do:
    Specializing in business support positions we can assist in introducing a small selection of experienced administration, finance and human resource candidates with the relevant experience to benefit your business. Our careful screening process ensures that we have met with and can give a concise overview of each candidates skills and current situation before you meet them.
    We pride ourselves on sending our clients only the very best available candidates in the market to ensure a simplified, hassle free and timely recruitment experience for all involved. More

  • IFS – HC – Tax Recruitment Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people. You’ll focus on helping the local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.It takes talented people to support the largest professional services organisation in the world. Our Recruiting team works to identify and attract talent for PwC. You’ll focus on engaging the most qualified candidates by building relationships with job seekers and candidates, while understanding the dynamic hiring needs of each business. Our team actively recruits for full time employees at all levels, from experienced to executive, as well as fixed term, contingent, and flexible talent and supports the internal movement process between roles.The Tax & Legal Regional Recruitment Manager is responsible for supporting the recruitment of experienced hires and graduates across all business units for the Tax and Legal line of Service. They provide a quality in-house recruitment service to stakeholders and a quality candidate experience and ensuring that our employer branding is positively promoted at all times.Financial- Reports recruitment information & statistics to key internal clients, for the purpose of tracking cost, time & source of hire and to keep them informed of progress on recruitment- Ensures that cost efficient options are explored for interviewing candidatesCustomer- Finalise and create job descriptions/profiles with Partners and Directors- Develop and promote the PwC people value proposition within recruitment- Keep up to date with any changes in business needs and change in market conditions- Support firmwide strategy to continuously increase diversity through improved recruitment practices across the region- Build and maintain strong and sustainable business relationships and networksInternal Process- Source experienced candidates from multiple sources, manage and maximise talent pipelines liaising with PwC Recruitment teams in other locations to share information and minimize duplication of effort- Interview and test candidates using the standard competency based recruitment model and employing psychometric testing within selection- Manage the end to end recruitment process in line with Global PwC standards and metrics- Collects data for recruitment reporting needs in a timely mannerLearning and Growth- Support improvements in the HC Operating model, specifically the increased delivery of standardized services.- Looks for areas of continuous improvement across the Recruitment & Global Mobility function- Identifying external trends in D&I, integrating into a recruitment strategy and recognising best practice which will increase diversity among the workforce- Promote collaboration, trust and improvement between team members and across the People Team- Work on specific projects related to HR initiatives as assigned

    Education- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology or Business Management is an advantage- Professional Human Resources certification or Recruitment qualifications is an advantage (i.e CIPD, Level A/B Psychometric Testing)Language- Fluency in spoken and written English, proficiency in Arabic is an advantageOverall Experience- 8+ years of recruitment experience- Professional Services and / or Big 4 expertise and knowledge is essential- Experience sourcing candidates within professional services experience, internationally as well as across the Middle East is essential- Experience and proficiency in recruitment technology is essentialSpecific Experience- Prior work experience in a professional Services and/ or Big 4 firm- Knowledge and experience of the Middle East Region is an advantageKnowledge and Skills- Experience and expertise of selection techniques including competency based interviewing and designing and running assessment centres is essential- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills- Strong customer service orientation with ability to use patience and diplomacy to handle issues

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.
    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.
    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.
    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.
    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.
    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More