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  • Compliance Officer | QS Quest

    Employment: Full Time

    My client is a reputable and growing Investment Group who require a Compliance Officer for their head office in Riyadh. Candidates should have a bachelors degree and 1-2 years of experience in Compliance.
    Salary:SAR 12,000 to 14,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.Additional benefits: + medical + tickets + holiday

    My client is looking for candidates from a Capital Market Authority (CMA) registered company or similar financial institution (not Banking). This is a fantastic opportunity for a junior professional to enhance their career with a rapidly growing investment based group in the Kingdom.Must have 1-2 years experience.Please apply for more details.

    QS Quest Ltd – Your Middle East Recruitment Partner
    QS Quest Ltd are a niche Recruitment Consultancy specialising in the placement of Construction & Engineering professionals into the Middle East. We deliver end to end recruitment for both client and candidate, with the ability to identify key Construction & Engineering professionals from all nationalities.
    With a detailed knowledge of the local Middle East market, we have a proven track record of sourcing and delivering key staff for some of the regions most recognised Construction & Engineering projects.
    Geographical areas covered are: Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, Oman. Bahrain and Iran. More

  • Relationship Manager – Italian – FDI Specialist | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    The FDI desk is part of a network of over 10 such desks spread across the world. In Dubai, our client is seeking to recruit a Relationship Manager whose main objective will be to liaise with UHNW and Institutional clients across the GCC and support Direct Investment into Italy – a minimum of 5 years’ recent GCC experience in an institutional coverage role is therefore a pre-requisite for this role.Client DetailsOur client is an Italian governmental entity which promotes the internationalization of the Italian companies and also attracts Foreign Direct Investment into Italy, in line with the strategies of the Ministry of Economic Development.DescriptionThe objective of the role is to primarily support the UAE and wider GCC countries direct investment in Italy, and secondarily strengthen awareness of Italian business and the regulatory environment. The primarily role will therefore include:* Managing the full cycle of the investment attraction: from potential lead screening, through initial qualification and to connection* Enhancing and developing a full range of relations with local entrepreneurs, top corporate officers, highly qualified professionals specialized in FDI strategies, and any other influential people able to generate prospects and leads;* Working closely and collaboratively with the wider office in Dubai, and the Rome headquarters, also with local authorities and businesses in order to identify potential investment opportunities and investors in the following investment sectors: greenfield, brownfield/ expansion in Italy of existing investments, mergers & acquisitions, real estate investments, etc.* Supporting potential investors with qualified information and assisting them, in coordination with the Rome Headquarters;* Monitoring investors’ activities in Italy and maintaining relations.Deadline to apply: 13th August 2020, 5PMJob Offer* High profile role, fixed monthly remuneration

    * The preferred candidate for this role will be a fluent Italian speaker with 7+ years’ of experience in financial services/ real estate investment and development/ private equity/ or in a similar role in the public or private sector – this role will have been in coverage/ origination/ business development and not the back-office.The candidate will therefore:* Have 7+ years’ of experience in financial services real estate investment and development/ private equity/ or in a similar role in the public or private sector – this role will have been in coverage/ origination/ business development* Have a minimum of 5 years’ recent GCC work experience; will currently be a resident of the UAE* Be bilingual – fluent Italian and English speaker who is a strong communicator* Have a consolidated background in finance/ investment and an educated understanding of investment flows* Have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree* Be able to work collaboratively with the local team and the Rome headquarter* Be motivated to work with an Italian governmental entity* Be open to regional/ international travel as per role requirement

    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

  • Corporate Restructuring – Senior Manager | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Senior Manager within our Corporate Restructuring practice, you will help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. Our team of strategic advisors sits at the heart of a global team of restructuring specialists who deliver high quality advice to our clients.The OpportunityOur global network of corporate restructuring professionals helps clients develop financial and operational strategies to improve liquidity, credit availability and shareholder return. Furthermore, our team is fully integrated both within our wider Strategy and Transactions practice and our firm as a whole, enabling our clients to reap the benefits of this broad range of knowledge, skills and experience.We work on the basis of creating long-term relationships with our clients and our teams work closely with them to understand their short and long-term goals, allowing us to effectively identify problems and recommend and implement solutions that deliver measurable results.Your key responsibilities:- As a Senior Manager, you will lead several engagements to help clients evaluate capital options, capture greater transaction value and achieve strategic objectives – whether they are buying or selling a distressed asset, restructuring a business, dealing with under performance, or looking to improve cash management.- You will work to prepare comprehensive financial reviews of the client’s operations, attend legal proceedings, engage in judicial management, support liquidation processes as well as advise clients on corporate risk management issues.- In addition, you will manage transaction admin and QRM compliance including assisting in managing the financial aspects of engagements by resource planning, tracking fees and communicating issues to project leaders.- You will also play a vital role in strengthening our relationships with our existing clients, and leverage your network to develop new relationships in the market.- As a leader, you will manage and develop junior members of the team as well as counsel them in their professional growth.

    Skills and attributes for success:- Excellent project management capabilities: you will be an integral part of leading project teams comprised of colleagues from across the SAT sub service lines.- Strong business and commercial drive: you will be working in a fast-paced, exciting environment that will test your business acumen in order to drive value to our clients.- Experience in business development: you are expected to assist in pursuing business for the firm which may include preparing presentations and attending client meetings.- You will also contribute to our practice development initiatives, supporting the continued focus on developing our teams and building a great place to work.Passion for learning:- You will have the opportunity to learn and develop your technical and personal skills in order to achieve your career goals through a blend of structured learning, coaching and experience.Strong relationship building:- You will need to forge strong working relationships with senior clients which may involve influencing, advising and supporting key decision makers.To qualify for the role you must have:- As a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 7 years of related work experience.- Strong banking, finance and accounting skills.- Aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis and the ability to synthesize findings and link them to client issues.- Strong numerical skills, with evidence of advanced financial modelling skills and proficiency in detailed financial analysis.- Commitment to staying at the cutting edge of knowledge in focused industries.- Experience of managing relevant transactions and presenting findings to clients.- Excellent command of spoken and written English.- Excellent problem solving, facilitation and interpersonal skills.- Flexibility to travel in the region (approximately 25 to 50% of the time).Ideally, you’ll also have- The ability to work under high pressure and adapt to a dynamic working environment.- Good background and knowledge of Islamic finance.- Client facing experience from a professional services background.- Fluency in Arabic both written and spoken.What we look forWe’re interested in talented professionals with the ability to visualize our clients’ goals and think creatively to facilitate them – often in politically charged environments. We are looking for an energetic, lateral thinker with an enquiring mind, and someone who can display a high level of commercial acumen. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges, this role is for you.What working at EY offersWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, we offer:- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career within a dedicated financial due diligence practice in a Big 4 firm.- A clear unified strategic focus across the team, with emphasis on taking an entrepreneurial approach to work.- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most recognized and engaging colleagues in the industry.- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.About EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory 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 apply 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.
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    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

  • Head of Asset Management | QS Quest

    Employment: Full Time

    My client is a reputable Private Banking / Wealth Management investment firm located in Riyadh, and they require an experienced Head of Asset Management.Candidates should have the following:10-15 years’ experience in one or more areas of Asset Management in regional or international institutions with at least 5 years in a senior managerial position.? Good knowledge of / exposure to the MENA markets.? Fluent in English and Arabic? Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills (both verbal and written communication skills)? Proven strong leadership skills.? Extensive experience in liaising with professional external clients and regulators.? Comprehension of investment vehicles and the ability to gather and interpret research from various sources.? Expertise in trading both quantitatively and fundamentally driven strategies.CME-1 is required
    Salary:SAR 45,000 to 50,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.Additional benefits: + standard benefits

    10-15 years experience in Asset Management withing My client is a reputable Private Banking / Wealth Management investment firm located in Riyadh, and they require an experienced Head of Asset Management.Candidates should have the following:10-15 years’ experience in one or more areas of Asset Management in regional or international institutions with at least 5 years in a senior managerial position.? Good knowledge of / exposure to the MENA markets.? Fluent in English and Arabic? Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills (both verbal and written communication skills)? Proven strong leadership skills.? Extensive experience in liaising with professional external clients and regulators.? Comprehension of investment vehicles and the ability to gather and interpret research from various sources.? Expertise in trading both quantitatively and fundamentally driven strategies.CME-1 is required

    QS Quest Ltd – Your Middle East Recruitment Partner
    QS Quest Ltd are a niche Recruitment Consultancy specialising in the placement of Construction & Engineering professionals into the Middle East. We deliver end to end recruitment for both client and candidate, with the ability to identify key Construction & Engineering professionals from all nationalities.
    With a detailed knowledge of the local Middle East market, we have a proven track record of sourcing and delivering key staff for some of the regions most recognised Construction & Engineering projects.
    Geographical areas covered are: Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, Oman. Bahrain and Iran. More

  • Day Trader | Robert Half

    Employment: Full Time

    The CompanyA DIFC company is looking for a Day Trader to join their team in Dubai. They are expanding the trading floor in which the traders work in teams to seek out and profitably equities, futures and options trades.The Role* Must have a proven track record of over 40% annually. The job responsibilities will include disciplined, risk management, researching new prospects and executing hedge trades.* The responsibilities will also consist of creating market reports, running and using the firm’s proprietary trading systems, and post trade follow up requiring an understanding of deeper market structure.* We provide motivated and dedicated individuals the opportunity to trade the FOREX, NASDAQ, and NYSE markets on a proprietary platform in a professional environment with optimal liquidity and the most competitive rates.

    * You will be provided with a world-class trading workstation complete with strategies, templates, indicators, expert advisors, dashboard, analytics, web portal, automation technologies, high-frequency trading algorithms, machine learning software, proprietary systems and more.* We are confident you will find our Trading Systems second to none or we will compensate you for pointing out or referring to us anything superior that we can incorporate into ours that we don’t already have or improved on.* What we have developed no one on the market currently possesses and you will have an edge.* Learn at an accelerated rate.* No wasted time or effort. Acquire the most in-demand skills in the industry.

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

  • Senior Wealth Manager | Gulf Connexions

    Employment: Full Time

    Responsibilities• Acquisition of new client relationships with a focus on high net worth and institutional clients.• Participate in the placement of investment products.• Maintain a good knowledge of economic developments and fiscal policies in the local, regional and international markets.• Develop and maintain a master client database for current and potential clients & ensure completeness of client information and documents.• Work with other departments to ensure all client needs and requests are met.

    Requirements• Relevant higher educational and professional background.• 10 years of professional working experience within wealth management, private banking, business development & placement role.• Proven track record in client acquisition and retention within the KSA market.• Demonstrated adaptability, flexibility, and willingness to work in a changing environment.• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills• Sound knowledge of global financial markets and current affairs• Self-motivated and driven• Exceptional influencing and negotiation skills.• This role is open to Saudi nationals.• Applications will be considered if you have the relevant experience and your skill set match those required and stipulated within the advert text.Applications will be considered if you have the relevant experience and your skill set match those required and stipulated within the advert text.

    Gulf Connexions Group is the regions leading specialist recruitment consultancy providing a wealth of local and international expertise and in-depth market intelligence for its blue-chip clients and candidates.
    Contact our consultants directly for your specialist recruitment requirements. For candidates searching for job opportunities and requiring informed career advice, Gulf Connexions provides updates on the top positions available across the region.
    Headquartered in Bahrain in the heart of central business district, Gulf Connexions maintains offices in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dubai, Hong Kong, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Singapore, fully equipped with state-of-the-art database technologies. Gulf Connexions has a rigorous screening process for all prospective candidates with interviewing facilities available throughout the region.
    Gulf Connexions has the most extensive database of experienced and qualified banking candidates available for regional deployment. Gulf Connexions works closely with the region’s leading blue chip organizations providing candidates with excellent career path development and unrivaled employment opportunities. More

  • Senior Associate (Middle Office) – Fixed Income | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time Working within a huge, global organisation to execute transactions initiated by the Investment departments,including relevant post trade processes, to ensure all investment commitments made are met in an efficient and timely manner Client Details A large, global financial services organisation based in Doha, with a huge worldwide investment portfolio. Description * Conducting […] More

  • Commercial and Investment Analyst | Resource Right

    Employment: Full Time • Develop financial models and perform valuation analysis• Prepare investment materials for the team and external investors• Coordinate and keep track of all communications with all stakeholders (team members, investors, partners• Participate in the completion of due diligence in connection with potential investments, and prepare relevant materials (presentations, financials analysis)• Perform special […] More