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    Senior Data Scientist / Data Scientist – UAE National | Manpower Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    Data Scientist role in the Digital Subsurface Solutions Data Science team, who will be responsible for guiding the successful delivery of Analytic Solutions to internal customers.Location: Abu Dhabi, UAEThe Data Scientist will be responsible for designing and executing undirected research and tackling open-ended data problems related to AI, ML, predictive / analytical modeling, data mining, and research on large scale, complex data sets, using statistical, machine learning, graph modeling, text mining and other modern techniques.This individual is also responsible for collaborating with various teams and providing periodic updates through presentations and prototype demonstrations. The role will require working on multiple projects simultaneously. This position will also be involved in the formulation of key business requirements to be solved, rationalizing the various analytical approaches to solve those problems.Finally, this position is involved in helping to develop, analyze and draw conclusions, and presenting the results back to business users. Depending on the candidate’s qualification, this position can be either a Data Scientist or a Senior Data Scientist.Responsibilities:• Researches and assesses next-generation technologies for data-driven solutions• Generates innovative ideas, establishes new research directions, and shapes and executes on technical projects• Applies theoretical knowledge to solve industrial problems• Applies engineering knowledge in developing data-driven algorithms and prototypes for classification, regression, anomaly detection, failure prediction, and optimization• Works with business and engineering teams to implement robust and scalable industrial software solutions• Maintains state-of-the-art knowledge and contributes to technical discussions and reviews as an expert in related areas of responsibility• Communicates ideas, plans, and results effectively via oral and written reports – Works effectively with peers, management, operations groups, and outside organizations• Participate in technical forums and other appropriate events and conferences

    Qualifications:Essential qualifications:• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, applied science, engineering or similar disciplines with demonstrated research capability with 5+ years of relevant experience.• Demonstrated experience in developing core machine learning algorithms in professional research and development settings• Strong background in some of these listed areas: machine learning, time series analysis / sensor processing, deep learning, optimization/operations research, text analytics/NLP, computer vision• Demonstrated experience in building and applying machine learning / predictive modelling in real-world use cases• Excellent communication, verbal and written skills• Must be able to legally work in UAE. UAE candidates preferred or GCC Nationals or current UAE residents may apply.Preferred qualifications:• Excellent knowledge of developing deep learning models using tools such as TensorFlow, Keras, Pytorch, etc.• Understanding and past experience of Oil and Gas domain is a plus• Experience working with, processing and managing large data sets (multi TB scale) is preferred• Track records of past publications in relevant topics• Immediate availability is an advantage• Ability in designing distributed and parallelized algorithmsOther skills and abilities:• Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment• Strong ability to work both autonomously and in a team• Strong ability to communicate complex quantitative analysis in a clear, precise, and actionable manner to both technical and non-technical audiences• Excellent time-management, multi-tasking, and communication skills.• Capable of juggling multiple projects and related complexities at the same time• Good interpersonal and communication skills• Have a good understanding of latest technology trends for developing back end for Cloud applications

    We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.
    ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world’s most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise – 3600 offices in over 80 countries – we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.
    ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.
    Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:
    IT & Telecommunications
    Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
    Banking, Finance & Legal
    Sales & Business Development
    Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
    Human Resources & Training
    Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
    Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
    Executive Recruitment
    Emiratization Solutions
    Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
    Managed Service Provider Solutions
    Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
    Outsourced Staffing Solutions More

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    Senior Software Dev Engineer | Amazon.ae

    Employment: Full Time

    DESCRIPTIONJOB DESCRIPTIONAbout PayFort, an Amazon Company: We serve the needs of online shoppers in all Arabic speaking and surrounding countries through our trusted, secure payment network that gives everyone the opportunity to shop online safely and easily. We build trust between buyers and online sellers by enabling consumers to transact online using the payment options they prefer with complete security and peace of mind while supporting the most popular payment methods available globally. PayFort is a regional expert in payment processing technology and solutions across major markets in the GCC & Levant countries, operating in UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Jordan and Qatar.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESWe are looking for a seasoned senior developer to design/build massive scale, distributed computing solutions with focus on information security. You will be responsible for driving the team’s technical direction, strategizing and shaping our long-term vision and architecture. You will own major deliverables end-to-end, drive roadmaps, and provide technical leadership to the engineering team. If you’re excited by cloud computing, designing highly secure, scalable, fault tolerant systems, and want to be challenged by tough computer science problems, then join us.You should be someone who wants to conceive and design highly secure, scalable, and robust software to address opportunities in the payments industry through cloud computing. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in software and security engineering with focus on distributed systems, web services, and high availability production systems.Responsible for the overall development life cycle of the solution and manage complex projects:· Work with security engineers and product managers in developing a strategy and road map to provide secure solutions for our customers.· Work closely with senior engineers to develop the best technical design and approach for new product development.· Instill best practices for software development and documentation, assure designs meet requirements, and deliver high-quality work on tight schedules.· Project management – prioritization , planning of projects and features, Stakeholder management and tracking of external commitments· Operational Excellence – monitoring & operation of production services

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS· 7+ years of professional software development experience with at least one modern language such as Java, C++, or C# including object-oriented design· 2+ years of experience contributing to security in architecture and design (data flow, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of existing and new systems· Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field· Excellent problem-solving abilities and object-oriented design skills· Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environmentPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS· Masters Degree in Computer Science or related field· 10+ years of experience designing and implementing web services with active experience in security engineering· Prior knowledge of payment processing, network security and anti-fraud systems· Experience building and operating mission critical, highly scalable distributed systems· Demonstrated capability to provide depth and breadth technical leadership to agile teams

    Amazon.ae, formerly Souq.com, is an English-Arabic language e-commerce platform, owned by Amazon, Inc. It is the largest e-commerce platform in the Arab world. On March 28, 2017, Amazon.com Inc. confirmed it would be acquiring Souq.com for $580 million. On May 1, 2019, Souq.com became known as Amazon.ae. More

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    Senior Data Scientist / Data Scientist – Omani National | Manpower Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    Data Scientist role in the Digital Subsurface Solutions Data Science team, who will be responsible for guiding the successful delivery of Analytic Solutions to internal customers.Location: Muscat, Oman.The Data Scientist will be responsible for designing and executing undirected research and tackling open-ended data problems related to AI, ML, predictive / analytical modeling, data mining, and research on large scale, complex data sets, using statistical, machine learning, graph modeling, text mining and other modern techniques.This individual is also responsible for collaborating with various teams and providing periodic updates through presentations and prototype demonstrations. The role will require working on multiple projects simultaneously. This position will also be involved in the formulation of key business requirements to be solved, rationalizing the various analytical approaches to solve those problems.Finally, this position is involved in helping to develop, analyze and draw conclusions, and presenting the results back to business users. Depending on the candidate’s qualification, this position can be either a Data Scientist or a Senior Data Scientist.Responsibilities:• Researches and assesses next-generation technologies for data-driven solutions• Generates innovative ideas, establishes new research directions, and shapes and executes on technical projects• Applies theoretical knowledge to solve industrial problems• Applies engineering knowledge in developing data-driven algorithms and prototypes for classification, regression, anomaly detection, failure prediction, and optimization• Works with business and engineering teams to implement robust and scalable industrial software solutions• Maintains state-of-the-art knowledge and contributes to technical discussions and reviews as an expert in related areas of responsibility• Communicates ideas, plans, and results effectively via oral and written reports – Works effectively with peers, management, operations groups, and outside organizations• Participate in technical forums and other appropriate events and conferences

    Qualifications:Essential qualifications:• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, applied science, engineering or similar disciplines with demonstrated research capability with 5+ years of relevant experience.• Demonstrated experience in developing core machine learning algorithms in professional research and development settings• Strong background in some of these listed areas: machine learning, time series analysis / sensor processing, deep learning, optimization/operations research, text analytics/NLP, computer vision• Demonstrated experience in building and applying machine learning / predictive modelling in real-world use cases• Excellent communication, verbal and written skills• Must be able to legally work in Oman. Omani candidates preferred or GCC Nationals or current Oman residents may apply.Preferred qualifications:• Excellent knowledge of developing deep learning models using tools such as TensorFlow, Keras, Pytorch, etc.• Understanding and past experience of Oil and Gas domain is a plus• Experience working with, processing and managing large data sets (multi TB scale) is preferred• Track records of past publications in relevant topics• Immediate availability is an advantage• Ability in designing distributed and parallelized algorithmsOther skills and abilities:• Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment• Strong ability to work both autonomously and in a team• Strong ability to communicate complex quantitative analysis in a clear, precise, and actionable manner to both technical and non-technical audiences• Excellent time-management, multi-tasking, and communication skills. Capable of juggling multiple projects and related complexities at the same time• Good interpersonal and communication skills• Have a good understanding of latest technology trends for developing back end for Cloud applications

    We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.
    ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world’s most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise – 3600 offices in over 80 countries – we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.
    ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.
    Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:
    IT & Telecommunications
    Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
    Banking, Finance & Legal
    Sales & Business Development
    Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
    Human Resources & Training
    Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
    Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
    Executive Recruitment
    Emiratization Solutions
    Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
    Managed Service Provider Solutions
    Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
    Outsourced Staffing Solutions More

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    Senior Data Scientist / Data Scientist | Manpower Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    Data Scientist role in the Digital Subsurface Solutions Data Science team, who will be responsible for guiding the successful delivery of Analytic Solutions to internal customers.Location: Abu Dhabi, UAEThe Data Scientist will be responsible for designing and executing undirected research and tackling open-ended data problems related to AI, ML, predictive / analytical modeling, data mining, and research on large scale, complex data sets, using statistical, machine learning, graph modeling, text mining and other modern techniques.This individual is also responsible for collaborating with various teams and providing periodic updates through presentations and prototype demonstrations. The role will require working on multiple projects simultaneously. This position will also be involved in the formulation of key business requirements to be solved, rationalizing the various analytical approaches to solve those problems.Finally, this position is involved in helping to develop, analyze and draw conclusions, and presenting the results back to business users. Depending on the candidate’s qualification, this position can be either a Data Scientist or a Senior Data Scientist.Responsibilities:• Researches and assesses next-generation technologies for data-driven solutions• Generates innovative ideas, establishes new research directions, and shapes and executes on technical projects• Applies theoretical knowledge to solve industrial problems• Applies engineering knowledge in developing data-driven algorithms and prototypes for classification, regression, anomaly detection, failure prediction, and optimization• Works with business and engineering teams to implement robust and scalable industrial software solutions• Maintains state-of-the-art knowledge and contributes to technical discussions and reviews as an expert in related areas of responsibility• Communicates ideas, plans, and results effectively via oral and written reports• Works effectively with peers, management, operations groups, and outside organizations• Participate in technical forums and other appropriate events and conferences

    Preferred qualifications:• Excellent knowledge of developing deep learning models using tools such as TensorFlow, Keras, Pytorch, etc.• Understanding and past experience of Oil and Gas domain is a plus• Experience working with, processing and managing large data sets (multi TB scale) is preferred• Track records of past publications in relevant topics• Immediate availability is an advantage• Ability in designing distributed and parallelized algorithmsOther skills and abilities:• Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment• Strong ability to work both autonomously and in a team• Strong ability to communicate complex quantitative analysis in a clear, precise, and actionable manner to both technical and non-technical audiences• Excellent time-management, multi-tasking, and communication skills. Capable of juggling multiple projects and related complexities at the same time• Good interpersonal and communication skills• Have a good understanding of latest technology trends for developing back end for Cloud applicationsSchlumberger is the world’s leading provider of technology for reservoir characterization, drilling, production, and processing to the oil and gas industry. As a leading employer in our industry, Schlumberger is proud to offer a highly competitive package of base and incentive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the health, wellness and financial security of our employees and their families.Schlumberger is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

    We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.
    ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world’s most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise – 3600 offices in over 80 countries – we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.
    ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.
    Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:
    IT & Telecommunications
    Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
    Banking, Finance & Legal
    Sales & Business Development
    Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
    Human Resources & Training
    Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
    Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
    Executive Recruitment
    Emiratization Solutions
    Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
    Managed Service Provider Solutions
    Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
    Outsourced Staffing Solutions More

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    Solution Advisor Sr. Specialist – Rise with SAP S4HANA Cloud | SAP Middle East & North Africa

    Employment: Full Time

    Work Area: SalesExpected Travel: 0 – 10%Career Status: ProfessionalEmployment Type: Regular Full TimeCOMPANY DESCRIPTIONSAP started in 1972 as a team of five colleagues with a desire to do something new. Together, they changed enterprise software and reinvented how business was done. Today, as a market leader in enterprise application software, we remain true to our roots. That’s why we engineer solutions to fuel innovation, foster equality and spread opportunity for our employees and customers across borders and cultures.SAP values the entrepreneurial spirit, fostering creativity and building lasting relationships with our employees. We know that a diverse and inclusive workforce keeps us competitive and provides opportunities for all. We believe that together we can transform industries, grow economics, lift up societies and sustain our environment. Because it’s the best-run businesses that make the world run better and improve people’s lives.PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES- RISE with SAP is a Business Transformation-as-a-Service that brings together everything you need to transform your business in a Step by Step approach at your speed and terms.- RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Private Edition is a fully managed, secure cloud that offers elasticity and flexibility with subscription-based pricing, making it easy to access for companies. It includes new innovations frequently through updates and offers fast time-to-value and lower TCO. Highlights of RISE with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Private Edition:- Built on private cloud that uses the SAP HANA Platform so organizations can run core applications in the cloud.- Private cloud provides built-in operations and management capabilities, leading to much faster implementations.- Private cloud built for mission critical operations with no trade off on performance, integration, security, failover and disaster recovery.- Solution Advisor Senior Specialist will be part of SAP’s Customer Success organization and support our customers and Front Office colleagues with knowledge and engagement around how to get the best outcomes from their cloud solutionEXPECTATIONS AND TASKSThis is a Sales Support role where you will support the sales teams during the entire cycle of a RISE with SAP Cloud deal. Following are the key tasks that this role will perform:- Solution advisory for RISE with SAP Cloud solutions.- Understand customers’ business transformation requirements to the cloud to create a roadmap for the journey to the Cloud through RISE with SAP solution offerings- Leverage Hyperscalers like AWS, MS Azure, and GCP and the broader SAP partner ecosystem (GSSPs, VAR, PartnerEgde etc.) to offer the best solution and business outcome to customers.- Coordinate across multiple SAP internal teams (Product, Architects, commercial teams) to provide deal support to the Midmarket segment across Industry.- Empower Front Office colleagues and help educate customers on how to be successful within and across buying centers- Articulate our competitive advantage to customers and prospects

    EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES- Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science- Good knowledge of the SAP product portfolio, offerings and industry solutions.- Good understanding of S/4HANA Cloud solution offerings- Domain experience in one or more SAP Industry solution- Customer Focused and Flexible time for global coverage- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)- Good team playerWORK EXPERIENCE- Experience with large, multi-national software/IT organizations and with a demonstrated expertise of S/4HANA Cloud (e.g. through Solution Management, Consulting and/or pre-Sales roles)- 5+ years of customer facing experience (e.g. Functional Knowledge)- Experience engaging with SAP partner ecosystem and knowledge of their SAP Add-ons- Experience working with Field teams and in global/regional teams- Experience working in the Midmarket segmentWHAT YOU GET FROM USSuccess is what you make it. At SAP, we help you make it your own. A career at SAP can open many doors for you. If you’re searching for a company that’s dedicated to your ideas and individual growth, recognizes you for your unique contributions, fills you with a strong sense of purpose, and provides a fun, flexible and inclusive work environment – apply now .SAP’S DIVERSITY COMMITMENTTo harness the power of innovation, SAP invests in the development of its diverse employees. We aspire to leverage the qualities and appreciate the unique competencies that each person brings to the company.SAP is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities

    Headquartered in Walldorf, Germany, SAP is the world’s largest business software company with more than 51,500 employees at sales and development locations in more than 50 countries worldwide.
    Our global development approach focuses on distributing development across the world in strategically important markets. A global network of SAP Labs spanning Bulgaria, Canada, China, Germany, Hungary, India, Israel, and the United States, enables SAP to operate locally, yet organize globally.
    As the global technology research unit of SAP, SAP Research significantly contributes to SAP’s product portfolio and extends SAP’s leading position by identifying and shaping emerging IT trends through applied research and corporate venturing. SAP Research has highly skilled teams in 11 research centers worldwide. More

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    Chief Technology Officer (Delivery Services- Food & Beverage) | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    The selected candidate will be tasked to set up the Technology Function for a newly established food- delivery service as part of a new subsidiary of a Saudi based Holding Group.Client DetailsNewly established food-delivery service which is subsidiary of a Saudi based Holding Group.Description* Effective hiring practices so that they can build the right team and further the organisation’s aim.* Diplomacy skills as they negotiate what they feel is best for the company’s IT systems.* An ability to liaise well with others and source information efficiently.* Communication skills with people of all levels throughout the organisation they work for.* An ability to research and predict the ways that different technologies can impact an organisation’s development.Job OfferFantastic opportunity to be a part of a start-up organisation.

    Ideal candidate will have a great track record in:* Managing the company’s technological plans.* Overseeing data security and management.* Analysing the data mine of both customers & the supply chain* Integrate the Technology smoothly through out the organisations* including Software, Hardware, IT Security etc* Monitor KPIs and IT budgets to assess technological performance* Use stakeholder’s feedback to inform necessary improvements and adjustments to technology* Anticipate the Business’s needs.

    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

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    Assurance – Assurance Transformation – RPA Developer | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Assurance – Assurance Transformation- RPA Developer – Associate – AmmanLine of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismApplication & Emerging TechnologyManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in our Assurance Transformation Centre of Excellence practice, within Assurance Transformation Services, will provide you with the opportunity to be responsible for developing functions in PwC that support audit engagement teams and audit quality efforts. You’ll focus on enhancing our services related to data auditing, business analytics, visualisation and leveraging of analytic technologies to evaluating complex Enterprise Systems for audit and non audit services.As part of our team, you’ll work with a broad and diverse range of clients, providing you with exposure to businesses of varying sizes, industries and complexity. You’ll use cutting edge technology working virtually on various audit engagements. You’ll develop specialist Assurance knowledge and play a key role in improving the quality and efficiency of our audits and lead innovation in a range of areas, with an initial focus on pensions assets and liabilities, share based payments, and the audit of Tax.We are looking for a Full Stack and RPA developer to develop scalable software solutions and innovate and explore what is possible in the world to be automated. You will be part of a cross-functional team responsible for the entire life cycle of software development, from conception to deployment, and you will work cross-functionally with business operations and business analysts to create and optimize workflow processes. As a developer, you should feel comfortable with both front- and back-end coding languages, development frameworks and third-party libraries. You should also be a team player with a knack for visual design and utility. If you are familiar with Agile methods, we would be happy to meet you.Responsibilities- Collaborate with development teams and product managers to develop software solutions- Design client-side and server-side architecture- Structure of the front end of applications through attractive visual design- Development and management of well-functioning databases and applications- Write effective APIs- Testing software to ensure responsiveness and efficiency- Build features and applications with a mobile-responsive design- Writing technical documentation

    Requirements- Knowledge of the development of web and mobile applications- Knowledge of several frontend languages and libraries (e.g. HTML / CSS, JavaScript, React JS, Angular, TypeScript)- Knowledge of multiple back-end languages (e.g. C#, Java, Python) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, Node.js)- Familiarity with databases (e.g. MySQL, MongoDB), web servers (e.g. Apache) and UI / UX design- Excellent communication and teamwork skills- Degree in Computer Science, Statistics or relevant field- Knowledge of RPA tools (UIpath, Blue Prism) is an advantage  

    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

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    IFS – IT Project Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in Information Technology, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to support our core business functions by deploying applications that enable our people to work more efficiently and deliver the highest levels of service to our clients. You’ll focus on managing the design and implementation of technology infrastructure within PwC, developing and enhancing both client and internal facing applications within PwC, and providing technology tools that help create a competitive advantage for the Firm to drive strategic business growth.Our Information Technology Project Management team collaborates with PwC practice leaders to develop and deliver technology solutions. We provide project management oversight and collaborate with various project resources and vendors to ensure the appropriate methodology is followed, deliverable quality is high, and satisfaction is achieved. Simply put, you’ll solve business problems using technology, work with multiple teams concurrently, and be able to take pride in end to end ownership of a project.The Project Manager is a key role within the Technology team and will be responsible for leading and delivering key projects and managing the PMO activities. They will oversee the end to end delivery of projects from idea to post implementation review and benefit realisation, working in close alignment with key Technology business stakeholders across the Middle east region, Finance and central other IT Leads, cross LoS and globally as required. Projects will vary, such as: new and enhanced technology solutions aligned to the firms RiD, TT and I&G strategic pillars, establishing key BAU capabilities to enhance Tech Operations, and leading a programme of continuous improvement within the Tech PMO. The role holder will also work with the Agile Tech PMO Lead to establish and then run the PMO for Technology that will include developing the framework for project initiatives, prepare packs for the key Governance meetings, create and maintain the Tech capacity plan, defining and tracking WIP limits across the Tech teams, supporting the Business Relationship Managers and overall promoting and embedding a culture of agility and trust of Tech PMO delivery within the firm.Key Responsibilities- Manage assigned projects following the agile project framework- Ensure assigned projects are fully scoped, have a robust Business Case and key stakeholders are identified- Work closely with the IT Leads and Business Relationship Managers, Tech Comms Lead  to ensure all Business Readiness, Communications and People changes are identified, planned and delivered- Ensure required business and technical architecture assessments and analysis is undertaken for each project so there is a clear vision for the future state and the change actions required- With the Agile Tech PMO Lead, establish the PMO and the necessary governance framework and cadence- Lead on PMO activities and play a key role in the Tech enabled delivery tracking and ensuring that the construct of the projects are set up to delivery iterative value throughout the lifecycle

    Experience & personal attributes- 3 – 5 years Project Management experience having lead a diverse portfolio of people, process and technology changes- Experience of working within Transformation as either a Project Manager or PMO Manager would be highly advantageous- Previous experience of PMO set-up and PMO delivery- An adaptable individual who can comfortably take on a varied portfolio of change- Interpersonal skills and strong stakeholder engagement skills are mandatory

    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