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    Strategy Associate | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    EY Parthenon Strategy – Associate – RiyadhCompetitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. EY- Parthenon Strategy is a leading advisory organization focused on big-picture strategy consulting, spanning areas that include coming up with long-term strategy roadmaps, market entry & expansion strategy, and growth strategy. We are committed to combining our unconventional thinking with our clients’ smarts to deliver actionable strategies. The opportunity In today’s complex business landscape, creativity has become a necessary ingredient for sustained success. EY-Parthenon has an ideal balance of strengths that combines deep sector and local expertise with top notch analytical and executional capabilities in addition to intimate client relationships, proven processes, and a progressive spirit. We are looking for seasoned strategy professionals to join our rapidly growing team in MENA at the Analyst level. As part of EY Parthenon Strategy, you will have the opportunity to deliver projects that make a strong impact on the region and develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. Your key responsibilities – As an Analyst in the strategy consulting practice, you will be a key participant in work streams and engagements as you translate client needs into project tasks and deliverables. – You will work closely with clients to define the objective and scope of the engagements and deliverables in consultation with your seniors. – You can expect to spend most of your time working on strategy-related projects which include (but not limited to): long-term strategy roadmaps, growth strategy, market entry & expansion strategy, go-to-market strategy, business-wide digital transformation projects, commercial due diligence, and greenfield projects. – Your clients may include global corporates, governments and public entities, family conglomerates, and sovereign wealth funds . The EY-Parthenon Strategy team typically works directly with C-Suite executives on their strategic and transaction decisions.

    Skills and attributes for success As a strategy consulting professional, you should be able to: – Develop business strategies using tools such as market analysis, customer research, macroeconomic forecasting, and portfolio optimization. – Review transaction rationale and/or deal documents to identify critical business issues and risks relating to a proposed transaction. – Collect, analyse, and translate large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data into realistic plans, goals, and actionables. To qualify for the role you must have: – At minimum, a bachelor’s degree from a top ranking school with outstanding academic performance, and at least 1 to 2 years of experience, ideally within a consulting practice. – Ability to make detailed assessments of industries, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities. – Proficiency in the English language, including the ability to listen, understand, read and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in a professional environment. – Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines. – Willingness and ability to travel within the MENA region, when necessary (approximately 25-50% of time). Ideally, you’ll also have: – MBA or Masters from a top tier business school. – Prior experience with a particular focus on client advisory or strategic planning within a professional services or similar environment. – Excellent problem solving, project management, facilitation and interpersonal skills. – Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. – Full fluency in Arabic, both written and spoken. What we look for We are looking for candidates who have a strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis and the ability to link business strategy to performance. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients’ goals. 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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    Information Security Assurance Lead | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    You will report into the Head of IS Assurance, and be responsible for managing the Information security technology control review, monitoring and providing assurance. You will ensure that the right information security technology control environment is in alignment with the information security strategy and policies that is adequately integrated with the business and technology requirements and components.Client DetailsA leading company with an experienced security function investing heavily in talent.Description* Conduct independent, analytical IT reviews and validations in critical areas, using specialist industry and technical skills, with the objective of providing assurance on risk and controls, and advising on prioritization of Assurance actions.* Deliver as per the assurance work programs to offer comprehensive coverage as well as defined set of Cybersecurity / IT controls to evaluate the control design/implementation effectiveness for various technologies, applications, and projects.* Draft the assurance report, follow up on responses and ensure appropriate action is taken to implement agreed recommendations.* Work with Head of IS Assurance in recommending solutions to address specific issues and risks.* Execute reviews in areas including, but not limited to: IT infrastructure; architecture; application systems, IT projects; information/cybersecurity (e.g. network, operating system, cloud, database, security incident response); disaster contingency planning; and IT processes in order to ensure that information system risks are identified and managed in an effective manner.* Ensure that documentation relating to Working Papers and in support of findings is recorded / archived appropriately for future reference.* Information Security Solution Management – Management of Information Security solutions and controls For e.g. Data Leakage Prevention, Privilege Access Management, Database security, APT, Security Forensics Solution, Change/Audit Solution, Encryption Key Management, SIEM solution etc.* Validate the information security requirements and controls related to IT Infrastructure security solutions/devices. For E.g. Mobile Device Security, Web, Email, Encryption, Dual Factor Authentication, DDoS protection, WAF, FW, IPS, AntiVirus, Proxy etc.Job Offer* Exciting hands-on role with an opportunity to work with the latest technologies* Dynamic work environment* Opportunity to work on exciting projects and lead the way for a growing cybersecurity function

    * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent experience.* At least 8 years of overall experience in information security with a focus on technology controls design, configuration, and management.* Prior experience of working with a Bank or the wider financial services industry will be highly preferred.* Hands on monitoring & control technologies & solutions like Data Leakage Prevention system, Privilege Access Management, Database security, Malware etc.* Knowledge in ISO 27001, NESA, PCI DSS, SWIFT, NIST, ENISA, Cloud Security and other security standards and regulations.

    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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    Manager – Third Party Risk Management | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    As the Manager – Third Party Risk Management, you will support the Risk Management team in conducting detailed Information Security Risk assessment for third parties and vendors, and review risk management framework, policies, and procedures.Client DetailsA leading company with an experienced security function investing heavily in talent.Description* Design, implement, and manage core Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) processes to monitor, mitigate and report on risk from third party relationships. This includes vendor risk assessments, vendor audits, vendor onboarding, vendor document refresher/review, vendor termination procedures and compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.* Perform monitoring and control as well as supervision of the organisation’s Third Party (including outsourcing and non-outsourcing) portfolio.* Drive continuous process improvement initiatives to maintain alignment with industry best practices* Support maintenance of a complete up to date Third Party register* Review information related to current information security vulnerabilities across the group by reviewing security/vulnerabilities assessments and penetration testing reports.Job Offer* Exciting hands-on role with an opportunity to work with the latest technologies.* Dynamic work environment.* Opportunity to work on exciting projects and lead the way for a growing a cybersecurity function.

    * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent experience.* At least 8 years of overall experience in information security, third party security, vendor risk management, cloud security or related fields such as audit, IT Security.* Experience in the information security risk management life cycle, vulnerability assessment, application security, penetration testing.* Strong understanding of cloud computing and security with exposure to cloud security tools and configurations.* Experience of working in a banking or financial services organisation.* Experience with RCSA and control testing and maintaining and managing GRC solutions.* CISSP, CRISC, CISA certifications are preferred. Cloud security certifications are an added advantage.

    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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    Data Privacy Manager – Legal Background | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    You will be part of a newly-formed Data Privacy function, reporting into the Data Protection Officer to assist the business with understanding the data privacy basics and facilitating the support required in business for contract negotiation and contractual drafting, as well as interpretation of data privacy law, where required.Client DetailsA leading company with an experienced security function investing heavily in talent.Description* Advising business and other internal clients on data privacy related matters, including but not limited to compliance, governance, policies and procedures.* Reviewing and guiding business on completing and updating data flow maps, systems registers, and personal data inventories.* Completing data privacy impact assessments through consultation with business and other internal clients.* Supporting and enabling business to achieve their objectives through pragmatic solutions whilst complying with legislative and policy requirements.* Interpreting the local and international legislative and legal requirements into language that is understandable for business.* Creating and delivering data privacy awareness and training material* Identifying and documenting data privacy risks identified in business/other internal clients and assisting with appropriately managing the risk.* Developing the data privacy blueprint/standard operating procedures for the group and facilitating the implementation of these control requirement with Business and other internal clients.* Negotiating data privacy clauses, etc with third parties where this is required, in compliance with internal engagement processes.* Assist with the co-ordination of data privacy breaches whether emanating from third parties or internally.* Assist the compliance team with creating a compliance and assurance plan to review data privacy controls that are implemented within the business and other internal clients.* Facilitating and appropriately responding to data subject requests as these are received.* Monitoring developments in local and international data privacy laws and regulations and determining the impact to the organisation.* Maintaining technical expertise by keeping abreast of developments in data privacy, participating in industry forums and undertaking continual training and development.Job Offer* Exciting hands-on role with an opportunity to work with the latest technologies* Dynamic work environment* Opportunity to work on exciting projects and lead the way for a growing data privacy function

    * Bachelor’s degree in Law or similar field, or equivalent experience.* Detailed knowledge on the OECD data privacy principles and their application.* Prior experience of working with a Bank or the wider financial services industry will be highly preferred.* Professional certifications such as CIPP, CISA, CIPM, CIPT, ITIL (F) is highly preferred.* Understanding of the data lifecycle from creation through to disposal.* Expertise drafting and negotiating data privacy agreements and developing data privacy contractual notices.

    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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    Senior EBS Finance Functional Specialist | Vistas Global

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Incumbents in this class perform professional duties related to the review, assessment, and development of business processes. Focus is on the effective use of resources, both people and technology, in the execution of client mission. Functioning in a liaison capacity, incumbents combine business- planning expertise in Applications Domain to analyses and translate departments’ business requirements into system deployments and/or business process changes.Incumbents act as a change agent to help facilitate effective deployments / modifications to current business process at QFROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:• Defines and documents customer business functions and processes.• Consults with functional unit management and personnel to identify, define and document business needs and objectives, current operational procedures, problems, input and output requirements, and levels of systems access.• Acts as a liaison between departmental end?users, technical analysts, information technology analysts, consultants and other governmental organizations in the analysis, design, configuration, testing and maintenance of case management systems to ensure optimal operational performance.• Analyzes the feasibility of, and develops requirements for, new systems and enhancements to existing systems; ensures the system design fits the needs of the users.• Tracks and fully documents change for functional and business specifications; writes detailed universally understood procedures for permanent records and for use in training.• Identifies opportunities for improving business processes through information systems and/or non?system driver changes; assists in the preparation of proposals to develop new systems and/or operational changes.• Reads and interprets case management systems and functional technical literature and translates in terms understandable to the end ?users.• Plans, organizes and conducts business process reengineering/improvement projects and/or management reviews of court ?wide significant or specific to a court division. (Examples are projects requiring strategic analysis of an entire process or operating area where specific issues or items to be corrected, examined or recommended have not been identified. Recommended solutions should be developed in consultation with impacted internal and external stakeholders but should remain objective and independent of the specific stakeholders.)• Researches and prepares statistical reports using data from court computer systems and internal surveys. Consolidates information into cohesive and understandable correspondence or other written form for use in management decision? making.• Assists in developing an overall change management strategy f or the court.• Conducts change impact analysis to assess the potential implications of changes and documents court business rules, functions and requirements.• Participates in user acceptance testing and testing of new system functionality.• Provides technical assistance in training, mentoring, and coaching professional and technical staff.• Develops training curriculum and conducts formal training sessions covering assigned systems module.• Directs or participates in studies of new and existing programs and special projects to determine feasibility, resolve problems including organizational, procedural, technical and fiscal research and analysis; develops policy and procedures to improve efficiency, cost ?effectiveness, and/or improve internal and external customer service; develops information system documentation to support efficient court operations; prepares reports and written findings and recommendations; and monitors changes.• Provides work direction to one or more technical or clerical staff or acts as a team lead on designated projects or assignments

    EXPERIENCE:• 11+ Years relevant experience as Financial Solution Analyst• Delivering at least 8 Enterprise level Projects including at least one involving legacy systems• Must have implementation experience in GCC region.• Experience in implementation of VAT (eBus Tax) in complex environment specially i Service Industry. Experience of GCC will be added advantage.• Experience with UML. Knowledge of design patterns.• Experience with Enterprise Applications like ERP specially Oracle Financials R12 and integration with other modules of R12.• Worked on large integration of Oracle R12 with Third party software’s projects.• Have experience on Business Process Reengineering (BPR) and have ability to convert into ERP• Oracle Certified Finance profession• PMP or Charted accounting and another project related certification will be a plusEDUCATION :• Bachelor degree or above in Finance or related technical field.SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:• Elicit and clearly document business and systems requirements• Maintain a high level of professionalism in communication, coordination, providing work leadership, training, and other high- level interactions• Demonstrated ability to handle the most complex situations• Strong project management, ability to successfully manage multiple tasks at any given point, strong relationship building skills & communication skills• Ability to communicate technical and business problems in a non- technical manner• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a dynamic and high -pressure environment• Proven ability to deliver tasks on- time and adherence to deadlines• Proficiency with MS Office applications• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to present to senior managers• Proven ability to apply clear critical thinking in complex, stressful situations

    Vistas Global is a diversified group of businesses with interests in technology (Vistas Global WLL, Momenta WLL), human capital, media (Vistas Media ME-FZ LLC), digital, food & beverage (Nushi, Haagen Dazs, Caliburger, Kamats), engineering (Vistas Security, Vistas Engineering) and real estate.

    The group was founded by Suraj Thampi, an entrepreneur who pioneered the business process outsourcing concept in the Middle East in 1998. Having successfully built and sold three companies previously, Vistas is now his fourth venture in the region. In a short period of time, Vistas has emerged as one of the largest professional service companies in the region, employing over 1,300 people across 5 continents, 8 Offices and 5 Time Zones. More

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    Cloud Platform Seller | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.Your Role and Responsibilities * Drive Cloud platform Sales across his/her territory, including pipeline generation, customer workshop, utilization follow up, Partners recruitment and support, * Drive key customer engagement ensuring full understanding for our offering and help customers to utilize it, * Develop strong, productive relationships across peer organization that further our business objectives * Manage complex projects and programs while demonstrating exceptional business judgement * Demonstrated competency in the areas of group collaboration, analytical thinking and strategy * Work with local partners to grow IBM market share * Working with local and global SI to utilize IBM cloud platform in their projects * Increase Redhat openshift awareness and usage as the recommended multicloud development platform * Help to define broader market development themes, strategies and mental models for incubation and innovation.* Help drive enable the team to drive new market development efforts in emerging areas by working with leaders across different line of services and Sales within IBM.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise * 5 – 10 years of experience in a customer facing sales role, preferably with large Enterprise and commercial customers, with the last 2 years at least as local experience in the same territory * Experience developing GTM plans for new offers and products * Bachelor’s degree in business, Information technology, or related field * 3-5 3 years of Sales management experiences, leading a sales team and report locally/ regionally, Cloud sales experience is a plus, * Proven Knowledge about MS Azure or AWS Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise * Experience working with C-Level Executives including written, presentation and verbal communications * Experience working in a multinational Organization * Experience with technology – cloud computing, SaaS, PaaS, etc – would be a plus

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Scrum Master – MuleSoft | Chalhoub Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Who we are We are a leading partner for luxury across the Middle East. With more than 600 stores, 300 brands and over 65 years of experience in the region, we have become a major player in the beauty, fashion and gift sectors, by offering service excellence to our partners and delighting all our customers. We are moving fast from a traditional distributor and retailer for luxury in the Middle East, to a hybrid retailer bringing luxury experiences to the fingertips of customers everywhere. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Scrum Master to join a leading retail group in the middle east, working as part of the Technology team. The candidate will work in the Mulesoft integration engineering team to guide the development of Mulesoft services for products in the team which include Salesforce, OMS, WMS, ERP and any other technology platforms in the enterprise. This role includes working with senior stakeholders within the business to understand customer requirements and plan the portfolio of delivery accordingly. What you will be doing – Partner with the delivery teams to create lead and inspire their products – Work closely with stakeholders and project owners to collect business objectives and requirements to clearly define, document and scope products, projects and initiatives – Establish project timelines and matrices, determine assignments and follow up to ensure that obstacles are mitigated, and progress is on-going – Ensure that planning meetings, daily updates, customer reviews and retrospective meetings are held consistently and are run effectively – Facilitate internal team coordination, mitigating blocks and achieving results from other teams and vendors – Work to overcome obstacles to success and build collaborative relationships with other teams – Create backlogs in Jira, functional specifications, workflows and document requirement changes – Work across departments to ensure that all stakeholders have input into the final product – Lead project status meetings and provide project status updates – Assist the Technical Lead Architect in determining best practices for team resource planning and utilization – Triage related production support incidents and implement solutions to common issues. – Build and maintain detailed documentation for the services and processes – Modify/update documentation prepared by others – Be able to function under tight deadlines – Work with 3rd parties and offshore development teams to deliver changes to the services and products

    What you’ll need to succeed – Experience in Scrum agile methodology is a must – Experience in Mulesoft is preferred – 3+ years of experience in Agile project management overseeing the management and implementation of customer facing solutions such as web sites, mobile, web applications, or enterprise software – 2+ years in analyst or technical writer role writing requirements, managing changes to requirements, creating user guides and training materials as well as release notes – Detail-oriented with excellent organization, communication and follow-up skills – Demonstrated experience in working with vendor/professional services engagements – Excellent presentation and communication skills and ability to speak to senior level clients – Knowledge of the entire SDLC process is required and Agile methodologies – Critical thinking and multi-tasking skills are a must – Must be proficient in English for reading/writing and conversation – Experience in the development of process and procedure documentation, user guides and training materials – Expert knowledge of Jira or alternative Agile tooling – Experience in a fast-paced Agile environment – Ability to be self-driven and execute projects with minimal management oversight – Certificate in Agile Scrum Master a plus What we can offer you With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day. We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.

    The Chalhoub Group is the leading partner for luxury across the Middle East since 1955. As an expert in retail, distribution and marketing services based in Dubai, the group has become a major player in the fashion, beauty and gift sectors regionally.

    By blending its Middle East expertise and intimate knowledge of luxury, Chalhoub Group is building brands in the region, by offering service excellence to all its partners and a unique experience to its customers through its passionate teams.

    With a growing workforce of more than 9,000 people, implemented in 14 countries, as well as the operating of over 470 retail outlets, the group’s success is attributed to its most valued asset of highly skilled and dedicated teams. Professionalism and passion are what fuel the Chalhoub Group’s competitive edge in today’s market.

    By being committed to implementing sustainable practices into their business, the Chalhoub Group has been awarded in 2013 the CSR Label from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce. More

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    Account Technical Leader | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.Your Role and Responsibilities Account Technical Leader works hand-in-hand with the client to build and execute an IBM Client Technical Strategy (CTS) that is based on the client’s business and technical challenges, strategies, and priorities. The Account Technical Leader is responsible for showcasing IBM and IBM Technology to the client. They have a deep and strong POV and are the leading advocate for the Technology Decision Points. Through the Client Technical Strategy and the Technology Decision Points, they land and expand the IBM Sales Plays in support of winning Hybrid Cloud Platform. They are the leader of the technical POV and technical engagement with the client. – Direct leadership and ownership of the client experience of IBM Technology. – Defining client use cases from their CTS, engaging the customer on co-creation, defining the architecture, and engaging IBM Client Engineering and CSM directly with the client for Workshops, MVPs, and deployment – Direct engagement with IBM Labs and Research to showcase innovation, technology roadmaps, product feedback, etc. – Fostering direct relationships with developers, researchers, support resources with our clients- Strategic Innovation; Influences the client’s innovation agenda, bringing an outside-in perspective and recommending disruptive technologies and approaches to scale new value capture- Industry and technology Expertise; Deep understanding of the industry trends and industry architectures and stays current on IBM technology, strategy and offerings in the industry

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise – Strong Software Architecture Skills with a POV on Technology Decision Points – Commands respect through current technique skills (e.g., Garage method, DevOps, Design Thinking) – Consultative selling skills – Deep skills in Data, AI, Automation, Security etc solutions – Strong inter-personal, networking and relationship building skills for deep client relationships with key IT influencers – Industry knowledge sufficient to translate the client strategy into IBM initiatives – Understand how to lead, coordinate, and leverage Technical resources: – Technical pre-sales to drive demand and deal progression – Client Engineering to drive demand – CSMs to drive deployment and consumption Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise – TOGAF certification – MNC experience

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More