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    Legal Counsel – 1-3 PQE | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    A diversified investment and private equity company is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide general support to the wider Legal & Compliance team on matters and projects that are handled by the team.Client DetailsMajor investment group with products in private equity, infrastructure, credit management and real estateDescription* Review of standard legal documents, such as NDAs, software agreements, memorandum of understanding, proposals, general terms and conditions, lease agreements for the offices.* Review of share purchase agreements, client program documentation, as well as review of MENA acquisition documents* Assisting on the review of Private Placement Memoranda, Executive Summaries, Investor Reports* Assisting on corporate governance matters, including general corporate housekeeping.* Assisting in the review and update of all policies and procedures, and terms of reference for the Board and its committeesJob OfferLive in the culturally diverse city of Manama and form part of a truly global financial hub. Earn a tax free salary and enjoy a low cost of living

    Candidates who apply should meet all of the below criteria:* LLB completed in UK, Aus, NZ, Ireland* 1-3 years post qualifying experience in a corporate commercial role* Trained and qualified with an international law firm* Arabic speaker is essential

    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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    Tax & Legal Services – Client Administrator | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Accounting & Payroll – Client AdministratorLine of ServiceTaxSpecialismGeneral Tax ConsultingManagement LevelAdministrativeJob Description & SummaryA career in our Tax Accounting practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions.Our team provides our clients with customised tax solutions and tax accounting advice based on their niche and business need. You’ll support the team with deferred tax validation projects, remediation and restatement, tax basis balance sheets and financial statement carve out preparation.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

    At the Administrative level, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Conduct self in a professional manner and take responsibility for work and commitments.- Flex approach to meet the changing needs of teams and clients.- Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.- Learn about business needs are changing and consider the impact on services provided.- Take action to stay current with new and evolving technology.- Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.- Communicate with empathy and adapt communication style to meet the needs of the situation and audience.- Anticipate the needs of others and take appropriate action.- Embrace different points of view and welcome opposing and conflicting ideas.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

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

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    Legal Advisor | Tabarak

    Employment: Full Time

    Conducting legal analysis and researching legal matters.Providing advice on legal matters.Drafting legal opinions, memoranda, and briefing documents.Reviewing legal material.Formulating formalities regarding settlements of disputes.Monitoring the implementation of the legal clauses.
    Salary:AED 20,000 to 30,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    – Fluent in English is a must, bilingual is an advantage.- Corporate/Commercial legal matters expert.- Experience in finance and banking relationship.- Drafting and reviewing legal agreements and contracts.

    Tabarak Commercial Investment (“TABARAK”) is a private equity vehicle established in the UAE by ambitious and well-known Emirati entrepreneurs with an extensive investment portfolio of successful businesses and partnerships. Founded in Abu Dhabi, the business hub of the Middle East, TABARAK has geared efforts towards expansion with a strong focus on the GCC with future plans of expanding internationally.
    TABARAK always aims, through its local and International networks and the leverage of its key resources, to successfully convert all its potential new business opportunities into mutually beneficial and successful partnerships with corporations and/or entrepreneurs inside and outside GCC. Further, TABARAK works closely with its partners to establish long-term relationships, identify and understand mutual interests and thus allows TABARAK to share in mutual success.
    The founders of TABARAK have a track record of achievements in private equity sector supported by extensive experience in various sectors. More

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    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Indirect Tax (Customs) – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Indirect Tax (Customs) – Manager – DubaiLine of ServiceTaxSpecialismVAT/GSTManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Indirect Tax practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions.Our team helps our clients optimise cash flow and reduce risk by managing challenges related to indirect taxes. You’ll support our clients with all aspects of indirect taxation related to global, regional and domestic projects as well as comprehensive restructuring and reporting value added tax projects.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.- Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.- Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.- Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.- Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.- Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm’s/client’s expectations.- Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.- Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.- Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.- Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.- Arabic skills is a must- Existing relationships with Dubai Customs is a must- Existing relationships with other customs and tax authorities, preferable- Experience with assisting clients in customs audits in the UAE, specifically customs audits conducted by Dubai Customs is a must- Previous consulting/client facing experience is a must- Relevant years of experience (ideally at least 4-5)

    Travel RequirementsUp to 20%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    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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    Tax & Legal Services – International Tax Services / M&A – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – International Tax Services / M&A – Manager – DohaLine of ServiceTaxSpecialismInternational Tax ServicesManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career within International Tax Services will provide you with the opportunity to help PwC address their cross border tax needs both locally and globally by managing their global tax rates, finding areas of cost reduction, and responding to inquiries from regulatory authorities. You’ll gain a global perspective and an awareness of tax issues stemming from changes to evolving business structures and geographic expansions.Our International Tax Services Generalist – Practice Support team advises PwC on tax laws and reporting, legislation and planning strategies based on the geography and jurisdiction. You’ll be assisting our team with local tax laws, reporting requirements, statutory filings, corporate strategy, transfer pricing and indirect tax and other international taxation needs.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.- Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.- Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.- Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.- Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.- Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm’s/client’s expectations.- Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.- Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.- Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.- Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Travel RequirementsUp to 20%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    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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    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Global Mobility / IAS – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismGlobal Mobility ServicesManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Global Mobility Services practice, within People and Organisation Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients reset their talent strategies and deliver extraordinary business results through their people. We focus on evaluating and managing their unique challenges so our clients can maximise their return on the overall investment in human capital. You’ll gain a tremendous depth of expertise in all aspects of human capital, including creating sustainable value through people culture and change, designing compensation and retirement strategies, and improving human capital operations.Our team helps companies streamline and effectively manage their international assignment programme in a cost efficient manner. You’ll assist our team with international assignee management, Human Resources, payroll, finance and accounting in addition to mobility policy, process and governance consulting.A career in our Global Mobility practice will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients reset their talent strategies and deliver extraordinary business results through their people. We focus on evaluating and managing their unique challenges so our clients can maximise their return on the overall investment in human capital.Our team helps multinational companies design and implement international assignments and manage overall risk and associated costs. You’ll be focusing on compliance issues related to immigration, employment tax, government regulations, and mobility policies.As a Senior Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex Global Mobility issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Proactively manage a portfolio of clients and report into Director and above.- Ability to review and sign US tax returns, tax equalisation calculations and hypothetical tax calculations- Conduct drop in service to advise on global mobility tax issues- Assist in the provision of Global Mobility and/or US tax advisory projects- Conduct US entry and exit tax consultations with assignees- Be involved in the financial management of clients- Be actively involved in business development activities to help identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients- Build client relationships with new and existing clients- Contribute to the development of your own and team’s technical acumen- Develop strategies to solve complex technical challenges- Assist in the management and delivering of large projects- Train, coach, and supervise staff- Continue to develop internal relationships and your PwC brandSkills required:- Experience in business development and growing client relationships and revenue.- US Individual income tax expertise and managing tax compliance for client engagements including experience of signing US tax returns- Ability to provide ad hoc US tax consulting advice to inbound or outbound US clients – UK individual income tax experience would be valuable, but not necessary.- Working experience within global mobility and/or private client practice – Previous team management experience  – Demonstrable experience in financial reasoning of client engagements – Ability to communicate clearly and build strong relationships at all levels internally and externally- Experience in working with team in remote locations- Analytical thinking and problem solving- Digitally enabled- Self starter with an entrepreneurial spirit.

    Qualifications- Degree / Masters in business, finance or tax related- US CPA or Enrolled Agent qualification

    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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    Monitoring Manager | A Leading Financial Organization in Qatar

    Employment: Full Time

    JOB PURPOSE:The role monitors firms to ensure they comply with the Law and regulations, as well as the related legislation and policy by reviewing information provided by firms during the registration process and make enquiries into them and individuals. Following incorporation of the firm, the job holder monitors compliance of firms against the Company’s regulations and take appropriate action in case there are non-compliant cases.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES• Manages that monitoring post licensing matter are accurately captured into the CRM system; followed up in accordance with the Dept’s procedures and resolved in accordance with the timeframe as per the licensing letter,• Maintains and improves the monitoring framework and procedures documentation including monthly management update reports and any ad hoc reporting.• Manage and lead on-site reviews of non-compliant Firms to ensure that Company Law, Rules and Regulations are adhered to and that the Firm is conducting business within its Scope of Licence.• Identify risk areas, lead and completed thematic and targeted reviews to be conducted on Firms with the assistance of an Officer.• Liaises with firms, where appropriate, with possible non-compliant firms to ensure awareness of the regulations, rules, laws and other Company related matters that are important for the running of firm under Company.• Manages the framework for oversight of firms on an on-going basis where necessary recommend chronic non-compliant Firms to the Enforcement Unit via the Dept., Director.

    Professional/Academic Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration or Finance.• Diploma in Anti Money Laundering or related field (e.g. Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and/or Certified Fraud Examiner are preferred.Experience:• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in in legal, compliance or regulatory role and at least 4 years in positions with managerial responsibilities.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:• Ability to understand legal and commercial implications of issuance of licenses• Ability to analyse business models• Ability to analyse financial plans and statements• Experience in financial services data (including P&L, etc.) analysis• Ability to apply understanding of Anti Money Laundering principles• Management and supervisory skills• Decision making skills and ability to command respect• Excellent communication and mediation skills• Strong analytical and problem- solving skills• Strong computer and excel skills• General understanding of market-place AML issues and AML suspicious activity transaction monitoring systems, data mining/analytical tools, and KYC automated solutions is helpful• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing• Customer focus mentality, proactive and ability to follow up and close queries• Maintains high standards of honesty and trustworthiness• Maintains high quality standards in the output they produce and encourages others to meet similar standards• Makes a positive first impression, displaying immediate presence and credibility• Exercises good judgment in making decisions• Coaches and develops others

    A leading Financial Organization in Qatar. More

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    Tax & Legal Services – Accounting & Payroll – Client Administrator | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Accounting & Payroll – Client AdministratorLine of ServiceTaxSpecialismGeneral Tax ConsultingManagement LevelAdministrativeJob Description & SummaryA career in our Tax Accounting practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions.Our team provides our clients with customised tax solutions and tax accounting advice based on their niche and business need. You’ll support the team with deferred tax validation projects, remediation and restatement, tax basis balance sheets and financial statement carve out preparation.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

    At the Administrative level, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Conduct self in a professional manner and take responsibility for work and commitments.- Flex approach to meet the changing needs of teams and clients.- Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.- Learn about business needs are changing and consider the impact on services provided.- Take action to stay current with new and evolving technology.- Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.- Communicate with empathy and adapt communication style to meet the needs of the situation and audience.- Anticipate the needs of others and take appropriate action.- Embrace different points of view and welcome opposing and conflicting ideas.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

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