Job Title:  Assurance - CMAAS - Asset Management - Senior Manager Company Name: PwC    Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)   Job Summary: The Assurance - CMAAS - Asset Management - Senior Manager should have a proven track record of high quality delivery of client projects. We would like to hear from Senior Managers with experience of working in the enterprise asset management consulting space in the following; Fixed asset componentisation Fixed asset register reconstructions Business process reviews & implementations, specifically focusing on the fixed asset function of the organisation Year-end useful economic life & residual value reviews   Key Duties and Responsibilities:   You will be required to participate as an individual contributor and senior team leader with CMAAS practitioners and other professionals (e.g. auditors) on complex accounting- and financial reporting matters. A proven track record in working effectively in multi-national and multi-cultural teams in a variety of environments and countries. Developing yourself personally, taking a keen interest in trends in financial reporting standards and enterprise asset management and the impact on our clients so you can help shape their thinking and our success in the market The role also requires that the candidate is able to lead multiple projects, serviced by teams across different competences within our global team (e.g. fixed asset tagging & verification experts) to bring our clients high value solutions. Actively manage staff across multiple projects, identify gaps in the collectively team capability and take the necessary steps to bring the best value, excellence and commitment to our clients. Take responsibility for preparing project proposals for potential clients, managing the process of collaborating with various lines of services, incl. preparing and reviewing detailed budgets. Analyse the work-in-progress and project costs and compare the costs to the budget, providing timely feedback to project partners and suggesting the necessary changes in team structures (if required). Keeping up to date with current trends from the region and from across the world. As a Senior Manager in the team, the role requires you to build relationships to create exceptional client and people experience, working effectively as part of a diverse delivery team and delegating tasks effectively and providing coaching and direction to junior team members. The role sits within a rapidly growing part of PwC’s Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) team within our CMAAS Middle East practice. You will be an integral part of the team responsible for the delivery of a variety of EAM solutions across a range of sectors. You will have access to all of the latest training and development tools and the support of the wider PwC network.   Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant subject areas such as Accounting & Financial Management. Preferable qualifications: The following qualification(s) or studying towards these qualification (s) are preferable and beneficial for the candidate to perform the role: CA, CPA, ACCA or CIMA 8 – 10 years of relevant experience in finance & accounting consulting, with a specific focus on enterprise asset management, relevant asset management business processes and application of asset componentisation requirements in compliance with the applicable accounting & financial reporting standards, preferably within a professional services environment. The candidate will be achievement oriented with the ability to be flexible and adaptive on a daily basis. They will be able to work independently and as part of a team with a fast pace and a high energy that will translate into a high quality output. In-depth understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards, with specific focus on IAS 16 “Property, Plant and Equipment” and enterprise asset management. Experience in leading previous enterprise asset management projects, preferably in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in a consulting capacity. Strong passion for client service delivery and collaborative team work. Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise work load whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. The role offers some flexibility in working hours, depending on the specific projects and client delivery expectations. Proven IT skills in the following programmes: Microsoft Office, with proven skills in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint. Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Fluent in English but multilingual Arabic speaker preferable. The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the project dictates.  

Job Title:  Legal - Corporate and M&A - Senior Associate Company Name: PwC Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)   Job Summary: The Legal - Corporate and M&A - Senior Associate will be working as part of the Corporate/M&A team located in Dubai. Our Corporate M&A Team focuses on acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures and corporate and family office restructuring. The team is based in Dubai but works on projects across the GCC, working with other PwC offices and local counsel where appropriate. Currently eight strong, the team is busy and fast growing and has a vacancy for a 0 to 3 year pqe lawyer to assist with delivering these services to a wide range of clients (both local and international). The role requires a bright, commercial astute, well organised and enthusiastic individual who has experience of and a real interest in working on Corporate and M&A transactions. The role requires someone who enjoys being part of a dynamic team, who is proactive and, recognising the nature of corporate transactions is prepared to put in the effort and hours needed to get deals over the line.   Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The applicant must be educated to at least LPC (or equivalent level) Mandatory qualifications: Fully qualified lawyer. Preferable qualifications: UK Law Society Qualified, with particular experience in assisting on Corporate/M&A projects. Some Middle East Regional Experience would be an advantage but is not essential. Years of Experience: 0-3 years pqe. For applicants who have not completed a UK SRA training contract equivalent experience will be applied (i.e 2-5 years pqe)In-depth understanding of corporate law in home jurisdiction and of how Corporate/M&A transactions are structured Experience working on acquisitions and disposals (undertaking legal due diligence, disclosure, preparation of ancillary documents etc) Exposure to transactions. You will be achievement oriented with the ability to be flexible and adaptive on a daily basis. They will be able to work independently and as part of a team with a fast pace and a high energy that will translate into a high quality output. Strong interest and passion for business and commerce to allow you to see the overall picture in terms of our delivery to the client Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise work load whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. Language Skills: Fluent in English (written and spoken) is essential. A multilingual Arabic speaker would be an advantage but is not essential. The ability and willingness to put in the hours needed and to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the project dictates.

Job Title:  Data Scientist Company Name: PwC Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)   Job Summary: The Data Scientist will work for PwC’s innovation lab in the Middle East. You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of architects and data analysts on a wide range of problems. We are focused on incorporating the latest in machine learning, Big Data, NoSQL, cutting edge development languages, and advanced data processing techniques to include structured and unstructured information in a loosely coupled ecosystem delivering a technology platform that positions PwC for the future. We are focused on incorporating the latest in machine learning, Big Data, NoSQL, cutting edge development languages, and advanced data processing techniques to include structured and unstructured information in a loosely coupled ecosystem delivering a technology platform that positions PwC for the future.   Key Duties and Responsibilities: Work with large, complex data sets. Solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed. Conduct end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations. Build and prototype analysis pipelines iteratively to provide insights at scale. Develop comprehensive understanding of complex data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed for both products development and sales activity. Make business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings to multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information. Research and develop analysis, forecasting, and optimization methods to improve the quality of our client’s products and services; example application areas include ads quality, search quality, end-user behavioral modeling, and live experiments.   Qualifications, Skills and Experience:   The applicant must hold a MS degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., statistics, operations research, bioinformatics, economics, computational biology, computer science, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, industrial engineering). At least two years of relevant work experience in data analysis or related field. (e.g., as a statistician / data scientist) Experience with statistical software (e.g., R, Julia, MATLAB, pandas) and database languages (e.g., SQL). 2+ year experience with statistical tools (e.g. R) and analysis, regression modeling and forecasting, time series analysis. Able to write SQL scripts for analysis and reporting ( SQL, MySQL) Experience using one or more programming languages (e.g. Python, Java, C++, C#, Ruby) Understanding of machine learning algorithms, such as k-NN, GBM, Neural Networks Naive Bayes, SVM, and Decision Forests; Experience with big data: processing, filtering, and presenting large quantities (100K to Millions of rows) of data. Utilizing programming skills and knowledge on how to write models which can be directly used in production as part of a large scale system. Experience in machine-learning methodologies (e.g. supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning etc.) Experience with clustered data processing (e.g. Hadoop, Spark, Map-reduce, Hive) Experience in communicating technically, at a level appropriate for the audience Demonstrated leadership and self-direction. Demonstrated willingness to both teach others and learn new techniques

  Job Title:  Senior Associate Company Name: PwC   Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE)   Key Duties and Responsibilities: You will be required to possess a strong ability to work under pressure and manage your time, as the delivery role requires the creation of high quality of complex client deliverables that will be submitted for the managers and partners’ reviews. The Senior Associate will be developing yourself personally, taking a keen interest in trends in capital markets and accounting matters and the impact on our clients so you can help shape their thinking and our success in the market; You will also be required to possess a solid knowledge of IFRS and being able to conduct in depth researches on complex matters, prepare technical discussions paper for discussion with global industry experts and apply your critical thinking to provide our clients with high value and technically robust solutions; You will be working with colleagues in all Middle Eastern offices on client work and internal initiatives as well as with international teams where appropriate; Keeping up to date with current trends from the region and from across the world; You will also be expected to build and maintain positive, productive and professional relationships with client personnel and colleagues; The role sits within a rapidly growing part of PwC’s CMAAS team within our Middle East Assurance practice. You will be an integral part of the team responsible for the delivery of capital markets and accounting solutions across a range of sectors. You will have access to all of the latest training and development tools and the support of the wider PwC network.   Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  The ideal candidate for the UAE Senior Associate job placement should hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business studies, accounting or finance; Mandatory qualifications: The following qualification(s) are mandatory for the candidate to perform the role: ACA, ACCA, CPA; Three to five years of audit or other relevant experience in a Big 4 firm. Any capital markets or accounting conversion (IFRS/ IPSAS) experience is beneficial. Similarly, and Middle East accounting or auditing experience is beneficial; Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise work load whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines; Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Fluent in English is required and multilingual Arabic speaker is highly beneficial; In-depth understanding of IFRS and general accounting principles; Strong interest and passion for enhancing technical accounting skills; Ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the project dictates. The candidate will be achievement oriented with the ability to be flexible and adaptive on a daily basis. He will be able to work independently and as part of a team with a fast pace and a high energy that will translate into a high quality output;  

Job Title:  Assurance PwC's Academy Interns UAE Company Name: PwC Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE)   About PwC’s Academy PwC’s Academy is looking for an intern who thrives on dealing with people (of all grades) and who is organised and capable of maintaining focus on multiple projects at the same time. Knowledge of the Academy is preferable but not required, although the candidate will be expected to learn about these services quickly if appointed, including knowledge of our risk, compliance and quality requirements, systems and processes.   Key Duties and Responsibilities:   Handle queries from students relating to courses that the Academy offers and directing students to the most suitable programmes Support personnel for customer interaction, engagement and relationship building Convert leads to registered students status as per the sales targets. Support the entire sales process from lead generation and negotiation to closing Support sales and other promotional events including but not limited to open days, info sessions, workshops, field trips, student benefit sessions, School and University career fairs, exhibitions and social events to generate leads Communicating effectively with clients / customers, ensuring minimum response times Updating and maintaining our CRM Database to ensure all information is captured and tracked   Qualifications, Skills and Experience:   The applicants should have relevant skills and qualifications

Job Title:  FS Human Capital HC Operations Associate Company Name: PwC MiddleEast      Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)   Key Duties and Responsibilities: The FS Human Capital HC Operations Associate works towards achieving the goals of the People Team Function within budget The jobholder will act as a reference for enquiries about HR Administration policies & procedures for all employees, and escalating issues or enquiries not served in current policies to specialised teams The FS Human Capital HC Operations Associate will work closely with the central HR team in effective implementation of all HR systems and procedures Work towards being a high quality internal service provider and to ensure that all HR business support requirements on the ground Support implementation of HR policies for the offices Report HR activities and data on a regular basis, including benefits information, census data, and loss ratio information to support in decision making Assist whenever needed, the Recruitment and career development managers by securing logistics required for training, On boarding, recruitment Coordinate with relevant HR contacts to ensure timely and effective HR service delivery Suggest improvements to processes Support improvements in the HC Operating model, specifically the increased delivery of standardised services. Look for areas of continuous improvement across the HC Operations function Promote collaboration, trust and improvement between team members and across the People Team Work on specific projects related to HR initiatives as assigned   Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  The ideal candidate for the FS Human Capital HC Operations Associate UAE job placement must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology or Business Management Fluency in spoken and written English, proficiency in Arabic is an advantage Two years of relevant experience in an HR function Previous HR generalist experience with understanding of the entire employee lifecycle, including recruitment, performance management, talent development, employee relations and compensation and benefits Knowledge of labor laws is preferred Knowledge of HR best practices and processes is preferred Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Excellent team building and relationship building capabilities Ability to maintain highly confidential information Strong customer service orientation with ability to use patience and diplomacy to handle issues UAE nationals preferred

Job Title:  Assurance Graduates (North America Students Only) Company Name: PwC   Location: Abu Dhabi and Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)   Job Summary: As a graduate in the Assurance practice of a PwC firm in the Middle East region, you’ll learn and develop the specialist skills our clients look for and value most. For Core Assurance this will include studying towards a professional qualification, with support from us all the way. As well as gaining valuable work experience, you will work towards the Chartered Accountancy qualification in your first years at PwC. You'll study towards gaining the ACA qualification with ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) or towards gaining a CPA qualification (Certified Public Accountant), towards the Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales (ICAEW), or a SOCPA (Saudi Organization for Certified Public Accountants). For Risk Assurance Services, this will include studying towards a professional qualification. We encourage our graduates to develop specialisms in their particular areas of interest this can be anything from financial audit support to information security, ERP controls, and business continuity planning reviews.  A full-time graduate position in our Assurance practice will provide you with the opportunity to work on client accounts, using our innovative auditing methodology, and provide additional business advisory services, including performance measurement and corporate reporting, to meet the needs of investors.   Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  The ideal candidates for the UAE job placements must be fresh graduates with Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, IT or related fields. The jobholder should demonstrate a business level knowledge of English when communicating (both written and orally), as well as typically exhibiting the following knowledge and skills: High degree of self motivation, confidence and a strong work ethic Successful performance within team environments, enjoying being part of a team Proven ability to work and deliver under pressure and within tight deadlines Excellent data handling skills and the ability to gather information and present it in a professional manner Flexibility, adaptability and effective prioritisation skills Knowledge and experience of the Middle East Region is a definite advantage Flexibility to travel and to work at client sites during the week Verbal communication skills in Arabic are useful but not essential Excellent IT & Microsoft office skills especially Excel and powerpoint

Job Title:  IFS - Office Management - Travel Support - Hotels - 3 months contract Company Name: PwC   Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)   Job Summary: The Travel Support Team sits within the Operations team and is responsible for the implementation/administration of travel activities.The Travel Support Team is responsible for setting, monitoring and continuously improving the firm’s transportation processes but predominantly focusing on hotel bookings for transient and project travelers. The Travel Support manages all day to day activities around visa requirements and hotel reservations.   Key Duties and Responsibilities: Financial: Supports day to day activities in light of the travel expense and travel approval principles, ensuring accurate reflection within the Travel Management System for all staff Drives and supports a culture of long-term saving on travel costs Tracking and upwards reporting of all savings made within the hotel travel team Works with Travel Operations and Procurement Leads to drive cost efficiencies in processes Ensures payments are made for all hotel bookings in accordance with the firm's travel requirements and accurately billed to PwC legal entities Customer: Responsible for day to day booking and delivery of hotel and visa activities including online / offline and out of policy bookings and approvals Provides first level response on hotel queries and escalates complex requests to the Travel Operations Lead Monitors external service provision by vendors and flags service issues to the Travel Operations Lead as appropriate Completes reviews and audits rates displayed within the firm's online booking system (KDS) and highlights errors or anomalies to the Travel Operations Lead as appropriate Works flexibility to accommodate peak times of travel e.g. busy season and graduate induction travel times Internal Process: Support reviews and recommendations to optimize travel spend including: Hotel pricing alignment with market Travel patterns Additional tasks as assigned by Travel Operations or Hotel Project Lead Promotes and enforces compliance of the firm's travel booking processes and procedures Learning & Growth:   Adhere to policies and procedures Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed    Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree At least three years of overall experience Previous experience in travel management agency and/or call center Strong customer service orientation Organization, thoroughness, eye for detail, time management skills and proactivity Strong verbal and written communication skills Good knowledge in computer skills and managing databases Fluency in English required, proficiency in Arabic is an advantage

Job Title:   Consulting People & Organisation Manager Company Name: PwC Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)   Key Duties and Responsibilities: Add value to our clients by helping them address complex people related issues, deliver on a sound HR strategy, achieve sustainable results and demonstrate real impact. Reporting to a People and Organisation Director or Partner lead cross-functional internal and client teams to develop and deliver strategic people and organisational change in challenging client environments and high-growth industries, with a particular focus on Organisational Change and Culture. Advise clients on strategic people-related matters and design solutions that can help transform clients’ organisations. Work closely with People and Organisation Directors and client teams to build strong relationships at all levels and act as the day-to-day project manager. Collaborate with senior PwC colleagues throughout the client assignment and take responsibility for developing junior colleagues through on-the-job coaching, knowledge sharing and consistent feedback. Be the team go-to-person for Organisational Change and Culture and maintain a keen interest in HR trends and the impact on our clients so you can help shape their thinking and our success in the market. Assist in creating and presenting winning proposals to support our clients in the UAE and broader Middle East. Work with colleagues across all Middle Eastern offices on client engagements and internal initiatives as well as with international teams where appropriate. Keep up to date with current regional and global economic and business trends. Whilst working in the People and Organisation team you will further build on your knowledge of the key themes in the market and in the region. You will work collaboratively with other People and Organisation experts to shape the future of our clients and to bring about positive change. You will have access to all of the latest training and development tools and the support of the wider PwC network.   Qualifications, Skills and Experience:   The Consulting People & Organisation Manager must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject such as Human Resources or Psychology. Preferable qualifications: The following qualification(s) are preferable and beneficial for the candidate to perform the role CIPD, GPHR, SHRM or equivalent is preferred. Years of Experience: 7-9 years of relevant experience in human capital management, of which a least 4 years will have been in a consulting environment ideally with one of the Big4 firms, HR consulting companies or a global strategy house. Proven experience of managing and delivering high-quality strategic engagements across multiple industries. Experience of building strong client relationships across multiple industries and geographies. In-depth understanding of strategic change management and communication activities, including but not limited to, conducting interviews and facilitating workshops with senior client leadership; developing new HR strategies and policies, processes and procedures to reflect new market challenges, economic impacts, technological changes, or competitive pressures. Strong interest and passion for developing, growing and leading a team through coaching and mentoring, as well as proactive knowledge sharing. Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise work load whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. Proven IT skills in the following programmes Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Fluency in both English and Arabic is a prerequisite. The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East.