Site Operations Manager
Crystal Solutions Limited
Qatar
Job Description Greetings from Crystal Solutions Ltd!!! Crystal Solutions Ltd, has expertise in providing IT & Non IT services to various industries across MiddleEast. We are having an immediate position for Site Operation Manager. Location: Qatar. Experience : 8 to 11yrs. G.C.C experience prefered. Educational Qualification : B.E in Electrical Engineer/ Mechanical Engineer. Greetings from Crystal Solutions Ltd!!! Crystal Solutions Ltd, has expertise in providing IT & Non IT services to various industries across MiddleEast. Job Description: Candidates should have experinece in Facility Management. QHSE Certified, Adhere to the QHSE rules and regulations of client. Monitor all costs to ensure they meet the target set by the Operations Manager. Handle every complaint/suggestion from clients with positive attitude, sincerity and promptness. Inform and consult superiors for major issues before responding. Keep clients informed about actions through regular feed back Ensure that all work is carried out as per the contract and client specification. Plan, organize and control operation in a professional manner ensuring prompt, efficient and quality service to the clients in line with superiors instructions. Passport Status: ECNR mandatory. Salary package will depend on the interview.
Salary:Not Disclosed by Recruiter
Industry:Facility Management
Functional Area:Other
Role:Other
Employment Type:Permanent Job, Full Time
Education-
UG:B.Tech/B.E. - Any Specialization, Electrical, Mechanical
Company Profile:
Crystal Solutions Limited
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Executive Secretary - Transferable Iqama
Ernst & Young
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
The Role
Provide exceptional and extensive executive level administrative support to Partners, Principals and Executive Directors (PPEDs) on a ratio of 1:3/1:4. This role holds strong knowledge and understanding of the firm’s processes, tools and specialized needs. Delivering services in a proactive, collaborative, and cost-effective manner, reflecting an active knowledge-sharing culture. Main Role and Responsibilities Diary Management · Manage and coordinate the diaries of the PPED group · Use judgement in scheduling of internal/external appointments and meetings (determine purpose, minimum time required, best time zones, etc.) · Add, reschedule and cancel calendar entries as requested · Assist in monitoring meeting attendance, taking ownership to ensure enquiries and issues are appropriately delegated and effectively resolved E-mail Management · Manage e-mails/communications taking appropriate action, escalating or delegating accordingly · Sort, save, review and send e-mails, referring to the relevant PPED when necessary · Act as a knowledge resource in the use of Microsoft Office and firm sponsored applications · Prepare list of action items and issues, referring to relevant team as appropriate Telephone/Call Management · Represent the Firm’s professional standards when answering telephone calls · Relay accurate and detailed messages, transfer calls and/or action where appropriate · Take ownership of enquiries, referring the client to the appropriate team member · Arrange logistics for all conference calls; dial in details/codes, time zone differences, monitor meeting acceptance and follow up accordingly Timesheets and Expenses · Prepare expense claims using gT&E, seeking required approval for payment and adhering to Accounts Payable deadlines · Prepare and submit timesheets using gT&E on a weekly basis/timely manner, ensuring that deadlines are met · Monitor timesheets and expense claims compliance
Requirements
Travel Management · Arrange and coordinate travel bookings in line with travel and expense policy; (bookings, visas, conveyance, etc.) · Prepare travel itineraries, research and consider reasonable cost effective alternatives · Track and record all travel costs as needed/requested Relationship Management and Client Service Support · Maintain internal/external networks · Compile, update and maintain client mailing lists using Client Relationship Management (CRM) tool · Greet visitors, manage their itineraries and meeting logistics, where applicable · Assist in managing and planning events, ensuring compliance with local policies and procedures · Look up and track information on clients and/or markets using Interaction tool Customised Communications · Proofread and check communications; including grammatical and spelling errors · Assist in preparing and amending correspondence/documents using EY standard templates, firm branding and guidance e.g. letters, faxes, memos, etc. · Assist in the administration of meetings including document collation, agenda and minutes preparation and circulation General · Develop and maintain hard/soft filing systems · Familiar with the firm's policies and procedures, SL quality, risk and confidentiality guidelines · Proactively support and update clients on work progress and administrative matters · Provide ad hoc support to portfolio as requested and required · Maintain and update Partner details and information on internal systems · Provide cover during absences as appropriate · Order business cards and stationery The job description is intended as a guide to reflect the principal purpose of the job/role. It is not an all-inclusive listing of the required responsibilities as these may vary slightly from one location to another. The position holder will perform other responsibilities and tasks as required to achieve the agreed performance outcomes. Who we are At Ernst & Young we support you in achieving your unique potential both personally and professionally. We give you stretching and rewarding experiences that keep you motivated, working in an atmosphere of integrity and teaming with some of the world's most successful companies. And while we encourage you to take personal responsibility for your career, we support you in your professional development in every way we can. You enjoy the flexibility to devote time to what matters to you, in your business and personal lives. At Ernst & Young you can be who you are and express your point of view, energy and enthusiasm, wherever you are in the world. It's how you make a difference.
About the Company
EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transactions and advisory services. Our 167,000 people are united by our shared values, which inspire our people worldwide and guide them to do the right thing, and our commitment to quality, which is embedded in who we are and everything we do.
EY is committed to doing its part in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
Head of Security Services
Standard Chartered Bank - UAE
UAE
The Role
SCB's Securities Services (SS) business has a unique footprint in Asia, Africa and Middle East with 40 footprint/access markets globally and in Africa anad in ME(Middle East) region. SCB is a key player in the Middle East. Clients include the largest financial institutions, comprising global custodians, broker-dealers, asset owners, fund managers etc who expect global best-in-class services. The role's principal responsibility is to leverage the above factors to provide a comprehensive suite of highly competitive but commercially viable products and market-leading solutions. Key Roles and Responsibilities The jobholder is expected to maximise SS opportunities and reputation through: * Management of the entire suite of SS-related products, including direct custody, international custody, broker clearing solutions, funds services and fiduciary services * Insightful analysis of industry developments, market changes and competitor offerings to identify threats and opportunities, assess the impact on clients and offer appropriate and innovative product solutions * Monitoring changes to the regulatory environment and working with the global team to adjust product specifications as required * Continuous review of existing products; ensures maintenance of up-to-date product documentation and high-quality collateral * Fine-tuning of global product range, working closely with related parties such as SS Ops, maintain product consistency by strict gate-keeping of client-specific, but commercially viable, exceptions to standard business/operating model * Extensive client interaction (within the overall client management strategy) to stay abreast of client agenda and thinking, to explain impact of market changes and to lead solution discussions * Manage the regional product inventory, ensure products are regularly reviewed to ensure commercial viability; recommend products for retirement where they are no longer viable or fit for purpose * Accurate financial forecasting for budgetary and strategic business purposes * Drives market advocacy process through ensuring active participation in local industry forums and regulatory committees in conjunction with local Product & Country SS Heads * Establishment and implementation of effective Channel management strategy to support custody products The jobholder is highly influential in ensuring that the SS custody product range is relevant, competitive and profitable in the region, now and in the future. He/she also plays a key role in promoting SCB as an industry leader. Internally, the jobholder manages multiple stakeholders within SS itself and with associated parties such as Risk, Compliance, Legal to ensure solutions are effective, commercially viable and conform to Group and Country control requirements. In ME, the regional Product role for SS covers both Custody & Clearing and Fiduciary & Funds (unlike GCNA and ASA where responsibility for the 2 product sectors is separated). The jobholder manages (directly or indirectly) and motivates all involved in the build and maintenance of SS products in region. The jobholder provides strong support to the Regional Head of SS, AME noting that role is a double hat with the SS Product role for Africa. This role will deputise in managing the Africa SS Product agenda, as/when necessary/as directed by the Regional Head of SS Strategy * Key contributor to overall SS strategy for SS product range globally. * Oversees local Product teams to ensure that products offered within the local market conform to the priorities for SS and that any non-core product is fully documented and approved at regional and global levels. * Jobholder acts as key contributor to strategy for the SS business regionally * Maintains cohesiveness of global Product model by managing the SS product suite within the region to adhere to the global model * Identifies business threats and opportunities as a result of market, industry and regulatory changes which could impact the strategy for the business at country, region and global levels * Contributes to definition of strategy for Channel Management within the overall Product capability Business * Closely monitors market developments and competitor activity; maintains closed contact with country product teams assesses potential impact on clients and SS business locally and identifies appropriate action where necessary * Job scope covers the whole range of SS activity, including custody, broker clearing, funds services and fiduciary services * Periodically reviews products to ensure profitability requirements and expectations continue to be met * Co-ordinates activity across region to minimise overlap and maximise sharing and re-use of solutions * Manages relationships with functions such as Risk, Credit, Compliance, Legal, Finance as they impact the evolution of the SS product suite locally Processes * Is responsible for quality and quantity of output from in-country teams * Oversees management of product inventory in countries covered * Represents key deals at regional and global NDR and PGC * Leads the process for identifying innovative solutions for complex market and regulatory changes in region * Enforces consistently high standard of market communications from countries * Has regular senior-level contact with market regulators and infrastructures, promoting SCB as a leading player regionally and in-country. SCB is seen as a trusted adviser * Briefs country Product heads on global and regional developments and how they impact local markets and clients People and Talent * Leads through example and builds appropriate culture and values. * Works collaboratively within the SS team and within the global Product Management team * Sets appropriate tone and expectations from Product Management and works in collaboration with risk and control partners. * Ensures the provision of ongoing training and development of people; ensures that holders of all critical functions are suitably skilled and qualified for their roles with effective supervision in place to mitigate risks, proactively provides coaching to the team, creating an environment that fosters learning and drives a high-performance team ethos * Employs, engages and retains high quality people, with succession planning for critical roles. * Periodically reviews team structure/capacity plans. * Sets and monitors job descriptions and objectives for direct reports and objectively provides feedback and rewards in line with their performance against those responsibilities and objectives. Risk Management * Product risks are identified and managed effectively * Takes responsibility for identifying, assessing, monitoring, controlling and mitigating risks to the Group. Also, an awareness and understanding of the main risks facing the Group and the role the individual and the team play in managing them Governance * Accountable for approving client-specific exceptions to standard product and service arrangements * Maintains all appropriate Product documentation and approvals * Assesses the effectiveness of the Group's arrangements to deliver effective governance, oversight and controls in the business and, if necessary, oversee changes in these areas * Maintains awareness and understanding of the regulatory framework in which the Group operates, and the regulatory requirements and expectations relevant to the role. * Delivers 'effective governance'; capability to challenge fellow executives effectively; and willingness to work with any local regulators in an open and cooperative manner. Regulatory & Business Conduct * Manages and oversees proper control and authorisation of local product inventories * Displays exemplary conduct and lives by the Group's Values and Code of Conduct. * Takes personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics, including regulatory and business conduct, across Standard Chartered Bank. This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with, in letter and spirit, all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct. * Leads the Product Management team in AME and ensures products regionally achieve the outcomes set out in the Bank's Conduct Principles: Fair Outcomes for Clients, Financial Crime Prevention, The Right Environment. * Effectively and collaboratively identifies, escalates, mitigates and resolves risk, conduct and compliance matters. Key Stakeholders * Closely liaises with ITO to determine commercially and operationally robust exceptions to standard product model * Collaborates closely with associated support functions and business lines locally - such as Risk, Compliance, Credit, Financial Markets, Cash * Manages the process of gaining necessary product approvals from the above functions * Works with SS country head to maintain close relationships with local market regulators and market infrastructure providers such as stock exchange, central depository, clearing house etc * Maintains strong relationships with Product Mgt heads globally, regionally and in other markets to ensure a co-ordinated approach * Interacts regularly with clients to maintain clear view of changes in trends and requirements Qualifications and Skills * Graduate or Post Graduate degree preferably in related discipline * Preferred Experience in the region * In depth knowledge of the Banking sector and products is preferred * Preferred Experience in Financial or Banking Sector * Arabic Speaker preffered How To Apply You can search and view current opportunities across our organisation and apply immediately by visiting www.standardchartered.com and selecting Careers. To help speed up your application, please note the following: - You will need to log in (or register if you are visiting our careers site for the first time) before you can apply for a specific role - Some roles may require you to undertake an online talent assessment in addition to completing the application form (to facilitate this process it is preferable that you provide us with an email address as part of your contact information) - We will ask you about your education, career history and skills and experience, it may be helpful to have this information at hand when completing your application It usually takes 15 - 20 minutes to complete the application form; you can save your application at any time and return to complete it at your convenience. Closing Dates The closing date for applications is November1, 2017. Please note all closing dates are given in Hong Kong time (GMT + 8 hours). We aim to respond to successful applicants within four weeks and will keep a record or your application in our database so that we can contact you when suitable vacancies arise in future. Diversity and Inclusion Standard Chartered is committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a work environment which embraces diversity will enable us to get the best out of the broadest spectrum of people to sustain strong business performance and competitive advantage. By building an inclusive culture, each employee can develop a sense of belonging, and have the opportunity to maximise their personal potential.
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About the Company
Standard Chartered Bank started in 1958 in UAE with its first branch in Sharjah. The Group’s business gradually increased in Dubai with the opening of several branches and today, Dubai is the administrative hub of the Middle East and South Asia Region. In its 43rd year, the Bank enjoys the position of having the most extensive branch network among foreign international banks in UAE with 10 branches emirate-wide.
Standard Chartered is an international bank, focused on the established and emerging markets of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America with an extensive global network of more than 600 offices in over 50 countries. The three principal business groups are Global Markets, Personal Banking and Corporate and Institutional Banking.
In UAE, we are one of the leading banks, offering an extensive range of products and services for personal customers, local companies, multinational corporate and financial institutions.
Senior Store Director
Inspire Selection
Dubai, UAE
The Role
One of the worlds leading luxury (fashion, leather goods and accessories) brands is looking for an experienced Store Director in Dubai. An Arabic speaker, with a strong luxury background, the role is to help set up and subsequently manage the store opening in the new Dubai Mall extension. The successful candidate will be currently based in Dubai, know the market in detail, know the customer buying trends, understand the internal buying process, stock control and stock management and above all be an outstanding leader with a true ability to drive consistent, outstanding sales performance of both the team and store.
Requirements
Reporting into the General Manager of the region, my client is looking for someone at a senior level, either someone currently managing a large flagship store or managing multiple sites. The role is not purely operational, it is also very strategic. My client needs a thinker, an 'ideas' person, a planner, someone great with numbers, budgets and planning and most importantly, someone who can think outside the usual parameters to make the store a success and keep ahead of the competition. The role is to manage a highly skilled and experience team of 60 people. Arabic speaking, a luxury fashion background and strong CRM skills are an absolute must. Fantastic salary and bonus scheme as well as the usual benefits such as clothing allowance, flights and family health insurance.
About the Company
Inspire Selection is headquartered in Dubai and recruits across the Middle East region. We employ highly knowledgeable, professional consultants who are experts in connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Our reputation has been built upon our honesty, integrity and our ability to source candidates of the highest calibre right across our specialist sectors. As a result, we are recruitment partners to a wide spectrum of organisations - from leading blue chip companies to smaller, local businesses. Sectors we cover include HR, Administration, Finance & Accounting, Insurance, Legal, Sales & Marketing, IT, Oil/Gas/Energy, Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics & Supply Chain.