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Senior IT Data Warehouse & BI Specialist

Michael Page

UAE


The Senior IT Data Warehouse and BI Specialist's primary responsibility is to coordinate the SDLC activities related to the DWH (including the necessary ETLs) and BI applications, acting as single point of contact for the vendor(s) that develop the underlying solutions.


Client Details

We are working with an organisation in the UAE who provide a critical service to businesses and consumers alike. As a result of very exciting changes and developments across their Technology function, the new structure has created fantastic opportunities for ambitious professionals who want to make an impact.


Description

* Act as the IT single point of contact during the implementation of the DWH (including ETLs) and BI solutions, interfacing on a daily basis with the vendor(s) and with internal stakeholders (Product Development, PMO, business departments)
* Report to senior management on a weekly basis about the implementation project's status and escalate on a daily basis risks/issues that might impact the timely and successful delivery of the project
* Define/maintain the ETL, DWH and BI architecture, ensuring its maintainability and extensibility for current and future needs
* Analyze functional requirements (coming from the Product Development team), and estimate the feasibility/impacts, with support from the vendor and guidance of the Senior IT Applications Manager
* Review, challenge and approve the solutions and estimations provided by the vendor for new change requests (with support from the Senior IT Applications Manager)
* Review requirements and design to manage the ETLs between the DWH application and other systems like CRIF (core credit bureau), Digital Channels, CRM, ERP, Time & Attendance, Queuing system, etc. reporting new integration needs/complexities to the Senior IT Application Manager
* Engage with the vendor(s) on a daily basis to monitor the progress of new development activities and defect fixes (both production and non-production)
* Install the software packages provided by the vendor in the UAT/SITs environment and perform basic sanity and integration tests
* Perform level 2 support and troubleshoot the DWH and BI incidents (including ETL), engaging Level 3 (vendor) when needed and acting as a single point of contact for the incident escalated to Level 3
* Ensure compliance of the ETL, DWH and BI solutions with all company Policies, especially in terms of security and confidentiality
* Update and maintain Functional and Technical documentation and manuals related to the ETL, DWH and BI applications
* Prepare and maintain Operational Manuals to be handed over to the IT Operations team for ETL, DWH and BI's related activities
* Prepare and maintain SOPs for the common incidents/problems that are encountered on the ETL, DWH and BI applications


Job Offer

A key role in this crucial organisation will pay an attractive salary of 20,000 - 27,000 AED (dependant on experience) plus benefits to the right candidate.
* Bachelor/Post Graduate Degree in computer science or information technology
* Overall 8+ year experience in IT systems and software development lifecycle
* 5+ years of IT experience in ETL/DWH/BI applications, preferably on Informatica and Oracle-based technologies (experience on "big data" technologies like Exadata or Hadoop is a plus)
* Experience in Data Modelling (preferably using industry-standard tools like ERWI N)
* Experience in defining ETL specifications to integrate source data into a DWH solution, including data quality, data matching, rejections and reconciliation
* Experience in project management, process design & implementation and application architecture (certifications like PM P, Prince2, ITI L, TOGAF, etc. are a plus)
* Experience in post-production support and incident management
* Database experience: Oracle (preferred), Netezza, MS Sql Server, Teradata
* Applications experience: Informatica PowerCenter (Preferred), IBM WebSphere DataStage, Microstrategy, Microsoft PowerBI, Tableau, QlickView, Cognos
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.

 Training Consultant

Michael Page

UAE


Fantastic opportunity for a training professional to provide analytical and consultative support to a range of clients within the hotel industry. The role involves travelling to various sites to build and retain networks within the already extensive client portfolio as well as providing various levels of training and performance measures according to requirements of each client needs.


Client Details

Global company and leading provider of hospitality training within a reputable network, innovative and out of the box thinking is encouraged. After winning further contracts and retaining existing accounts there is now a demand for an experienced training professional as they grow the global training/consultancy function.


Description

The role and responsibilities will include:

* Analysis of current and previous performances and training
* Delivering on soft skill services and training programmes
* Designing programmes and delivery of training suited to individual Hotel needs
* Review and assist Hotel performance via various training techniques
* Communicate and manage caseloads and company values
* Work collaboratively with various internal departments including the BD or senior management teams


Job Offer

Competitive package with excellent global career growth and varied work schedule
* Must have proven combination of analytical and consultancy skill set within the hospitality Industry
* Minimum 5 years experience working in high end international hotels
* Training experience within the hospitality industry is a must
* Able to work autonomously and travel up to over 50% of work schedule
* problem solver and innovative thinker with excellent communication skills
* Arabic speaker is preferred
* Ideally would have the ability to influence with ease
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.
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Risk Associate

Michael Page

Qatar


Risk Associate is responsible for developing and implementing risk process and risk models to monitor daily trading activities, market risk, liquidity and performance of various investment departments. The role is expected to develop and implement Barra system for daily and monthly risk reports for the whole portfolio

Client Details
One of the Investment Banking in the region

Risk System and Risk Data
- Work closely with investment teams and investment operation to develop robust capture and feed of positions into risk systems 
- Develop and enhance the tags of the portfolio positions to facilitate efficient and effective risk reporting and risk analysis
- Develop risk report depository database and validate reported risk measures
- Validate product and risk models in the risk system
- Document risk process and risk analytics.

Risk Reporting
- Implement risk reports highlighting FX, Interest Rate and Liquidity Risks 
- Produce daily and monthly risk reports for senior management and quarterly reports for the Board of Directors.

Job Offer
Competitive
University graduate or higher degrees preferably in a mathematical science, economics, finance or A quantitative field which covers stochastic calculus (econometric, economist advantage).
4-8 years of relevant experience in a financial institution, In-depth knowledge of fixed income mathematics, risk modelling,valuation of financial products and derivatives pricing.

Should be the knowledge of Barra (risk factor analysis system) and in particular how to deal with the so called "flat files", and knowledge of Matlab.
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.
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Dairy Farm Manager

Michael Page

Kuwait


As a dairy farm manager you will ideally have 15 Years in the dairy farm business managing and monitoring production, nutrition, health, breeding etc.

Client Details
One of the leading Regional families in the Middle East, who own a fully functional Dairy farm and distribution in Kuwait

Description
• Overseeing all day to day operations including; harvesting, logistics and quality
• Ensuring all departments, agronomy, production, fleet and logistics are working efficiently
• Planning the running of the Animal Farm
• Setting budgets and production targets of Milk
• Buying and selling animals 
• Keeping records of livestock and/or crops and financial records
• Training and supervising staff
• Maintain all Animals Feeds and follow up the stock 

Job Offer
Competitive
Should have 10 years+ in the dairy farm business with agricultural science/management Bachelor's Degree.

GCC experience preferred
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.
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VAT Specialist

Michael Page

UAE

An expanding Dubai based Conglomerate are seeking a VAT/ Indirect Tax Specialist to join their Group in assisting the implementation of VAT across the GCC. The role will include the creation and implementation of Indirect Tax frameworks, ERP module integration and management of the tax compliance/ accounting procedures.


Client Details

My client is Conglomerate that is continuously evolving and expanding based in Dubai.


Description

The VAT Specialist will be responsible for, but not limited to:

* Developing the Indirect Tax/ VAT strategy across the group
* Implement VAT policies and procedures for accounting, compliance and audit
* Provide training to business unit leaders on the implications of VAT
* Enable the VAT module within an ERP system, tailoring reports for BU Managers
* Manage the Indirect Tax risk across the group, remaining up to date on Tax legislation and updates


Job Offer

Competitive salary with added benefits will be offered to the VAT Specialist.
To be considered you must be:

* Qualified Accountant/ Tax Professional
* Have extensive exposure to Indirect Tax/ VAT from an accounting, compliance and reporting aspect (8 years+)
* Understand the implications of VAT and be up to date with international VAT regulations and laws
* Have experience in managing teams
* Exposure to multiple regions involved with VAT (UK, EU, Singapore etc.) will be highly advantageous
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.
Apply Now