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Please note that this job is based in Erbil, Kurdistan region of Iraq, apply only if you are willing to relocate and the salary range meets your expectations.<br>Salary range: $4000 - $6000.<br>Job Title: Process Team Lead Location: Erbil Sector: Energy/ Power Planet<br><br>Purpose of the Job The Process Team Lead is responsible for leading and overseeing the Process Engineering discipline for thermal power plant projects, ensuring that the process design meets project requirements, applicable engineering standards, safety requirements, and operational objectives. The role is responsible for ensuring that the process system:Meets the functional and performance requirements of the project. Meets applicable safety, reliability, maintainability, and operability requirements. Meets project specifications and recognized industry standards. Meets applicable equipment sparing requirements. Provides appropriate and accurate process information to other engineering disciplines. Supports efficient procurement, construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and handover activities. The Process Team Lead will also ensure that equipment sizing and selection are technically appropriate and that the overall process design is sufficiently developed to support procurement, construction, commissioning, and final handover.<br>Main Duties and Responsibilities Process Engineering & Design Lead and coordinate Process Engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle. Review and approve process engineering deliverables, including:Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) Heat and Material Balances Hydraulic calculations and studies Heat balance diagrams Equipment data sheets Operating and process design manuals Process calculations and technical reports Review and approve Utility Flow Diagrams (UFDs) and Utility Distribution Diagrams (UDDs). Perform or review process simulations and develop basic process diagrams, including PFDs and heat/material balances. Ensure appropriate process equipment sizing and selection in accordance with project specifications and recognized industry practices. Review process design calculations and verify that design assumptions and parameters are technically sound. Ensure process designs adequately address safety, reliability, operability, maintainability, and efficiency requirements. Provide accurate process engineering data and technical input to other engineering disciplines.<br>Thermal Power Plant Engineering Apply relevant process engineering principles and practices applicable to thermal power plant systems. Ensure process engineering activities are aligned with the specific requirements of thermal power plant design and operation. Coordinate process design interfaces between major plant systems and other engineering disciplines. Review process requirements related to plant operation, startup, shutdown, utilities, and associated systems. Support resolution of technical issues arising during engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operation. Ensure process engineering deliverables remain aligned with project requirements and approved design changes.<br>Team Leadership & Coordination Lead and coordinate the Process Engineering team and allocate work according to project priorities. Review the work and deliverables prepared by Process Engineers and other team members. Provide technical guidance and support to junior and senior process engineers. Inform the Process team of project scope changes and provide direction on required technical modifications. Ensure process documentation is updated in line with approved changes. Coordinate closely with other engineering disciplines to ensure effective multidisciplinary integration. Participate in technical discussions and provide solutions to process-related issues. Monitor progress, identify technical or resource constraints, and escalate critical issues to the Project Engineering Manager.<br>Construction & Procurement Support Support the construction team during the construction phase to ensure that process design remains aligned with approved project requirements. Review and address technical queries, site requests, and design changes related to Process Engineering. Support the procurement team by providing process information and reviewing relevant technical documentation. Review vendor documentation and technical submissions where required. Ensure approved changes resulting from procurement or construction activities are properly reflected in process documentation. Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning & Handover Provide Process Engineering support during pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. Support troubleshooting and resolution of process-related issues during commissioning and startup. Review plant startup and shutdown procedures and other relevant operational procedures. Participate in commissioning, performance testing, and handover activities as required. Review and approve marked-up engineering documents prior to the preparation and issuance of final as-built documentation. Ensure process documentation is complete and technically accurate for final project handover. Process Safety & Technical Reviews Participate in relevant technical and safety reviews, including:HAZOPHAZIDSIL studies3D model reviews Design reviews Operability and constructability reviews Ensure process engineering activities comply with applicable occupational health, safety, and environmental requirements. Identify process-related safety risks and support implementation of appropriate mitigation measures. Demonstrate a strong commitment to occupational health and safety procedures. Meetings & Reporting Attend weekly project meetings and additional technical meetings as required. Coordinate with the Project Engineering Manager and other engineering disciplines. Prepare periodic progress, activity, and achievement reports for the direct supervisor. Report significant technical issues, delays, design changes, and project risks in a timely manner. General Administrative & Team Management Duties Identify Process Engineering manpower requirements in coordination with project management and HR. Identify training and development needs of Process Engineering team members. Coordinate with HR & Administration regarding employee development and training. Monitor the performance and workload of Process Engineering team members. Conduct or contribute to performance appraisals and recommend appropriate development actions. Manage employee leave and other administrative matters within the Process Engineering team. Nominate an appropriate deputy to cover the role during periods of absence. Perform other duties assigned by the direct manager within the scope of the role.<br>Communication Channels Internal Project Engineering Manager All Engineering Divisions Project Management Procurement Construction Commissioning and Operations Teams External Construction Project Manager Field Engineering Team Site Quality Control Team Engineering Consultants Equipment and Package Vendors Contractors and Subcontractors<br>Job Specification Education Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline. Additional professional engineering qualifications or relevant technical certifications are an advantage.<br>Professional Experience Minimum 10–12 years of relevant Process Engineering experience. Significant experience in thermal power plant projects is mandatory. Proven experience in power plant process design and/or plant operations. Previous experience in a Process Team Lead, Lead Process Engineer, Senior Process Engineer, or equivalent senior technical role is required. Demonstrated experience coordinating Process Engineering activities across multidisciplinary project teams. Experience supporting projects through engineering, procurement, construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and handover is highly desirable. Mandatory Technical Experience Candidates should demonstrate practical experience in:Thermal power plant process engineering. Process design and engineering. PFD and P&ID development and review. Heat and Material Balance. Hydraulic calculations and studies. Process simulation. Process equipment sizing and selection. Process safety engineering. Utility systems and process interfaces. Engineering design review and technical documentation. Construction and commissioning support. Multidisciplinary engineering coordination.<br>Software & Technical Tools Strong working knowledge of relevant engineering software, including:Aspen HYSYSAspen or equivalent process simulation software Auto CADMS Office Experience with HTRI and other relevant process engineering tools is an advantage.<br>Leadership & Management Competencies Proven ability to lead and coordinate a Process Engineering team. Strong technical decision-making and problem-solving skills. Ability to review, challenge, and approve engineering deliverables. Ability to coordinate effectively with engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations teams. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage competing technical priorities and project deadlines. Ability to provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers. Strong attention to technical accuracy and engineering quality.<br>Languages English – Mandatory Arabic – Preferred Kurdish – Preferred<br>Key Selection Criteria Candidates will be assessed primarily against the following requirements:Relevant thermal power plant experience – Mandatory10–12+ years of relevant Process Engineering experience Previous senior/lead-level Process Engineering experience Strong knowledge of thermal power plant process design and engineering Experience with PFDs, P&IDs, heat/material balances, hydraulic calculations, and process simulation Experience with equipment sizing and selection Experience supporting construction, commissioning, startup, and handover Strong multidisciplinary coordination and team leadership capability Strong English communication and technical writing skills Proficiency in relevant process engineering software
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<span>Reports to: Technical Lead, C4RPWC Location: Ajman, UAE Purpose of the position The Consortium for Red Palm Weevil Control (C4RPWC) is a multi-institutional international initiative led by ICARDA to develop, test, and scale innovative and sustainable solutions for the management and containment of Red Palm Weevil (RPW).<br> Workstream 5 (WS5) focuses on translating research into action through innovation scaling, adoption pathways, socio-economic and policy research, evidence-based decision support, and stakeholder-centered approaches that accelerate the uptake of RPW management solutions.<br> WS5 has three work packages: WP1-Socioeconomics and Policy, WP2-Citizen science, and WP3-Pathways to scaling.<br> The WS5 Lead provides scientific, technical, and operational leadership for the planning, implementation, coordination, and delivery of all activities under WS5.<br> The incumbent is responsible for overseeing all work packages within the workstream, ensuring effective partner coordination, stakeholder engagement, technical quality assurance, monitoring and reporting, and the timely delivery of outputs and outcomes.<br> The WS5 Lead serves as the primary focal point for WS5 across consortium partners and works closely with the Technical Lead, Program Management Unit, national partners, and stakeholders to ensure that workstream activities contribute to the successful adoption, scaling, and sustainability of integrated RPW management solutions in the UAE and participating countries.<br> About ICARDA The International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) is a treaty-based international non-profit research organization supported by CGIAR.<br> ICARDA’s mission is to reduce poverty, enhance food, water, and nutritional security, as well as environmental health in the face of global challenges including climate change.<br> We do this through innovative science, strategic partnerships, linking research to development and capacity development that take into account gender equality and the role of youth in transforming the dry areas.<br> ICARDA works in partnership with governments, universities, civil society, national agricultural research organization, other CGIAR Research Centers, and the private sector.<br> With its temporary Headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon, ICARDA operates in regional and country offices across Africa, Asia and the Middle East.<br> For more information: www.<br>icarda.org . Main responsibilities Workstream Leadership and Coordination · Provide overall scientific and operational leadership for WS5.<br> · Lead the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of all Work Packages under WS5.<br> · Develop annual and quarterly workplans, implementation schedules, milestones, and budgets for WS5 activities.<br> · Ensure effective coordination among Work Package Leads, consortium partners, and implementing institutions.<br> · Facilitate regular workstream planning, coordination, and review meetings.<br> · Ensure timely delivery of outputs, outcomes, and key performance indicators assigned to WS5.<br> · Represent WS5 in Consortium Management Team meetings and other internal coordination mechanisms.<br> Technical Leadership · Provide scientific leadership and technical guidance across all Work Packages within WS5.<br> · Ensure implementation follows agreed methodologies, protocols, and quality standards.<br> · Review technical workplans, methodologies, data collection approaches, and reports produced by Work Package teams.<br> · Promote evidence-based decision-making and adaptive management throughout implementation.<br> · Ensure integration of WS5 activities with relevant outputs and activities from other workstreams.<br> · Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies to support successful implementation.<br> Work Package Oversight · Provide overall scientific, technical, and operational oversight of all Work Packages under WS5.<br> · Ensure effective planning, coordination, implementation, and reporting across Work Packages 1, 2, and 3.<br> · Monitor progress against approved workplans, milestones, deliverables, and performance indicators.<br> · Coordinate Work Package Leads, consortium partners, consultants, and implementing institutions to ensure integrated delivery of activities and outputs.<br> · Ensure implementation follows approved methodologies, protocols, and quality standards.<br> · Identify and address technical, operational, and implementation bottlenecks affecting delivery of work package activities.<br> · Ensure effective integration and knowledge sharing among the three work packages and with relevant activities in other workstreams.<br> · Oversee data collection, data quality assurance, technical reporting, and documentation of lessons learned and best practices.<br> · Ensure timely completion of work package outputs and contributions to workstream-level outcomes and Consortium targets.<br> · Lead the synthesis of results, lessons learned, and recommendations generated across the workstream for reporting, dissemination, and scaling purposes.<br> Monitoring, Reporting and Knowledge Management · Track progress against approved workplans, milestones, and performance indicators.<br> · Prepare technical progress reports, annual reports, and donor reporting inputs related to WS5.<br> · Maintain workstream documentation, activity records, and knowledge products.<br> · Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning processes in coordination with the Program Management Unit.<br> · Contribute to synthesis reports and cross-workstream technical publications.<br> Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships · Build and maintain strong relationships with consortium partners, national research institutions, universities, private sector partners, scaling partners, and international organizations.<br> · Support collaboration with government entities, including the Agricultural Research Center (ARC) Egypt, Desert Research Center (DRC) Egypt, UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), and other relevant regional and national institutions.<br> · Represent WS5 in technical meetings, workshops, conferences, and stakeholder consultations.<br> · Facilitate knowledge exchange among participating countries and institutions.<br> · Promote alignment of WS5 activities with national and regional RPW management priorities.<br> Capacity Development and Scaling · Collaborate with ICARDA’s Communications Team to translate technical findings into briefs, infographics, and presentations.<br> · Ensure scientific outputs are accessible to policy and decision-making audiences.<br> · Support development of strategic narratives and outreach materials.<br> Communications and Knowledge Translation · Work closely with the Communications and Knowledge Management team to disseminate WS5 achievements and results.<br> · Contribute technical content for policy briefs, factsheets, newsletters, scientific publications, and presentations.<br> · Support translation of scientific findings into practical recommendations for policymakers, extension services, and farmers.<br> · Ensure visibility of donor and consortium contributions in accordance with approved communications guidelines.<br> Resource Mobilization and Strategic Contribution · Identify opportunities for leveraging and expanding WS5 activities.<br> · Contribute technical inputs to concept notes, proposals, and resource mobilization efforts.<br> · Support planning for future phases and scale-up of successful interventions.<br> · Contribute scientific input to strategic planning discussions within the Consortium.<br> Terms of appointment, salary, and benefits This is an internationally recruited staff position for which ICARDA offers an attractive compensation package including a competitive salary, medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, five months’ maternity leave, 15 days’ paternity leave.<br> The successful candidate will be offered an initial contract of 2 years, renewable subject to continued need for the position, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.<br> The first year will be probationary period.<br> Please be advised that ICARDA accepts applications only in English, as per the organization's standard communication language.<br> Applications in other languages will not be considered.<br> Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.<br> Education, qualifications, and experience · A Ph.<br>D. in the agricultural science fields such as entomology, plant protection, Agricultural economics, and pest management; in closely related fields such as public policy or social sciences; or other related fields that directly relate to agricultural science, technology, and innovation.<br> · 8-10 years of experience and progressive levels of responsibility for projects on topics such as integrated pest management, innovation scaling, or public policy.<br> · Strong understanding of insect biology, surveillance, monitoring, control technologies, and integrated pest management approaches.<br> · Experience with innovation scaling strategies and the use of evidence-based frameworks for expanding the reach and impact of agricultural innovations across diverse socio-economic and agroecological systems, with an emphasis on issues such as market integration, policy alignment, and stakeholder empowerment.<br> · Experience working with government agencies, research institutions, private sector partners, and development organizations.<br> · Experience in project/program monitoring, evaluation, and learning approaches, as well as impact assessment methods and tools.<br> · Strong project management, planning, reporting, and coordination skills.<br> · Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.<br> · Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.<br> · Written and verbal communication skills in Arabic preferred.<br> · Demonstrated experience in proposal development and resource mobilization is desirable.<br></span> </div>
Senior Product Design Engineer - UAE National Only, Data Center Engineering - Electrical Products and Services
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<p>Amazon Web Services is hiring a Product Design Engineer for the Electrical Products and Services engineering team. This electrical product focused team is a part of a global engineering team, responsible for the design and continuous innovation for products used within our rapidly expanding data center foot print.<br>The Electrical Product Engineering team at Amazon works to design and develop resilient, cost-effective electrical distribution products and systems. As engineers at Amazon, we are responsible for achieving a world class uptime for our customers. We justify and communicate the technical decisions we make to Sr. Management and work hard to drive continuous advancements and improvements with our designs. As an engineer at Amazon, you have the ability to drive change and define/design the systems our customers rely on.<br>We are seeking a Product Design Engineer with an Electrical Engineering background with hands-on experience in new product design and development of electrical power distribution equipment such as Low Voltage Switchgear, Power Distribution Cabinets or LV panel boards. If you can design electrical power distribution product/s and equipment, help to test and successfully test the products per latest codes and standards using third party test laboratories then you will be a good fit. You will directly lead product design and development and be a part of the process from concept to implementation. You must be capable of defining equipment specifications and evaluating the merit of design changes. You will be relied on as a subject matter expert in the product design field<br>About AIS <br>AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.<br>You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. <br>Key job responsibilities<br>- Supports the Data Center Design Engineering, Principal Engineering, and Hardware Engineering teams to design and develop innovative concepts into new products needed for power distribution for data center.<br>- Lead new product design, development and work with internal teams to understand design requirements and solicit customer input.<br>- Collaborate with other disciplines such as mechanical and structural engineering, reliability, QA/QC and compliance to create well thought out products.<br>- Creation of designs which meet or exceed our quality requirements while delivering a return on investment.<br>- Work with global suppliers and manufacturers to specify appropriate electrical equipment, devices and bill of materials.<br>- Ensure compliance with federal, state and municipal requirements and building codes across different countries.<br>- Prepare, Review and approval of product design and drawings including electrical bill of materials, configuration, layouts, assembly, construction and electrical wiring drawings.<br>- Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests prior to, and during manufacturing phases.<br>- Work with field engineering and commissioning teams to properly set up test processes and validate installation, operation, and performance of electrical products.<br>- Ability to work on concurrent projects in multiple geographical regions.<br>- Support of Operations including failure mode and root cause analysis, maintenance and troubleshooting support, and operating procedure review.<br>- Be a leader within the group as well as within internal and external teams that support the data center.<br>- Having fun while offering creative, out of the box solutions.<br>A day in the life<br>As a Senior Product Design Engineer, you'll focus on developing electrical power distribution products and systems that support our expanding data center operations. Your day might include reviewing design specifications with internal stakeholders to understand evolving requirements, collaborating with mechanical and structural engineers to refine product concepts, or coordinating with third-party testing laboratories to validate that designs meet the latest codes and standards. You'll also work with global suppliers to evaluate equipment options, prepare detailed electrical drawings and bills of materials, and support field teams during installation and commissioning. Throughout your work, you'll balance multiple concurrent projects across different geographical regions while serving as a technical resource for colleagues and external partners.<br>About the team<br>We are a global electrical engineering team dedicated to designing and continuously innovating the electrical distribution products and systems that form the backbone of Amazon's data center infrastructure. Our team works collaboratively across disciplines—including mechanical engineering, reliability, quality assurance, and compliance—to create products that meet rigorous quality standards while delivering strong returns on investment. We partner with engineering service providers, manufacturers, vendors, inspectors, and testing laboratories to bring concepts to life. Our vision is to advance electrical distribution technology through thoughtful design, continuous improvement, and creative problem-solving. You'll join a group that values technical expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to communicate complex engineering decisions to senior leadership. We're excited to welcome someone who can contribute to our mission of achieving world-class uptime for our customers while helping us scale our operations efficiently.<br>About AWS<br>Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.<br>Diverse Experiences<br>AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.<br>Inclusive Team Culture<br>Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.<br>Mentorship & Career Growth<br>We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.<br>Work/Life Balance<br>We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.<br>- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field<br>- Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment<br>- Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities<br>- Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities<br>- Professional Engineering or Architectural License<br>- Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region<br>- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production<br>- Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents<br>Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.</p><br> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5">
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<p>Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC Senior Automation & Control Engineer for ADNOC Gas to join us and make an impact within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business.</p><br> <p>Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be at client office in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.</p><br> <p><strong>The Role</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>The PMC Senior Automation & Control Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership, engineering assurance, and oversight of Automation, Instrumentation & Control Systems throughout FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up phases of major Oil & Gas projects.</li> <li>The position will monitor and review the EPC Contractor's engineering activities and deliverables, ensuring compliance with project specifications, client requirements, standards, applicable international codes, approved design philosophies, quality requirements, schedule, and HSE objectives.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Our Clients and Projects </strong></p><br> <p><strong>Designing the future. Transforming the world</strong></p><br> <p>Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.</p><br> <p>We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory. </p><br> <p>Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.</p><br> <p><strong>What we can offer</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector</li> <li>Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business </li> <li>Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market </li> <li>Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment</li> <li>Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover <br> End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit</li> <li>The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company</li> <li>Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5-year service milestones</li> <li>Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests </li> <li>Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession </li> <li>Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field</li> </ul> <br> <br> <br> <br><br><br> Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com<br> <b>Diversity Statement </b><br> We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br><p><strong>Autotomation & Control Engineering</strong></p><br><ul><li><span>Lead and provide technical assurance for Automation and Control engineering activities.</span></li><li><span>Review and approve EPC Contractor engineering deliverables related to:</span><ul><li><span>DCS / ICSS</span></li><li><span>PLC and SCADA systems</span></li><li><span>ESD / SIS</span></li><li><span>Fire & Gas systems</span></li><li><span>HIPPS, where applicable</span></li><li><span>Control system architecture</span></li><li><span>Cause & Effect diagrams</span></li><li><span>Control narratives and philosophies</span></li><li><span>I/O lists and instrument indexes</span></li><li><span>Alarm and trip philosophy</span></li><li><span>Logic diagrams and functional specifications</span></li><li><span>Sequence and interlock diagrams</span></li><li><span>System configuration and database documents</span></li><li><span>Communication and network architecture</span></li></ul></li><li><span>Ensure automation systems are designed for safe, reliable, maintainable, and efficient plant operation.</span></li><li><span>Review interfaces between control systems, package units, electrical systems, and other plant systems.</span></li></ul><p><strong>PMC / EPC Contractor Management</strong></p><br><ul><li><span>Monitor and manage EPC Contractor progress for Automation & Control engineering activities.</span></li><li><span>Review contractor deliverables, technical submissions, calculations, specifications, and design documents.</span></li><li><span>Identify engineering gaps, technical risks, delays, and non-conformities and recommend corrective actions.</span></li><li><span>Ensure engineering deliverables are completed in accordance with the approved project schedule.</span></li><li><span>Participate in technical meetings, progress meetings, design reviews, HAZOP/HAZID, SIL assessments, model reviews, and interface meetings.</span></li><li><span>Review and respond to technical queries, deviations, concessions, and requests for information.</span></li><li><span>Coordinate with the Client/IPMT, EPC Contractor, OEMs, vendors, Operations, Maintenance, and other engineering disciplines.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Control System & ICSS</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Provide technical oversight of DCS, SIS/ESD, F&G, PLC, SCADA, and associated automation systems.</span></li><li><span>Review system architecture, redundancy, availability, cybersecurity interfaces, communication networks, and system capacity.</span></li><li><span>Review control logic, sequences, interlocks, permissives, trips, alarms, and shutdown functions.</span></li><li><span>Ensure proper integration of packaged equipment control systems with the main plant ICSS.</span></li><li><span>Review Modbus, OPC, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus, IEC 61850, or other applicable communication interfaces.</span></li><li><span>Verify that automation systems meet project functional and operational requirements</span></li></ul><p>Safety Instrumented Systems</p><br><ul><li><span>Participate in SIL assessments and review SIL-related engineering deliverables.</span></li><li><span>Review SRS, logic diagrams, cause & effect, voting arrangements, shutdown philosophy, and proof-test requirements.</span></li><li><span>Ensure compliance with IEC 61508 / IEC 61511 and project requirements.</span></li><li><span>Review SIS/ESD/F&G interfaces and cause-and-effect implementation.</span></li></ul><p><span>Vendor & Package Equipment Coordination</span></p><br><ul><li><span>Review vendor documentation for control and automation packages.</span></li><li><span>Coordinate with DCS, SIS, F&G, PLC, compressor, turbine, pump, analyzer, metering, and other package vendors.</span></li><li><span>Review vendor drawings, data sheets, functional specifications, communication requirements, and interface documents.</span></li><li><span>Participate in technical bid evaluations and vendor clarification meetings.</span></li><li><span>Monitor vendor document submissions and close technical comments.</span></li></ul><p>Testing, Commissioning & Start-Up</p><br><ul><li><span>Review and witness FAT, I-FAT, SAT, and other system testing activities.</span></li><li><span>Verify control logic, alarms, trips, interlocks, sequences, and cause & effect functionality.</span></li><li><span>Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, loop checking, functional testing, and system integration.</span></li><li><span>Review test procedures and results and ensure punch-list items are properly closed.</span></li><li><span>Provide technical support during start-up and troubleshooting of automation systems.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Quality, Standards & Compliance</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Ensure compliance with:</span></p><br><ul><li><span>ADNOC standards and project specifications</span></li><li><span>IEC standards</span></li><li><span>ISA standards</span></li><li><span>IEC 61508 / IEC 61511</span></li><li><span>API standards, where applicable</span></li><li><span>NFPA requirements, where applicable</span></li><li><span>Client engineering standards and approved philosophies</span></li><li><span>Applicable UAE statutory and regulatory requirements</span></li></ul><p>Interface Management</p><br><ul><li><span>Coordinate Automation & Control interfaces with Process, Instrumentation, Electrical, Mechanical, Piping, Telecom, Cybersecurity, and Operations disciplines.</span></li><li><span>Resolve multidisciplinary technical issues and interface discrepancies.</span></li><li><span>Ensure consistency between process design, instrumentation, control philosophy, cause & effect, and automation implementation.</span></li><li><span>Participate in interdisciplinary design reviews and constructability reviews.</span></li></ul><p>Technical Reporting</p><br><ul><li><span>Prepare technical review comments, engineering status reports, progress reports, and technical recommendations.</span></li><li><span>Track engineering deliverables, comments, approvals, and outstanding actions.</span></li><li><span>Escalate critical technical, quality, cost, and schedule issues to PMC management.</span></li><li><span>Maintain effective technical documentation and engineering records.</span></li></ul><br><br><br><br><br><br>Qualifications:<br><p><b>What makes you remarkable</b></p><br><p>At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. </p><br><ul><li>Bachelor of Science degree in Instrument, Electrical or Electronics Engineering </li><li>Minimum 1<span>5+ years of relevant Automation, Instrumentation & Control experience for a senior PMC position.</span></li><li><span>Significant Oil & Gas experience, preferably in major upstream, gas processing, LNG, refinery, or petrochemical projects.</span></li><li><span>Proven experience in FEED, EPC, PMC, commissioning, and/or operational environments.</span></li><li><span>Strong experience with DCS, SIS/ESD, F&G, PLC/SCADA, and ICSS.</span></li><li><span>Experience managing and technically reviewing EPC Contractor and system/vendor deliverables.</span></li><li><span>Previous ADNOC or major Middle East Oil & Gas project experience is highly desirable.</span></li></ul> </div>
Senior Vice President, Middle East & Africa - Payments Controls and Regulatory Management Risk Manager - Services
Accounting, Finance & Banking
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<p>Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in analysis, credit, problem solving and communication to the Controls and Regulatory Management (C&RM) team.</p><br><br><br><p>By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.</p><br><br><br><p><b>Team/Role Overview:</b></p><br><br><br><p>This is an exciting opportunity to be the part of an established team in Citi’s Services’ Controls and Regulatory Management (C&RM) organization based in United Arab Emirates with senior responsibilities across the Middle East and Africa Cluster for Payments business (part of Services).</p><br><br><br><p>The Controls and Regulatory Management (C&RM) function is part of Services’ 1st line of defense, and the MEA Payments Cluster team manages risk in alignment to this, as well as within the wider Middle East and Africa (MEA) Franchise given the unique Regulatory regimes that are at play.</p><br><br><br><p>The Payments Controls and Regulatory Management Risk Lead is a High impact leadership role within MEA Payments business, reports directly to the Global Head of Payments C&RM (Managing Director) and will be part of the Global Payments C&RM Leadership team, with a mandate to manage the MEA Payments Risk & Controls team, embed a strong risk and control culture, support the local Payments business risk agenda and drive execution to make sure a robust framework exists to manage and mitigate operational, compliance and regulatory risks across the business.</p><br><br><br><p>The Cluster role for Payments leads the identification of opportunities to enhance our Regulatory and Controls environment for key risks relevant to the MEA cluster (operational, regulatory, and enterprise-level risks) and provides Risk SME support across the cluster to the Payments business, as required.</p><br><br><br><p>The role works closely with key stakeholders across Services (Cluster peers, Product, Operations and Technology) and partners with other teams across Citi for execution.</p><br><br><br><p><b>What you’ll do:</b></p><br><br><br><ul><li>Lead a team of MEA based Business Risk managers, who are currently dedicated to risk management within the MEA countries, Governance and Regulatory agendas.</li><li>Act as key point of contact for Payment’s business (including Operations) across MEA Services and support all initiatives and agendas that are within Services remit, as required.</li><li>Identify enhancements to documentation, controls and / or processes in place to comply with local Risk requirements and any associated regulation.</li><li>Lead escalation for MEA Payments Senior Management in Citi in line with firmwide guidelines.</li><li>Act as a key resource for MEA Cluster to advise and support on the effective design and implementation of key controls and processes across relevant Operational Risk stripes.</li><li>Serve as a key contributor to relevant Payments and Services Cluster forums.</li><li>Responsible for the coordination and comprehensive management of issues with key stakeholders</li><li>Oversee the operations of Citi's governance committees, including chair meetings, managing agendas, and ensuring follow-up on action items.</li></ul><br><p>This role sits within the Cluster Payments C&RM team that has various duties in the oversight and management of the following matters for Payments business, including:</p><br><br><br><ul><li>Prudential and Regulatory Risk (includes Reg Change, Reg Implementation and Reg Reporting, and any BAU, ad-hoc, or escalated Reg interactions)</li><li>Business Risk Governance (incudes Issue Management and Oversight)</li><li>Operational and Processing Risk (includes Operational Risk Events, Control reviews)</li><li>MCA - Manager Control Assessment (both BAU oversight and executing transformation deliverables)</li><li>Escalations (Operational events, Tech events, internal business escalations)</li><li>Third Party Management (Vendors, FMIs (market utilities) and Agent Banks; support of due diligence reviews and various attestations)</li><li>Ops Resiliency</li></ul><br><p>This role will have specific duties initially focused on Prudential and Regulatory Risk, with the heightened focus and increased number of regulations across the markets. It will also have backup and coverage duties across the other Risk and Control functions mentioned above.</p><br><br><br><p>This is a team lead role, at a senior level, that requires requisite skills, experience in regulatory environment for Payments preferred, with the ability to build, drive, implement and influence to implement change and remediate gaps in current Payments Controls program for MEA Cluster. </p><br><br><br><p>The role works closely with Compliance, Legal, Product Managers and Business Heads, Controls teams, partners in Operations and Technology, and second line/functional partners in Risk, Operational Risk Management, Fraud Risk Management and Legal.<br> </p><br><br><p><b>What we’ll need from you:</b></p><br><br><br><ul><li>Sound Knowledge of the Payments business and products (Clearing, Real Time Payments, Cross Border Payments etc..)</li><li>Minimum ten years in the Financial Services industry</li><li>Experience with Controls</li><li>Committed to delivering results with exceptional execution skills</li><li>Experience with Enterprise Risk Management, Risk Frameworks</li><li>Ability to lead and drive controls the products and functions</li><li>Ability to manage through influence</li><li>Risk-based thinking and analytical mindset</li><li>Exhibits high level of accountability and ownership ensuring timely issue resolution and continuous process improvement.</li><li>Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to drive performance and accountability across cross-functional teams.</li><li>Ability to interact and communicate effectively with Senior leaders, Cluster and Product managers and wider partner areas; ability to engage and inspire across stakeholder groups</li><li>Strong track record of effectively assessing and managing competing priorities to deliver high quality and timely output.</li><li>Ability to work on virtual projects and across virtual teams to get work done</li><li>Strategy and execution skills to prioritize areas of focus while also driving implementation in a large, global, and matrixed environment</li><li>Ability to see the big pictures with high attention to critical details.</li><li>Comfortable navigating complex, highly matrixed organizations.</li><li>Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills.</li><li>Excellent Microsoft Office skills and be an advanced user of MS PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, and Project.</li><li>Planning and scheduling skills sufficient to be effective in prioritizing and meeting deadlines.</li><li>Requires an ability to provide challenge and make recommendation for risk and controls remediation.</li><li>Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience</li></ul><br><p><b>What we can offer you:</b></p><br><br><br><ul><li>Opportunity to be part of Services, a strategically critical business within Citi, central to enabling client growth and global cash management solutions. </li><li>The chance to be part of a flexible team that values its people, encourages ownership of work, wants to hear your ideas, values diversity and where you can feel confident that you can bring your whole self to work. </li><li>Leadership role with high visibility and impact across the Payments business and wider Citi franchise.</li><li>The role is Cluster in nature and will entail developing relationships and working with senior stakeholders across multiple countries, products, and control functions in MEA cluster as well as globally.</li><li>The opportunity to shape risk and control culture along with monitoring Citi’s compliance with regulatory requirements across multiple financial products and countries in MEA.<br> </li></ul><p>We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well, and save well.</p><br><br><br><p>Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.</p><br><br><br><p><b>Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.</b> </p><br><br><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>------------------------------------------------------</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><br><br><b>Job Family Group: </b>Risk Management<p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>------------------------------------------------------</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><br><br><b>Job Family:</b>In-Business Risk<p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>------------------------------------------------------</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><br><br><b>Time Type:</b>Full time<p><span><span>------------------------------------------------------</span></span></p><br><br><b>Most Relevant Skills </b>Analytical Thinking, Controls Lifecycle, Credible Challenge, Governance, Policy, Procedure, and Regulation, Risk Management Lifecycle.<p>------------------------------------------------------</p><br><br><b>Other Relevant Skills </b>For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.<p>------------------------------------------------------</p><br><br><p><i><span>Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.</span></i></p><br><br><br><p><i><span>If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review </span></i><i>Accessibility at Citi<span>.</span></i><br><i><span>View Citi’s </span>EEO Policy Statement<span> and the </span>Know Your Rights<span> poster.</span></i></p><br><br><br> </div>
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<span><b>Job Summary</b> <br></span><p><span>The role is responsible for driving the Trade product agenda across the MENA region, excluding UAE, including business growth, product management, stakeholder engagement, risk oversight, governance, and alignment with global Trade objectives.</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>Strategy</strong></span><br><span>• To ensure that sufficient tactical and strategic action plan is articulated so as to maximize the revenue impact of market, customer, business and competitor knowledge by initiating and sponsoring Product Development (New and Enhancements), Portfolio Re-engineering (e.g., repricing and risk allocation) exercises, Product and Sales Promotion campaigns, Service Quality improvements, Training and Product Marketing support for Trade services in the region</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>Business</strong></span><br><span>• To understand the dynamics of international and domestic trade in the MENA region with a view to size the market for Trade Services in all the Standard Chartered territories and any important but yet un-represented countries.</span><br><span>• To understand customer buying behavior and needs to develop well researched customer value propositions (CVPs) positioned to increased trade revenue (new products, enhancements, service delivery initiatives, portfolio re-engineering (repricing etc.), product and sales promotion campaigns and alliances)</span><br><span>• To develop and maintain a system to capture competitor and regulatory information on Trade.</span><br><span>• To work closely with coverage in MENA and provide leadership from a Product Management perspective on the Trade business</span><br><span>• To continuously scan and manage the composition and trends in Standard Chartered’s Trade Services portfolio and validate them against market, customer and competitor knowledge. This should enable Standard Chartered to identify and plan for opportunities and threats to protect/grow Trade Revenue.</span><br><span>• Manage and deliver the TB end-to-end product objectives within the region for Trade in alignment with global objectives for the product line , including financial and non-financial performance, enhancement of capabilities, product and client access future strategies, and oversight of risk and governance in alignment with the Product Head for Trade.</span></p><br><br><b>Key Responsibilities</b> <br><p><span><strong>Processes</strong></span><br><span>• To understand the dynamics of international and domestic trade in the MENA region with a view to size the market for Trade Services in all the Standard Chartered territories and any important but yet un-represented countries.</span><br><span>• To understand customer buying behavior and needs to develop well researched customer value propositions (CVPs) positioned to increased trade revenue (new products, enhancements, service delivery initiatives, portfolio re-engineering (repricing etc.), product and sales promotion campaigns and alliances)</span><br><span>• To develop and maintain a system to capture competitor and regulatory information on Trade.</span><br><span>• To work closely with coverage in MENA and provide leadership from a Product Management perspective on the Trade business</span><br><span>• To continuously scan and manage the composition and trends in Standard Chartered’s Trade Services portfolio and validate them against market, customer and competitor knowledge. This should enable Standard Chartered to identify and plan for opportunities and threats to protect/grow Trade Revenue.</span><br><span>• Manage and deliver the TB end-to-end product objectives within the region for Trade in alignment with global objectives for the product line , including financial and non-financial performance, enhancement of capabilities, product and client access future strategies, and oversight of risk and governance in alignment with the Product Head for Trade.</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>People & Talent</strong></span><br><span>• Lead through example and build the appropriate culture and values. Set appropriate tone and expectations from their team and work in collaboration with risk and control partners.</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>Risk Management</strong></span><br><span>• Identify and mitigate the Operational, Credit, Regulatory and Business conduct risks relating to Trade.</span><br><span>• Work with operations to improve overall service standards and to ensure that quality of service to customers remains superior to competition</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>Governance</strong></span><br><span>• Ensure timely renewal of country addendums (CAs) and proactively work with stakeholders to identify and quantify new and existing risks.</span></p><br><br> <br><p><span><strong>Regulatory & Business Conduct</strong></span><br><span>• Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group’s Values and Code of Conduct. </span><br><span>• Take 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.</span><br><span>• Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters.</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>Key stakeholders</strong></span><br><span>Internal</span><br><span>• Regional Product Head</span><br><span>• Regional TB Head</span><br><span>• TB Country Heads</span><br><span>• Regional TB Segment Heads</span><br><span>• CCIB RMs/ Unit Heads</span><br><span>• Trade Operations </span></p><br><br>
<p><span>External</span><br><span>• Corporate customers/prospects (Finance Directors, Treasurers etc.)</span><br><span>• Major freight forwarders, Insurance companies, Special relationship banks and Electronic Commerce Organizers</span><br><span>• Industry Forums e.g. Chambers of Commerce etc.</span></p><br><br><b>Skills and Experience</b> <br><ul>
<li><span>Strong <strong>Trade Product</strong> experience with proven <strong>front-line/client-facing</strong> responsibility.</span></li>
<li><span>People Management experience leading teams.</span></li>
<li><strong><span>Expertise In:</span></strong><span> Documentary Trade, Trade Lending, Open Account Solutions.</span></li>
<li><span>Good knowledge of Letters of Guarantee, Commodities Finance, and Supply Chain solutions (Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable).</span></li>
<li><span>Experience in Trade Product Management, Sales/Sales Management, Trade Banking Operations, and Strategic Planning.</span></li>
<li><span>Strong commercial mindset with exposure to marketing, product promotion, customer research, and market analysis.</span></li>
<li><span>Preferred Languages</span></li>
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<li><span> English: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</span></li>
<li><span> Arabic: Preferred but not mandatory, as the role supports stakeholders and clients across the MENA region.</span></li>
</ul><br><b>Qualifications</b> <br><p><span>Training Training on Trade products and Digitization</span></p><br><br><b>About Standard Chartered</b> <br><p>We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can't wait to see the talents you can bring us.</p><br><br>
<p>Our purpose, to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours. When you work with us, you'll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion.</p><br><br>
<p>Together we:</p><br><br>
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<li><b>Do the right thing</b> and are assertive, challenge one another, and live with integrity, while putting the client at the heart of what we do</li>
<li><b>Never settle,</b> continuously striving to improve and innovate, keeping things simple and learning from doing well, and not so well</li>
<li><b>Are better together,</b> we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term</li>
</ul><br><b>What we offer</b> <br><p><b>In line with our Fair Pay Charter,</b> we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.</p><br><br>
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<li><b>Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance,</b> with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.</li>
<li><b>Time-off</b> including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.</li>
<li><b>Flexible working</b> options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.</li>
<li><b>Proactive wellbeing support</b> through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits</li>
<li><b>A continuous learning culture</b> to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.</li>
<li><b>Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation,</b> one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.</li>
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<p>Amazon Web Services is hiring a Product Design Engineer for the Electrical Products and Services engineering team. This electrical product focused team is a part of a global engineering team, responsible for the design and continuous innovation for products used within our rapidly expanding data center foot print.<br>The Electrical Product Engineering team at Amazon works to design and develop resilient, cost-effective electrical distribution products and systems. As engineers at Amazon, we are responsible for achieving a world class uptime for our customers. We justify and communicate the technical decisions we make to Sr. Management and work hard to drive continuous advancements and improvements with our designs. As an engineer at Amazon, you have the ability to drive change and define/design the systems our customers rely on.<br>We are seeking a Product Design Engineer with an Electrical Engineering background with hands-on experience in new product design and development of electrical power distribution equipment such as Low Voltage Switchgear, Power Distribution Cabinets or LV panel boards. If you can design electrical power distribution product/s and equipment, help to test and successfully test the products per latest codes and standards using third party test laboratories then you will be a good fit. You will directly lead product design and development and be a part of the process from concept to implementation. You must be capable of defining equipment specifications and evaluating the merit of design changes. You will be relied on as a subject matter expert in the product design field<br>About AIS <br>AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.<br>You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. <br>Key job responsibilities<br>- Supports the Data Center Design Engineering, Principal Engineering, and Hardware Engineering teams to design and develop innovative concepts into new products needed for power distribution for data center.<br>- Lead new product design, development and work with internal teams to understand design requirements and solicit customer input.<br>- Collaborate with other disciplines such as mechanical and structural engineering, reliability, QA/QC and compliance to create well thought out products.<br>- Creation of designs which meet or exceed our quality requirements while delivering a return on investment.<br>- Work with global suppliers and manufacturers to specify appropriate electrical equipment, devices and bill of materials.<br>- Ensure compliance with federal, state and municipal requirements and building codes across different countries.<br>- Prepare, Review and approval of product design and drawings including electrical bill of materials, configuration, layouts, assembly, construction and electrical wiring drawings.<br>- Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests prior to, and during manufacturing phases.<br>- Work with field engineering and commissioning teams to properly set up test processes and validate installation, operation, and performance of electrical products.<br>- Ability to work on concurrent projects in multiple geographical regions.<br>- Support of Operations including failure mode and root cause analysis, maintenance and troubleshooting support, and operating procedure review.<br>- Be a leader within the group as well as within internal and external teams that support the data center.<br>- Having fun while offering creative, out of the box solutions.<br>A day in the life<br>As a Senior Product Design Engineer, you'll focus on developing electrical power distribution products and systems that support our expanding data center operations. Your day might include reviewing design specifications with internal stakeholders to understand evolving requirements, collaborating with mechanical and structural engineers to refine product concepts, or coordinating with third-party testing laboratories to validate that designs meet the latest codes and standards. You'll also work with global suppliers to evaluate equipment options, prepare detailed electrical drawings and bills of materials, and support field teams during installation and commissioning. Throughout your work, you'll balance multiple concurrent projects across different geographical regions while serving as a technical resource for colleagues and external partners.<br>About the team<br>We are a global electrical engineering team dedicated to designing and continuously innovating the electrical distribution products and systems that form the backbone of Amazon's data center infrastructure. Our team works collaboratively across disciplines—including mechanical engineering, reliability, quality assurance, and compliance—to create products that meet rigorous quality standards while delivering strong returns on investment. We partner with engineering service providers, manufacturers, vendors, inspectors, and testing laboratories to bring concepts to life. Our vision is to advance electrical distribution technology through thoughtful design, continuous improvement, and creative problem-solving. You'll join a group that values technical expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to communicate complex engineering decisions to senior leadership. We're excited to welcome someone who can contribute to our mission of achieving world-class uptime for our customers while helping us scale our operations efficiently.<br>About AWS<br>Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.<br>Diverse Experiences<br>AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.<br>Inclusive Team Culture<br>Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.<br>Mentorship & Career Growth<br>We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.<br>Work/Life Balance<br>We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.<br>- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field<br>- Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment<br>- Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities<br>- Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities<br>- Professional Engineering or Architectural License<br>- Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region<br>- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production<br>- Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents<br>Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.</p><br> </div>
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Technical Lead - GPU Infrastructure based in United Arab Emirates.<br><br>This is a hands-on technical leadership role responsible for architecting and delivering a large-scale GPU infrastructure platform.<br><br>You will lead the evolution from managed Kubernetes workloads toward bare-metal GPU infrastructure, including Slurm-based research computing and Kubernetes-powered inference.<br><br>The role combines deep systems expertise with engineering leadership, team management, and direct ownership of architecture and delivery.<br><br>You will oversee a distributed team spanning backend, frontend, Dev Ops, QA, and documentation while maintaining high technical standards.<br><br>Your work will support research, model training, and managed inference workloads requiring reliable, scalable, and observable GPU compute.<br><br>You will also serve as the primary technical interface with infrastructure partners, hardware providers, and internal platform consumers.<br><br>This is an opportunity to shape the architecture and operational foundations of a sophisticated GPU platform in a fully remote environment.<br><br>Accountabilities<br><br>The Technical Lead will own the platform architecture and engineering delivery while remaining deeply involved in technical decisions, infrastructure operations, team leadership, and partner relationships.<br><br>Own the end-to-end platform architecture, including architecture proposals, high-level and low-level designs, technical reviews, and ongoing architecture documentation. Lead and line-manage a distributed engineering team across backend, frontend, Dev Ops, QA, and documentation. Establish engineering standards, oversee code and design reviews, manage release gates, conduct one-to-ones, and provide growth and performance feedback. Design, build, and operate a managed Slurm service supporting research and model-training workloads. Own Slurm controllers, accounting, partitions, login nodes, node onboarding, acceptance testing, driver and CUDA baselines, upgrades, stalled-job detection, node health, draining, autohealing, storage visibility, identity, and workload isolation. Lead GPU infrastructure operations on bare-metal environments, including NVIDIA drivers, CUDA, Fabric Manager, NVSwitch, DCGM, MIG, node burn-in, and acceptance processes. Own Kubernetes cluster bootstrap and lifecycle on partner-provided bare metal, including NVIDIA GPU Operator and Network Operator. Oversee GPU isolation using technologies such as Kube Virt and VFIO and manage day-two infrastructure operations, upgrades, backup, recovery, and node replacement. Define managed inference architecture covering serving, multi-GPU and multi-node parallelism, autoscaling, request routing, endpoint reliability, and confidential-compute capabilities. Establish observability across the control plane, GPU fleet, and application layers through metrics, logging, alerting, and SLOs. Lead incident response, post-incident reviews, and the development of an on-call model that is sustainable for a lean engineering organization. Act as the primary technical interface with infrastructure partners and vendors, translating requirements into written specifications and acceptance tests. Manage technical escalations with partners through resolution and contribute to capacity planning and hardware sourcing decisions. Work directly with research, model-training, and product teams to translate workloads into platform requirements and manage capacity constraints. Hire and develop members of the platform team while maintaining a high technical bar. Contribute to architecture decisions involving distributed systems, high-performance computing, networking, storage, virtualization, and GPU workloads.<br><br>Requirements<br><br>The ideal candidate combines deep hands-on GPU and infrastructure expertise with proven technical leadership experience. They should be comfortable operating complex production systems, making architecture decisions, leading distributed teams, and remaining close to the code and infrastructure.<br><br>8+ years of hands-on engineering experience, including at least 3 years leading teams responsible for infrastructure platforms used by other teams. Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Extensive hands-on experience operating Slurm in production, including slurmctld, slurmdbd, partitions, QoS, priority, accounting, prolog and epilog, node health, and upgrades. Experience operating HPC or GPU training clusters for research or model-development users. Strong experience operating NVIDIA GPU fleets on bare metal, including driver and CUDA lifecycles, Fabric Manager, NVSwitch, DCGM, MIG, node burn-in, and acceptance. Deep knowledge of Infini Band, subnet configuration, RDMA, SR-IOV, and diagnosing multi-node NCCL performance issues. Strong Linux systems expertise, including kernel modules, drivers, PCIe passthrough, vfio-pci, cgroups, namespaces, and performance tuning. Proven production Kubernetes experience covering control planes, upgrades, CNI, CSI, operators, custom controllers, and multi-tenancy. Experience with HPC storage and large-scale data movement, including shared filesystems such as VAST, Lustre, or NFS and node-local NVMe caching. Experience distributing large model weights and datasets across multiple nodes. Strong observability and operations experience with Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, or comparable platforms, including SLOs, incident response, and post-incident reviews. Working proficiency in Java Script and Node.js sufficient to review control-plane, CLI, and worker services and make architecture decisions. Experience delivering a multi-tenant Iaa S, Paa S, research computing service, or comparable platform with resource isolation, quotas, usage metering, APIs, and CLI interfaces. Demonstrated people leadership across time zones and the ability to lead cross-functional technical reviews. Strong written architecture and decision-making skills, including documenting alternatives and trade-offs. Confidence communicating technical decisions and respectfully challenging partners or executives when necessary. Excellent written and spoken English. Fully remote availability with a working location between UTC and UTC+5:30 to provide overlap with teams and partners across Europe and India. Willingness to travel occasionally to partner sites and team events.<br><br>Desirable Experience Includes<br><br>Slurm operators on Kubernetes, such as Soperator or Slinky, or Kubernetes-native schedulers such as Kueue, Volcano, KAI, or Kubeflow Trainer. Modern model-serving technologies such as v LLM, SGLang, or Tensor RT-LLM. GPU parallelism strategies, quantization trade-offs, and GPU memory planning. Multi-tenant GPU isolation using Kube Virt, Kata Containers, QEMU/KVM, Firecracker, or similar technologies. Confidential computing technologies such as Intel TDX, AMD SEV-SNP, or NVIDIA confidential-compute capabilities. Cluster API, kubeadm, Cilium, GPU autohealing, infrastructure as code, and Git Ops. Experience working on the operator side of a GPU cloud, university or national HPC center, or AI research platform. Peer-to-peer or distributed-systems experience. Experience working with hardware providers responsible for provisioning but not operating infrastructure, including establishing contracts and acceptance tests.<br><br>Benefits<br><br>100% remote position. Opportunity to lead the architecture and delivery of a sophisticated GPU infrastructure platform. High-impact technical leadership role spanning bare-metal GPU infrastructure, Slurm, Kubernetes, inference, and observability. Leadership responsibility for a distributed engineering organization across multiple technical disciplines. Significant ownership over architecture, engineering standards, delivery planning, and team development. Direct involvement with infrastructure partners and hardware providers. Opportunity to support advanced AI research, model training, and managed inference workloads. International and distributed working environment with colleagues and partners across Europe and India. Occasional opportunities for travel to partner locations and team events. Opportunity to work at the intersection of high-performance computing, AI infrastructure, distributed systems, and cloud-native technologies.<br><br>How Jobgether Works<br><br>We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.<br><br>We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!<br><br> Why Apply Through Jobgether?<br><br>Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. 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Company Description<br> <br>Work with Us. Change the World.<br> <br>At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.<br> <br>There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.<br> <br>We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.<br> <br>Job Description<br> <br>The Associate – Landscape operating as a senior design professional is responsible for driving strategy, innovation, and excellence in the design and delivery of landscape architecture projects. This role combines hands-on project leadership with team management, technical oversight, and client engagement. The Associate plays a key role in shaping project outcomes, mentoring staff, and contributing to the studio’s growth and reputation through thought leadership, quality assurance, and business development.<br> <br>Responsibilities:<br> May be required to act as a line manager and should be able to mentor, monitor timekeeping, conduct performance reviews, and provide feedback on assigned technical staff. Play an active role in the technical development of the allocated team. Acts in a supporting role to the Team Leader/ Manager/ Associate Director /Director by delegating work and directing less experienced staff to complete assigned projects' technical tasks. Able to monitor and track the budget for specific tasks within the project. Take the lead on multiple landscape architecture projects and define roles and responsibilities. Lead client interface and manage projects' contractual requirements. Planned and conducted design and creative review sessions for ongoing projects and competitions. Identify skills gaps, source, interview, and recruit new joiners. Present market research outcomes and develop a thought leadership presentation for the wider team. Well aware of landscape architecture standards generally applied across landscape architecture projects sourced from landscape architecture authorities and regulatory guidelines. Drive and conduct site opportunity and constraint studies for projects, present proposals internally and externally, and derive design ideas for implementation and further consideration. Contribute to discussions and design drivers within the studio's ethos. Establish innovative visions for the projects that align with the studio ethos, the site's potential, and the project brief. Lead landscape architecture project deliverables with applicable landscape architecture authorities and client requirements. Ensure the compliance of deliverables with the scope of work and contracts. Clearly understand the scopes of Architecture, urban planning, and landscape, as well as the synergies and overlaps between them, on projects and in the studio. Able to develop new landscape architecture and building typologies applicable to projects and sites with conditions. Able to tailor design responses to project-specific conditions. Narrate landscape architecture ideas clearly through literature in reports and presentations, and guide/mentor direct reports in effective report writing. Bridge between delivering design ideas and delivering to budget. Understand client objectives and steer design thinking accordingly. Actively promote innovative landscape architecture attributes and influence peers and reports. Promote the use of innovative digital tools in landscape architecture projects and engage in internal research and development. Identify new potential areas of innovation and improvement in design ideation and presentation that the landscape architecture team can benefit from. Manage, coordinate, and deliver landscape architecture bids and proposals, tailoring technical approaches, methodologies, and delivery structures as needed. Prepare and coordinate the commercial aspects of bids in accordance with project expectations. Structure teams for landscape architecture projects with a clear understanding of project roles and responsibilities. Advocate for quality procedures applicable to the landscape architecture technical practice group and continuously apply thorough self-checks and reviews of deliverables before sharing them. Implement safety in design standards and procedures, and report on safety within and outside the work environment, including any incidents or near misses that may impact staff. Contribute to and participate in one of the U+P steering committees that promote integration, knowledge sharing, digital integration, or diversity and inclusion. Organise internal libraries and update the internal landscape architecture capabilities statement. Promote innovation and change in landscape architecture graphics across projects and document these changes for broader team use. Lead and present internal and external workshops, driving outcomes that benefit projects and the studio. May be required to act as Project Manager on small to medium-sized discipline-specific projects. Has an excellent understanding of project delivery requirements and is well-versed with the company’s procedures. Should be well-versed in using Earned Value Management to assess design progress against budget. Has the ability to build and maintain client relationships. Attend client meetings as the technical lead to gather information, discuss project requirements, and explain/ defend work. Participates in the development and preparation of bids and proposals—the ability to present solutions to clients professionally and technically competently. Understand bid requirements and be able to support putting together the' technical approach and methodologies' while supporting the delivery structure, coordinating input, and implementing the commercial aspects of bids. Supports business development and selling initiatives to expand work assignments, including managing client relationships and expectations. Assists with proposal development and participates in creating bids and technical write-ups for proposals. Leads communication with clients to discuss work scope, requests information to support project execution and receives client comments on draft work products. Presents to clients, senior leadership and other project stakeholders to demonstrate progress and clearly explain design principles. Responsible for coordinating with the other disciplines to ensure no design gaps and provide fully coordinated design deliverables. <br>Qualifications<br> Minimum 10 years of professional experience in landscape architecture, with demonstrated expertise in project design and delivery Bachelors degree in the relevant discipline field. Masters degree preferred. Working towards professional membership in Urban Design or Architecture e.g. RIBA or equivalent in the relevant discipline degree. ping junior design professionals <br>Please note: Applicants should upload a portfolio demonstrating landscape architecture design work along with their application.<br> <br>Additional Information<br> <br>At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.<br> <br>About AECOM<br> <br>AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.<br> <br>AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.<br> <br>What makes AECOM a great place to work<br> <br>You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.<br> <br>As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.<br> <br>Req ID: J10159165<br> <br>Business Line: U&P<br> <br>Business Group: DCS<br> <br>Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa<br> <br>Career Area: Design<br> <br>Work Location Model: Hybrid
Job Purpose<br><br> The specialist role is to ensure efficient controls applied over the operational activities of the accounting section to provide the best services to the internal and external customers. Identifying and resolving workflow and production issues. Addressing and discussing risk exposures issues in the areas which the team acts as independent controller and propose solutions with SSO managements. Develop and establish measures and testing standards for new applications, product or enhancements to existing applications through their development / product life cycle. Analyse documentation and technical specifications of any new application under deployment or consideration to determine its intended functionality. Ensure that testing activities allow applications to meet business requirements and system goals, fulfil end user requirements, and identify existing and potential issues. Report and escalates issues of concern or risk to the FCIS management. Acts as independent controller during the IPO (Initial Public Offering) to ensure that control aspects are covered by the IS team in regard to the Online subscription account, RD matching status reports and the IT reports to ensure that there is no outstanding applications / funds not executed during the exercise. Managing transactions of SSO related activities on Core Banking System, ensuring their successful settlement, avoiding loss and penalties to the bank and clients that could cause the bank Reputational, Financial and Operational Risk. Manage the interest calculation of the short-term deposits and long-term deposits related to ADX listed companies and ensure that interest is paid as per the agreement between FAB and ADX and the rates are captured correctly in the core banking system. Support all Non –Financial transactions processed through Core banking system for the Issuer Services & Custody Businesses, and Asset Management Group. Verify account opening documents to meet the bank procedures requirements. Verify correctness of information captured in core banking system. Verify mandates to request amendments on static data and verify correctness of amendments as per customer requests and instruction in terms of the bank amendment procedures and checklist. In charge of daily Reconciliations of custody client cash and securities positions as Local & Global Custodians on a variety of systems. Accounting team supports the Section Head in his/her role as ORM and BCP coordinators for SSO. Accounting team performing the Account ownership and Verification of all internal accounts used by the department by reconciling and reviewing the daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliation and reporting of the businesses units GLs and financial status and ensure that proper RAG is provided for accounts with mismatch or disputed amounts during AOV monthly update. Report and escalates issues of concern or risk to the FCIS management. Liaise with VAT team in relation to the preparation of the VAT treatment memo on SSO processes. Creating training materials and process manuals.<br><br>Key Accountabilities<br><br>Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures<br><br>Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner. Demonstrate compliance to organization’s values and ethics at all times to support the establishment of a value drive culture within the bank.<br><br>Continuous Improvement<br><br>Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems, processes and practices considering global standards, productivity improvement and cost reduction.<br><br>Reporting<br><br> Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate statements and reports to meet department requirements, policies and quality standards.<br><br>Tasks<br><br>Job Context:<br><br> Control of Daily, Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly reconciliation including, Interbranch /Sundry / Suspense /Call accounts to be reviewed and checked by Section Head, ensuring escalation of all mismatches. Provide services to IS and Custody business, and GAM with regards to validation of financial transactions on Core banking system. Provide services to IS and Custody business, and GAM with regards to executing non-financial transactions on Core banking system. Coordinating with Issuer of Convertible Notes (GMO) and IS for buy back transaction, ensure that reconciliation of records is conducted on monthly basis. Ensure that preparation and execution of End & Beginning of Month tasks are completed on time. Effectively communicate with local & foreign banks, customers and departments within the bank to resolve queries at the earliest & in the most appropriate manner. Assist Section Head on procedure updates and preparation of SLAs for new services and implementation of existing SLAs with SSO Stakeholder and Service Providers. Be the first contact with Reconciliation Department on behalf of SSO for reconciliation of Custody, GAM, & SFAS accounts on daily and weekly basis and ensure that all outstanding items are cleared by following up with concerned department. Meet regularly with Section Head to determine priorities and solving possible problems and risky areas. Arrange for conducting of un-announced check on Issuer Services & IPO Section, ensuring that control on place on the blank cheques and blank certificates and examining the whole cycle of printed and delivered available under Issuer Services Team custody. Assist the Section Head Accounting and Control in preparing the MIS and KPIs for the Accounting Section. Ensuring that required documentations are provided for non-financial transactions as per Operation and Accounting manual. Control & verify monthly fees collected by Issuer Services Team for Over-the-Counter Application for unlisted companies, reconcile it against SRS reports and ensure that fees collected as per signed agreement. Control Data comparison and reconciliation for Issuer Service Client and ensure that original data received from ADX & DFM, uploaded on SRS and Refund for Dividends Distributions and IPO refund data. Assist Issuer Service Section Head on IPOs processing by control of accounts reconciliation including Main collection, branches collection and refund, as well as the funds transfers. Control the verification report and compare it with our daily accounting entries, keep all daily vouchers (source documents) in the fireproof cabinet until transfer to EDMS. Dual Custodian of SSO vaults and document of value. Liaising with FCD for all financial issues reported to HO and with Administration Department for all movements of Fixed Asset under SSO books. Support section head when liaising with FCD for the monthly Account Ownership Review by determining the accuracy and integrity of the account balances and the assessment of any potential P&L impact of their misstatement. Coordinate with Info. Co. and the organizer of delivering documents for filing of all divisions of SSO. Auto - match Custody Reconciliation by Generating required reports used for reconciliation from various system, Officer download in formulated / protected sheet and the spread sheet match automatically data from different system report. Maker/ checker on matching Custody non automated Reconciliation by Receiving Swift and statements by email and match with system position report , results send for second check by custody operation. Maker / checker on Exception reporting that are produced as a result of breaks in the matching process. Maker prepares the report checker verifies the report before sharing with the stake holders and report them to SSO management. Maintain checklist in the department to ensure all custody reconciliations timelines are adhered. Any other functions assigned by Section Head Accounting and Control or line management.<br><br>Risk<br><br> Ensure timely escalation of any identified risk arising from a transaction of event and suggest and implement mitigating actions and controls to safeguard the bank. Ensure timely and effective communication is maintained with internal as well as external customers taking utmost care in protecting the reputation of bank. Identify risk based on analysis and nature of issues and inquires arising over a period of time. Ensure to escalate these identified risks to the concerned authority within the Unit. Escalate any identified risk and propose mitigating actions and control procedure to safeguard the bank from financial and reputational risk with regards transaction related to SSO support business Provide MIS and KPI updates to SSO management as per the identified intervals.<br><br>People<br><br> Maintain professionalism and effective communication with colleagues within the unit and all other departments Adhere to individual duties and responsibilities and support the team to deliver services excellence. Induct all new recruits on the complete services offered by SSO, how their role contributes to the overall delivery of the operations vision and mission Actively support new initiatives in order to enhance the process in an efficient manner. Supervise the workflow efficiently without compromising on the risk and services Provide suggestions for the improvement to increase the quality and efficiency of tasks handled resulting in utmost satisfaction to our customers (internal and internal). Maintain MIS and work volume statistic for accounting team.<br><br>Business Efficiency<br><br> Ensure that SLAs are adhered to at all times. Communicate with business Units and Services Providers if any exceptions are identified.<br><br>Qualifications & Experience<br><br> Bachelor's degree from university preferable in accounting or finance or related subject. Knowledge of general Banking principles. Good communication skills both written /spoken at all levels. English is a must. Analytical, self-motivated, energetic, flexible, dynamic, problem-solver.
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<p><strong>The Role</strong></p><br><p>The Lead Materials and Corrosion Engineerwill lead the delivery of materials engineering consultancy services to the internal Wood business units and to Wood’s external client base. This role is primarily based in Wood offices but may also require on-site support, both onshore and offshore. </p><br><p><span><strong>Our Clients and Projects </strong></span></p><br><p><span><strong>Designing the future. Transforming the world.</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Our Technical Consulting and Decarbonization teams combine consultancy solutions with technical expertise to support our client’s capital investment decisions across the global energy and materials markets.</span></p><br><p><span>From advisory (front end studies, concept design and strategic planning) to design (FEED, detailed design and owner’s engineer) through to delivery (project management consulting), we lead our clients to the best possible outcomes. Not forgetting our world-leading subsea, decarbonisation, new energies, asset optimization and technology development expertise, our ability to add value to our clients' portfolios and projects knows no bounds.</span></p><br><p><span><strong>What we can offer</strong></span></p><br><ul> <li><span><strong>Meaningful and interesting projects:</strong> Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector</span></li> <li><span><strong>Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: </strong>We are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business </span></li> <li><span><strong>Competitive remuneration package:</strong> With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market </span></li> <li><span><strong>Medical Insurance:</strong> Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment</span></li> <li><span><strong>Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance</strong>: The company provides Life Assurance cover</span></li> <li><span><strong>End of Service Gratuity: </strong>In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit</span></li> <li><span><strong>The Employee Share Plan</strong>: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company</span></li> <li><span><strong>Long Service Award: </strong>Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ service of our employees at 5 year service milestones</span></li> <li><span><strong>Commitment to continued professional development:</strong> Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests </span></li> <li><span><strong>Global connections</strong>: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession </span></li> <li><span><strong>Energy Transition Academy: </strong>Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field</span></li></ul><p><strong>Job Objective</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Corrosion & Material Selection: Providing expert advice and solutions to avoid and manage corrosion-related problems in new projects or modifications to existing facilities.</li> <li>Cathodic Protection (CP): Develop, review and specifiy cathodic protection systems in new projects or modifications to existing facilities.</li></ul><br> Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com<br> <b>Diversity Statement </b><br> We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br><p><strong>Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:</strong></p><br><p><strong>Definition and approval of technical scopes</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Assists in establishing project aims and outcomes to contribute to the development of a comprehensive project design.</li> <li>Evaluates current procedures and recommends changes to improve the efficiency of planning and scheduling projects.</li> <li>Makes recommendations on project organization requirements, work methods and procedures and technical innovations by devising practical and economical solutions to problems in own or various engineering disciplines.</li></ul><p><strong>Executing assigned scopes of work.</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Supervises and participates in delivery of complex engineering tasks.</li> <li>Formulates and directs investigations or prototype, model and system studies, evaluating and interpreting the data obtained and recommending practical application of results.</li> <li>Contributes to successful project completion by participating in the resolution of issues such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of standard materials, and complex coordination requirements.</li> <li>Coordinates implementation of design engineering solutions.</li> <li>Reviews project-related documentation to ensure accuracy.</li> <li>Supervises complex engineering tasks related to a portion of a major project.</li> <li>Work consists of complex procedures and tasks where diagnostic ability is required to assess the situation and identify appropriate actions to follow.</li> <li>Assignments cover broad and complex subject matter where issues and factors may be characterized by unusual demands and require additional evaluation to establish the nature and scope of the problem.</li> <li>Participate in incident investigations as required.</li> <li>Assesses work against standards, aims and specifications.</li> <li>Adhere to and comply with relevant discipline specific procedures and provide feedback for continuous improvement.</li> <li>Management of key stakeholders in the execution and delivery of contracted activities.</li> <li>Organising, active participation and occasional leading of design reviews.</li></ul><p><strong>Providing technical expertise</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Provide expert technical advice and develop innovative engineering methods to solve complex problems and optimize project outcomes.</li> <li>Perform the role of Technical Authority when appointed to do so.</li> <li>Provides expert advice on design processes or construction methods.</li> <li>Evaluates options and selects technical solutions that optimises technical and financial success.</li> <li>Acts as technical custodian for low to medium value bids and proposals.</li> <li>Provides awareness of technical advancements and new ways to serve customer needs.</li> <li>Helps to establish a culture of technical excellence through role modelling and communicating expectations.</li> <li>Undertakes Technical Bid Evaluation for subcontracted scopes and may have oversight of vendors.</li></ul><p><strong>Contributing to business growth.</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Contributes to business development through regular engagement, relationship building and delivery to clients, as well as seeking opportunities to expand scope of work for Wood.</li> <li>Contributes to engineering bids and proposals.</li></ul><p><strong>Manage and supervise others</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Responsible for supervising technical specialists or engineers responsible for complex technical tasks.</li> <li>Provides technical guidance and direction to teams of professional and non-professional staff.</li> <li>Outlines requirements, assigns tasks, and supervises progress to ensure that targets and specifications are being met.</li> <li>Provides technical direction to project team members.</li> <li>Provides coaching and mentoring for direct reports.</li> <li>Monitor compliance with competence standards.</li> <li>Participates in recruitment, selection, transfers and promotion of resources to meet succession and business plans. </li> <li>Support the development and retention of motivated and competent people. </li> <li>Manages performance of direct reports.</li> <li>Supporting and supervising tasks delegated to direct reports / respective team.</li> <li>Manage and direct resources efficiently and effectively.</li> <li>Manage multiple small to medium sized projects, with responsibility for cost, risk and resource allocation.</li> <li>Supervises delivery of subcontracted design engineering.</li> <li>Provides appropriate HSSE leadership including compliance with site and office safety requirements and technical/design safety requirements.</li></ul><br>Qualifications:<br><p><span><strong>Skills And Qualifications</strong></span></p><br><p><span><strong>What makes you remarkable?</strong></span></p><br><p><span>At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. </span></p><br><ul> <li>Bachelors (minimum) or Masters (desirable) Degree in engineering discipline.</li> <li>Chartership or relevant professional engineer status accredited by a national or industry engineering institution preferred.</li> <li>Demonstratable CPD record showing examples of technical and consulting development.</li> <li>For roles in Cathodic Protection, qualifications comparable to NACE CP specialist or ISO 15257-2017, Level 4 and 5 (desirable).</li></ul><p><strong>Knowledge, skills and experience:</strong></p><br><p>The key high-level aspects of the role are as follows:</p><br><ul> <li>Typically requires more than 10 years progressively more responsible pertinent experience; multidiscipline knowledge as well as quality management standards and practices required.</li> <li>Technically competent in own discipline, pursues continuous professional development of skills and knowledge according to standards.</li> <li>Ability to supervise, manage, motivate and mentor technical professionals.</li> <li>Multi-discipline knowledge, knowledge of advanced principles and techniques of engineering as well as quality management standards and practices required.</li> <li>Recognized as a technical specialist with ability to develop and mentor junior staff.</li> <li>Ability to execute and oversee project scope, budget and schedule</li> <li>Consistently demonstrates creativity and innovation in finding solutions and alternatives to address complex client requirements.</li> <li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills for inter-departmental and external company interactions.</li> <li>Ability to diagnose and resolve significant and unusual problems and generate substantial improvements to practices and procedures.</li> <li>Agile, with ability to adapt and troubleshoot solutions.</li> <li>Ability to broadly interpret principles, theories, and concepts of an engineering specialty.</li> <li>Possess a good knowledge of the various Business Units, Functions, Sectors and services offered within business area, a general understanding of other Wood business offerings and some ability to network and connect internal stakeholders.</li> <li>Has a in depth understanding of Wood's business position and commercial objectives, is able to implement recommend improvements to those commercial objectives. Understands and can manage technical and commercial risk.</li></ul><p><strong>Personal attributes:</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Solutions-oriented and creative, able to apply process and rigour to deliver quality solutions.</li> <li>Good interpersonal and team working skills, builds positive relationships with supervisors, subordinates, peers and clients.</li> <li>Enthusiastic, conscientious and committed to continuous professional development of self and others.</li> <li>High level of awareness and commitment to safety in all aspects of daily work.</li> <li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.</li> <li>Highly motivated and demonstrates personal initiative.</li> <li>Strong leadership, communication, adaptability, and commitment to safety and professional development.</li></ul> </div>
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<p>At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.</p><br><br>
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<p><span>At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.</span></p><br><br><p><span><strong>Your Impact</strong></span></p><br><br><br><p><span>At Jacobs, we push the limits of what’s possible to make the world smarter, more connected and more sustainable. In our transport work, that means designing innovative solutions to move people and goods safely and efficiently across the globe. From rail systems mobilising accessible transit, to ports linking land and sea – when it comes to connecting the people and places of tomorrow, the future of transport depends on us.</span></p><br><br><p><span>Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking, and extreme attention to detail, and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together</span></p><br><br><p><span>Jacobs Advisory is seeking a <strong>Principal Consultant</strong> to play a leading role in the delivery and growth of our Strategy & Transformation capability in the Middle East.</span></p><br><br><p><span>This role is suited to an experienced management consultant who enjoys solving complex organisational challenges and working closely with clients to define strategy, redesign operating models, improve organisational effectiveness, and deliver transformation outcomes.</span></p><br><br><p><span>As a <strong>Principal Consultant</strong>, you will lead projects and major workstreams, manage multidisciplinary teams, and work directly with senior client stakeholders across government, infrastructure, utilities, and private-sector organisations. You will also contribute to the continued development of our Strategy & Transformation capability through coaching, knowledge sharing, and support for business development activities.</span></p><br><br><p><span>This is an opportunity to work on some of the region's most ambitious transformation programmes while helping to shape a growing and dynamic advisory capability.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span><strong>What you’ll Do:</strong></span></p><br><br><br><p><span>The Principal Consultant is responsible for leading the delivery of complex strategy and transformation projects, managing teams, shaping recommendations, and building trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders.</span></p><br><br><p><span>The role combines project leadership, client delivery, people development, and capability growth, helping clients translate strategic ambition into practical and sustainable outcomes.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></p><br><br><br><p><span><strong>Lead Strategy & Transformation Projects</strong></span></p><br><br><ul><li>Lead projects and major workstreams across strategy, operating model, organisation design, and transformation engagements.</li><li>Structure complex problems and develop robust, evidence-based recommendations.</li><li>Design and deliver solutions that help organisations improve performance, effectiveness, and long-term capability.</li><li>Lead qualitative and quantitative analysis to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Develop high-quality client deliverables, including presentations, reports, business cases, and executive communications.</li><li>Support the development of implementation approaches that enable successful delivery of change.</li></ul><br><p><span><strong>Manage Client Relationships</strong></span></p><br><br><ul><li>Build trusted relationships with client stakeholders and serve as a day-to-day lead on project delivery.</li><li>Facilitate workshops, interviews, and stakeholder engagement activities.</li><li>Work closely with senior client leaders to understand challenges, align priorities, and shape practical solutions.</li><li>Present findings and recommendations confidently to management teams and project sponsors.</li><li>Support clients throughout both strategy development and transformation implementation.</li></ul><br><p><span><strong>Lead and Develop Teams</strong></span></p><br><br><ul><li>Manage and coach consultants and senior consultants across project engagements.</li><li>Provide clear direction, feedback, and support to help team members grow professionally.</li><li>Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.</li><li>Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement across engagements.</li></ul><br><p><span><strong>Support Capability Growth</strong></span></p><br><br><ul><li>Contribute to the evolution of Jacobs' Strategy & Transformation methodologies, tools, and intellectual property.</li><li>Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of new team members.</li><li>Share knowledge and lessons learned across projects and sectors.</li><li>Help strengthen the capability's profile and reputation within Jacobs and the wider market.</li></ul><br><p><span><strong>Contribute to Business Development</strong></span></p><br><br><ul><li>Support proposal development, opportunity shaping, and client pursuits.</li><li>Contribute to the development of compelling client propositions and thought leadership.</li><li>Identify opportunities for follow-on work and broader client support.</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues across Jacobs to bring integrated solutions to clients.</li></ul><br><p><span><strong>What Success Looks Like</strong></span></p><br><br><p><span>Success in this role means:</span></p><br><br><ul><li>Delivering complex projects and workstreams to a high standard.</li><li>Building credibility and trust with senior client stakeholders.</li><li>Developing practical recommendations that translate into measurable outcomes.</li><li>Leading and developing high-performing project teams.</li><li>Contributing positively to capability growth and business development.</li><li>Strengthening Jacobs' reputation as a trusted advisor in strategy and transformation.</li></ul>
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<p><span>You are an experienced consultant who combines strong analytical thinking with practical delivery experience. You are comfortable working in complex environments, leading teams, and helping clients navigate change.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span><strong>You will bring:</strong></span></p><br><br><ul><li>Experience within management consulting, advisory, or a strategy and transformation environment.</li><li>Experience in one or more of the following areas:<ul><li>Corporate or enterprise strategy</li><li>Operating model design</li><li>Organisation design</li><li>Business and organisational transformation</li><li>Public sector reform</li><li>Service transformation</li><li>Infrastructure, utilities, or regulated-sector transformation</li></ul></li><li>Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.</li><li>Experience managing projects, workstreams, and project teams.</li><li>Ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders and facilitate productive discussions.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, including development of executive-level presentations and reports.</li><li>A collaborative approach and a passion for helping clients achieve meaningful and lasting change.</li></ul><br><p><span><strong>Why Jacobs</strong></span></p><br><br><p><span>At Jacobs, we help clients solve some of the world's most complex challenges across infrastructure, cities, energy, water, transport, the environment and public services.</span></p><br><br><p><span>What sets us apart is our ability to combine strategic thinking with deep sector expertise and practical delivery experience. Our clients value us not only for helping define future direction, but for understanding how organisations, assets, systems and programmes need to evolve to make that vision a reality.</span></p><br><br><p><span>Our Strategy & Transformation team works alongside technical specialists, digital experts, programme leaders and delivery professionals to develop solutions that are both ambitious and achievable. This enables us to move beyond traditional advisory services and support clients from strategy development through to implementation and lasting organisational change.</span></p><br><br><p><span>With the addition of PA Consulting's advisory capabilities, Jacobs is further strengthening its ability to help governments and organisations tackle complex transformation challenges, combining world-class strategy and innovation expertise with Jacobs' long-standing heritage in delivery and infrastructure.</span></p><br><br><p><span>Joining Jacobs offers the opportunity to work on some of the Middle East's most significant transformation programmes while helping shape the future of a growing Strategy & Transformation capability.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span><strong>Jacobs. A world where you can.</strong></span></p><br><br><p><span>From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we are committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we have gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You will uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you will discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.</span></p><br><br>
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<br> From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.<br>
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With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.<br>
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<p>We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.</p><br><br>
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<span>START YOUR JOURNEY WITH US<br>Can you imagine waking up to the sound of silence where the horizon stretches endlessly and the desert whispers stories of centuries past?<br>Welcome to Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, a timeless sanctuary hidden among the rolling dunes of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.<br>Here, every sunrise paints the sands in gold, and every moment invites you to slow down and reconnect with nature, with purpose, and with yourself.<br>Among lush palm groves and desert wildlife, our 42 private pool villas offer a world apart, a place where luxury feels natural and authenticity breathes in every detail, from handcrafted interiors to views that blur the line between sky and earth.<br>Our story is one of heritage, passion, and belonging, and now, it could be yours too.<br>Join a team that brings the spirit of Arabia to life, crafting experiences as unforgettable as the desert itself.<br>LOVE WHAT YOU DO EVEN MORE<br>At Marriott, we believe exceptional guest experiences begin with how we treat our associates.<br>At Al Maha, you’ll become part of a close-knit family that values passion, purpose, and pride in what we do.<br>We’re looking for talented and dedicated individuals to join our team, and in return, we offer you the following:<br>A career with limitless horizons, from the golden dunes of Al Maha to over <br>8,000 Marriott hotels worldwide<br>, where new opportunities await.<br>Professional growth and mentorship<br>guided by some of the region’s most accomplished hoteliers.<br>Competitive salary and benefits<br>, including on-property accommodation and full-board meals.<br>Exclusive Marriott privileges<br>, discounted stays and dining, plus special rates for friends and family.<br>Comprehensive medical and life insurance coverage.<br>All the tools, resources, and support<br>you need to excel every day.<br>OUR EXPECTATIONS FROM THE ROLE:<br>JOB SUMMARY<br>Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers. Determine how food should be presented, and create decorative food displays. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish to be served. Monitor the quantity of food that is prepared. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out of stock menu items. Prepare special meals or substitute items. Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks. Provide cooks with needed items. Monitor stock of kitchen supplies and food. Maintain kitchen logs for food safety program and food products. Ensure the quality of the food items and notify manager if a product does not meet specifications. <br>Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Address guests’ service needs. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.<br>SCOPE / BUSINESS CONTEXT <br>A Full Time position based at Al Maha Desert Resort and Spa, The Luxury Collection.<br>Number of Direct Reports – 5-10 <br>Titles of Direct Reports – DCDP, Commis<br>CANDIDATE PROFILE<br>Experience:<br>5 Years<br>Skills and Knowledge <br>N/A<br>Education or Certification <br>N/A<br>Ensure the quality of the food items and notify manager if a product does not meet specifications.<br>Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods to the Chef to ensure optimum service to guests.<br>Monitor the quantity of food that is prepared and the portions that are served in to control food waste and ensure that good food is not thrown away.<br>Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food using thermostats and thermometers, including monitoring freezer systems, such as fans, drains, and doors, for proper operation, and report issues or problems to facility management.<br>Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers to prepare foods.<br>Report maintenance issues immediately to appropriate personnel (i.e., management or maintenance).<br>Inform Chef of any excess food items that can be used in daily specials or elsewhere.<br>Maintain food logs for all food products (e.g., production charts).<br>SPECIFIC DUTIES <br>The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:<br>General Kitchen<br>Sanitation and Maintenance<br>Wash and disinfect kitchen area including tables, tools, knives, and equipment to ensure sanitary conditions and meet the departmental standards, including using sanitizers required by health department.<br>Set-up and break down work station with required mien place, tools, equipment and supplies, ensuring items are to established specs, ensuring adequate fill of containers, storing items appropriately, and cleaning station as appropriate.<br>Follow and ensure compliance with sanitation and cleaning procedures and pest control guidelines, reporting pest control issues to appropriate personnel.<br>Food Safety<br>Follow appropriate personal hygiene procedures to ensure food served to guests is safe for consumption, including disinfecting hands prior to handling food and wearing a hat/hairnet and proper footwear.<br>Follow and ensure compliance with food safety and handling policies and procedures, such as product rotation, First In-First Out (FIFO); dating, labeling, cleaning, and organizing coolers/freezers/storage areas; and Cold Chain compliance, across all food-related departments and areas.<br>Prepare all potentially hazardous foods at the correct temperature according to the HACCP guidelines.<br>Maintain kitchen logs for food safety program compliance (e.g., A1, A2, A3 etc.).<br>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company Food Safety Programs within assigned area of responsibility, as well as Dubai Municipality standards.<br>Follow guidelines and checklists related to PIC (Person in charge)<br>Support initiatives related to food safety. <br>Report any guest complaints or other issues related to food safety to the culinary management.<br>Stocking/Receiving<br>Monitor stock of kitchen supplies and food to identify needed items and ensure neat and orderly storage, and communicate potential product shortages, or price changes, to supervisor/manager.<br>Kitchen Tools & Equipment<br>Use kitchen tools safely and appropriately, including using appropriate tools to open cartons, boxes, and cans; keeping knives sharpened; using proper knife handling procedures; using correct knives for particular food item or specific task; using dry pads when moving hot material; and engaging all appropriate safety devices prior to operating equipment.<br>Use measuring tools (for example, scale, measuring cups, measuring spoons) to precisely measure ingredients and portion sizes.<br>Food Preparation<br>Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist, establishing priority items.<br>Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.<br>Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.<br>Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use.<br>Monitor food quality while preparing food and throughout the day utilizing the HACCP forms and production charts.<br>Wash and peel (if required) fresh fruits and vegetables to prepare them for cooking or consumption.<br>Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed, and provide cooks with needed items.<br>Prepare special meals or substitute items, where possible, to satisfy guest requests.<br>Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.<br>Determine how food should be presented, and create decorative food displays.<br>In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. <br>Be<br>where you can do your best work, <br>begin<br>your purpose, <br>belong<br>to an amazing global team, and <br>become<br>the best version of you.<br>Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law<br>.<br>The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, with over 120 properties in more than 35 countries, offers the promise of authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. Our more than 100 years of experience, beginning in 1906 under the Italian CIGA brand – a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties – serves as a solid foundation as we continuously evolve to exceed the desires of the luxury traveler. <br>From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale – a portal to the destination’s cultural charms and treasures. If you are someone with an appreciation for evocative storytelling, a keen interest and passion for this destination's heritage, and a desire to deliver genuine, personalized, and anticipatory hospitality, then we invite you on our journey. In joining The Luxury Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.</span> </div>
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<span><b>Job Summary</b> <br></span><p><span>The role holder is primarily responsible for driving profitable growth from existing and new clients by proactively engaging the clients, understanding, and meeting their needs with the full range of Private Banking products available.</span></p><br><br>
<p><span>They manage an assigned portfolio of clients within the Private Bank and focus on deepening existing relationships as well as extending the relationship further into additional new product areas to improve client value contribution.</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>Strategy</strong></span><br><span>• Drive profitable growth by acquiring, developing, and servicing long-term relationships with UHNW clients</span><br><span>• Drive profitable growth through leadership of your cluster of RMs on sales management, and exercise supervisory responsibilities with a clear oversight on risk and control environment</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>Business</strong></span><br><span>• Accountable for the performance of individual’s and the cluster’s client book.</span><br><span>• Develop and implement the business/sales plans for the cluster, including individual’s own book.</span><br><span>• Deliver NNM, AUM, and revenue growth targets and key operating metrics for the individual as well as the cluster (such as tail accounts management, client acquisition, client satisfaction, portfolio mix).</span><br><span>• Generate healthy pipeline of target market prospects and convert them into clients.</span><br><span>• Grow client portfolio size by deepening existing customer relationships.</span><br><span>• Implement an asset allocation in line with client needs, and model portfolios as benchmarks.</span><br><span>• Deliver, monitor, and review solutions to clients based on client investment profile.</span><br><span>• Conduct periodic reviews of client accounts in accordance with established procedures.</span><br><span>• Assign referrals to cluster members and work with assigned RMs to successfully close referrals.</span><br><span>• Act as an escalation point for clients to identify areas of concern.</span><br><span>• Deliver profitable growth by controlling costs and mitigating operational losses.</span><br><span>• Deliver positive client performance in line with client investment profiles</span></p><br><br><b>Key Responsibilities</b> <br><p><span><strong>Processes</strong></span><br><span>• Support the continuous improvement of processes to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness. </span><br><span>• Support the effective management of operational risks across the Business and in compliance with applicable internal policies, and external laws and regulations at a global level.</span><br><span>• Support the delivery of Business strategy in a safe and well-controlled manner and on an end-to-end basis.</span><br><span>• Ensure sales management, suitability and onboarding processes are applied appropriately</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>People & Talent</strong></span><br><span>• Apply a sufficiently robust level of oversight and support to limit errors or malfeasance by cluster members, to drive business ethically and in compliance, and to develop the skills of their cluster members.</span><br><span>• Build a top cluster capable of ensuring delivery of the business’ short and longer-term objectives.</span><br><span>• Develop and embed a high-performance culture with specific focus on RM capability, effectiveness and productivity, through coaching and guidance to ensure the RM delivers against the financial, non-financial and risk/control objectives.</span><br><span>• Build an environment of collaboration within the cluster by ensuring that the issues are raised and blockages are resolved in a timely manner.</span><br><span>• Drive RM resourcing, performance management and recognition within the cluster.</span><br><span>• Identify and address the top concerns and opportunities for performance improvement in the cluster.</span><br><span>• Manage the cluster’s discretionary spend, expense management.</span></p><br><br> <br><p><span><strong>Risk Management</strong></span><br><span>• Act as the first line of defence for the cluster.</span><br><span>• Do what is right to avoid reputational risks and operational losses.</span><br><span>• Understand the risk and control environment within area of responsibility and drive rectification as required.</span><br><span>• Clear structures of accountability to ensure that cluster members are capable of performing successfully in their roles. </span><br><span>• Ensure effective implementation of Risk Management framework in the cluster (risk appetite is clear and integral to the strategy with appropriate controls, and having effective processes in place to identify, manage, monitor, and report risk).</span><br><span>• Handle customer issues, complaints, and product enquiries on timely basis in accordance with established procedures. Support RMs within the cluster with the same.</span><br><span>• Ensure that Risk Management matters that are brought to attention are subject to direct remedial action and/or ensure adequate reporting to the relevant Risk Committees and/or line management.</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>Governance</strong></span><br><span>• Responsible for assessing the effectiveness of the Group’s arrangements to deliver effective governance, oversight and controls in the cluster and highlighting gaps as appropriate.</span><br><span>• Awareness and understanding of the regulatory framework in which the Group operates, and the regulatory requirements and expectations relevant to the role.</span><br><span>• Fulfil supervisory responsibilities in line with supervisory principles.</span><br><span>• Ensure adherence with the highest standards of ethics and compliance with relevant policies, processes, and regulations forms part of the culture.</span><br><span>• Participate in Local Client Committee and other relevant committees where applicable.</span><br><span>• Engage with all audit report findings and ensure feedback is acted upon</span></p><br><br> <br><p><span><strong>Regulatory & Business Conduct</strong></span><br><span>• Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group’s Values and Code of Conduct. </span><br><span>• Take 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.</span><br><span>• Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters.</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>Key stakeholders</strong></span><br><span>• Market Head</span><br><span>• Senior Client Partner / Team Leaders</span><br><span>• COO</span><br><span>• Business Managers</span><br><span>• Head of Client Services Manager</span><br><span>• Client Service Managers</span><br><span>• Product Specialists and dedicated functional partners</span><br><span>• Relevant Front office colleagues</span></p><br><br>
<p><span><strong>Other Responsibilities</strong></span><br><span>• Embed Here for good and Group’s brand and values in UAE |Private Banking DIFC Perform other responsibilities assigned under Group, Country, Business or Functional policies and procedures; Multiple functions (double hats).</span></p><br><br><b>Skills and Experience</b> <br><p><span>• Relationship Management </span><br><span>• Market Knowledge (SIF)</span><br><span>• Products and Processes</span><br><span>• Strategy and Business Model (SIF)</span><br><span>• Manage Conduct</span><br><span>• Manage Risk</span></p><br><br><b>Qualifications</b> <br><p><span>• Academic or Professional Education/Qualifications – relevant degree</span><br><span>• Licenses and Certifications/accreditations – as required by role remit and responsibility</span><br><span>• Professional Memberships – as required by role remit and responsibility</span><br><span>• Bank training, i.e. mandatory & developmental</span><br><span>• Languages – fluency in business English</span><br><span>• Demonstrable and relevant experience in the Private Banking industry commensurate with this remit and level of responsibility</span><br><span>• Strong people management and coaching skills</span><br><span>• Proven capabilities in growing the business for a team</span><br><span>• Proven risk management capabilities</span><br><span>• Firm in all business guidelines and compliance issues</span><br><span>• Sound knowledge of financial markets and investment products</span><br><span>• Outstanding communication and presentation skills</span></p><br><br><b>About Standard Chartered</b> <br><p>We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can't wait to see the talents you can bring us.</p><br><br>
<p>Our purpose, to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours. When you work with us, you'll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion.</p><br><br>
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<li><b>Never settle,</b> continuously striving to improve and innovate, keeping things simple and learning from doing well, and not so well</li>
<li><b>Are better together,</b> we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term</li>
</ul><br><b>What we offer</b> <br><p><b>In line with our Fair Pay Charter,</b> we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.</p><br><br>
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<li><b>Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance,</b> with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.</li>
<li><b>Time-off</b> including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.</li>
<li><b>Flexible working</b> options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.</li>
<li><b>Proactive wellbeing support</b> through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits</li>
<li><b>A continuous learning culture</b> to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.</li>
<li><b>Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation,</b> one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.</li>
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<br> Job Purpose <br><p>Manage, supervise and control the development and implementation of a diverse range of major Multi-disciplined engineering projects from initial inception through to completion and handover, relating to new plants, facilities and modifications to existing plant and systems. In addition, to ensure optimal and economic development of projects consistent with Shareholders guidelines.</p><br><br><br>Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 1) <br><p>• Lead/provide technical input into proposal/conceptual developments; coordinates design, materials specification and technically manages procurement and contract tendering stages.<br>• Interface with external parties, and ensures that appropriate codes, practices and standards are.<br>• Manage Project Management Consultant(s) and ensures that effective site supervision and project administration is carried out; provides information to management on project progress.<br>• Lead teams in developing strategies for implementation of Major development projects<br>• Direct the project management teams through all phases of project execution i.e. from project initiation up to commissioning and start up.<br>• Manage multinational contractors ensuring that projects are implemented in accordance with sound project management principles in full compliance with HSE requirements/guidelines within the specified time, cost and other set objectives.<br>• Lead and/or participate in divisional or companywide committees, as assigned and provide guidance and expertise in his area of specialization and lead related discussions and meetings.<br>• Direct and coordinate the activities of teams of multi-discipline engineers in a designated Field. Performs supervisory functions and exercises financial authority at the level established by management for the position.<br>• Review a variety of source material and participate in a range of meetings to establish future project requirements in the assigned field. Provides basic technical and administrative input to take projects from initial inception stage to drafting and submission of requirements proposals. Includes defining, revising and refining scopes and objectives, obtaining or arranging to obtain background data on potential cost and technical feasibility, and advising alternatives where appropriate. <br>• Participate in the refinement of initial proposals into coherent viable project plans. Directs and participates in the revision and refinement of initial project designs, specifications, costs, and phasing preparation of project strategy in conjunction with user department and other divisions such Finance, Commercial Support, etc.<br>• Initiate and approve the preparation of overall work programs, terms of reference for contractors, projects standards and working procedures. Establishes the basis for project execution phase.<br>• Ensure that all projects are implemented in accordance with sound project management principles and established Company procedures and standards. Initiates/manages pre-qualification of bidders list, exercises overall control over the budget and cost of the project and each contract, vetting authorization for expenditure. Reviews and endorses contract purchase and subcontracts recommendations and variation orders throughout all phases of the project and ensures that approved plans are updated accordingly.<br>• Ensure the preparation of the Department’s safety program on the project and oversees compliance with the Company’s safety rules and regulations. Evaluates and audits adherence to same and takes necessary remedial measures to correct and overcome deficiencies.</p><br><br><br>Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 2) <br><p>• Ensure that the project is executed in a safe manner and that all contractors adhere to approved safety procedures and method statements for carrying out works / contracts awarded.<br>• Advise Management of anticipated completion date of the project for subsequent start up planning. Assist in development of start-up plan and manning requirements. Authorizes alternate studies such as shop vs. field fabricated pipe, concrete vs. Steel structures etc. and agree in consultation on completion of portions of the plant for acceptance by end user.<br>• Coordinate overall financial matters pertaining to the project, such as currency requirements and restrictions, import duty exceptions, financial forecasts, etc.<br>• Carry out other similar related duties such as attending Tender Board Meetings, reporting on the financial situation of the project. Appraises contractor’s overall performance for quality, cost, schedule and safety and ensures corrective actions are taken. Prepares weekly highlights and monthly progress reports covering all engineering, procurement and construction activities.<br>• Accountable for efficiently managing all projects within budgets and in accordance with Company policies, directives, engineering and project management standards. Poor decisions can involve significant financial losses due to changes of scope, re-work and program delays e.g. the possible consequences of lost production targets.<br>• Sets and oversees observance of quality and control standards for all activities carried out under his jurisdiction in assigned projects.<br>• Develop and manage definition, design and execution of projects to meet company’s objectives and guidelines on field development activities.<br>• Manage the technical integrity of surface facilities and project cost are maintained throughout the project life cycle.<br>• Deliver major development projects within the set targets on HSE, quality, cost and schedule<br>• Recommend acceptance / rejection of work programs and proposals related to his project execution and implementation.</p><br><br><br>Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 3) <br><br>Generic Accountabilities <br><p><strong>Management</strong><br>• Plan and supervise the activities of the personnel and resources of the Department to achieve the Division objectives in an efficient and cost-conscious manner while ensuring implementation of approved operational plans for the Department in line with Division objectives.<br>• Develop the knowledge, competencies and innovative spirit in the Department and support the establishment of Personal Development Plans (PDP’s), Succession Planning and Talent pipeline within the Department in coordination with the Human Capability Group to continuously develop employees with emphasis on UAE Nationals to meet Emiratization targets.<br><strong>Budgets and Operational Plans</strong><br>• Compile and provide input for preparation of the Division budgets and regularly monitor expenditure against approved the Department budget levels.<br>• Investigate, highlight and reconcile any significant variances to ensure effective performance and cost control.<br><strong>Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures</strong><br>• Lead the implementation of approved Department policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures and internal controls in order to support execution of the Division work programs in line with Company and International standards.<br><strong>Performance Management </strong><br>• Implement the Company Performance Management System for individuals within the Department in accordance with Company approved guidelines and continuously monitor the achievement of the Department KPIs related to the approved Annual Performance Management Contract and the Balanced Score Card.<br><strong>Organisation Structure and Development</strong><br>• Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organisation structure for the Department that will best utilise human capital while proactively incorporating sustainability into the on-going work practices to meet the business objectives.<br><strong>Innovation and Continuous Improvement</strong><br>• Encourage innovation, enhance employee motivation and support initiatives for implementation of Change Management to continuously improve operations and services.<br>• Propose improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with ISO standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the Department.<br><strong>Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability</strong><br>• Support the institution of an HSE culture and ensure compliance with relevant HSE policies, procedures, systems & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines across the Department in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.<br>• Ensure adequate HSE training and induction for all Department employees to meet HSE standards.<br><strong>Management Information Systems (MIS) and Reports</strong><br>• Prepare all Department MIS and progress reports to provide accurate and timely reports and necessary information to Company Management to effectively manage the business.</p><br><br><br>Generic Accountabilities (continue) <br><br>Internal Communications & Working Relationships <br><p>• Frequent interactions with the Production teams and other functions/ directorates</p><br><br><br>External Communications & Working Relationships <br><p>• Frequent contacts with PMCs/Consultants</p><br><br><br>Minimum Qualification <br><p>Bachelor Degree Engineering or equivalent.</p><br><br><br>Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills <br><p>• 12 years of professional experience in Project Engineering/Execution in Oil & Gas projects including 5 years in leading multi-disciplined staff and Consultants / Contractors in defining and executing projects within the oil & gas industry<br>• Project management professional with sound knowledge of contracts, planning and budget / cost control requirements.<br>• Sound project management and leadership skills.</p><br><br><br>Professional Certifications <br><p>PMP</p><br><br><br>Work Condition, Physical effort & Work Environment <br><p><strong>Physical Effort</strong><br>Minimal</p><br><p><strong>Work Environment</strong><br>A/C environment, could be exposed to the prevailing weather conditions like heat, humidity & dust during occasional site visits.</p><br><br><br>Additional Details <br><p>Job Family / Sub Family: Projects / Projects, Facilities & Construction Management</p><br><br><br><br><br> </div>
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<p><b>JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way</b>. </p><br><p>Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. </p><br><p>What this job involves:<br>Responsibilities listed below are site dependent. It is expected that a GRH will work across the relevant functions interchangeably on a roster basis which will be communicated upon appointment and based on service level agreements for the particular location. Responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):<br>• Meeting Room and Client Suite Management<br>• Professional, well-groomed, and well-trained staff available to meet, greet and guide colleagues and clients to the respective meeting location. Visitor and client experience shall be professional, warm and genuine<br>• Ensure all meeting rooms are kept clean, tidy are ready for use – ensure highest level of cleaning standards. Pre- checks to be conducted before every meeting including equipment and AV/ VC checks<br>• Set up and reset of internal and external meeting rooms, training rooms or conference rooms. Manage rooms to be set up appropriately according to individual booking and equipment requests. Rooms should be reset as appropriate in line with daily booking schedules<br>• Issue Resolution- resolve simple AV/ VC, collaboration tools or other meeting and conference room related equipment issues</p><br><p>• Support and manage the meeting room booking system, which includes booking all forward and same day reservations, cancellations and / or amendments to bookings as per client requests (site depending) ensuring frequent communication with end user on their booking<br>• Manage catering requests, AV or VC, room equipment, any special requirements etc… liaise with FM team/ catering/ security/ any other vendors as appropriate to ensure all requests are fulfilled accordingly<br>• Ensure meeting room booking system is up to date- details for rooms are correct, assist with any booking inquiries and liaise with supporting teams if necessary<br>• Manage meeting room inventory checks<br>• All meeting rooms consumables, including F&B, should be refilled and reset after each meeting where appropriate<br>• Obtain all external attendee names of visitors and prepare a daily visitor arrival list for the next working day<br>• Encourage and nudge appropriate booking behavior and provide utilization reporting including block booking, no shows etc…<br>• Conduct regular visual checks on meeting room usage (vacant or in use) to support ad hoc analysis of bookings vs utilisation<br>Hospitality and Events Management<br>• Manage and follow up on the event set up / run down on the respective floor, ensuring everything is in order including technology assistance and all teams involved are prepped for required activities<br>• Assist with coordination of events: supervise the set-up / dismantling of event venues, perform risk assessments. Liaise with necessary teams (security, housekeeping etc…) as necessary to ensure a consistent level of service<br>• Provide food and beverage service for external/ client suite meetings or events. Manage with Hospitality lead and coordinate with vendors if necessary for large catering functions, fine dining, any special requests etc…<br>• Supervise and be present throughout event<br>• Assist with any ‘ad hoc’ requirements or request related to functions and events<br>• Assist with communications to promote, confirm attendances, create name badges etc…<br>• Assist with any other internal events lead by business as requested<br>• Provide team briefs for wider workplace team on upcoming events, conferences, client suite events to ensure up to ensure all teams are aware of activities<br>Reception and Visitor Management<br>• Always deliver 5* customer service with a professional and presentable appearance<br>• Meet and greet all staff, customers and visitors professionally and cheerfully<br>• Ensure reception desks, waiting areas and internal meeting rooms are maintained to highest standards of tidiness and cleanliness as outlined in any operational KPIs<br>• Serve as an information source for staff and customers- assist and advise with any inquiries on building facilities, meeting room locations, special events, surrounding amenities as appropriate<br>• Be approachable and interact with guests and members of staff of all levels in a professional and friendly manner<br>• Manage all visitor categories in line with security protocol</p><br><p>• Inform hosts of the arrival of their guests or escort to host/ meeting room (in line with security practices)<br>• Monitor waiting areas to ensure visitors are collected/attended to in a timely fashion, interacting as appropriate<br>• Issue and control visitor security passes; Liaise and interact with security to guarantee a safe working environment for all visitors and staff<br>• Proactive premises inspections, proactively raise work orders for surrounding areas to report any maintenance issues, cleanliness issues or system faults where necessary<br>• To be customer focused at all times, by being visible at the reception desks and developing relationships with staff and customers<br>• Suggest ideas for developing and evolving the reception services and assist in implementing these ideas<br>• Regularly monitor customer feedback and produce an appropriate action plan based on the results<br>• Welcome new joiners and provide in person or virtual orientation tours/ supporting documentation and media<br>• Brief visitors on arrival on fire evacuation procedures- emergency exits, evacuation routes and assembly points<br>Pantry and Utility Management<br>• Ensure high end user satisfaction for all pantry and social hub services. All pantry consumables shall be of good quality and appropriate selection is provided<br>• Ensure sufficient supply of pantry consumables for day to day operations- replenish/ order stock if necessary<br>• Ensure stationery cabinets and first aid boxes are replenished with consumables<br>• Proactively check the pantry and social hub areas are kept clean, hygienic, orderly and dry always. Raise work orders for identified issues<br>• Report/ replace lack of stock in centralised utility room supplies of stationery & printer toner<br>Other responsibilities include (but not limited to):<br>• Always ensure seamless communication with community hosts/ FM teams to ensure an efficient and consistent level of service is achieved<br>• Manage telephone enquiry services (internally & externally) also known as switchboard services<br>• Support the desk management system in the role of concierge (super user) for a specified zone / sites<br>• Welcome new joiners and provide in person or virtual orientation tours/ supporting documentation and media<br>• Ensure full statutory and operational compliance is achieved in line with contract KPI’s<br>• Be aware of changing needs of customers and adjust the service accordingly in line with global standards<br>• Ensure compliance with H&S processes and procedures, including internal and external audits<br>• Ensure that all agreed service objectives are met in line with client expectations<br>• Provide admin and financial support as and when required<br>• Provide an excellent standard of client service<br>• Any other reasonable requests</p><br><p><b>Location: </b></p><br>On-site –Dubai, ARE<p>If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!</p><br><p>At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.</p><br><p><i><b>JLL Privacy Notice</b></i></p><br><p>Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.</p><br><p>For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our<span>Candidate Privacy Statement</span>.</p><br><p>For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.</p><br><p>Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at <span><u><span>HRSCLeaves@jll.com</span></u></span>. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our<span>Contact Us</span> page > I want to work for JLL.</p><br> </div>
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<p><strong>JOB SUMMARY / INTRODUCTION</strong></p><br><p>The Global Markets Business Finance team comprises Business Unit Control, Independent Price Verification and Central MI and Change Management teams. The team supports the Global Markets and Group Treasury businesses locally and internationally. The unit falls under the Group Finance department and reports to the CFO, CIB Finance & International.</p><br><p>Key priorities of this role include:</p><br><ul><li><span><span>Providing world class financial reporting & support services, adding value through providing professional, independent & objective financial advice which assist in the achievement of business objectives whilst complying with Group policies and standards, and external statutory obligations.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Production of financial & management accounting reporting statements for the functional area of responsibility in line with Group reporting standards, whilst maintaining a robust control environment.</span></span></li></ul><p>The Business Unit Control team is responsible for accounting and financial reporting of the Global Markets & Treasury business, acting as a primary control function, and monitoring trading activity to ensure it is in a specified remit. Tasks include Profit & Loss (P&L) reporting decomposition and attribution, dealing with ad hoc management reporting queries, reconciliation and substantiation of P&L and Balance Sheet between the General Ledger (Oracle General Ledger & OneSumX) and Source (e.g. Murex).</p><br><p>This role is focused on the day-to-day tasks related to the International Business Unit Control function, such as daily preparation and control of P&L, general ledger reconciliations and variance analysis, explanations, commentaries, and MI reporting.</p><br><p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><br><ul><li><span><span>Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Demonstrate compliance to organization’s values and ethics at all times to support the establishment of a value drive culture within the bank.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems, processes and practices considering global standards, productivity improvement and cost reduction.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate statements and reports to meet department requirements, policies and quality standards.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Finance business partner and trusted advisor on reporting and day-to-day support of the Global Markets business, providing prompt and effective support to the Global Markets Front Office, Market Risk, Group Treasury, Group Financial Planning & Analysis, Group Financial Reporting and Business Unit Control management.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Comprehensive P&L analysis including detailed analysis and interpretation of daily results, variances, risk positions, realized and unrealized P&L components, revaluation curve movements with P&L attribution, new deals, cancelled and amended trades and price / rate validation.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Key liaison for sales reporting playing a vital role between GM Products and Sales, which includes segmental & coverage-based reporting.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Key business finance contact for all Global Markets Front Office related queries, leading discussions, as appropriate, with Front Office to ensure P&L analysis is agreed. Act as one of the prime points of contact across all processes in order to ensure all customer needs are being met.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Provide relevant support to VP, Business Control Unit, ensuring all business transacted is ‘compliant, safe and sustainable’.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Compilation of all daily revenue reporting for the business, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of source system interfaces into the General Ledger.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Provide independent validation of the financials reported for the GM businesses by maintaining a robust control framework between FO and reported financials. Maintain a strong understanding of the products traded and the trading strategies within the business.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Understanding of specific business models, analysis of structured deal packages and application of appropriate accounting standard thereupon. To provide professional & ethical behaviors by ensuring compliance with external legislation, bank standards, internal operating policies and procedures.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Managing the day to day and month end controls of P&L and Balance Sheet reconciliation, substantiation and reporting for GM.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Support of new business requests, ensuring they are controlled through the existing or new system architecture, providing responsive support to front office, ensuring “speed to market” of new products.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Manage projects driven by new regulatory requirements in local and international locations to ensure the key criteria of the regulation is met in a sustainable, efficient and effective manner.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Line of Business and Desk level commentary with market relevance when internal P&L thresholds are breached.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Ensure compliance and control of specific accounting processes and practices for proposed new product initiatives or product variations.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Responsible for identifying issues which impact GM and implementing solutions.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Act as a central point of contact for Group Finance functions and Global Markets desks: Financial & Regulatory Reporting, Treasury, FP&A, Tax, Financial Control relating to GM Products, and Valuation Control.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Maintain Key linkages & strong working relationships with Desk Heads, Head of Business Finance, Senior Management, Group Finance, Middle Office, Operations, Business Finance peers Internationally, FP&A, I.T, Market Risk, Legal, Compliance, Operational Risk, Regulators, Internal & External Audit.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Support Head of Business Unit Control to work with Treasury on FTP, capital & liquidity matters affecting GM Products as required. Provide input to wider Finance strategy activities and strive to work together effectively on overall regional and global programs.</span></span></li><li><span><span>In conjunction with FP&A, continuously assess the quality of service provided to the principal customers and strive to ensure that the area adds value to their objectives through the provision of accurate and valuable financial data and advice.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Ensure BUC adopt a proactive attitude to changing environments, both internal and external, and provide value added solutions for Global Markets Finance business partner and trusted advisor on reporting and day-to-day support of the Global Markets business.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Engender and role model a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring that operations are kept continually under review and that all opportunities for re-engineering and achieving economies of scale are identified, implemented.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Escalate any issues to the management and assist in mitigating any operational risk.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Review existing systems / processes / procedures and MIS to proactively identify areas of improvements.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Use of sophisticated arithmetic models for numerical analysis and evaluation. Writing papers on strategy or other complex issue with logical sequencing and supporting recommendations. Synthesizing information from a variety of sources and extracting relevant concepts / themes.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Preparing and delivering presentations with context across business functions to deliver maximum impact.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Participate in the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems, processes and practices considering global standards, productivity improvement and cost reduction.</span></span></li><li><span><span>A proven ability to operate effectively at various organization levels & a willingness to adopt a hands-on approach to problem solving where appropriate.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Good relationship management skills are essential in this role as the candidate will be working closely with internal stakeholders to constantly improve operational performance.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Functions within the framework and boundaries of Group policies as well as overall organizational and governance frameworks.</span></span></li></ul><p><strong>REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p><br><ul><li><span><span>3-5 years’ experience in a Product Control Function.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Experience in developing Financial and other MI reporting, automating processes.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Technical knowledge in Pricing and Accounting Financial products - Fixed Income, MM, FX, IR, Com, Equities & Derivatives (Vanilla & Complex).</span></span></li><li><span><span>Strong understanding of Global Markets and Investment Banking products, with related Technical and Accounting treatments.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Excellent understanding of modern governance, risk and control assessment techniques.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Strong financial Math (zero, par, and forward / forward curves).</span></span></li></ul><p><strong>Preferred / Beneficial</strong></p><br><ul><li><span><span>Qualified Professional (ACA / CFA / MBA in Finance) preferred.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Working knowledge and experience in Murex, SumX, PowerBI, T24 systems is an advantage.</span></span></li></ul><br> <b>About Us:</b><br> First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the UAE and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions. We offer a comprehensive range of personal and private banking services, including credit cards, Islamic banking, investments, loans, and mortgages. Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to provide top-tier financial solutions to our clients.<br> <b>Life at FAB:</b><br> Working at FAB means being part of a team of talented and passionate individuals with a shared vision to support the ambitions of our stakeholders to "Grow Stronger." We embrace the needs of our customers across the globe with a sense of responsibility and confidence driven by extensive expertise that can only be delivered by an ambitious world-class organization<br> <b>Career Development:</b><br> FAB offers unique career choices, a chance to innovate, craft solutions for the future, and express yourself in a performance-based culture that will unleash the best in you. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, FAB provides a range of learning and development initiatives to support all employees through training and skill development.<br> <b>Our Values:</b><br> At FAB, we place our customers at the core of our activities, live our values each day in every way, celebrate achievements, and empower each other to deliver leading solutions. We have structured plans for the recruitment and career progression of Emirati talent to enable them to make a mark in the financial and banking sector both regionally and globaly that rewards your hard work and dedication.<br> Join our team and be part of a journey to shape the future of banking.<br> </div>
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<span><br>Multi-Property role for St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi and Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi<br>JOB SUMMARY<br>• Accountable for assigned hotels’ respective leisure/wholesale segment.<br>• Proactively solicits and handles a defined account portfolio in collaboration with MP Sales Executive – Leisure Travel.<br>• Develops, executes and drives leisure segment strategy, action plans against new and existing target accounts.<br>• Liaises with on-property and above property stakeholders to maximize business opportunities and collaborations.<br>• Owns all day-to-day sales activities of defined segment with focus on implementing and driving the commercial segment strategy, and develops and maintains long-term, value-based customer relationships that enable the achievement and exceedance of sales objectives, segment revenue and individual sales targets.<br>• Attends domestic and global leisure tradeshows, showcases, conferences, industry meetings, workshops and functions as required on behalf of assigned properties.<br>• Plans and executes national & international sales trips, sales calls, site inspections, familiarization trips and client entertainments as appropriate.<br>• Proactively identifies and uncovers new prospect accounts for acquisition through a variety of channels and sales tools.<br>• Participates in regular business reviews and strategy meetings.<br>• Ensures business is turned over properly and in a timely fashion for an exquisite service delivery and in accordance with brand standards.<br>• Analyses and maintains knowledge of customers, leisure market trends and competition.<br>• Represents Marriott International worldwide, promoting the quality image of the company at every opportunity, and uncovers additional leads for Marriott International utilizing available tools such as MI Leads, where applicable.<br>• Performs any other reasonable task assigned by the MP Assistant Director of Sales & Distribution / MP Director of Sales & Distribution. <br>• Able to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation and to work unsupervised using own initiative.<br>• Maintains strict confidentiality of all matters relating to the Company and Property, plus all other sales and personnel-related matters.<br>CANDIDATE PROFILE <br>Education and Experience:<br>Fluency in English <br>Additional EU language skills required e.g. French, Spanish, Italian etc.<br>Experience within luxury hotel chains/5-star luxury properties require<br>Substantial knowledge and established network of connections within leisure/wholesale sales segment required<br>Proven track of proactive leisure/wholesale sales experience on managerial level; minimum 2 years of experience as Sales Manager – Leisure Travel <br>Proven prospecting and luxury business development abilities<br>Middle East/UAE experience preferred<br>Core Work Activities:<br>Building Successful Relationships that Generate Sales Opportunities<br>• Builds and strengthens business relationships with existing and new customers to enable future bookings and grow leisure market share.<br>• Effectively develops valuable business relationships within leisure/wholesale segment to further expand customer base.<br>• Works collaboratively with off-property sales channels (i.e. Market Sales, Global Sales Organization) to ensure leisure/wholesale sales efforts are coordinated, complementary and in alignment with the hotels’ overall (sales & distribution) strategy within that specific segment.<br>• Manages and develops relationships with internal and external key stakeholders.<br>Managing Sales Activities<br>• Develops, implements and drives the commercial strategy of the leisure/wholesale segment. Supports company-wide wholesale distribution and direct connectivity efforts.<br>• Action plans against existing and new target accounts to achieve and exceed sales quotas and gain market share.<br>• Manages a pre-determined number of leisure accounts in close collaboration with MP Sales Executive – Leisure Travel to ensure maximum yield in line with budgetary objectives. <br>• Identifies and acquires new potential partnerships through a variety of channels.<br>• Drives suite and villa sale (as applicable) through existing and new program inclusions and partner activations.<br>• Responsible for monitoring rate alignment across all wholesale channels with support of revenue team, ensuring rate parity.<br>• Proactively schedules sales calls and corresponding activities such as site inspections, familiarization trips, agent trainings, webinars, virtual calls, client entertainment etc. to strengthen business relationships, educate partners and uncover new business opportunities.<br>• Attends international and local leisure showcases, conferences, tradeshows, functions etc. as a representative of both properties, ensuring that the quality image of the unique portfolio is portrayed, and that every opportunity is taken to promote the hotels and Marriott International.<br>• Conducts content checks on e-channels, websites, and printed/digital brochures to ensure accurate details about the properties. <br>• Takes responsibility for the compilation and execution of quarterly sales action plans as agreed with MP Assistant Director of Sales & Distribution/ MP Director of Sales & Distribution. Communicates any trends, updates, obstacles on a regular basis.<br>• Tracks monthly segment results, monitors production/weekly pick-up and handles the corresponding reports accordingly.<br>• Executes and supports the operational aspects of leisure business booked (incl. customer correspondence).<br>• Handles VIP guests’/partners’ reservations with utmost care and attention, communicates with respective departments for any required arrangements, meet & greets etc.<br>• Takes personal responsibility to ensure that standards are maintained and that available systems/tools are utilized to their full capacity. <br>• Maintains effective call objective, up-to-date activity and relevant information for each key account and ensures follow up is executed in a timely manner.<br>• Owns and ensures an efficient day-to-day operation of the leisure segment.<br>• Understands and is in a position to accurately hand over any leisure group and event enquiries to Groups & Events team.<br>• Takes personal responsibility for understanding the overall commercial strategy and budgetary guidelines, enabling empowered decision-making in all rate negotiations.<br>• Collaborates with marketing department for new initiatives, out-of-the-box ideas, etc. to drive performance and exposure.<br>• Participates in regular business reviews and strategy meetings providing an update on the travel segment performance and trends. Active involvement in the annual budget planning process.<br>• Supervises support staff in the planning, administration and execution of assigned tasks and any other sales related activities, as required. Assist when needed in recruiting, directing, managing, training and coaching sales associates.<br>Using Knowledge of Market Trends and Target Customer Information to Maximize Revenue<br>• Understand hotels’ business mix and how leisure segment ties into overall strategy.<br>• Analyses and maintains knowledge of customers, leisure/wholesale market trends, competitors’ strengths and weaknesses, economic developments, supply and demand etc. to allow for optimal selling. Monitors, collects, analyses data and communicates information accordingly to adapt selling strategies and align sales activities according to needs.<br>• Closes the most profitable business opportunities for the hotels based on market conditions and location needs.<br>• Gains understanding of the hotels’ primary target customers and service expectations. Serves the customers by understanding their business, requirements and potential concerns in order to offer enhanced solutions both prior to and during the stay/program/event.<br>Providing Exceptional Customer Service <br>• Partners with reservations, revenue, hotel operations and other concerned departments to provide an exemplary customer service, while building long-lasting business relationships and loyalty to Marriott International<br>• Sets a positive example and collaborates with various departments to create distinctive moments for the clients on property, ensuring that expectations are exceeded.<br>• Executes and supports the company’s service standards, driving customer loyalty by delivering consistent service excellence throughout each customer experience.<br>• Interacts with clients to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.<br>• Demonstrates high energy levels to motivate and inspire the team to focus on consistently providing the highest level of customer service.<br>• Conducts training for associates about leisure/wholesale segment, initiatives, requirements and expectations. <br>Additional Responsibilities<br>• Conducts and coordinates site inspections for hotels, as required.<br>• Performs other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs.<br>At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.<br>Combining timeless glamour with a vanguard spirit, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is committed to delivering exquisite experiences at more than 50 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses around the world. Beginning with the debut of The St. Regis hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth century, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by a team of gracious hosts that combine classic sophistication and modern sensibility, as well as our signature Butler Service. We invite you to explore careers at St. Regis. In joining St. Regis, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.</span> </div>
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<span><br>POSITION SUMMARY<br>The Sales Executive – Outside Catering Sales is responsible for leading the strategic and proactive catering sales efforts for JW Marriott Marquis Dubai. This role is pivotal in achieving catering revenue goals, enhancing guest and associate satisfaction, and implementing Marriott’s brand service strategy across all aspects of the outside catering sales process. The Sales Executive actively upsells each business opportunity to maximize revenue opportunity, accurate forecasting, and strategic decision-making around the hotel’s outside catering initiatives. Ensure business is turned over properly and in timely fashion for proper service delivery in accordance with compliance policy of Marriott International / JW Marriott Operating Standards to maintain brand integrity. <br>Key Responsibilities<br>Develop and execute the properties outside catering sales strategy in alignment with overall business goals.<br>Drive proactive sales efforts to secure new business and grow existing accounts.<br>Collaborate with operations and culinary teams to ensure seamless execution of catered events.<br>Accurately forecast catering revenues and monitor performance against targets.<br>Identify market trends and customer needs to tailor offerings and enhance competitiveness.<br>Ensure compliance with brand standards and service excellence in all client interactions.<br>Maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and vendors to support long-term business growth.<br>Represent the hotel at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to promote outside catering services.<br>Candidate Profile<br>Experience:<br>Must have (1+) years of progressive sales experience <br>Previous experience in the hospitality industry preferred; experience selling luxury brands and experiential services preferred <br>Experience of selling in catering segment is essential.<br>Marriott sales experience is desirable but not essential.<br>Handling outside catering business is essential. <br>Fluent Arabic both oral and written is desirable but not essential.<br>Skills and Knowledge <br>Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.<br>Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.<br>Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.<br>Basic Computer Skills - Using basic computer hardware and software (e.g., personal computers, word processing software, Internet browsers, etc.).<br>Number Facility - The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.<br>Sales and Marketing - Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.<br>Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.<br>Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.<br>Analytical/Critical Thinking - The ability to gather and organize information using a logical and systematic process; recognize patterns and relationships in complex data; examine data to identify implications, problems and draw appropriate conclusions; generate alternative solutions to problems; evaluate strengths, weaknesses and consequences of alternative solutions and approaches to solving problems.<br>Originality - The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about products, services or situations, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.<br>Create and Maintain Relationships with Clients - Reach out to clients to help manage the business process, set and meet client expectations and deliver according to the budget.<br>Exceeding Customer Expectations - Providing services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.<br>Selling or Influencing Others - Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.<br>Proactive Selling - Taking action to go out and get clients and close sales whilst demonstrating understanding of strategy to ensure of achieving budgeted revenue goals in Group Room Revenue, Catering Revenue and ADR.<br>Demonstrating Knowledge - Demonstrating knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.<br>Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.<br>Education or Certification <br>2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years’ experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.<br>4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management<br>Core Work Activities<br>The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:<br>Works collaboratively with off-property sales channels (e.g., Event BookingCenter, Market Sales, Strategic Accounts) to ensure sales efforts are coordinated, complementary and not duplicative.<br>Targets group/catering accounts, markets, or segments with heavy emphasis on proactive solicitation and account saturation.<br>Partners with group/catering counterpart to effectively manage the business opportunity.<br>Responds to incoming group/catering opportunities for the hotels that are outside parameters of the Event Booking Center.<br>Handles all opportunities if hotels does not participate in an EBC.<br>Identifies, qualifies and solicits new group/catering business to achieve personal and each hotel’s revenue goals.<br>Focuses efforts on group/catering accounts with significant potential sales revenue.<br>Handles complex business with significant revenue potential as well as significant customer expectations.<br>Develops effective group/catering sales plans and actions.<br>Designs, develops and sells creative catered events.<br>Maximize revenue by up selling packages and creative food and beverage.<br>Understands the overall market - competitors’ strengths and weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand etc. and knows how to sell against them.<br>Close the best opportunities for each property based on market conditions and individual property needs.<br>Uses negotiating skills and creative selling abilities to close on business and negotiate contracts.<br>Utilizes MarrWeb for resources and information (e.g., Training Energizers, etc.).<br>Leverages available eTools (e.g., eRooming Lists, eProposals, Passkey, etc.).<br>Build and strengthen relationships with existing and new customers to enable future bookings. Activities include sales calls, entertainment, FAM trips, trade shows, etc.<br>Develop relationships within community to strengthen and expand customer base for group/catering sales opportunities.<br>Manage and develop relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.<br>Uses sales resources and administrative/support staff.<br>Conducts site inspections.<br>Create contracts as required.<br>Supports brand’s Service and Relationship Strategy, driving customer loyalty by delivering service excellence through each customer experience.<br>Provides excellent customer service in order to grow share of the account.<br>Executes brand’s Customer Service Standards and hotel’s Brand Standards.<br>Executes and supports Marriott’s Customer Service Standards and hotel’s Brand Standards. <br>Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).<br>Participates in and practices daily service basics of the brand (i.e., MHR Spirit to Serve Daily Basics, RHR Savvy Service Basics, Courtyard, SpringHill Suites, Fairfield Inn Basics of the Day, Residence Inn Daily Huddle, or TownePlace Suites Morning Meeting).<br>Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty by assisting the customer and ensuring their satisfaction before and during their program/event.<br>Serves the customer by understanding their needs and recommending the appropriate features and services that best meet their needs and exceed their expectations, while building a relationship and loyalty to Marriott.<br>Gains understanding of the hotel’s primary target customer and service expectations; serves the customer by understanding their business, business issues and concerns, to offer better business solution both prior to, and during the program/event.<br>Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs<br>Leadership<br>Adaptability<br>- Determines how change impacts self and others; displays flexibility in adjusting priorities; and communicates both the reasons for change and how it impacts the workplace. <br>Communication<br>- Customizes approach to conveying complex information and ideas to others in a convincing and engaging manner; appropriately interprets verbal and non-verbal behavior; and models active listening to ensure understanding.<br>Problem Solving and Decision Making<br>- Models and coaches others on breaking complex issues into manageable parts, identifying and evaluating alternatives and their implications before making decisions, and involving and gaining agreement from others when making key decisions. <br>Professional Demeanor<br>- Exhibits behavioral styles that convey confidence and command respect from others; makes a good first impression and represents the company in alignment with its values.<br>Managing Execution<br>Building and Contributing to Teams<br>- Leads and participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of common goals while fostering cohesion and collaboration among team members.<br>Driving for Results<br>- Sets high standards of performance for self and/or others; assumes responsibility for work objectives; initiates, focuses, and monitors the efforts of self and/or others toward the accomplishment goals; proactively takes action and goes beyond what is required.<br>Planning and Organizing<br>- Gathers information and resources required to set a plan of action for self and/or others; prioritizes and arranges work requirements for self and/or others to accomplish goals and ensure work is completed.<br>Building Relationships<br>Coworker Relationships<br>- Interacts with others in a way that builds openness, trust, and confidence in the pursuit of organizational goals and lasting relationships. <br>Customer Relationships<br>- Develops and sustains relationships based on an understanding of customer needs and actions consistent with the company’s service standards. <br>Global Mindset<br>- Supports employees and business partners with diverse styles, abilities, motivations, and/or cultural perspectives; utilizes differences to drive innovation, engagement and enhance business results; and ensures employees are given the opportunity to contribute to their full potential.<br>Generating Talent and Organizational Capability<br>Organizational Capability<br>- Evaluates and adapts the structure of team assignments and work processes to best fit the needs and/or support the goals of an organizational unit.<br>Talent Management<br>- Provides guidance and feedback to help individuals develop and strengthen skills and abilities needed to accomplish work objectives.<br>Learning and Applying Professional Expertise<br>Applied Learning<br>- Seeks and makes the most of learning opportunities to improve performance of self and/or others.<br>Business Acumen<br>- Understands and utilizes business information to manage everyday operations and generate innovative solutions to approach team, business, and administrative challenges.<br>Technical Acumen<br>- Understands and utilizes professional skills and knowledge in a specific functional area to conduct and manage everyday business operations and generate innovative solutions to approach function-specific work challenges<br>Basic Competencies <br>- Fundamental competencies required for accomplishing basic work activities. <br>Basic Computer Skills <br>- Uses basic computer hardware and software (e.g., personal computers, word processing software, Internet browsers, etc.).<br>Mathematical Reasoning <br>- Demonstrates ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly, correctly, and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues.<br>Oral Comprehension <br>- Demonstrates ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.<br>Reading Comprehension <br>- Demonstrates understanding of written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.<br>Writing<br>- Communicates effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.<br>Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you. <br>JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.</span> </div>
Job Title:Solution Architect Job Category: Concept:Digital Job Code/ Req#:NALocation:Dubai, UAETravel Required:As required Reporting To:Position Type:Full Time Landmark Group – Introduction The Landmark Group began its journey in 1973 with one store in Bahrain and has grown into one of the largest retail and hospitality conglomerates in the Middle East, Africa, and India. Currently, the Group operates over 2,200 outlets, encompassing over 30 million square feet across 21 countries. Job Purpose The Technical Architect is responsible for defining and guiding the technical and application architecture for enterprise solutions. The role translates business requirements into scalable, secure, and practical solution designs across applications, integrations, cloud platforms, data flows, and enterprise systems.<br><br>Key Focus Areas:<br><br>Application Architecture Solution Design AI Enabled Application Architecture Application Modernization Cloud and Platform Enablement Cross Domain Application Alignment Infrastructure and Security Driven Application Design Drive Innovation<br><br>Job Description Application Architecture<br><br>Design end-to-end application architectures across enterprise platforms, custom applications, Saa S solutions, cloud services, and digital systems Define application architecture standards, patterns, and best practices for modular design, service design, maintainability, scalability, performance, reliability, and supportability Guide teams on application structure, component design, technology selection, and alignment with enterprise architecture principles Ensure application designs support business capabilities, operational needs, security expectations, and long-term technology direction<br><br>Application Solution Design<br><br>Translate business requirements into practical end-to-end technical designs and solution options Evaluate solution alternatives, identify technical risks, assess cost versus benefit, and recommend fit-for-purpose architecture decisions Create solution designs that consider applications, data flows, integrations, infrastructure, security, operations, and delivery constraints Provide technical guidance during delivery to ensure the implemented solution remains aligned with the approved design<br><br>AI Enabled Application Architecture<br><br>Identify practical opportunities to embed AI, automation, machine learning, and generative AI capabilities into enterprise applications and business processes Guide application teams on AI enabled solution patterns, including intelligent search, document processing, recommendation engines, conversational interfaces, workflow automation, and decision support Ensure AI-enabled application designs consider data quality, privacy, security, access control, auditability, explainability, operational support, and responsible AI principles Work with data, integration, security, infrastructure, and platform teams to ensure AI solutions are properly connected to enterprise data, APIs, cloud services, and application platforms Support evaluation of AI tools, platforms, APIs, and vendor capabilities to determine fit-for-purpose use cases and enterprise adoption Ensure AI capabilities are designed as part of the application architecture, not as disconnected experiments or standalone proof of concepts<br><br>Application Modernization<br><br>Support legacy application assessment, rationalization, modernization, and simplification initiatives Identify opportunities to reduce technical debt, remove duplication, consolidate platforms, and improve application maintainability Guide modernization approaches including replatforming, refactoring, replacement, cloud adoption, containerization, and service enablement Partner with business and technology teams to define practical transition states from current architecture to target architecture<br><br>Infrastructure and Security Aware Application Design<br><br>Ensure application designs properly consider hosting, compute, storage, network, identity, access, security controls, performance, resilience, monitoring, backup, disaster recovery, and operational support requirements Work closely with infrastructure and security architects to align application designs with enterprise infrastructure, cloud, network, and security standards Incorporate security by design principles including identity and access management, role based access, encryption, secure APIs, data protection, vulnerability management, and compliance needs Validate that applications are designed for availability, scalability, observability, supportability, and production readiness<br><br>Cloud and Platform Enablement<br><br>Guide the use of cloud services, enterprise platforms, Dev Ops practices, CI/CD, automation, environment strategy, and deployment patterns Support application teams in adopting cloud native and platform capabilities where they provide business and technical value Ensure cloud and platform choices are secure, scalable, cost effective, supportable, and aligned with enterprise standards Collaborate with platform, Dev Ops, infrastructure, and engineering teams to improve delivery speed, reliability, and operational maturity<br><br>Cross Domain Application Alignment<br><br>Work closely with enterprise, integration, data, infrastructure, security, and platform architects to ensure application solutions are aligned across the broader technology landscape Ensure application designs properly address integration points, data movement, master data needs, reporting dependencies, security controls, infrastructure impact, and operational dependencies Maintain clear ownership boundaries with specialized architecture domains while ensuring end-to-end solution integrity Identify reuse opportunities across applications, platforms, services, APIs, and shared technical capabilities<br><br>Architecture Governance & Compliance Alignment<br><br>Work with the Architecture Review Board, enterprise architecture team, and domain architects to ensure application and technical solution designs follow approved architecture standards, principles, and governance processes Support architecture review submissions by preparing solution architecture documents, design diagrams, technical decision records, risk assessments, and required review materials Review application and technical designs for alignment with enterprise standards across application architecture, integration, data, infrastructure, security, cloud, and operational readiness Identify architecture risks, design gaps, technical debt, compliance concerns, and operational impacts early in the solution lifecycle Ensure application solutions consider security, privacy, data protection, resilience, disaster recovery, audit, and regulatory requirements in partnership with the relevant domain owners Track architecture decisions, exceptions, risks, and follow-up actions through the appropriate governance forums and delivery checkpoints<br><br>Leadership & Collaboration<br><br>Serve as subject matter expert and technical advisor for infrastructure and security initiatives Mentor engineering teams on architecture principles, security best practices, and technology adoption Collaborate with enterprise architects, application teams, and business stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs Lead architectural reviews, provide technical guidance, and resolve design conflicts Stay current with industry trends, emerging threats, and innovative technologies<br><br>Documentation & Knowledge Management<br><br>Create and maintain solution architecture documents, application architecture diagrams, system context diagrams, data flow diagrams, deployment views, technical design documents, and architecture decision records Document key design decisions, architecture assumptions, technical risks, dependencies, exceptions, standards, reusable patterns, and open issues Maintain architecture artifacts required for Architecture Review Board reviews, delivery governance, production readiness, operational handover, and future system changes Document application design standards, technical patterns, operational guidelines, and support considerations in collaboration with architecture and engineering teams Conduct knowledge transfer sessions and capability building programs for engineering, product, delivery, and technical teams<br><br>Knowledge, Skills & Experience Relevant Job Experience Professional Experience<br><br>10 plus years of experience in application development, technical architecture, solution architecture, enterprise systems, or technology delivery roles5 plus years of experience in application architecture, technical solution design, or enterprise wide solution architecture Proven experience designing and delivering large scale enterprise application solutions across custom applications, Saa S platforms, cloud services, and packaged business systems Strong experience translating business requirements into end-to-end technical designs covering applications, data flows, integrations, infrastructure, security, cloud, and operations Experience working with Architecture Review Boards, enterprise architecture teams, and domain architects to review, govern, and align solution designs Strong background in application modernization, platform consolidation, cloud adoption, technical debt reduction, and legacy system rationalization Practical experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud, including application hosting, deployment patterns, scalability, security, monitoring, and cost awareness Experience working with integration teams on APIs, middleware, event based flows, data exchange, and system interaction patterns Experience guiding engineering teams on application design, technical patterns, Dev Ops practices, CI/CD, automation, testing, deployment, and production readiness Retail, ecommerce, hospitality, supply chain, or enterprise business systems experience strongly preferred<br><br>Technical Skills<br><br>Application Architecture: Enterprise applications, custom platforms, Saa S solutions, packaged systems, modular design, service design, API first architecture, scalability, maintainability, and supportability Solution Design: End to end technical design, solution options, architecture tradeoffs, risk assessment, cost versus benefit analysis, transition architecture, and implementation guidance AI Enabled Architecture: Practical understanding of generative AI, machine learning enabled applications, AI APIs, intelligent search, automation, prompt enabled workflows, responsible AI, data privacy, model integration, and AI solution governance Cloud Platforms: Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, hybrid cloud, application hosting, cloud services, deployment patterns, cloud security, scalability, resilience, and cost optimization Integration Design: REST APIs, event driven architecture, middleware, messaging, file based integrations, data exchange patterns, and system interaction models in partnership with the integration architect Infrastructure Design: Hosting, compute, storage, networking, load balancing, application gateways, backup, disaster recovery, high availability, and operational support considerations Security by Design: IAM, SSO, MFA, role based access, encryption, secure APIs, data protection, vulnerability management, application security, privacy, and compliance alignment Dev Ops and Automation: CI/CD, release management, environment strategy, Azure Dev Ops, Git Hub Actions, automated testing, deployment automation, and infrastructure as code awareness Observability and Operations: Monitoring, logging, alerting, performance management, incident readiness, production support, operational handover, and service reliability Architecture Documentation: Solution architecture documents, application diagrams, system context diagrams, data flow diagrams, deployment views, technical design documents, and architecture decision records<br><br>Required Leadership Skills<br><br>Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate business requirements into technical architecture and long-term infrastructure strategy Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences Problem Solving: Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure and security challenges Collaboration: Strong team player with experience working across organizational boundaries and with external partners Innovation: Forward-thinking approach to evaluating and adopting emerging technologies and methodologies<br><br>Powered by Jazz HR<br><br>0vwc NFvr87