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Thales

<div>Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.
We have been present in Saudi Arabia for 40 years and with over 600 employees to date, we are growing rapidly. Together we are delivering our signalling, control and train protection systems for the North &ndash;South Railway (NSR), the longest system of it&rsquo;s kind in the world. Together we are key suppliers of In-flight entertainment and connectivity systems as well as air traffic management solutions in Saudi. We are making Saudi Arabia a safer place by securing the country&rsquo;s critical infrastructure and e-security solutions that secure the country&rsquo;s electronic payment systems. Thales has been selected to supply major electronic systems for air defence and the Group also supplied communication and optronic systems for the Army, the Saudi Arabia National Guards and the Air Force.
JOB OBJECTIVE
The operational efficiency, safety, and passenger experience of airports undergoing refurbishment or modernization is a critical success factor for airport authorities and aviation stakeholders. It relies on a comprehensive understanding of terminal operations, airside/landside processes, regulatory compliance (ICAO, IATA, ACI), capacity planning, passenger flow modeling, baggage and cargo systems, aviation security, operational technologies (AODB, RMS, FIDS, BHS), and multi-stakeholder coordination across live brownfield environments.
The projects associated with airport refurbishment and expansion are highly complex, phased, and multi-disciplinary in nature, and require deep operational expertise, systems thinking, and the ability to translate operational requirements into robust architectures, technical specifications, and Target Operating Models that will govern airport performance for 15-30 years.
The role of the Airport Operations Architect is to ensure the overall operational coherence and long-term viability of these projects by acting as the operational Design Authority, defining future-state Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), ensuring alignment of all stakeholders and engineering disciplines, and guaranteeing that the refurbished airport will meet international standards, capacity targets, and service level commitments throughout its operational lifecycle. 
ROLES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul><li>Act as the Operational Design Authority for the airport refurbishment or modernization program, ensuring that all design, architecture, systems, and infrastructure decisions are operationally sound, compliant, and fit-for-purpose over the project lifecycle.</li><li>Define and structure the Target Operating Model (TOM) and Concept of Operations (CONOPS) for the future-state airport, covering terminal, airside, landside, back-of-house, and technical/operational systems, in coordination with airport authority, airlines, ground handlers, and regulatory agencies.</li><li>Lead comprehensive operational, functional, and capacity assessments of existing facilities and systems, benchmarking performance against ICAO, IATA, and ACI standards, and identifying gaps, bottlenecks, non-compliances, and strategic improvement opportunities.</li><li>Translate operational requirements and service level objectives into technical and functional specifications for passenger processing systems, baggage and cargo handling, operational IT systems (AODB, RMS, FIDS), security and border control, ICT backbone, and terminal/airside/landside layouts and facilities.</li><li>Coordinate internal and external partners (airport authority, airlines, security agencies, air navigation service providers, engineering and architectural consultants, systems integrators) to achieve a coherent operational vision and ensure alignment across all project disciplines (architecture, MEP, ICT, security).</li><li>Participate in the costing and commercial structuring of operational solutions, ensuring competitiveness and value-for-money while maintaining operational integrity, and contributing to Work Package definitions, RFP documentation, and procurement strategies.</li><li>Oversee the choice of operational and technical solutions in a context of long-term planning (15-30 year horizons), balancing innovation, scalability, resilience, and operational continuity, while maintaining a pragmatic, phased approach to implementation in live airport environments.</li><li>Communicate and defend operational solutions in support of project strategy, senior leadership, government authorities, and regulatory bodies, ensuring that operational recommendations are credible, evidence-based, and aligned with the airport's strategic objectives and passenger experience goals.</li><li>Participate in and guide operational policy and governance for the project, including phasing strategies, operational continuity planning during construction, ORAT (Operational Readiness and Airport Transfer) programs, and post-implementation performance monitoring and optimization.</li></ul>
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
12-15 years of experience in airport operations, terminal management, airport planning, or aviation infrastructure consulting, including at least 5 years in senior operational or technical leadership roles (Head of Operations, Operations Manager, Lead Consultant, or Design Authority) on major airport refurbishment, expansion, or greenfield programs.
QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATION &amp; EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Airport Management, Aviation / Aeronautical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Transport Planning, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
Master's degree in aviation, transport, systems engineering, or related field is strongly preferred.
Professional certifications such as ACI AMPAP (Airport Management Professional Accreditation Programme), ICAO AVSEC, PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent aviation/project management credentials are highly desirable.
PREFERRED SKILLS
<div>The qualities needed to succeed in this role are: 
<ul><li>A structured, systems-thinking approach to airport operational architectures, including mastery of operational modeling and simulation tools (CAST, SIMMOD, or equivalent), capacity and Level of Service analysis, and the ability to decompose complex multi-stakeholder operational requirements into coherent technical specifications and design inputs.</li><li>Wide-ranging technical and operational expertise across airport domains: terminal operations (passenger flows, check-in, security, immigration, boarding, baggage claim), airside operations (apron, stands, GSE, refueling, airfield lighting, NAVAIDs), landside interfaces (curbside, parking, public transport), baggage and cargo systems (BHS, CHS, sortation, EDS), and operational IT systems (AODB, RMS, FIDS, resource management, operational control centers).</li><li>A deep understanding of international aviation standards and best practices (ICAO Annexes 9, 14, 17, Doc 9157; IATA ADRM, LoS standards, Ground Operations Manual; ACI policies and benchmarks), with the ability to interpret, apply, and defend compliance positions in front of regulators, airport authorities, and government stakeholders.</li><li>The ability to analyze operational needs, demand scenarios, and growth forecasts, and to extract robust, future-proof technical requirements, design constraints, and performance KPIs that will guide architecture, engineering, and systems integration over the full project lifecycle.</li></ul></div><ul><li>The ability to lead and influence multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders, including airport operators, airlines, ground handlers, security agencies, consultants (architecture, engineering, systems), and contractors, ensuring operational requirements are understood, prioritized, and embedded in all project deliverables.</li><li>An innovative, forward-looking vision with a 15-30 year solution-building perspective (anticipating growth, new aircraft types, evolving passenger expectations, digital transformation, automation, sustainability), while maintaining a pragmatic, phased, and risk-managed approach to implementation in constrained brownfield environments with operational continuity requirements.</li><li>A strong capacity for communication, persuasion, and credibility that will support operational strategy, defend design choices, and lend authority to recommendations presented to senior management, government authorities, and international regulatory bodies.</li><li>Excellent documentation and specification writing skills, with the ability to produce clear, structured, and defensible operational studies, Target Operating Models, Concepts of Operations, technical specifications, Work Package definitions, and RFP requirements that will guide procurement, design, and implementation.</li></ul>
At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!</div>

Solution Architect - Airport Operations

<div>Location: Cairo, Egypt
In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.
Thales has built a presence in Egypt for over 40 years and has today over 100 employees. Thales in Egypt is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE.Together We delivered fare collection and control and communication systems for the first metro line in Africa, Metro Line 1 in Cairo. Since then we have continued to bring growth and security and safety to the country by upgrading these transportation systems as well as providing solutions for customers in air traffic management, air defence and Navy.
JOB OBJECTIVE
Talent Acquisition ensures Thales has the right talent for both current and future needs, aligning recruitment strategies with global objectives. The team manages the full recruitment lifecycle across the region, from sourcing to on boarding, and is accountable for all outcomes.
As a Talent Acquisition Partner for Thales AMEWA, your main responsibility is to fill roles efficiently by providing expert advice and guidance to hiring managers and candidates, based on industry best practice and market insights. You own the recruitment process end-to-end, ensuring quality, candidate &amp; stakeholders experience, and inclusion are central throughout.
The team delivers external talent for open roles quickly and effectively, balancing speed, quality, and stakeholder service. You also help foster a positive team culture that encourages ownership, accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.
ROLES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>
Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for assigned roles.</li><li>
Collaborate with Hiring Managers to define role requirements, selection criteria, and decision-making, ensuring high-quality hires.</li><li>
Prioritize candidate experience and act as a Thales brand ambassador.</li><li>
Support and advise Hiring Managers throughout interviews, coaching and promoting best recruitment practices.</li><li>
Build and manage external talent pools and source candidates for current and future needs.</li><li>
Stay updated on and leverage effective advertising and sourcing channels.</li><li>
Represent Thales at external events to maintain strong networks and market insight.</li><li>
Promote and embed Diversity &amp; Inclusion initiatives within the team.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with Thales policies and maintain accurate records in key systems.</li><li>
Align recruitment with broader business objectives, including diversity and employer branding.</li><li>
Embrace and contribute to agile team practices.</li><li>
Utilize global Talent Acquisition resources and collaborate with the TA Project Support and Global Support Teams.</li><li>
Work closely with the wider HR function as needed.</li></ul>
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
<ul><li>Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist or similar role in a large, complex organization, recruiting across multiple disciplines.</li><li>
Strong team player with a track record of delivering business outcomes.</li><li>
Skilled in full-cycle recruitment, including diverse sourcing, assessment, and evaluation methods.</li><li>
Demonstrates resilience, tenacity, and accountability in resolving issues and completing tasks.</li><li>
Experienced in assessing candidate skills, cultural fit, and motivation.</li><li>
Proficient with multiple HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and effective candidate management.</li><li>
Familiar with agile principles and supportive of agile working practices.</li><li>
Adept at sourcing both passive and active candidates through a variety of channels for immediate and future needs.</li></ul>
Desirable<ul><li>
Experience in the Engineering and Technology skills market</li><li>
Experience of influencing within a globally matrixed environment</li><li>
Prior experience working for the Saudi Arabia market</li></ul>
QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATION &amp; EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s/Master&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources Management or similar</li></ul>
PREFERRED SKILLS
<ul><li>Able to assess how business strategy changes affect talent needs, and help identify skills gaps and relevant talent pools.</li><li>
Builds strong relationships with Hiring Managers and candidates; skilled in stakeholder management, challenging misconceptions and bias to positively influence outcomes.</li><li>
Leverages credibility and knowledge of strategic business priorities at country and group level to build partnerships.</li><li>
Interprets and analyzes data, identifies talent acquisition trends, and reports through Workday and other systems.</li><li>
Understands Thales&rsquo; structure, operations, and key business drivers.</li></ul>
At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!</div>

Regional Talent Acquisition Partner

<div>Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.
Thales has built a presence in the United Arab Emirates for over 35 years, and today has over 300 employees. Thales in the UAE is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE. Together we delivered technology for the Dubai metro, the longest driverless metro network in the world and a fare collection system that processes up to 250,000 transactions per day. We make UAE a safer place by providing secure electronic payment solutions, cyber security systems and communications as well as security systems for Dubai International Airport and air traffic management and navigation systems for Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s airport.<div>
MISSIONS &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES 
 
BUSINESS AS USUAL 
<ul><li>Increase opportunity pipeline and win rate on new markets/ products/customers</li><li>Better qualified opportunities (profitable)</li><li>Prepare the ground for better capture: acts as the prospect / customer's trusted advisor &amp; shaper</li><li>Better understanding of prospect / customer needs</li><li>Shape solutions according to our product policy</li></ul> 
NEW BUSINESS 
<ul><li>Explore, Test &amp; Orient Market</li><li>Identify potential leads</li><li>Successfully implement a new offer: win first contracts</li><li>Build a partnership model with the customer</li><li>Promote innovation capabilities</li><li>Define winning play area: which customers, areas, go to market</li><li>Ensure alignment between leads &amp; BL strategy &amp; KAM</li><li>Identify potential showstoppers in the early phase</li><li>Identify scenarios for winning the opportunity, in particular partners</li><li>Support the capture team as a capture team member</li></ul> 
DECISIONS OWNED / KEY DELIVERABLES 
<ul><li>Team/resources needed</li><li>Dedicated budget (campaign/demo/R&amp;D) &laquo; entrepreneur &raquo;</li></ul> 
DELIVERABLES PRODUCED 
<ul><li>Business plan /case</li><li>MOU/ Partnership agreement/LOI/contract</li><li>Value proposition</li><li>BD plan</li><li>First sales enablement kit</li><li>Customer Support &amp; Services (innovation)</li></ul> 
KEY INTERACTIONS 
<ul><li>PLM/product owner</li><li>Marketing /Technical teams</li><li>Segment Marketing</li><li>SAM/KAM</li><li>Sales</li></ul> 
SKILLS &amp; EXPERIENCE REQUIRED 
Business as usual: 
<ul><li>Technical operational knowledge</li><li>Knows and understands BL(s) product policy</li><li>Builds trust in the long-run (internal &amp; external)</li><li>Listening, communication &amp; negotiating skills</li><li>Team spirit, performs through cooperation</li></ul> 
New Business: 
<ul><li>The same +</li><li>Thinking out of the box, creativity</li><li>Builds trust &amp; partnership</li><li>Business Modelling</li></ul> 
KPIs 
<ul><li>OI in new markets/products/customers,</li><li>Increased pipe of profitable opportunities</li><li>Market penetration</li><li>First contract signed / established partnerships / Quick wins</li><li>Customer Support &amp; Services (innovation)</li></ul></div>
At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!</div>

Business Development Representative

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 Location: DOHA BIP QFZA W4, Qatar
 
 
 Thales people architect solutions at the heart of the defence-security continuum. Interoperable and secure information and telecommunications systems for defence, security, and civil operators, are based upon innovative use of radiocommunications, networks, and cybersecurity. We are ground breaking new digital technologies such as 4G mobile communications, cryptography, cloud computing and big data for use in physical protection systems, and critical information systems.
 
 
 We have been present in Qatar for over 35 years and with over 350 employees to date and we are growing rapidly. Thales in Qatar is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE. Our people are working on two major urban rail projects; the Doha Metro and Lusail Tramway and providing security and communications systems for Hamad International Airport and Doha Port as well as delivering world-class In-Flight entertainment and Connectiivity systems.
 
 
 
 Missions &amp; Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Promotes and sells a dedicated portfolio for potential opportunities
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 Takes in orders (sales function), through actions ranging from pre-sales in cooperation with the KAMs/CDs and Business Development teams, up to the end stages of sales finalization;
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 In charge of summarizing and monitoring sales forecasts;
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 Promotes and sells a dedicated portfolio. Manages the overall sale process including, change requests and partners;
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 Runs sales teams and ensures that the necessary interaction takes place with the Countries, in particular through Opportunity pipeline Reviews, Sitcom meetings and Business Forums;
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 Supports the definition of the sales strategy for a project or, more broadly speaking, the sales approach in relation to a specific customer, working in conjunction with the KAM or CD;
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 Ensures customer satisfaction in cooperation with the KAM, through appropriate initiatives, addressing problems and complaints on a case-by-case basis;
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 Captures information on aspects such as risks &amp; opportunities, marketing and sales to share in the Unit ( incl. with Bid/project teams), develops awareness of customer environment
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 Manages the team including the ability to anticipate forecast &hellip;.
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 Able to successfully negotiate the terms of an agreement and close sales in line with expectations
 
 
 
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 DECISIONS OWNED / KEY DELIVERABLES
 
 
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 Mandate of the gate (=head of sales, decision co-owned)
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 OI target proposal
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 Gate 1 (When no CL)
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 Executive Summary
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 Commercial strategy
 
 
 
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 KEY INTERACTIONS
 
 
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 Account Team
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 Bids and Capture teams
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 Sales Operations
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 Finance
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 Quality &amp; Customer Satisfaction
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 Legal
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 BL Stakeholders
 
 
 
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 Skills &amp; Experience Required
 
 
 
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 Listening, empathy
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 Ability to adapt the offer to customer needs
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 Resilience
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 Negotiation
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 Closing skills
 
 
 
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 KPIs
 
 
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 OI
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 GMOI &amp; AGM
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 Pipeline accuracy
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 Pipeline growth on sales perimeter (BD KPI as well)
 
 
 
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 At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!
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Customer Engagement Manager

<div>
 Location: Cairo, Egypt
 
 
 In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.
 
 
 Thales has built a presence in Egypt for over 40 years and has today over 100 employees. Thales in Egypt is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE.Together We delivered fare collection and control and communication systems for the first metro line in Africa, Metro Line 1 in Cairo. Since then we have continued to bring growth and security and safety to the country by upgrading these transportation systems as well as providing solutions for customers in air traffic management, air defence and Navy.
 
 
 
 ROLES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
 
 
 
 Budget controlling:
 
 
 
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 Submit actuals/forecasts to corporate management through the update of magnitude reporting tool as part of monthly reporting of accounting results
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 Support in the consolidation of the annual multi-year budget for Thales AMEWA region
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 Assist in the preparation of country and function budgets for AMEWA
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 Assist in reinforcement and monitoring of accounting and compliance internal controls
 </li>
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 Prepare ad hoc costs analyses as needed by finance internally and by other departments
 </li>
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 Issue monthly intercompany invoices received related to recharge of other miscellaneous costs
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 Managing the closing tasks for some countries within AMEWA scope, including posting entries (actuals &amp; provisions) monitoring the level of actuals vs Budget/Forecast.
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 Monitoring intercompany recharges
 
 
 
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 Accounting and statutory reporting:
 
 
 
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 Support the preparation of audit schedules and balance confirmations for annual statutory audit, including overall analytical review of variance for FS line items and notes and support in the preparation of annual financial statements for 6 legal entities (AMEWA)
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 Discuss with the team during monthly meetings for cash flows, accruals/provisions, receivables/doubtful debts, foreign exchange impact and other ad hoc meetings
 </li>
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 Review and reconcile employee-related balance sheet accounts to clear long-outstanding balances on a quarterly basis
 </li>
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 Support regional treasury manager in the follow-up of intercompany receivables
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 Contribute to the closing of accounting books in coordination with Thales AMEWA chief accountant
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 Collaborate with the team in checking the bi-monthly payment proposal
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 Ensure compliance with IFRS in both accounting &amp; reporting
 
 
 
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 Internal control and processes improvement:
 
 
 
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 Perform Monthly and Yearly Audit controls
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 Execute on quarterly process improvement and update SOP documentation
 
 
 
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 VAT &amp; Tax filling &amp; declaration:
 
 
 
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 Providing VAT reports including analysis to be submitted to local authorities.
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 Ensuring Tax filling and payments are processed within the due deadlines
 
 
 
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 Work Experience
 
 
 
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 5 to 10 years of relevant work experience in similar positions
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 Knowledge of IFRS is a must
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 Prior experience managing budgets, conducting in-depth financial analysis and submitting recommendations for consideration is preferred
 
 
 
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 Qualification, Certification &amp; Educational Requirements
 
 
 
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 Bachelor degree in Accounting / Audit or corporate Finance (mandatory)
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 Master degree in Accounting / Audit or corporate Finance (preferred)
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 Chartered accountancy qualification and/or IFRS diploma (preferred)
 
 
 
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 Preferred Skills
 
 
 
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 Ethics Awareness
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 Inter-relational &amp; Organizational skills (Data &amp; Time reliability)
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 Prior experience managing budgets, conducting in-depth financial analysis and submitting recommendations for consideration
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 Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office), including Microsoft Excel knowledge and experience
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 Ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities
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 Must speak, read and write English fluently
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 Collaborative and cross functional work ethic
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!
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Finance Controller AMEWA

<div>Location: Cairo, Egypt
In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.
Thales has built a presence in Egypt for over 40 years and has today over 100 employees. Thales in Egypt is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE.Together We delivered fare collection and control and communication systems for the first metro line in Africa, Metro Line 1 in Cairo. Since then we have continued to bring growth and security and safety to the country by upgrading these transportation systems as well as providing solutions for customers in air traffic management, air defence and Navy.
ROLES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:
Budget controlling:<ul><li>
Submit actuals/forecasts to corporate management through the update of magnitude reporting tool as part of monthly reporting of accounting results</li><li>
Support in the consolidation of the annual multi-year budget for Thales AMEWA region</li><li>
Assist in the preparation of country and function budgets for AMEWA</li><li>
Assist in reinforcement and monitoring of accounting and compliance internal controls</li><li>
Prepare ad hoc costs analyses as needed by finance internally and by other departments</li><li>
Issue monthly intercompany invoices received related to recharge of other miscellaneous costs</li><li>
Managing the closing tasks for some countries within AMEWA scope, including posting entries (actuals &amp; provisions) monitoring the level of actuals vs Budget/Forecast.</li><li>
Monitoring intercompany recharges</li></ul>
Accounting and statutory reporting:<ul><li>
Support the preparation of audit schedules and balance confirmations for annual statutory audit, including overall analytical review of variance for FS line items and notes and support in the preparation of annual financial statements for 6 legal entities (AMEWA)</li><li>
Discuss with the team during monthly meetings for cash flows, accruals/provisions, receivables/doubtful debts, foreign exchange impact and other ad hoc meetings</li><li>
Review and reconcile employee-related balance sheet accounts to clear long-outstanding balances on a quarterly basis</li><li>
Support regional treasury manager in the follow-up of intercompany receivables</li><li>
Contribute to the closing of accounting books in coordination with Thales AMEWA chief accountant</li><li>
Collaborate with the team in checking the bi-monthly payment proposal</li><li>
Ensure compliance with IFRS in both accounting &amp; reporting</li></ul>
Internal control and processes improvement:<ul><li>
Perform Monthly and Yearly Audit controls</li><li>
Execute on quarterly process improvement and update SOP documentation</li></ul>
VAT &amp; Tax filling &amp; declaration:<ul><li>
Providing VAT reports including analysis to be submitted to local authorities.</li><li>
Ensuring Tax filling and payments are processed within the due deadlines</li></ul>
WORK EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
5 to 10 years of relevant work experience in similar positions</li><li>
Knowledge of IFRS is a must</li><li>
Prior experience managing budgets, conducting in-depth financial analysis and submitting recommendations for consideration is preferred</li></ul>
QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATION &amp; EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>
Bachelor degree in Accounting / Audit or corporate Finance (mandatory)</li><li>
Master degree in Accounting / Audit or corporate Finance (preferred)</li><li>
Chartered accountancy qualification and/or IFRS diploma (preferred)</li></ul>
PREFERRED SKILLS<ul><li>
Ethics Awareness</li><li>
Inter-relational &amp; Organizational skills (Data &amp; Time reliability)</li><li>
Prior experience managing budgets, conducting in-depth financial analysis and submitting recommendations for consideration</li><li>
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office), including Microsoft Excel knowledge and experience</li><li>
Ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities</li><li>
Must speak, read and write English fluently</li><li>
Collaborative and cross functional work ethic</li></ul>
At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!</div>

<div>
 Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
 
 
 Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world&rsquo;s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.
 
 
 Thales has built a presence in the United Arab Emirates for over 35 years, and today has over 300 employees. Thales in the UAE is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE. Together we delivered technology for the Dubai metro, the longest driverless metro network in the world and a fare collection system that processes up to 250,000 transactions per day. We make UAE a safer place by providing secure electronic payment solutions, cyber security systems and communications as well as security systems for Dubai International Airport and air traffic management and navigation systems for Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s airport.
 
 
 Thales AGS Trading is a specialized division within the Thales Group, operating in the aviation aftermarket with a core focus on Used Serviceable Material (USM). AGS Trading aims to deliver a premium service solution, which offers airlines, MROs, and other aviation stakeholders, a cost-effective solution to maintain their fleet in operational condition by selling serviceable high-quality aircraft components for commercial programs.
 
 
 Operating in a fast-paced and competitive trading environment, AGS Trading team leverages data to drive agility, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
 
 
 This position of Enterprise Data Lead is based in Abu Dhabi, UAE and reports to the General Manager of AGS Trading.
 
 
 The position owner will:
 
 
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 Work closely with procurement, supply chain, finance, sales, compliance, and IT, as well as with external vendors and implementation partners.
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 Act as the central point of accountability for the Thales AGS Trading data ecosystem, covering ERP administration, data platforms, data analytics, integrations, and governance:
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 Overseeing of system configuration, user access, and data integrity, while coordinating with ERP vendor technical support to resolve incidents, deploy fixes, and manage upgrades
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 Ensuring smooth change management through UAT, testing, and compliance with internal controls.
 
 
 
 
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 Engage stakeholders to understand priorities, translate them into scalable solutions, and ensure the timely delivery of reliable insights.
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 Driving cross-functional collaboration to align data initiatives with business outcomes, strengthen governance and data quality.
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 Promotion of continuous improvement through automation, knowledge sharing, and best practices.
 
 
 
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 Roles &amp; Responsibilities:
 
 
 
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 Acting as the strategic owner of enterprise data systems, ensuring all platforms are maintained and evolved in alignment with business requirements. Provide leadership in shaping the overall data ecosystem and driving its continuous improvement.
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 Overseeing ERP administration
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 Manage user access controls, cloud-based system configurations, and data extraction using SQL queries across key modules (Inventory Management, Accounting, Sales, Procurement, Repair, etc.).
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 Build and maintain Event Managers within the ERP that send timely alerts and notifications to relevant users.
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 Build and maintain custom ERP forms (such as Customer Quote, Sales Order Acknowledgment, Purchase Order, Financial Invoice, Custom Invoice etc.) that are actively used by relevant teams during day-to-day operations.
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 Use the Screen Editor tool to apply regulations and field-level controls within ERP that ensure the system interface aligns with business requirements.
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 Verify bulk data accuracy and perform imports into the ERP,
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 Actively collaborate with the Technical Support team to resolve critical issue in a timely manner.
 
 
 
 
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 Collaboration with internal cross-functional stakeholders to gather business requirements, translate them into data driven solutions that supports operational excellence and strategic goals.
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 Designing, developing, enhancing, and maintenance of:
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 Automated pipelines (using SQL/Python) and workflows to fetch and integrate raw data from multiple sources in real time into various reports and decision-making tools.
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 Dashboards and predictive models that translate complex data into insights, which provide decision-making, cross-functional support.
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 Creation and maintenance of comprehensive documentation, training materials, and structured knowledge repositories to enable smooth adoption of PBI reports and dashboards. Delivery of training sessions and knowledge transfer programs to build capability and ensure business continuity.
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 Leading Procurement Campaigns and FMV Analytics by managing end-to-end campaign activities including launching campaigns, consolidating and cleaning supplier responses, updating dashboard with validated data, and applying advanced analytical model forecast FMV. Import campaign data and FMV outputs into the ERP within relevant modules/fields to ensure seamless integration and visibility for the users.
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 Leading digital transformation and modernization initiatives (AGS Trading Marketplace &amp; Cloud Migration) to improve processes efficiency ensure data security, workflow optimization, and automation.
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 Collaboration with:
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 Trade Compliance, Export Control department and CRM tech support team to ensure full compliance across Trading operations (Company/PN validation and approval).
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 IS/IT Team to safeguard Thales IT policies and regulatory requirements while mitigating risks associated with data integrity and security.
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 Overseeing data quality frameworks by establishing clear processes within ERP ensuring clean and reliable data
 
 
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 Education:
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s or master&rsquo;s degree in data science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
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 8&ndash;10 years of professional experience in data engineering, ERP systems, and data analytics.
 
 
 
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 Languages &amp; Frameworks: Python, SQL, PySpark, DAX
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 Data Engineering: ETL Pipelines, Data Modeling, Data Integration, API (REST/GraphQL), Talend
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 Databases: Oracle, SQL Server
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 Business Intelligence: Power BI, Tableau
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 ERP Systems: Oracle-based ERP (Quantum Control) &ndash; Configuration, Administration, and Integration
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 Cloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure
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 Advanced Analytics: Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms
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 Automation &amp; Tools: Power Automate, Event Manager
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 Data Governance: Data Quality Management, Validation Rules
 
 
 
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 Strong understanding of procurement, supply chain, finance, and sales functions
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 Ability to bridge business requirements with technical solutions
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 Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and presentation skills
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 Result-oriented mindset with the ability to deliver under pressure and tight deadlines
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 Demonstrated experience working in diverse, cross-functional, and multicultural Team
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 Experience in the aerospace industry or trading domain is an advantage
 
 
 
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