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Consulum

<div>
 
 ACCOUNT LEAD - COMMUNICATIONS
 
 
 ABOUT CONSULUM
 
 
 Consulum are the leading intelligence-led strategy and communications firm. We design and activate evidence-led programmes to deliver targeted outcomes for governments and businesses. Rooted in the MENA region and powered by the Stagwell Global Network, we bring deep insight, cutting-edge tools, and creative firepower to every challenge.
 
 
 
 
 
 We combine unrivalled experience with proprietary research capabilities to generate the clarity leaders need to cut through complexity, act with precision, and deliver meaningful impact. Our vision is to set the global benchmark for how strategy and communications is used to deliver real-world outcomes.
 
 
 
 
 
 As part of a global network, we are linked to more than 13,000 colleagues across 40+ countries, each bringing expertise in communications, research, digital, advertising, transformation, and AI-powered tools. This connection gives us additional tools, insights, and capability to set the industry standard.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ABOUT THE ROLE
 
 
 A unique opportunity to join a leading intelligence-led strategy and communications firm. We are seeking account leads to lead projects that integrate expertise from a range of disciplines, including strategic communications, capacity building and public policy.
 
 
 Candidates might currently be working for government organisations, at communications agencies, multilateral institutions, non-profits or corporations.
 
 
 
 
 
 LOCATION
 
 
 Bahrain
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Achieving commercial outcomes:
 
 Winning, retaining and renewing clients is the core responsibility of senior leads at Consulum.
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 Leading the work:
 
 Bringing together a range of different Consulum experts to deliver an integrated, high-quality solutions for clients.
 </li>
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 Building a relationship of influence with the client:
 
 Winning the trust of the principal client and providing them insight, analysis and advice they take seriously.
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 Leading the Consulum team:
 
 Ensuring Consulum team members understand the mission, are clear about their role, deliver high-quality work and generally perform to standard. A critical aspect of leadership at Consulum is to ensure every team member develops their skills and abilities and can progress over time.
 </li>
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 Participating in business development:
 
 working with the wider Consulum team to generate leads, develop proposals and deliver pitches.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Communications planning and delivery:
 
 the ability to execute these functions at the highest level.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Intelligence:
 
 structured, logical thinkingand presentation: the ability to develop and deliver comprehensive analyses and coherent presentations.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 People:
 
 the ability to lead, influence and mentor people.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Languages:
 
 excellent written and spoken business English. Arabic is preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Project management
 
 : an abilityto structure and manage the delivery of projects and programmes.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Software:
 
 PowerPoint skills are essential.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Attributes
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Leadership:
 
 the ability to develop relationships of influence with clients and staff alike.
 </li>
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 Can-do:
 
 being resourceful, proactive, positive and problem-solving.
 </li>
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 Resilience and stamina
 
 : the abilityto handle diverseclients and a large workload.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Development-orientation:
 
 curiosity and the desire to learn, grow and progress.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Caring for others:
 
 caring about the well-being, develop and progression of more junior staff is critical to any leadership position at Consulum.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Ambition and humility:
 
 we want people who are hungry to grow, but not at the cost of others. Being able to take people on a journey is a key part of being able to work and lead at Consulum
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 15 + years&rsquo; experience in strategy, communications or policy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ideal backgrounds include government, public sector, management consultancy, communications consultancy, charity and think tanks.
 </li>
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 Experience of client relationship building, relationship management and presenting to senior stakeholders.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 OUR VALUES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Solve What Matters
 
 
 
 We solve the right problem, not just the brief.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Challenge With Purpose
 
 
 
 Intelligent, constructive challenge &mdash; for clients and ourselves.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Build Together
 
 
 
 One team, shared development, collective wins.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHY WORK HERE
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Work for a purpose-driven organisation seeking to improve the positive performance and impact of governments and corporates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be part of and contribute to some of the most interesting and challenging government reform programmes in the world.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be part of a high-performance culture defined by the pursuit of excellence, collaboration and a focus on professional development.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to the development of the business.
 </li>
 <li>
 Progress with a clear and achievable path to promotion.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Account Lead - Communications

<div>
 
 
 ABOUT CONSULUM
 
 
 
 Consulum are the leading intelligence-led strategy and communications firm. We design and activate evidence-led programmes to deliver targeted outcomes for governments and businesses. Rooted in the MENA region and powered by a global network, we bring deep insight, cutting-edge tools, and creative firepower to every challenge.
 
 
 
 
 
 We combine unrivalled experience with proprietary research capabilities to generate the clarity leaders need to cut through complexity, act with precision, and deliver meaningful impact. Our vision is to set the global benchmark for how strategy and communications is used to deliver real-world outcomes.
 
 
 
 
 
 As part of a global network, we are linked to more than 13,000 colleagues across 40+ countries, each bringing expertise in communications, research, digital, advertising, transformation, and AI-powered tools. This connection gives us additional tools, insights, and capability to set the industry standard.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ABOUT THE ROLE
 
 
 
 A unique opportunity to join a leading intelligence-led strategy and communications firm. As a mid-level communications professional with extensive experience in implementing integrated communications programmes and campaigns, you will be providing communications strategy, advice, and support to government clients across the MENA region.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 LOCATION
 
 
 
 Manama, Bahrain
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Implementing integrated communications strategies and plans for government ministries, departments, and entities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Managing mid-sized accounts, including responsibility for structuring the work programme, managing the day-to-day execution of activities, and maintaining the client relationship.
 </li>
 <li>
 Developing innovative campaigns that deliver results for clients and integrate multiple disciplines, including digital, stakeholder engagement and media relations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Engaging media on behalf of clients, building media relationships and placing stories.
 </li>
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 Providing ad hoc advice to clients on issues and trends, and the implications of these for the client.
 </li>
 <li>
 Mentoring and developing junior staff on accounts.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
 
 
 
 
 Skills
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Communications planning and delivery &ndash; the ability to execute these functions at the highest level.
 </li>
 <li>
 Content writing &ndash; the ability to generate high-quality written content for print and digital media.
 </li>
 <li>
 Media relations &ndash; the ability to interact with journalists and place stories.
 </li>
 <li>
 Account management &ndash; the ability to manage multiple accounts and workstreams at one time.
 </li>
 <li>
 Leadership &ndash; the ability to develop and mentor staff of different levels.
 </li>
 <li>
 Microsoft Office &ndash; proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Attributes
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Leadership &ndash; the ability to develop relationships of influence with clients and staff alike
 </li>
 <li>
 Resilience and stamina &ndash; the ability to develop solutions under difficult circumstances and maintain a productive pace and outlook.
 </li>
 <li>
 Curiosity and a sense of adventure- we love people who naturally want to know more about the world and are happy to not always have all the answers but can help figure them out.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ambition and humility- we want people who are hungry to grow, but not at the cost of others. Being able to take people on a journey is a key part of being able to work and lead at CSM.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 3- 5 years&rsquo; experience in communications, including working in or consulting to public sector organisations, preferably in the Gulf.
 </li>
 <li>
 Sector expertise in the economic (Sovereign Wealth Funds, inward investment), culture or tourism spaces is preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluent written and spoken Arabic is preferred.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 OUR VALUES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Solve What Matters
 
 
 
 We solve the right problem, not just the brief.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Challenge With Purpose
 
 
 
 Intelligent, constructive challenge &mdash; for clients and ourselves.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Build Together
 
 
 
 One team, shared development, collective wins.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHY WORK HERE
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Work for a purpose-driven organisation seeking to improve the positive performance and impact of governments and corporates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be part of and contribute to some of the most interesting and challenging government reform programmes in the world.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be part of a high-performance culture defined by the pursuit of excellence, collaboration and a focus on professional development.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to the development of the business.
 </li>
 <li>
 Progress with a clear and achievable path to promotion.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Mid-level, Communications

Mind Friend PRO

Location: Hybrid (International)
 Travel: Frequent – Must be able to travel with 24 hours’ notice
 Compensation: USD $200K + Bonus Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered
 
We are seeking a highly disciplined, expert Senior Project Manager to serve as the primary strategic lead and communicator between our European clients and stakeholders across the GCC.
 This role requires a unique blend of high-level project management, geopolitical savvy, and extreme operational flexibility. You will be responsible for navigating complex government-related business environments and ensuring seamless execution of international initiatives.
 
This position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise.:
 
Requirements: 
Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered::
 
Non-Negotiable Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Complete fluency in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at professional level)</li>
<li>Minimum Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)</li>
<li>Minimum 5 years’ proven experience as a Project Manager</li>
<li>Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and/or Saudi Arabia</li>
<li>Strong understanding of Middle East geopolitics and regional sensitivities</li>
<li>Proven experience handling government-related or government-adjacent business in the Gulf region</li>
<li>Exceptional writing, research, and briefing capabilities</li>
<li>Ability to manage high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts</li>
<li>Able to travel internationally with 24 hours’ notice</li>
<li>Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware</li>
</ul>
Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
 
Preferred Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li>Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English.</li>
<li>Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies.</li>
</ul>
Core Responsibilities
 <ul>
<li>Lead strategic projects between European clients and Gulf-based stakeholders</li>
<li>Manage cross-border communications and stakeholder alignment</li>
<li>Prepare high-level briefing papers, research notes, and strategic reports</li>
<li>Navigate government processes and institutional protocols in the Gulf region</li>
<li>Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with geopolitical realities</li>
<li>Represent the organisation in senior meetings when required</li>
</ul>
Benefits: 
Top-Tier Salary: (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus a highly competitive compensation package.
 Full Expense Coverage: All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.
 Hybrid Environment: A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on-site presence.
 Professional Prestige: Work within a high-stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.

Arabic-Speaking Senior Government Affairs & Policy Advisor (Gulf)

MindFriend PRO

<div>
 
 Location:
 
 Hybrid (International)
 
 
 
 Travel:
 
 Frequent - Must be able to travel with 24 hours' notice
 
 
 
 Compensation:
 
 
 USD $200K
 
 
 + Bonus
 
 Top-tier salary + all travel expenses covered
 
 
 We are seeking a highly disciplined, expert
 
 Senior Project Manager
 
 to serve as the primary strategic lead and communicator between our European clients and stakeholders across the GCC.
 
 
 This role requires a unique blend of high-level project management, geopolitical savvy, and extreme operational flexibility. You will be responsible for navigating complex government-related business environments and ensuring seamless execution of international initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 This position is not entry-level. All requirements listed below are mandatory unless stated otherwise.
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Candidates who do not meet all of the following criteria will not be considered:
 
 
 
 
 Non-Negotiable Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Complete fluency in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and reading at professional level)
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred)
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 5 years' proven experience as a Project Manager
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated professional experience working in Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and/or Saudi Arabia
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of Middle East geopolitics and regional sensitivities
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience handling government-related or government-adjacent business in the Gulf region
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional writing, research, and briefing capabilities
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to manage high-level communications between European stakeholders and Gulf counterparts
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to travel internationally with 24 hours' notice
 </li>
 <li>
 Highly discreet, professional, and culturally aware
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Fluency in additional languages beyond Arabic and English
 </li>
 <li>
 Established network within Gulf state regulatory or governmental bodies
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead strategic projects between European clients and Gulf-based stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage cross-border communications and stakeholder alignment
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare high-level briefing papers, research notes, and strategic reports
 </li>
 <li>
 Navigate government processes and institutional protocols in the Gulf region
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with geopolitical realities
 </li>
 <li>
 Represent the organisation in senior meetings when required
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 
 Top-Tier Salary:
 
 (USD $ 200,000+ Annually) Plus Bonus a highly competitive compensation package.
 
 
 
 Full Expense Coverage:
 
 All business travel and logistical expenses are fully paid.
 
 
 
 Hybrid Environment:
 
 A flexible working model combining remote work with essential on-site presence.
 
 
 
 Professional Prestige:
 
 Work within a high-stakes, international professional environment at the intersection of European and Gulf commerce.
</div>

Marriott International

<div>Additional Information 
Job Number26009232 
Job CategorySales &amp; Marketing 
LocationThe Ritz-Carlton Bahrain, Building 173, Road 2803, Manama, Bahrain, Bahrain 
ScheduleFull Time 
Located Remotely?N 
Position Type Non-Management 
<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>POSITION SUMMARY
JOB SUMMARY
The position is accountable for proactively soliciting all business segments (Transient, Group, and Catering) and handling sales &amp; catering opportunities both locally and internationally. Ensures business is turned over properly and in a timely fashion for proper service delivery. Assists in leading all day-to-day activities related to sales with a focus on building long-term, value-based customer relationships that enable achievement of sales objectives. Achieves personal sales goals. Proactively soliciting all local business segments; to include new business from small business accounts, sourcing new accounts, identifying new targets, and re-soliciting past business leads. Ensure compliance with Ritz-Carlton Standard Operating Procedures to maintain brand integrity. 
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
Required:
High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the sales and marketing, guest services, front desk, or related professional area.
OR
2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; no work experience required. 
Preferred:
Previous experience in proactive lead generation in hospitality and sales discipline; knowledge of property-specific business segments (e.g. group, catering, transient); knowledge the hospitality industry.
Previous experience selling luxury brands and experiential services preferred. 
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Sales Activities
Solicits new business from non-deployed small local business accounts, and leads sent through internal referral mechanisms.
Solicits potential new accounts or business opportunities by leveraging business intelligence provided by Sales &amp; Marketing Planning and Support or other third-party data sources to generate leads.
Re-solicits non-deployed realized opportunities, including turndowns, lost opportunities, and actualized business when appropriate.
Drives customer satisfaction through daily interactions (e.g., solicitations, re-solicitations, account calls, site inspections, new business calls, face to face activities, Sales Blitz, etc.).
Conducts customer facing sales activities on behalf of the hotels in partnership with Property Coordinator/Resource as appropriate. (e.g., lunch and learns, social hours, company of the month activities, local industry events, Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) Activities, etc.).
Conducts site inspections for customer accounts as appropriate.
Designs, develops and sells creative catered events.
Maximizes revenue by up-selling packages and creative food and beverage.
Develops menus that drive sales.
Assists with selling, implementation and follow-through of catering promotions.
Maintains complete and up-to-date lead information on each account in Opera System to verify accurate reporting and customer base information.
Attend BEO meeting to ensure operational alignment of all attending departments for next events. Attend weekly Customer Engagement Meeting.
Qualifies and maintains customer&rsquo;s long-term business potential and refers customers to market, field, hotel or national sales office, as required.
Verifies accurate and timely lead turnover to other Sales Channels and partners closely with the Multi-Hotel Sales to ensure qualified leads are entered into Opera System.
Leverages MI Leads for Out of Org, Non-Deployed Accounts.
Presents stakeholder hotel benefits and features based on customer needs.
Understands and utilizes all business processes written in support of the sales organization.
Utilizes negotiation skills and creative selling abilities to uncover new business.
Uses all information systems (e.g., Opera, MRDW, MarRFP-SAPP, Hoteligence, Account Relationship Management (ARM) to research the deployment and value of the accounts deemed important for stakeholder hotel.
Understands the overall market (e.g., competitors&rsquo; strengths and weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand etc.) to sell effectively against the competition.
Communicates trends, opportunities, and market changes to appropriate parties, as needed.
Leverages all available sales channels, (e.g., marriott.com, group and transient intermediaries, field sales, worldwide reservation offices, etc.), to optimize sales revenues.
Understands and actively utilizes company marketing initiatives/incentives to convert cold leads to warm leads.
Tracks weekly activities and relationship to revenue and room night production.
Sets day-today priorities to complete assigned responsibilities
Actively participates and contributes to Sales Strategy Meetings as appropriate.
Adjusts to significant variation in daily workload through independent prioritization.
Drives revenue from local non-deployed accounts for the hotels the Sales Executive represents by proactively soliciting new business from small business accounts, sourcing new accounts, identifying new targets, and re-soliciting past business leads.
Activate local tactics for deployed accounts to pull-through local buyer needs. Communicate best practices for generating creative revenue opportunities.
Performs other duties as appropriate. 
Building Successful Relationships
Leverage deployed account resources to drive business for properties for identified hotels to pull-through business to grow account share.
Participates in community and hotel networking events (e.g., Rotary Clubs, Social Hours, Chamber of Commerce, etc).
Visits neighborhood target and local small business accounts and coordinate follow up efforts.
Coordinates with Property Sales Leader to understand needs and priorities of stakeholder hotels to identify focus areas.
Works collaboratively with all sales channels (e.g. the Multi-Hotel Sales, Account Sales and Global Sales) to establish coordinated sales efforts that are complementary, and not duplicative.
Handles customer care issues and as necessary, refers them to the appropriate owner.
Supports the company&rsquo;s service and relationship strategy, driving customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience.
Services customers to obtain and grow share of the account.
Executes and supports the company&rsquo;s customer service standards.
Engages in property related events that support the development of new accounts (e.g., General Manager (GM) Reception etc.).
Performs other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs. 
MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES
Leadership
Adaptability - Maintains performance level under pressure or when experiencing changes or challenges in the workplace.
Communication - Conveys information and ideas to others in a convincing and engaging manner through a variety of methods.
Problem Solving and Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; obtains and compares information from different sources to draw conclusions, develop and evaluate alternatives and solutions, solve problems, and choose a course of action.
Professional Demeanor - 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.
Managing Execution
Building and Contributing to Teams - Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.
Driving for Results - 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.
Planning and Organizing - Gathers information and resources required to set a plan of action for self and/or others; prioritizes and arranges work requirements to accomplish goals and ensure work is completed.
Building Relationships
Coworker Relationships - Interacts with others in a way that builds openness, trust, and confidence in the pursuit of organizational goals and lasting relationships.
Customer Relationships - Develops and sustains relationships based on an understanding of customer needs and actions consistent with the company&rsquo;s service standards.
Global Mindset - 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.
Generating Talent and Organizational Capability
Organizational Capability - Evaluates and adapts the structure of own assignments and suggests improvements to work processes to best fit the needs and/or support the goals of an organizational unit.
Talent Management - Provides support and feedback to help individuals develop and strengthen skills and abilities needed to accomplish work objectives.
Learning and Applying Professional Expertise
Applied Learning - Seeks and makes the most of learning opportunities to improve performance of self and/or others.
Business Acumen - Understands and utilizes business information to manage everyday operations.
Technical Acumen - Understands and utilizes professional skills and knowledge in a specific functional area to conduct.
General Hotel Operations - Knowledge of the operating principles and practices of all brand/hotel-specific functions to support successful operations of the overall property (e.g., Engineering/Maintenance, Event Management, Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, Legal/Contracting, Food and Beverage, Guest Services/Front Desk, Sales &amp; Marketing, Security/Loss Prevention, Retail/Gift Shops, Spa, and Recreation/Health Club). 
Basic Competencies - Fundamental competencies required for accomplishing basic work activities.
Basic Computer Skills - Uses basic computer hardware and software (e.g., personal computers, word processing software, Internet browsers, etc.).
Mathematical Reasoning - Demonstrates ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly, correctly, and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues.
Oral Comprehension - Demonstrates ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Reading Comprehension - Demonstrates understanding of written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Writing - Communicates effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. 
Skills and Knowledge
Fluent in Arabic language, an advantage.
Aggressive negotiating skills and creative selling abilities to close on business with a high conversion ratio.
Possesses software knowledge (Microsoft Office, etc).
Possesses systems knowledge (OPERA Sales &amp; Catering, Meeting Matrix) and building business blocks.
Must be able to &ldquo;Knock on doors&rdquo; to get the business
Knows how to conduct research on the Internet.
Weekly prospecting and soliciting goals
Uncovering new customers (Local and Social)
Effective sales skills to up-sell products and services
Ability to manage guest room and meeting space inventories
Broad understanding of facility management (sanitation, maintenance, operations)
Strong customer development and relationship management skills
Knowledge of overall hotel operations as they affect department
Knowledge of Event Technology products and services
Knowledge of contract management and legalities
Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong customer and associate relation skills
Strong presentation and platform skills
Strong organization skills
Strong &ldquo;Closing skills&rdquo;
Strong &ldquo;persuasion&rdquo; skills
Effective decision making skills
Valid Driving License (Preferably in GCC)
</div><div>#LI-NS1
</div>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. 
</div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div>Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates
</div></div></div></div>At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world&rsquo;s top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate. 
<div>
 
Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.</div><div>
 
Your role will be to ensure that the &ldquo;Gold Standards&rdquo; of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.</div><div>
 
In joining The Ritz-Carlton, 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.</div></div></div>

Sales & Events Executive - Russian Speaker

Apex Group

<div><div>The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world&rsquo;s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.</div><div></div><div>
Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.</div><div></div><div>
That&rsquo;s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply &lsquo;empower&rsquo; you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.</div><div></div><div>
Take the lead and we&rsquo;ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.</div><div></div><div>
For our business, for clients, and for you</div><div></div><div>
Vice President - Private Equity, Fund Administration</div><div></div><div>
Role Location: Bahrain</div><div>
Department: Fund Administration</div><div>
Employment Type: Full-time</div><div></div><div>
The Role &amp; Key Responsibilities:</div><div>
The successful applicant will be part of the Apex Fund Administration service offering, performing, and providing Fund Administration services to Private Equity Funds. The individual will maintain client relationships; take responsibility for co-ordination of NAV calculation, regulatory reporting, audit preparation, new business take-on and due diligence requirements of the company. The individual will also manage the co-ordination of regulatory reporting, audit preparation, review and timely delivery of reports. This is an exciting role for someone who is determined to get involved in all aspects of fund administration.</div><div></div><div>
Role Responsibilities:</div><ul><li>
Ensuring NAV calculations are reviewed and delivered by the agreed delivery timeframes along with any other client specific reporting requirements;</li><li>
Operational onboarding of new and take on funds;</li><li>
Attendance of meetings where NAV calculations, Financial Statements and other deliverables are discussed;</li><li>
Calculation and processing of fund capital calls and distributions;</li><li>
Ongoing Implementation and refinement of SSAE 18 and ISAE 3402 controls;</li><li>
Ensuring client enquiries are answered in accordance with Apex&rsquo;s service standards on an ongoing basis;</li><li>
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and other requirements of the funds&rsquo; specifications;</li><li>
Review and authorisation of payments via bank portals;</li><li>
Review of financial statements and related regulatory reports;</li><li>
Ability to deal with auditors (external and internal), manage and respond to audit queries;</li><li>
Monitoring of administration fee payments and chasing of debtors;</li><li>
Ensuring best practice are adopted and improving processes to gain efficiencies; and</li><li>
Managing and training staff whilst providing feedback on their performance;</li><li>
Perform investor AML-related risk assessments and due diligence checks;</li><li>
Perform periodic review of investor AML/LYC files;</li><li>
Review FATCA/CRS returns and oversee filing process;</li><li>
Act as the senior point of contact with clients both internal and external;</li><li>
Manage the expectations of clients, seeking and acting on client feedback;</li><li>
Add value to client account planning</li><li>
Promote new ideas and services by applying knowledge of the industry/sector to create client value</li><li>
Continually identify improvements and implement efficient ways of working</li><li>
Create opportunities for cross team collaboration</li><li>
Act in accordance with the Apex Code of Conduct;</li><li>
Deliver the Apex Client Charter.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Skills Required:</div><ul><li>
Holds a Professional accounting qualification with a strong academic background.</li><li>
At least 10+ years&rsquo; relevant experience in private equity Fund administration role.</li><li>
Knowledge of accounting standards i.e. IFRS/UK / LUX / US GAAP.</li><li>
Ability to work to and meet agreed deadlines.</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and written communications skills.</li><li>
Ability to multi-task and work in a pressurised environment.</li><li>
Capacity to problem-solve and ability to deal with complex issues.</li><li>
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision/guidance. Must be a self-starter and willing to take initiate.</li><li>
Strong PC skills including Word, Excel and Macros in Excel.</li><li>
Experience in managing people will be considered an asset.</li><li>
Knowledge of eFront will be considered an advantage.</li><li>
Able to present financial and business data to clients adding my own analysis and expertise</li></ul><div></div><div>
What you will get in return:</div><ul><li>
A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business.</li><li>
Working with a strong and dynamic team.</li><li>
Training and development opportunities.</li><li>
Exposure to all aspects of the business, cross-jurisdiction and to working with senior management directly.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Additional information:</div><div>
We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision are made on the basis of skills, qualifications and experiences. We measure our success as a business, not only by delivering great products and services and continually increasing our assets under administration and market share, but also by how we positively impact people, society and the planet.</div><div>
For more information on our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) please visit <div>https://theapexgroup.com/csr-policy/</div></div><div></div><div>
Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners</div><div></div><div>
Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.</div></div><div></div>

Senior Fund Account Manager - Private Equity

Apex Group Ltd

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 The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world&rsquo;s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.
 
 
 Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.
 
 
 That&rsquo;s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply &lsquo;empower&rsquo; you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.
 
 
 Take the lead and we&rsquo;ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.
 
 
 For our business, for clients, and for you
 
 
 
 Vice President&shy; - Real Estate, Fund Administration
 
 
 
 
 Role Location:
 
 Bahrain
 
 
 
 Department:
 
 Fund Administration
 
 
 
 Employment Type:
 
 Full-time
 
 
 
 About Apex
 
 
 
 The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world&rsquo;s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.
 
 
 Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.
 
 
 That&rsquo;s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply &lsquo;empower&rsquo; you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.
 
 
 Take the lead and we&rsquo;ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.
 
 
 For our business, for clients, and for you
 
 
 
 The Role &amp; Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 The successful applicant will be part of the Apex Fund Administration service offering, performing, and providing Fund Administration services to Real Estate funds. The individual will maintain client relationships; take responsibility for co-ordination of NAV calculation, regulatory reporting, audit preparation, new business take-on and due diligence requirements of the company. The individual will also manage the co-ordination of regulatory reporting, audit preparation, review and timely delivery of reports. This is an exciting role for someone who is determined to get involved in all aspects of fund administration.
 
 
 
 Role Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensuring NAV calculations are reviewed and delivered by the agreed delivery timeframes along with any other client specific reporting requirements;
 </li>
 <li>
 Operational onboarding of new and take on funds;
 </li>
 <li>
 Attendance of meetings where NAV calculations, Financial Statements and other deliverables are discussed;
 </li>
 <li>
 Calculation and processing of fund capital calls and distributions;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ongoing Implementation and refinement of SSAE 18 and ISAE 3402 controls;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensuring client enquiries are answered in accordance with Apex&rsquo;s service standards on an ongoing basis;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and other requirements of the funds&rsquo; specifications;
 </li>
 <li>
 Review and authorisation of payments via bank portals;
 </li>
 <li>
 Review of financial statements and related regulatory reports;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to deal with auditors (external and internal), manage and respond to audit queries;
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitoring of administration fee payments and chasing of debtors;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensuring best practice are adopted and improving processes to gain efficiencies; and
 </li>
 <li>
 Managing and training staff whilst providing feedback on their performance;
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform investor AML-related risk assessments and due diligence checks;
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform periodic review of investor AML/LYC files;
 </li>
 <li>
 Review FATCA/CRS returns and oversee filing process;
 </li>
 <li>
 Act as the senior point of contact with clients both internal and external;
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage the expectations of clients, seeking and acting on client feedback;
 </li>
 <li>
 Add value to client account planning
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote new ideas and services by applying knowledge of the industry/sector to create client value
 </li>
 <li>
 Continually identify improvements and implement efficient ways of working
 </li>
 <li>
 Create opportunities for cross team collaboration
 </li>
 <li>
 Act in accordance with the Apex Code of Conduct;
 </li>
 <li>
 Deliver the Apex Client Charter.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Skills Required:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Holds a Professional accounting qualification with a strong academic background.
 </li>
 <li>
 At least 10+ years&rsquo; relevant experience in real estate Fund administration role.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of accounting standards i.e. IFRS/UK / LUX / US GAAP.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work to and meet agreed deadlines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent interpersonal and written communications skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to multi-task and work in a pressurised environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Capacity to problem-solve and ability to deal with complex issues.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work independently with minimum supervision/guidance. Must be a self-starter and willing to take initiate.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong PC skills including Word, Excel and Macros in Excel.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in managing people will be considered an asset.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of eFront will be considered an advantage.
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to present financial and business data to clients adding my own analysis and expertise
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What you will get in return:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business.
 </li>
 <li>
 Working with a strong and dynamic team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Training and development opportunities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure to all aspects of the business, cross-jurisdiction and to working with senior management directly.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Additional information:
 
 
 
 We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision are made on the basis of skills, qualifications and experiences. We measure our success as a business, not only by delivering great products and services and continually increasing our assets under administration and market share, but also by how we positively impact people, society and the planet.
 
 
 For more information on our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) please visit https://theapexgroup.com/csr-policy/
 
 
 
 Disclaimer:
 
 Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners
 
 
 Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.
</div>

Senior Fund Account Manager - Real Estate

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