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Bapco Energies

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Job Purpose:
 
 To provide board secretariat associate services to the Bapco Energies Group Board Secretary and other Board Secretaries across the Group, assisting them in fulfilling governance responsibilities. The role ensures effective coordination of Board and Committee meetings, shareholder engagement, governance compliance, and information flow between Boards and Executive Management.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Meetings and Shareholder Management
 
 
 
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 Develop and coordinate agendas for Board and Committee meetings, notify members in advance, distribute materials, and prepare accurate minutes.
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 Liaise with Chairpersons (or their delegates) for agenda approvals and meeting coordination.
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 Act as the primary administrative point of contact between Boards and Executive Management, ensuring smooth communication.
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 Gather and organize relevant information to support effective Board and Committee decision-making.
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 Provide administrative assistance to independent and executive directors, including arranging additional information when required.
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 Organize and manage Board and Committee meetings, acting as Board Secretary and maintaining official records and documentation.
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 Develop annual Board calendars and work plans to ensure comprehensive coverage of all governance matters.
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 Coordinate logistics for Board and Committee meetings across all Group Companies.
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 Assist in pre-registration of shareholder meeting dates, prepare notices, manuals, and minutes in compliance with legal requirements.
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 Manage all logistics for Shareholder meetings (General Assembly and Extraordinary General Meetings) in collaboration with Chairpersons.
 
 
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 Training and Evaluation
 
 
 
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 Create and maintain a comprehensive Board Induction Handbook for each Group Company.
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 Organize induction programs for new Board members, ensuring distribution of all relevant information.
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 Arrange educational training sessions for Board and Committee members, including induction and ongoing development programs.
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 Assist Chairpersons or Reporting Line Leads in conducting annual evaluations of Boards, Committees, and individual members, including facilitating third-party performance verification when required.
 
 
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 Board Governance
 
 
 
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 Recommend and implement governance frameworks, policies, and processes for Boards and Committees across Group Companies, ensuring proper documentation and communication.
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 Ensure Boards and Committees have approved Charters and Terms of Reference in place.
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 Maintain and update governance records, including constitutional documents, commercial law references, and governance rules.
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 Review governance procedures upon Board request and provide direct advice on improvements.
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 Support Chairpersons with succession planning for Boards and Committees.
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 Assist Boards and individual members with governance-related advice (excluding legal matters handled by Group General Counsel).
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 Ensure Directors and Officers insurance coverage is in place where applicable.
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 Communicate ongoing governance issues with Boards, Chairpersons, and stakeholders.
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 Develop and oversee subsidiary governance policies for Group Companies.
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 Facilitate meetings for independent directors with relevant executives (e.g., CFO, Internal Audit) to ensure governance best practices.
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 Perform duties assigned by the Board or Group Board Secretary in line with the Corporate Governance Code.
 
 
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 Information Management
 
 
 
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 Manage the flow of information between Boards, Committees, Executive Teams, and Shareholders for each Group Company, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
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 Distribute Board packs, record minutes, and maintain official records of meetings and decisions.
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 Arrange, track, and follow up on actions and resolutions from Board, Committee, and Shareholder meetings, updating action logs regularly.
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 Coordinate attendance, document circulation, and submissions for Board members in collaboration with designated executives.
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 Ensure Board members have access to Committee minutes and include them in meeting papers.
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 Review and approve the release of information regarding Board resolutions to ensure accuracy.
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 File all required Board and Shareholder reports with relevant authorities and regulators in compliance with legal requirements.
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 Monitor confidentiality levels and provide necessary information to Directors for effective communication with Executive Teams.
 
 
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law or a related field.
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 1&ndash;4 years of experience in legal, board secretariat, or governance roles.
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 In-depth knowledge of board governance frameworks and regulatory requirements.
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 Strong leadership capability.
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 Excellent organizational and communication skills.
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 Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
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 Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
 
 
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 About Us
 
 
 
 Bapco Energies operates a portfolio spanning the entire energy value chain in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The portfolio includes wholly-owned subsidiaries and specialized operating companies. Together, these companies drive Bapco Energies' mission to power the next generation.
 
 
 
 About The Team
 
 
 
 The integrated Company leading the energy transition in the Kingdom of Bahrain, powering the next generation.
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Board Secretariat Associate

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Job Purpose:
 
 Provide high-level administrative and organizational support to the Board Secretariat Division, ensuring smooth execution of board secretarial functions. The role involves assisting with preparation and coordination of Board and Committee meetings, maintaining accurate records, supporting compliance with governance standards, and leveraging technology tools (e.g., Diligent board management system) to enhance efficiency. Discretion, attention to detail, and confidentiality are essential.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Manage and organize the Group Board Calendar and schedule all Board and Committee meetings.
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 Coordinate agendas, meeting notifications, and distribution of materials.
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 Handle logistical arrangements, venue booking, and travel for Board members.
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 Ensure timely preparation and circulation of documentation for meetings.
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 Maintain accurate records of Board and Committee meetings and decisions.
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 Assist in developing and maintaining annual Board calendars and work plans.
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 Manage remuneration and fee payments for Board members.
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 Provide administrative support to independent and executive directors.
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 Support induction programs for new Board members and organize training sessions.
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 Arrange educational training sessions for Board and Committee members.
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 Assist in organizing annual evaluations of the Board and its Committees.
 
 
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 
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 Diploma or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration or related field.
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 15+ years of administrative or secretarial experience, preferably in corporate/legal settings.
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 Familiarity with corporate governance principles and board secretarial functions.
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 Strong organizational and time management skills.
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 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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 Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
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 Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
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 Proactive and detail-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility
 
 
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 About Us
 
 
 
 Bapco Energies operates a portfolio spanning the entire energy value chain in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The portfolio includes wholly-owned subsidiaries and specialized operating companies. Together, these companies drive Bapco Energies' mission to power the next generation.
 
 
 
 About The Team
 
 
 
 The integrated Company leading the energy transition in the Kingdom of Bahrain, powering the next generation.
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Secretary To Board Secretary

Protiviti Middle East Member Firm

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 Role Summary:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking an experienced and driven
 
 Associate Director
 
 to join our dynamic Financial Services practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in consulting, with a proven track record of
 
 business development
 
 ,
 
 project delivery
 
 , and
 
 team leadership
 
 within a Big 4 or top-tier consulting environment. This role demands deep subject matter expertise in
 
 financial risk
 
 ,
 
 operational risk
 
 ,
 
 compliance
 
 ,
 
 internal audit
 
 , and
 
 policy and procedure development
 
 across banking, insurance, and capital markets.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Client Engagement &amp; Business Development
 
 
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 Lead and strengthen client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, including C-suite executives and Board members.
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 Identify and pursue new business opportunities; demonstrate a strong track record of generating
 
 $1M+ in annual consulting revenue
 
 .
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 Develop and deliver high-quality proposals, including project scoping, pricing, and contract negotiation.
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 Project &amp; Program Delivery
 
 
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 Oversee and manage the delivery of large-scale consulting engagements within the financial services sector.
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 Lead the full project lifecycle&mdash;from planning and resource allocation to execution, oversight, and reporting.
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 Drive high-impact outcomes across financial risk, operational risk, internal audit, governance, and compliance transformation initiatives.
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 People &amp; Practice Leadership
 
 
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 Lead, coach, and mentor a team of 10+ consultants, fostering a high-performance and growth-oriented culture.
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 Oversee resource planning, performance management, and career development of junior team members.
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 Contribute to the growth of the firm&rsquo;s Financial Services practice, including methodology enhancement, capability development, and thought leadership initiatives.
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 Key Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
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 10+ years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 4 years in a managerial or leadership role within a Big 4 or top-tier consulting firm.
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 Proven ability to generate $1M+ in annual consulting revenue, with a strong business development track record.
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 Demonstrated expertise in project and program management, with successful delivery of complex engagements across risk, compliance, or internal audit.
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 Deep knowledge of financial and operational risk management, internal controls, regulatory compliance, policy and procedure development, and internal audit frameworks.
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 Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to understand client challenges and design practical, value-driven solutions.
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 Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting, stakeholder management, and presentation delivery.
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 Proven experience leading and motivating large teams, managing competing priorities, and driving impactful outcomes.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Law, or a related field (Master&rsquo;s/MBA preferred).
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 Relevant professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, CPA, ACCA, CAMS, CRMA, or equivalent are an advantage.
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 Ability to
 
 work at pace
 
 and perform effectively in a dynamic, multi-priority environment.
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Associate Director – Financial Services

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 Job Purpose: The Legal Associate BE Entities supports the legal team by providing legal advice and assistance on a variety of legal issues, including drafting and reviewing contracts and other documentation, preparing advice notes/memos, managing low-value claims and litigations, applying effective risk management techniques in order to mitigate and/or prevent litigation and disputes under the guidance of the Group SVP BE Entities, as well as managing governance documentation for the company&rsquo;s business entities. The Legal Associate BE Entities will be required to provide sound and accurate legal advice and support on operational legal matters across each of Bapco Energies&rsquo; Strategic Business Units (SBUs), including Bapco Refining, Bapco Upstream, Bapco Gas, Bapco Gas Expansion, Bapco Tazweed, BE Ventures and subsidiaries of the SBUs, amongst others.
 
 
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 Work closely with and manage requests from various departments of the SBUs to ensure accurate, reliable, timely and well-informed legal advice is provided on legal issues to avoid disputes leading to business interruptions/claims.
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 Coordinate with external counsel and advisors on specialised matters, where required, to obtain legal opinions, review current and ongoing disputes in order to advise the Management Team and assist them in understanding legal risks and in devising a strategy of mitigating those risks. Assist with the development of legal strategies and supervision of external counsel matters, including local litigation, as directed by the Group SVP BE Entities, and maintain a litigation register detailing all cases brought by or against SBUs for the Management Team.
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 Draft, negotiate and prepare agreements and contractual arrangements, and provide advice on legal matters, ensuring the appropriate management of legal risk and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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 Manage the review and drafting of a variety of legal correspondence, leases, contract amendments, notices of breach, contractor claims and disputes, and other documentation to ensure their compliance with applicable laws and regulations, internal policies and procedures and governance framework.
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 Manage the review and negotiation of contractual exceptions for procurement contracts, non-disclosure agreements, memorandums of understanding, term sheets, service agreements, purchase orders, and a variety of other forms of agreements and legal arrangements with third parties, appropriately analyzing the risk profile and managing legal risks to safeguard the company&rsquo;s position.
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 Manage the timely review and drafting of correspondences with the Bahrain Tender Board and other governmental authorities, ensuring the time-critical matters are prioritized so as not to impact ongoing company operations.
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 Support with company formations, restructurings, governance and compliance for the SBUs and their subsidiaries, including drafting and revising deeds of association, handling commercial registration matters, maintaining corporate records, liaising with external regulators and stakeholders, and providing legal guidance to support corporate objectives.
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 Propose, develop and negotiate contractual solutions to legal matters and contract/project related claims with third parties, as well as review any proposed settlement arrangements to ensure any settlement is in the best interest of the company.
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 Undertake legal research and analysis and prepare legal opinions on a variety of legal matters, as well as monitor all updates and changes to all relevant areas of laws. Contribute to the enhancement of the knowledge base of the legal function in order to maintain an in [1] depth knowledge of the legal requirements of each SBU&rsquo;s business to mitigate legal risks and to ensure regulatory compliance, and provide briefs and conduct training sessions to other departments.
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 Responsible to propose, prepare, and update the company&rsquo;s standard suite of contract templates and other legal documentation (e.g., NDAs, Conflict of Interest Disclosures, Warning Letters, Procurement documents, etc.) and conduct continual review to advise on managing and mitigating all legal risks and liabilities, if any, endangering SBU&rsquo;s interests.
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 Manage the review of new and revised policies and procedures, and support with the development and monitoring of internal processes, policies and procedures, preparing new documents where gaps are identified.
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 Manage administrative corporate governance matters of the company, including renewals of corporate documentations and expiring contract renewals for administrative service contracts, and maintain an organized document filing and record keeping system and database in compliance with good corporate governance and develop tracking tool for pending matters.
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 Assist other members of the Legal Department on any matters needed, support on the preparation of any reporting requirements and track the function&rsquo;s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
 
 
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 Knowledge Skills And Experience
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law, or related field
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 Minimum of 2+ years of legal experience, preferably in corporate or governance roles with a law firm or an in-house legal department with a company with international clients/customers
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 Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
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 Good knowledge of corporate governance practices
 
 
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 About Us
 
 
 
 Bapco Energies operates a portfolio spanning the entire energy value chain in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The portfolio includes wholly-owned subsidiaries and specialized operating companies. Together, these companies drive Bapco Energies' mission to power the next generation.
 
 
 
 About The Team
 
 
 
 The integrated Company leading the energy transition in the Kingdom of Bahrain, powering the next generation.
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Associate - Bapco Energies Entities

Khereiji Showrooms Company Limited

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 About the job:
 
 
 
 To provide high-level administrative, organizational, and communication support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), ensuring the efficient operation of the Executive Office and enabling the CEO to focus on strategic priorities, business development, and stakeholder engagement.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Roles and Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 1) Executive Support:
 
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 Manage and maintain the CEO&rsquo;s calendar, appointments, and meetings ensuring all required documentation and materials are prepared in advance.
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 Deal with confidential correspondence, reports, and presentations related to CEO office.
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 Take meeting minutes and follow up on action items.
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 Requires broad organizational knowledge.
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 Oversight of special projects.
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 Office management.
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 Ability to manage the board of directors meeting agenda, schedule meetings &amp; subcommittee meetings as well.
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 </ul>
 
 2) Communication Management:
 
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 When required act as the primary point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
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 Draft, edit, and proofread official communications, reports, memos, and emails.
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 Ensure timely and professional responses to inquiries and requests directed to the CEO.
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 </ul>
 
 3) Travel and Event Coordination:
 
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 Organize domestic and international travel arrangements, including flight bookings, visas, accommodation, and itineraries for the CEO.
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 Plan and coordinate executive meetings, board meetings, and company events, including logistics and agenda preparation for the CEO.
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 Manage administrative works and logistical support for the CEO.
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 4) Information &amp; Records Management:
 
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 Maintain and update files, records, and documents relevant to the CEO's office in an organized and confidential manner.
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 Assist in preparing materials for board meetings, strategic reviews, and operational updates.
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 5) Office Administration:
 
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 Liaise with internal departments such as HR, Legal, Finance, and Operations to facilitate executive-level requests.
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 Monitor office supplies and manage service requests for the Executive Office.
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 Oversee the CEO's office operations, ensuring alignment with company strategies and managing cross-departmental tasks.
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 Assist with special projects and confidential assignments as directed by the CEO.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Qualifications and Experience Required:
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, Management, or a related field.
 
 
 &bull; Professional certifications (e.g., Executive Assistant Certification, PMP) are a plus.
 
 
 Experience:
 
 
 &bull; 5+ years of experience as an Executive Secretary or Executive Assistant, preferably supporting C-level executives.
 
 
 
 Competencies and Skills:
 
 
 
 &bull; Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
 
 
 &bull; High level of professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information.
 
 
 &bull; Strong organizational and time-management skills.
 
 
 &bull; Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in all tasks.
 
 
 &bull; Quick learner with the ability to grasp new systems and processes efficiently.
 
 
 &bull; Attentive and responsive to the CEO&rsquo;s needs and company priorities.
 
 
 &bull; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
 
 
 &bull; Ability to multitask and work under pressure with minimal supervision.
 
 
 &bull; Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities.
 
 
 &bull; Demanding workload.
 
 
 
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Personal Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

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 Job Summary:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 As a
 
 Transaction Monitoring Associate / Senior Associate
 
 within the AML Operations team, you will be responsible for ensuring that our transaction monitoring processes for individual and corporate clients meet regulatory standards and internal policy requirements. You will be part of a team conducting risk-based reviews, performing thorough transaction monitoring (TM) analysis, and supporting our wider AML Operations team objectives by identifying and mitigating potential financial crime risks.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Review and disposition Fiat and Crypto alerts for individual and corporate accounts
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 Investigate transactional patterns and document findings accurately
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 Escalate suspicious activity for further Compliance review or STR consideration
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 Support transaction lookbacks during profile reviews or risk triggers
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Assist in maintaining procedures and processes, and support the periodic tuning of TM rules, where required
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Ensure alert handling meets internal quality, SLA, and compliance standards
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Carry out additional responsibilities and ad-hoc tasks as assigned, contributing to team goals and organisational success
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Degree in Business, Finance, Law, or a related field
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 3-5 years in AML/KYC operations, with at least 1 year focusing solely on Transaction Monitoring of Digital Assets / Crypto Payments for Individuals and Corporates
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Experience with AML procedures, system workflows, and SOP development
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and adaptability.
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 </ul>
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Transaction Monitoring Associate / Senior Associate

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