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business development specialist (insurance division)

business development specialist insurance division

Braxtone Group

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Main Purpose of Job:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A skilled and results-driven Business Development Specialist to drive revenue growth by acquiring new corporate clients and expanding our business within existing accounts. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying potential clients, cultivating relationships, and effectively promoting our insurance products and services. This role requires a strong understanding of the insurance industry, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of sales success.&nbsp;Reporting to:&nbsp;Operations Manager&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ul><li>Develop and implement strategic plans to generate new business opportunities and achieve sales targets.</li><li>Identify and prospect potential corporate clients in various industries, understanding their insurance needs and offering tailored solutions.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to customize insurance proposals, negotiate terms, and deliver compelling presentations to clients.</li><li>Keep abreast of industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and stay ahead of the competition.</li><li>Utilize CRM software to track sales activities, manage leads, and report on performance metrics.</li><li>Coordinate with insurance companies to obtain competitive quotes, negotiate pricing, and finalize contracts to meet client requirements.</li><li>Provide ongoing support and assistance to clients, addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and facilitating policy renewals as needed.</li><li>Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking functions to promote our brand and expand our professional network.</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td>Educational, Skills and Experience:<ul><li>High School Certificate or Diploma degree</li><li>Cert CII or equivalent (preferred)</li><li>Minimum of 3 years of proven sales experience in the insurance industry, with a focus on corporate clients and business development.</li><li>Strong understanding of insurance products, policies, and underwriting processes.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to identify sales opportunities, develop leads, and close deals to meet revenue targets.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and persuasively.</li><li>Proven track record of building and maintaining successful client relationships, with a customer-centric approach.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and the ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies.</li><li>Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office suite.</li><li>Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented with a passion for driving business growth.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li><li>Relevant certifications and qualification as required by regulators or government authorities.</li></ul>&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Business Development Specialist (Insurance Division)

Role Purpose:Responsible for the budget targets and strategy execution of the Consumer Lines business and to design, implement, and manage a fully functional telesales business unit that is focused on strong retention of existing customers, continuously converts a large customer database into qualified leads and closed sales, and adding new leads to the database, through structured processes, data-driven automation, and an empowered telesales team.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities1. Business Unit Setup<ul><li>Establish the telesales division structure, staffing, and performance framework.</li><li>Develop operational workflows covering data intake, qualification, lead management, and sales conversion.</li><li>Define and implement KPIs and dashboards to measure conversion, productivity, and ROI.</li></ul>2. Data &amp; Lead Management<ul><li>Build a continuous data funnel: develop partnerships and campaigns to acquire fresh data daily.</li><li>Supervise data cleaning, enrichment, and qualification processes through lead generation agents.</li><li>Implement systems to automate lead tracking and scheduling based on renewal dates and expiry patterns.</li></ul>3. Lead Generation &amp; Automation<ul><li>Manage lead generation agents responsible for outbound calls to validate customer information and qualify prospects.</li><li>Design and oversee the automation of lead scoring, segmentation, and pipeline movement.</li><li>Ensure compliance with PDPL and data privacy regulations in all data handling and outreach activities.</li></ul>4. Telesales Operations<ul><li>Develop call scripts, objection-handling frameworks, and sales sequences tailored for motor insurance customers.</li><li>Manage telesales agents who contact qualified leads based on policy renewal cycles to close sales.</li><li>Annual training program for the Telesales team</li><li>Drive performance through coaching, daily huddles, and continuous improvement of talk tracks and sales playbooks.</li></ul>5. Performance &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Analyze conversion metrics, agent productivity, and campaign effectiveness.</li><li>Generate performance reports and actionable insights for management.</li><li>Recommend process or technology improvements to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction.</li></ul>&nbsp;Candidate ProfileEducation:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Insurance, or a related field.</li><li>Certification in telesales management or CRM systems (preferred).</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Minimum 5–7 years of experience in telesales management within insurance or financial services.</li><li>Proven track record of setting up or managing a telesales operation for motor insurance or related personal lines.</li><li>Strong understanding of lead generation, CRM automation, data funnels, and outbound telesales processes.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies:<ul><li>Excellent leadership and team development skills.</li><li>Strong knowledge of CRM and telesales systems (e.g., HubSpot, Zoho, Salesforce, custom solutions, etc).</li><li>Analytical mindset with experience using dashboards, metrics, and performance tools.</li><li>Fluent in English. Arabic is an advantage.</li><li>Strong communication, motivational, and coaching skills.</li></ul>&nbsp;KPIs / Success Metrics<ul><li>Growth in qualified lead volume.</li><li>Lead-to-sale conversion rate.</li><li>Cost per acquisition.</li><li>Agent productivity (calls per day, talk time, conversion).</li><li>Database growth and renewal retention rates.</li></ul>

Tele-sales Manager

Zain Bahrain

<div>
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 The Digital Projects Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end lifecycle of digital initiatives across web and mobile platforms. Acting as the central liaison between the Digital Services &amp; Growth team, Digital Development Leads, and Technology teams, this role ensures the seamless execution of projects from concept to launch. The Specialist translates business needs into actionable requirements, oversees development and testing, ensures infrastructure readiness, and supports product stabilization post-launch when needed.
 
 
 This position requires a unique blend of project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and delivery ownership&mdash;while ensuring that solutions are scalable, resilient, user-centric, and future-proof. The role may also temporarily assume product ownership responsibilities during stabilization or transition periods.
 
 
 What We Need From You
 
 
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 Project Management &amp; Delivery
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 Lead the full lifecycle of digital initiatives from initiation to deployment, including scoping, resource planning, execution, and delivery.
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 Define project objectives, success criteria, and delivery timelines in alignment with business goals.
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 Track progress, manage dependencies, monitor KPIs, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
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 Coordinate feedback loops and iteration cycles during product stabilization post-launch.
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 Cross-functional Coordination
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 Serve as the bridge between Digital Services &amp; Growth, digital development leads, UX/UI teams, and the technology function.
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 Facilitate alignment between business requirements and technical execution across all phases of development.
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 Ensure that Figma designs, wireframes, and user journeys developed by business and UX teams are implemented accurately by the development teams.
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 Requirements Gathering &amp; Documentation
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 Collect and structure functional and non-functional requirements from business stakeholders.
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 Translate business needs into clear user stories and development specifications.
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 Validate requirements with developers and contribute to sprint planning sessions.
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 Design Implementation &amp; Infrastructure Readiness
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 Guarantee that design standards, UX expectations, and business-led journeys are properly applied and executed in delivered products.
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 Coordinate with the technology team to ensure the right hosting environments, APIs, integrations, and security controls are in place.
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 Validate infrastructure scalability, performance, and redundancy prior to launch.
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 Go-Live Management &amp; Stabilization
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 Coordinate UAT, QA testing, and launch readiness with business and development teams.
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 Oversee go-live procedures and ensure knowledge transfer to the Digital Services team or business owner.
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 When needed, assume interim product ownership&mdash;monitoring usage, collecting feedback, prioritizing enhancements, and supporting initial post-launch improvements until handover.
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 Stakeholder &amp; Risk Management
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 Conduct regular project reviews, report on risks/issues, and drive resolution plans with relevant teams.
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 Ensure business and technical stakeholders remain informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.
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 Maintain proper documentation, delivery artifacts, and issue tracking logs.
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 Continuous Improvement &amp; Future-readiness
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 Promote best practices in digital delivery, agile collaboration, and product lifecycle management.
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 Recommend improvements based on analytics, user feedback, and performance monitoring.
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 Ensure solutions are designed to be scalable, secure, and adaptable to future business or technical needs.
 
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 Qualifications And Experience
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
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 3&ndash;5 years of experience in application development or digital solution implementation.
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 At least 2 years of hands-on involvement in digital transformation projects.
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 Proven experience with mobile platforms (iOS or Android) and/or eCommerce solutions.
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 Experience contributing to enterprise digital strategy and aligning it with business architecture.
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 Strong background in Design Thinking and stakeholder collaboration to shape digital strategies.
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 Skilled in designing future-state business capabilities, roles, processes, and systems.
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 Ability to translate business priorities into actionable roadmaps and drive execution.
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 Experienced in facilitating workshops with executives and cross-functional teams to align on outcomes.
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 Business-first approach to process design, with technology selection based on clarified needs.
 
 
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 Skills and Knowledge
 
 
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 Strong understanding of mobile app and eCommerce architecture, design patterns, and user experience principles.
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 Familiarity with cross-platform development tools such as React Native, Flutter, Angular, and Drupal.
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 Working knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and hybrid delivery methodologies, with hands-on experience supporting iterative development cycles.
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 Proven ability to manage and implement successful digital projects in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.
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 Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot, optimize, and support performance improvement efforts.
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 Effective communicator with the ability to present and articulate concepts and technical information to both technical and executive-level audiences.
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 Good understanding of security best practices, hosting requirements, and infrastructure considerations such as scalability, redundancy, and performance.
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 Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), APIs, and containerized environments (e.g., Docker).
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 Proficient in using project collaboration and version control tools (e.g., Git, Jira, Confluence).
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 Knowledge of RESTful API concepts, microservices architecture, and modern software delivery practices.
 
 
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 About Application Process
 
 
 
 If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):
 
 
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 Resume/CV
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ZAIN2018 - Digital Projects Specialist

Zain

<div>About the Role 
The Digital Projects Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end lifecycle of digital initiatives across web and mobile platforms. Acting as the central liaison between the Digital Services &amp; Growth team, Digital Development Leads, and Technology teams, this role ensures the seamless execution of projects from concept to launch. The Specialist translates business needs into actionable requirements, oversees development and testing, ensures infrastructure readiness, and supports product stabilization post-launch when needed.
This position requires a unique blend of project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and delivery ownership&mdash;while ensuring that solutions are scalable, resilient, user-centric, and future-proof. The role may also temporarily assume product ownership responsibilities during stabilization or transition periods.
What We Need From You<ul><li> 
Project Management &amp; Delivery<ul><li>
Lead the full lifecycle of digital initiatives from initiation to deployment, including scoping, resource planning, execution, and delivery.</li><li>
Define project objectives, success criteria, and delivery timelines in alignment with business goals.</li><li>
Track progress, manage dependencies, monitor KPIs, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.</li><li>
Coordinate feedback loops and iteration cycles during product stabilization post-launch.</li></ul></li><li>
Cross-functional Coordination<ul><li>
Serve as the bridge between Digital Services &amp; Growth, digital development leads, UX/UI teams, and the technology function.</li><li>
Facilitate alignment between business requirements and technical execution across all phases of development.</li><li>
Ensure that Figma designs, wireframes, and user journeys developed by business and UX teams are implemented accurately by the development teams.</li></ul></li><li>
Requirements Gathering &amp; Documentation<ul><li>
Collect and structure functional and non-functional requirements from business stakeholders.</li><li>
Translate business needs into clear user stories and development specifications.</li><li>
Validate requirements with developers and contribute to sprint planning sessions.</li></ul></li><li>
Design Implementation &amp; Infrastructure Readiness<ul><li>
Guarantee that design standards, UX expectations, and business-led journeys are properly applied and executed in delivered products.</li><li>
Coordinate with the technology team to ensure the right hosting environments, APIs, integrations, and security controls are in place.</li><li>
Validate infrastructure scalability, performance, and redundancy prior to launch.</li></ul></li><li>
Go-Live Management &amp; Stabilization<ul><li>
Coordinate UAT, QA testing, and launch readiness with business and development teams.</li><li>
Oversee go-live procedures and ensure knowledge transfer to the Digital Services team or business owner.</li><li>
When needed, assume interim product ownership&mdash;monitoring usage, collecting feedback, prioritizing enhancements, and supporting initial post-launch improvements until handover.</li></ul></li><li>
Stakeholder &amp; Risk Management<ul><li>
Conduct regular project reviews, report on risks/issues, and drive resolution plans with relevant teams.</li><li>
Ensure business and technical stakeholders remain informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>
Maintain proper documentation, delivery artifacts, and issue tracking logs.</li></ul></li><li>
Continuous Improvement &amp; Future-readiness<ul><li>
Promote best practices in digital delivery, agile collaboration, and product lifecycle management.</li><li>
Recommend improvements based on analytics, user feedback, and performance monitoring.</li><li>
Ensure solutions are designed to be scalable, secure, and adaptable to future business or technical needs.</li></ul></li></ul>
Qualifications and Experience<ul><li> 
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
</li><li>3-5 years of experience in application development or digital solution implementation.</li><li>
At least 2 years of hands-on involvement in digital transformation projects.</li><li>
Proven experience with mobile platforms (iOS or Android) and/or eCommerce solutions.</li><li>
Experience contributing to enterprise digital strategy and aligning it with business architecture.
</li><li>Strong background in Design Thinking and stakeholder collaboration to shape digital strategies.
</li><li>Skilled in designing future-state business capabilities, roles, processes, and systems.</li><li>
Ability to translate business priorities into actionable roadmaps and drive execution.</li><li>
Experienced in facilitating workshops with executives and cross-functional teams to align on outcomes.</li><li>
Business-first approach to process design, with technology selection based on clarified needs.</li></ul>
Skills and Knowledge<ul><li> 
Strong understanding of mobile app and eCommerce architecture, design patterns, and user experience principles.</li><li>
Familiarity with cross-platform development tools such as React Native, Flutter, Angular, and Drupal.</li><li>
Working knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and hybrid delivery methodologies, with hands-on experience supporting iterative development cycles.</li><li>
Proven ability to manage and implement successful digital projects in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.</li><li>
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot, optimize, and support performance improvement efforts.</li><li>
Effective communicator with the ability to present and articulate concepts and technical information to both technical and executive-level audiences.</li><li>
Good understanding of security best practices, hosting requirements, and infrastructure considerations such as scalability, redundancy, and performance.</li><li>
Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), APIs, and containerized environments (e.g., Docker).</li><li>
Proficient in using project collaboration and version control tools (e.g., Git, Jira, Confluence).</li><li>
Knowledge of RESTful API concepts, microservices architecture, and modern software delivery practices.</li></ul></div>

Digital Projects Specialist

Savills Middle East

<div>
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 We are currently looking for a dynamic and ambitious commercial leasing agent to join our Agency team in Bahrain, the ideal candidate will be eager to play a critical role in achieving business growth.
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
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 Develop a comprehensive understanding of the business, with particular expertise in the commercial real estate sector.
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 Secure instructions within established guidelines to meet agreed business targets.
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 Network effectively within the industry to generate new business opportunities.
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 Conduct precise research and present market data both internally and externally to a professional standard.
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 Take responsibility for personal business development by setting goals and formulating strategies to achieve them.
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 Refer business leads or potential revenue-generating opportunities.
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 Ensure the efficient administration of all procedures in conducting business.
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 Manage personal workload efficiently while supporting the Head of Transactional Services.
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 Adopt and maintain goodwill, confidentiality, and trust with prospective and existing clients, reflecting the professional image of the business.
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 Communicate effectively with all parties to ensure business is managed in an efficient and professional manner.
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 Create and post relevant research and market content on designated social media channels.
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 Maintain thorough and accurate data records.
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 Perform additional tasks as delegated and required.
 
 
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 Skills, Knowledge And Experience
 
 
 
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 At least 5 years of commercial real estate experience
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 Detailed understanding of the commercial real estate market, including rents, trends, and incentives
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 Proficient in navigating commercial lease elements impacting value
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 Capable of drafting and negotiating Heads of Terms and Tenant/Landlord agreements
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 Proven track record in new lettings and lease disposals/advisory
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 Experienced in client reporting
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 Skilled in business development and networking
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 Experienced with tenants, landlords, and flex space operators
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 Driven to succeed in a competitive market
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 Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
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 Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
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 Ability to build and maintain business relationships
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 Willingness to take responsibility for delegated tasks
 
 
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 Over 42,000 people work for us in more than 700 offices all over the world. This breadth of global coverage, combined with specialist services and market insight, means we'll always have an expert who is local to you.
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Commercial Leasing Agent

Mohammed noor Albokhari

job description: Marketing specialist1. Market Research: Conducting market research to identify target audiences, market trends, and competitors. This includes analyzing customer demographics, preferences, and behavior to inform marketing strategies.2. Strategy Development: Developing comprehensive marketing plans and strategies based on market research. This involves setting marketing objectives, identifying key messages, selecting appropriate channels, and determining the budget.3. Campaign Planning and Execution: Creating and executing marketing campaigns across various channels, such as digital advertising, social media, email, content marketing, and traditional media (print, TV, radio). This includes coordinating with creative teams to develop marketing materials.4. Branding and Positioning: Developing and maintaining the brand identity and positioning. This involves ensuring consistent messaging and visual elements across all marketing materials and channels.5. Digital Marketing: Utilizing digital marketing techniques, such as search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), social media marketing, email marketing, and online advertising to reach target audiences and achieve marketing goals.6. Analytics and Reporting: Monitoring and analyzing marketing campaigns' performance using various metrics and tools. This includes tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), analyzing data, and preparing reports to evaluate the effectiveness of marketing efforts.7. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as sales, product development, and design, to align marketing strategies with overall business objectives. Effective communication skills are essential for presenting ideas, coordinating projects, and maintaining relationships with stakeholders.8. Stay Updated: Staying updated with the latest marketing trends, technologies, and best practices. This includes attending industry events, participating in professional development programs, and continuously learning and adapting to the evolving marketing landscape.Job Type: Full-timePay: BD300.000 - BD600.000 per month

Marketing Specialist

Strong Force-MGC W.L.L

Department: Finance &amp; Corporate Services Reporting to: CEO / Group CFO Location: Manama, Kingdom of BahrainPurpose of the RoleTo lead SFMGC&rsquo;s financial governance, reporting, and compliance frameworks, ensuring statutory compliance, fiscal discipline, and operational excellence across all projects. The Finance &amp; Controller will oversee project-based accounting, treasury, and ERP integration, aligning financial performance with corporate growth objectives, client requirements, and GCC contracting standards.Core Responsibilities1. Financial Governance &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Implement IFRS-aligned accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting standards.</li><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing, including P&amp;L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.</li><li>Prepare board-level reports with detailed variance, performance, and risk commentary.</li><li>Establish and monitor an internal audit charter and compliance calendar.</li><li>Manage ERP integration and ensure accuracy of cross-module data flows.</li><li>Develop and maintain a Finance SOP Manual covering all approval and reporting processes.</li></ul>2. Treasury &amp; Cash Flow Management<ul><li>Manage daily cash flow, banking positions, and liquidity planning across all projects.</li><li>Negotiate and maintain credit facilities, guarantees, and trade instruments with local and regional banks.</li><li>Lead project-level cash flow forecasting aligned with contract milestones, advance payments, and retention schedules.</li><li>Manage Performance Bonds, Advance Payment Guarantees, and Retention Bonds with accurate expiry tracking.</li><li>Monitor DSCR, DSO, DPO, and cash conversion cycle through a structured treasury dashboard.</li></ul>3. Budgeting, Forecasting &amp; Financial Analysis<ul><li>Develop annual budgets and rolling forecasts with input from commercial and operations teams.</li><li>Conduct variance analysis between actual vs. budget and identify cost optimization opportunities.</li><li>Develop profitability and ROI models for bids, tenders, and new capital investments.</li><li>Present financial performance dashboards and board review packs.</li><li>Support CEO/CFO in fundraising, sukuk issuance, and partnership negotiations.</li></ul>4. Project-Based Financial Control<ul><li>Establish project cost control systems for WIP, retention, and variation tracking per project.</li><li>Implement job costing and profit recognition in accordance with IFRS 15.</li><li>Review project cash flow forecasts against contract milestones and client certifications.</li><li>Support claims preparation, variation substantiation, and EOT financial assessment.</li><li>Integrate procurement, subcontractor payments, and project cost tracking within ERP.</li></ul>5. Audit, Taxation &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Ensure full compliance with MOIC, NBR, and other GCC statutory bodies.</li><li>Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring timely closure of observations.</li><li>Oversee VAT filing, reconciliation, and submission per Bahrain NBR regulations.</li><li>Lead insurance portfolio management (CAR, Professional Indemnity, Workmen&rsquo;s Compensation, Marine, etc.).</li><li>Ensure corporate tax and VAT readiness for future GCC harmonisation.</li></ul>6. Risk Management &amp; Corporate Controls<ul><li>Develop and implement risk mitigation frameworks for financial exposure, supplier risk, and FX volatility.</li><li>Establish a Delegation of Authority (DOA) Matrix for financial approvals.</li><li>Conduct risk-based project reviews and cost-to-completion evaluations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with AML, anti-bribery, and ethical governance frameworks.</li><li>Maintain a contract financial risk register for disputes, retentions, and LDs.</li></ul>7. Commercial &amp; Contract Integration<ul><li>Partner with the Commercial &amp; Contracts Division to align financial control with BOQ-linked billing, claims, and variations.</li><li>Review and endorse subcontractor agreements and payment certificates.</li><li>Conduct cost-to-complete and margin-at-completion analysis on all major contracts.</li><li>Support bid evaluation, value engineering, and margin improvement initiatives.</li><li>Liaise with legal counsel for dispute resolution, debt recovery, and compliance reviews.</li></ul>8. Digital Transformation &amp; Process Optimization<ul><li>Lead ERP and Financial dashboard implementation covering Finance, Procurement, Projects, and HR.</li><li>Utilize Financial dashboards for real-time project and financial monitoring.</li><li>Automate workflows for payables, procurement, and expense control.</li><li>Implement Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery frameworks for financial data.</li></ul>9. People &amp; Leadership Development<ul><li>Lead and mentor the finance team covering accounting, treasury, and audit functions.</li><li>Build a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Establish succession and localisation plans in line with Bahrainisation directives.</li><li>Conduct periodic training for IFRS, VAT, and ethics awareness.</li><li>Introduce performance appraisal metrics tied to accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline (Master&rsquo;s preferred).</li><li>Professional certification: ACCA, CPA, CMA, or CA.</li><li>Minimum 7 years of financial management experience, with minimum 3 years in GCC contracting or EPC/construction firms.</li><li>Deep understanding of IFRS, VAT, project finance, and cost accounting.</li><li>Proven experience in ERP implementation and treasury management.</li><li>Experience in managing project guarantees, LC/LG facilities, and trade finance instruments.</li><li>Strong communication skills</li></ul>Key Competencies<ul><li>Strategic Financial Planning &amp; Analysis</li><li>Treasury &amp; Cash Flow Management</li><li>IFRS &amp; Statutory Compliance</li><li>Contract &amp; Project Cost Control</li><li>Leadership &amp; Team Development</li><li>Digital Finance Transformation</li><li>Audit, Risk &amp; Control Governance</li><li>Stakeholder &amp; Board-Level Reporting</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Finance & Controller

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