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IDC Research Inc.

<div>Overview:

About the Role &amp; Team
IDC is seeking a Consulting Manager to work in our Customs Solutions group. The successful Consulting Manager will be able to engage clients to understand requirements and support delivery of custom market research projects to meet those needs. In this role, you will manage client communications and as part of a team facilitate on-time, high quality market research-based deliverables and customer experience with an eye towards growing customer relationships and business outcomes. 
 
The role will entail active management of day-to-day communications and engagement milestones with both external clients and internal stakeholders. The Consulting Manager will partner with IDC&rsquo;s centers of expertise, IDC analysts, sales, and other groups such as outside contractors as appropriate to yield the highest value for our customers.
This position will offer growth opportunities in the form of varied exposure to IDC&rsquo;s custom solutions, experience in specific market research methodologies, and client leadership. 
What You&rsquo;ll Do<ul><li>
Operate with a client-centric orientation to maximize IDC value in terms of quality, timeliness, and customer experience.
</li><li>Manage projects that satisfy client requirements and address project specifications and timelines as proposed. Manage quality assurance in every stage of the engagement, e.g., proof-reading for accuracy, ensuring quality assurance on a dataset, etc.
</li><li>Leverage his/her experience and IDC&rsquo;s knowledge base to drive high-impact deliverable and content creation during project delivery and steer/moderate client conversations.
</li><li>Work with analyst teams to develop customized content narratives, structure analysis and drive overall engagement design.
</li><li>Contribute to, review and discuss deliverables with analyst delivery teams to achieve high quality and impactful client deliverables.</li><li>
Set and manage client expectations including creating and monitoring workplans, effective meeting management, driving ongoing team communications (internal &amp; external), managing project budgets and accounting related to engagements (revenue and expense recognition), managing competing priorities and orchestrating diverse internal and external project contributors</li></ul><div></div><div> 
What You Bring</div> 
<div></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience required, master&rsquo;s degree is not required but a plus (MBA, etc.)</li><li>
Min 5 years of professional experience with a focus on client service and project management</li><li>
Subject matter expertise and a working knowledge of the ICT market is advantageous - A macro-level and ecosystem understanding of a broad set of technology topics and themes is desirable.
</li><li>Understanding of market research and related methodologies (e.g., qualitative and quantitative research, market modeling, etc.)</li><li>
Experienced in MS Office PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook; performing calculations and analysis in Excel</li><li>
The ability to bring productive energy and intellectual leadership to cross-disciplinary project teams consisting of analyst subject matter experts and other IDC resources to bring the best out of the analysis and custom insights generated on projects.</li><li>
Strong analytical skills and writing ability are required for this position as well as the ability to present project findings confidently to senior audiences.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills with written and oral communications</li><li>
Strong project management skills are essential. PMP certification a plus</li><li>
Travel generally less than 10%
</li></ul><div>Why This Role Stands Out</div><div> 
 
At IDC, your work helps shape how the world understands technology and where it goes next. You collaborate with curious, high-caliber colleagues who value rigor, integrity, and shared success. As the premier global provider of trusted technology intelligence, IDC equips business and technology leaders with the evidence they need to make confident decisions. Our insights inform strategy, investment, and innovation across industries and regions.</div><div> 
</div><div>Recognized by IIAR as Analyst Firm of the Year for five consecutive years, IDC sets the standard for credibility and impact. With more than 1,000 analysts worldwide and a truly global perspective, we combine deep expertise with practical relevance. Here, your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your contributions provide the insights leaders rely on every day. It is meaningful work, backed by a culture that supports growth, collaboration, and long-term career development with a globally respected brand.</div><div> 
What We Offer</div> 
<div></div><ul><li>
A permanent, full-time position with a hybrid working model.</li><li> 
A competitive benefit package with additional companywide (1 day in the summer and global shutdown from 24th Dec to 1st Jan).</li><li>
You will be a part of a vibrant team that excels in delivering customer demands for decades and continues to service customer requirements through tailor-made solutions locally, regionally and globally.</li><li>
Individualized Culture: An environment where you can explore new areas outside your specialty and stay engaged with work you enjoy.</li><li>
A position in a highly professional and globally respected market research and advisory firm, where initiative leading to results is rewarded.</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Equal Opportunity Employer</div><div>
IDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. Employment eligibility verification required. We participate in E-Verify.</div><div></div> 
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Consulting Manager

Four Principles

<div>Main Objective
As a Senior Consultant within the Four Principles Management Consulting team, you will play a key
role in delivering high-impact Lean and operational excellence projects across various industries.
You will work closely with clients to analyze business processes, identify improvement opportunities,
and implement sustainable solutions. You will be expected to contribute to project execution, client
engagement, and internal capability development, while supporting Managers and Principals in
delivering value to clients.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Deliver Lean and operational excellence projects across industries, applying Four Principles</li></ul>
methodologies.<ul><li>Conduct detailed process analyses, identify inefficiencies, and propose actionable</li></ul>
improvements.<ul><li>Facilitate workshops and training sessions with client teams to drive change and build</li></ul>
capabilities.<ul><li>Support the design and implementation of transformation roadmaps and performance</li></ul>
improvement initiatives.<ul><li>Collaborate with cross-functional client teams to ensure alignment and successful</li></ul>
execution.<ul><li>Monitor project progress, manage deliverables, and ensure quality standards are met.</li><li>Prepare and present findings, recommendations, and reports to client stakeholders.</li><li>Actively contribute to internal knowledge development and methodology enhancement.</li><li>Provide coaching and guidance to junior consultants on project tasks and professional</li></ul>
development.
Required Skills<ul><li>2&ndash;4 years of experience in management consulting or a related field.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured approach.</li><li>Proven ability to work in client-facing roles and manage stakeholder expectations.</li><li>Solid understanding of business processes and operational improvement techniques.</li><li>Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.</li><li>Excellent communication skills in English and Arabic, both written and verbal.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.</li><li>Willingness to travel frequently, especially to Saudi Arabia.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.</li></ul></div>

Senior Consultant - Lean Management Consultant

<div>
 
 Main Objective
 
 
 
 As an Associate Director with Four Principles, you&rsquo;ll have extensive consulting experience and work on management consulting projects, leading a team of consultants and analysts, helping our clients to solve challenges related to operations, implementation, business transformation, process and performance improvement using Lean Management principles.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Add value to our clients by helping them address complex issues, deliver sustainable results and demonstrate real impact
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise clients, design and implement Lean solutions that can help transform clients&rsquo; organisations
 </li>
 <li>
 Take responsibility for leading projects and managing numerous team members, as well as developing junior team members through knowledge sharing and on-the-job coaching
 </li>
 <li>
 Take accountability for the team on your projects, address performance issues promptly and take necessary action to ensure performance remains on track
 </li>
 <li>
 Introduce change and manage clients&rsquo; expectations across the full hierarchy from top management to blue collar roles
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to shift quickly from one complex situation to another when working on multifaceted projects
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to align with project sponsors and cross-functional teams regarding outcomes, decisions, targets etc. across all levels within a client&rsquo;s organization
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in client acquisitions and actively support senior managers/principals with business development
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in further developing Lean Management concepts, products and tools
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Required Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 5&ndash;6 years of experience in Management Consulting
 </li>
 <li>
 Involvement in Lean Management implementation and/or experience in a related industry is a plus
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in implementing operational change
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge and experience in Lean tools including but not limited to: process mapping, value stream mapping, Kanban, Kaizen, Jidoka, TPM is advantageous
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluent command of English and native command of Arabic is required
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel)
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent time management, analytical, problem-solving, logical thinking skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong entrepreneurial and team spirit
 </li>
 <li>
 High level of commitment, perseverance, and ability to work under pressure and long hours
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional demeanor when dealing with clients
 </li>
 <li>
 Willingness to travel extensively mainly to Saudi Arabia
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Education
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field is required
 </li>
 <li>
 MBA / relevant post-graduate degree is an advantage
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Associate Director - Lean Management Consulting

<div>Main Objective
As an Associate Director with Four Principles, you&rsquo;ll have extensive consulting experience and work on management consulting projects, leading a team of consultants and analysts, helping our clients to solve challenges related to operations, implementation, business transformation, process and performance improvement using Lean Management principles.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Add value to our clients by helping them address complex issues, deliver sustainable results and demonstrate real impact</li><li>
Advise clients, design and implement Lean solutions that can help transform clients&rsquo; organisations</li><li>
Take responsibility for leading projects and managing numerous team members, as well as developing junior team members through knowledge sharing and on-the-job coaching</li><li>
Take accountability for the team on your projects, address performance issues promptly and take necessary action to ensure performance remains on track</li><li>
Introduce change and manage clients&rsquo; expectations across the full hierarchy from top management to blue collar roles</li><li>
Able to shift quickly from one complex situation to another when working on multifaceted projects</li><li>
Able to align with project sponsors and cross-functional teams regarding outcomes, decisions, targets etc. across all levels within a client&rsquo;s organization</li><li>
Assist in client acquisitions and actively support senior managers/principals with business development</li><li>
Participate in further developing Lean Management concepts, products and tools</li></ul>
Required Skills<ul><li>
5&ndash;6 years of experience in Management Consulting</li><li>
Involvement in Lean Management implementation and/or experience in a related industry is a plus</li><li>
Experience in implementing operational change</li><li>
Knowledge and experience in Lean tools including but not limited to: process mapping, value stream mapping, Kanban, Kaizen, Jidoka, TPM is advantageous</li><li>
Fluent command of English and native command of Arabic is required</li><li>
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel)</li><li>
Excellent time management, analytical, problem-solving, logical thinking skills</li><li>
Strong entrepreneurial and team spirit</li><li>
High level of commitment, perseverance, and ability to work under pressure and long hours</li><li>
Professional demeanor when dealing with clients</li><li>
Willingness to travel extensively mainly to Saudi Arabia</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field is required</li><li>
MBA / relevant post-graduate degree is an advantage</li></ul></div>

Palladium: Make It Possible

<div>
 
 
 Management Consultant &amp; Senior Consultant (12 Months)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Palladium is recruiting
 
 Consultants and Senior Consultants
 
 to join our dynamic team on a 1-year project in Riyadh, KSA, in a high-impact secondment opportunity to support a
 
 Center‑of‑Government entity under the Royal Court
 
 , working at the heart of
 
 Vision 2030 delivery
 
 .
 
 
 
 
 
 As a key member of the team, the Consultants are embedded on site providing hands-on involvement in national and international strategic priorities. The Consultants are expected to work in a fast-paced, high visibility environment and to manage themselves - time allocation, learning new things, and maintaining deliverable quality.
 
 
 
 
 
 This position is based on the requirement for only KSA nationals.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support the design and development of strategic initiatives, frameworks, and implementation plans
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct benchmarking, studies, and current‑state assessments
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare and follow up on initiative plans and execution in coordination with relevant entities
 </li>
 <li>
 Track progress and document achievements against agreed objectives
 </li>
 <li>
 Support development of KPIs and performance monitoring frameworks
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare executive‑level reports and presentations
 </li>
 <li>
 Support governance activities, including committee and meeting managemen
 
 t
 
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain structured documentation and project records
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidate Qualifications
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in
 
 Business Administration, Management, Engineering
 
 , or similar
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong background in
 
 strategy or transformation,
 
 including familiarity with Kaplan/Norton framework and/or other performance management methodology is highly desirable
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum
 
 3+ years experience for Senior Consultants
 
 , and
 
 2 years experience for Consultants
 
 </li>
 <li>
 Highly adaptable, able to perform under short and evolving deadlines
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent PowerPoint skills and experience preparing executive-level deliverables
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication skills in Arabic and English
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure or interest in International Relations a plus
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Reporting &amp; Relationships
 
 
 
 The role reports to the Manager. Reporting requirements include:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Attendance of all client-required meetings
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in regular status updates with the project manager on client engagements
 </li>
 <li>
 Regular updates with line manager
 </li>
 <li>
 Timely submission of assigned deliverables
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Key relationships will be both with their Palladium Line Manager and the Client Manager, as well as the wider Consulting team.
 
 
 
 
 
 This role offers
 
 exceptional exposure
 
 , credibility, and learning for consultants seeking to work on
 
 national‑level strategy
 
 within one of the Kingdom&rsquo;s most strategic government environments.
 
</div>

Management Consultant

<div>The opportunity
Capital Markets provides assurance services to clients who are developing and executing transformational strategies, such as launching an initial public offering (IPO) or planning to issue debt securities either in local markets and overseas. We provide regulatory and reporting support and advice across all jurisdictions in international capital markets. We are looking for a manager to join the team to oversee capital markets clients and engagements in the MENA region. 
This is a high-profile role working with some of our most interesting clients and offers an exciting opportunity to significantly enhance your career. We are seeking CPA/CA/ACCA qualified accountants with significant audit or accounting advisory experience. This role will be based in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the candidate will support client engagements in the MENA region. Based on business need, travel will be a requirement. 
Your key responsibilities 
<ul><li>Utilizing your skills with audits</li><li>
Leading and delivering technical accounting support</li><li>
Project managing transactions and coaching</li><li>
Collaborating with audit team and client to determine a strategy that appropriately addresses the risk</li><li>
Understand client needs and expectations and ensure work is delivered timely</li><li>
Adherence to the relevant internal EY policies and external regulatory requirements</li><li>
Building your network internationally</li></ul> 
Skills and attributes for success 
Colleagues and clients will look to you for guidance, so you&rsquo;ll be a prominent professional when it comes to resolving complex issues. As you build on your pre-existing knowledge and experience of auditing, accounting and reporting requirements, you&rsquo;ll become an increasingly credible advisor, influencing clients and teams. 
Pro-activity, accountability and results-driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic. 
To qualify for the role, you must have<ul><li>
Minimum 5+ years of experience working with a consulting firm, in an audit or accounting advisory domain</li><li>
Experienced in conducting audits (PCAOB audit experience is a preference)</li><li>
CPA/CA/ACCA certification</li><li>
Extensive knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP will be an added advantage</li><li>
Experience in providing services to clients undertaking capital raise</li><li>
Strong management skills to lead teams, delegate appropriately, mentor, review performance and counsel employees</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary</li></ul> 
What we offer you 
At EY, we&rsquo;ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We&rsquo;ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. 
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. 
To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need. 
EY | Building a better working world
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. 
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. 
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.</div>

Manager - FAAS - Transaction Accounting & Capital Markets- Riyadh

Mastercard

<div>Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we&rsquo;re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Associate Managing Consultant, Strategy &amp; Transformation - Advisors &amp; Consulting Services
Associate Managing Consultant &ndash; Strategy &amp; Transformation 
 
Advisors &amp; Consulting Services 
 
Services within Mastercard is responsible for acquiring, engaging, and retaining customers by managing fraud and risk, enhancing cybersecurity, and improving the digital payments experience. We provide value-added services and leverage expertise, data-driven insights, and execution. Our Advisors &amp; Consulting Services team combines traditional management consulting with Mastercard&rsquo;s rich data assets, proprietary platforms, and technologies to provide clients with powerful strategic insights and recommendations. Our teams work with a diverse global customer base across industries, from banking and payments to retail and restaurants. 
 
The Advisors &amp; Consulting Services group has five specializations: Strategy &amp; Transformation, Performance Analytics, Business Experimentation, Marketing, and Program Management. Our Strategy &amp; Transformation consultants lead clients through impactful decision-making as they tackle strategic, tactical, operational, and transformational business challenges. They apply a broad set of problem-solving techniques to improve the client&rsquo;s overall strategy, performance, and operations. 
 
Positions for different specializations and levels are available in separate job postings. Please review our consulting specializations to learn more about all opportunities and apply for the position that is best suited to your background and experience: https://careers.mastercard.com/us/en/consulting-specializations-at-mastercard 
 
Roles and Responsibilities 
 
Client Impact 
 
<ul><li>Manage deliverable development and workstreams on projects across a range of industries and problem statements</li><li>Contribute to and/or develop strategies and programs for large, regional, and global clients by leveraging data and technology solutions to unlock client value</li><li>Manage working relationship with client managers, and act as trusted and reliable partner</li></ul> 
Team Collaboration &amp; Culture 
<ul><li>Develop sound business recommendations and deliver effective client presentations</li><li>Plan, organize, and structure own work and that of junior project delivery consultants to identify effective analysis structures to address client problems, synthesize analyses into relevant findings, and create impactful storylines</li><li>Lead team and external meetings, and lead or co-lead project management</li><li>Contribute to the firm's intellectual capital and solution development</li><li>Grow from coaching to enable ownership of day-to-day project management across client projects, and mentor junior consultants</li></ul> 
Qualifications 
Basic qualifications 
<ul><li>Undergraduate degree with work experience in consulting, corporate strategy, business intelligence, business line management, or product management</li><li>Experience managing clients or internal stakeholders</li><li>Logical, structured thinking, and affinity for numerical analysis</li><li>Advanced Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills</li><li>Ability to perform multiple tasks with multiple clients in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively in English and the local office language (if applicable)</li><li>Eligibility to work in the country where you are applying, as well as apply for travel visas as required by travel needs</li><li>Ability to travel to client sites on a semi-regular basis</li></ul> 
Preferred qualifications 
<ul><li>Experience managing tasks or workstreams in a collaborative team environment with third parties</li><li>Experience coaching junior delivery consultants</li><li>Relevant industry expertise</li><li>MBA or master&rsquo;s degree with relevant specialization</li></ul>
Corporate Security Responsibility 
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:<ul><li>
Abide by Mastercard&rsquo;s security policies and practices;</li><li>
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;</li><li>
Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and</li><li>
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard&rsquo;s guidelines.</li></ul></div>

Associate Managing Consultant, Strategy & Transformation - Advisors & Consulting Services

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