cost control manager

Qiddiya | القدية

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 The Senior Manager leads project controls and financial governance across assigned projects or portfolios, ensuring robust oversight of contracts, budgets, schedules, risks, and reporting. The role provides strategic financial insight, strengthens control frameworks, and supports senior leadership in informed decision-making.
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Manage contract variations, change orders, and extension of time/cost claims, ensuring proper evaluation, documentation, approvals, and reporting.
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 Oversee utilization of project contingencies and provisional sums, ensuring disciplined budget control and alignment with approved business cases.
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 Direct cost monitoring, forecasting, and variance analysis, providing clear insights and mitigation strategies to senior management.
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 Ensure integrity and reconciliation of data across SAP, Primavera P6, Unifier, BIM, and related systems.
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 Oversee monthly accrual reviews and financial close activities to ensure accuracy and compliance.
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 Provide high-level oversight of schedule changes and integrated cost/schedule impacts.
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 Lead risk and opportunity reviews, ensuring timely identification, assessment, and escalation of key exposures.
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 Act as a senior liaison between Finance, Commercial, and Project Delivery teams to ensure transparency and alignment.
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 Mentor and guide project controls teams, promoting governance, accountability, and continuous improvement
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 Bachelor's degree
 
 
 Working knowledge or certification on project tools such as: primavera, p6, unifier, SAP project module. (required)
 
 
 
 Professional Certifications
 
 
 
 Professional certifications such as CPA/ MBA are preferred
 
 
 Certificate in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution - RICS or similar are preferred
 
 
 Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.
 
 
 8+ years of experience in Project Controls, or Development Finance as part of large construction company or large developer or PMC.
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Senior Manager - Financial Planning and Analysis (CORS 251)

Larsen & Toubro

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 The Civil Manager is responsible for managing the process for civil works, negotiating and finalizing contracts with contractors after project awards, and monitoring the progress of civil activities to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution. This role requires strong technical knowledge, commercial acumen, and project management skills to support the successful delivery of infrastructure projects.
 
 
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 Contractor Negotiation &amp; Finalization:
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 Engage in post-award negotiations with contractors to optimize costs, timelines, and scope without compromising quality.
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 Review and finalize contracts, ensuring alignment with project objectives, legal requirements, and company policies.
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 Assess contractor capabilities, past performance, and compliance with contractual obligations.
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 Establish clear communication channels with contractors and resolve any disputes or deviations.
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 Project Monitoring &amp; Execution Support:
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 Oversee the progress of civil works to ensure timely execution per approved plans and schedules.
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 Conduct regular site visits and coordinate with project teams to track milestones, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions.
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 Monitor contractor performance, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
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 Provide periodic progress reports to senior management, highlighting key risks and mitigation measures.
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 Coordinate with other disciplines (mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation) to ensure smooth integration of civil activities with overall project execution.
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 Cost Control &amp; Risk Management:
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 Monitor project budgets and control costs to prevent overruns.
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 Identify and address potential risks that may impact project timelines and financials.
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 Ensure compliance with contractual terms, regulatory requirements, and company policies
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Senior Manager-CIvil

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div>The Senior Director &ndash; Project Controls will establish and lead a high performing, standardized integrated Project Controls function within Qiddiya&rsquo;s Transport Business Unit, encompassing Cost Planning and Reporting, Programme (Schedule) Management and Document Control.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Development Management Office, this role will be instrumental in bringing rigour, consistency and confidence to how cost, schedule and reporting are managed across all transport projects. The Senior Director will drive the development of a unified cost-planning framework, ensure disciplined budget approvals and financial tracking in partnership with the Central Development Unit and strengthen programme assurance and logiv testing across the project portfolio.
Qiddiya Investment Company is dedicated to revolutionizing the entertainment and leisure industry in Saudi Arabia, and we are looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Director of Project Controls for our DMO Transportation Division. This pivotal role will involve overseeing and enhancing the project controls framework for the transportation infrastructure projects within the Qiddiya destination. Your leadership will ensure the efficient handling of multiple projects critical to developing a seamless experience across our entertainment platform.
Key Objectives (First 18 months) Responsibilities<ul><li>
Develop and implement a consistent, robust cost planning framework across all projects replacing ad hoc practices with clear methodologies, templates and governance requirements. Ensure project teams adopt the framework and are trained to apply it accurately and consistently.</li><li>
Work closely with the Centrral Development Unit to define and embed a transparent budget approval and funding process, ensuring all projects have approved budgets aligned with corporate systems. Establish clear controls for ongoing budget tracking and change management, providing senior management with full confidence in reported financials.</li><li>
Strengthen programme management discipline by introducing logical, evidence based schedule validation across all projects. Ensure baseline schedules, float, dependencies and critical paths are realistic and defensible. Build capability within the planning team to challenge delivery timelines and assess delay impacts objectively.</li><li>
Embed cost, schedule, risk and change management integration within project reporting ensuring one version of truth and a common control baseline.</li><li>
Partner closely with the Transport Business Unit Governance team to align processes, approvals and reporting with organizational standards and external assurance requirements.</li><li>
Work seamlessly with the Senior Directors of Procurement, Commercial and Finance, Risk and Compliance &amp; Reporting and maintain strong interfaces with the Central Delivery Unit (CDU) and Strategic Delivery Unit (SDU) to ensure alignment and transparency across the delivery program.</li><li>
Recruit, develop and empower a capable project controls team covering cost, programme, and document control disciplines fostering a culture of accuracy, responsiveness and continuous improvement.</li></ul>
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Lead the establishment of an integrated Project Controls Framework governing cost planning, schedule management, change control and reporting across all projects
</li><li>Create detailed cost planning standards and templates, defining inputs, assumptions and review checkpoints to drive consistency across project cost plans.</li><li>
Oversee the preparation, validation and ongoing maintenance of project budgets, ensuring traceability between approved budgets, cost plans and funding sources.</li><li>
Collaborate with the Central Development Unit and Finance to embed the budget approval process, track funding allocations and provide transparent reporting of financial performance.</li><li>
Ensure all projects maintain accurate and logically structured programmes, validated through formal schedule assurance reviews.</li><li>
Manage scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and risk management activities to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution.</li><li>
Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define project baselines and establish governance structures.</li><li>
Provide expert analysis and insight into project performance, preparing detailed reporting for senior management and stakeholders.</li><li>
Provide senior management with clear, reliable and data driven insights through regular dashboards and performance reviews.</li><li>
Embed project control staff within project teams to ensrue accurate data capture, timely reporting and partnership with project delivery.</li><li>
Ensure document control process maintain version integrity, traceability and audit readiness.</li><li>
Continuously review and improve project controls processes in line with industry advancements and organizational objectives.</li><li>
Maintain a strong focus on compliance, safety, and quality assurance throughout project lifecycles.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
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Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, Project management or a related field; a Master&rsquo;s degree is preferred.</li><li>
At least 15 &ndash; 20+ years of experience in project controls, specifically in transportation or large-scale infrastructure projects.</li><li>
Advanced capability with project Control tools (Primavera P6, CostOS, Power BI etc).</li><li>
Demonstrated leadership experience supervising project controls teams in complex project environments.</li><li>
Deep understanding of project control techniques, including scheduling, cost estimation, and risk assessment methodologies.</li><li>
Excellent analytical skills paired with the ability to provide strategic recommendations based on data-driven insights.</li><li>
Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.</li><li>
Expertise in project management software and tools to drive project efficiency.</li><li>
Professional certifications, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent, are highly valued.</li><li>
Prior experience in transport or large scale infrastructure</li></ul> 

Benefits 
Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.</div>

Senior Director - Project Controls - Transport - 20003758 HS8

<div>Overview:
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Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.</div><div></div><div> 
Serves as the Aviation Maintenance Quality Control/Quality Assurance (QC/QA) Technical Inspector under the direction of the QC Manager. Responsibilities encompass the sign-off of all red &lsquo;X&rsquo; and circle red &lsquo;X&rsquo; conditions related to aircraft systems and components. Engages in technical inspection of specific airframe, powertrain, power-plant, armament, electrical, and avionics systems. Evaluates the need for Maintenance Test Flights (MTF) and Maintenance Operational Checks (MOC), providing inspection criteria interpretation to the maintenance staff. Utilizes common measuring tools, precision measuring gauges, and alignment fixtures (GFE). Assists the Customer in maintaining a current technical library and relevant aircraft forms and records. Collaborates with the Customer Weight and Balance (W&amp;B) technician to complete Weight and Balance records for all assigned aircraft, adhering to Customer directives and applicable manuals. Assumes the role of the site QC Data Analyst and the technical and compliance documentation administrator. Establishes maintenance quality control processes, procedures, standards, measures, and reports, supporting the maintenance program for all maintenance support activities. Prioritizes safety in all related operations and conducts maintenance and technical inspector training as required, inputting OJT training data into the learning management system database.</div>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Performs quality technical inspection of aircraft, equipment, vehicles, aircraft components, parts, and systems (including avionics, electrical, instrument and armament) as required by functional assignment.</li><li>
Performs quality and safety inspections of on-site equipment and tools used in aircraft maintenance, vehicles, and equipment.</li><li>
Performs in-progress and final quality technical inspections during maintenance, repair, modification, rework, and overhaul of aircraft, aircraft components, and component parts.</li><li>
Inspects job procedural forms and maintenance forms used in the performance of aircraft maintenance, vehicle and equipment maintenance to assure compliance with approved methods and procedures.</li><li>
Assists in preparation, processing, and answering of Quality Deficiency Reports (QDRs). Assists in aircraft accident investigations, prepares estimated cost of damage reports as required.</li><li>
Establish the maintenance quality control processes, procedures, standards, measures, and reports in support of the maintenance program and in coordination with Supply Chain Management (SCM) activities.</li><li>
Directs inquires, investigations, and research analysis related to quality control maintenance processes and supporting maintenance activities, to the QC Manager.</li><li>
Ensures all quality control maintenance operations and related maintenance support activities are conducted in a safe manner.</li><li>
In coordination with the QC Manager, supports the Downed Aircraft Recovery Team (DART) processes and procedures.</li><li>
Conducts maintenance training and technical inspector training as required.</li><li>
Other tasks as directed by the QC Manager.</li><li>
Works within the maintenance quality control processes, procedures, and standards.</li><li>
Ensures all maintenance operations and related maintenance support activities are conducted in a safe manner.</li><li>
Supports, in coordination with the Maintenance Manager and Flight Operations Manager, the Downed Aircraft Recovery Team (DART) process and procedure.</li><li>
Performs within the broad guidelines of duties and responsibilities with significant choice of methods.</li><li>
Authority to select and implement goals and objectives within the execution of duties and responsibilities.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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Minimum Qualifications
</div><ul><li>Associates degree required; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li><li>
As a condition of employment in Saudi Arabia, all candidates must successfully complete the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development&rsquo;s Qualification Verification Program (QVP) to ensure eligibility for visa processing and employment authorization.</li><li>
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Inspector Authorization (IA) certificate.</li><li>
FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate.</li></ul><div>
Experience:
</div><ul><li>Five (5) years&rsquo; experience maintaining specific or similar Mission Design Series (MDS).</li><li>
Able to use the Automated Weight and Balance Software (AWBS).</li><li>
Demonstrated knowledge and experience of rotary wing Aviation operations inclusive of maintenance, Aviation logistics, flight operations and training.</li><li>
Certificates: Army Aviation maintenance certification with rating in the AH-64 or UH-60 or MD500 Series Aircraft (Army Rotary Wing equivalent) or OH-58D desired.</li><li>
FAA, A&amp;P certificate or Equivalent required.</li><li>
Proficient in the use of computer-hosted interactive technical manuals, aircraft maintenance forms, and other aircraft related documentation.</li><li>
Graduate of a US Military Aircraft Maintenance Course or civilian A&amp;P equivalent with a minimum of 5 years&rsquo; experience</li><li>
Possess a valid U.S driver&rsquo;s license and Passport.</li><li>
DD214 required for military experience.</li><li>
Must be able to pass employment and deployment qualification requirements that include medical, drug testing, background checks, etc.</li><li>
Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a military maintenance unit.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of military logistics procedures and regulations.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.</h4></div>

UH60 Technical Inspector

Yousef Al-Rajhi Group

Job Title: Project Manager – AgricultureLocation: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Employment Type: Full-Time About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager – Agriculture to lead and manage agricultural projects from planning through execution. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in large-scale farming operations, crop production, greenhouse management, irrigation systems, and agricultural infrastructure.The successful candidate will oversee project planning, resource management, budgets, and timelines while ensuring operational efficiency, sustainability, and compliance with industry best practices. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Plan, execute, and monitor agricultural projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery. </li><li>Manage large-scale farming operations, including crop production, greenhouse projects, irrigation systems, and agricultural infrastructure. </li><li>Develop project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans. </li><li>Coordinate with farm managers, agronomists, engineers, contractors, suppliers, and consultants throughout the project lifecycle. </li><li>Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions to achieve project objectives. </li><li>Ensure compliance with agricultural regulations, environmental standards, and health &amp; safety requirements. </li><li>Manage procurement of agricultural equipment, materials, and services. </li><li>Oversee installation and commissioning of irrigation systems, greenhouses, and other agricultural facilities. </li><li>Analyze project performance, prepare progress reports, and present updates to senior management. </li><li>Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, and sustainability across agricultural operations. </li><li>Manage project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion. </li></ul> Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field. </li><li>7–12 years of experience managing agricultural or farming projects. </li><li>Proven experience in large-scale farming, crop production, greenhouse operations, irrigation projects, or agricultural development. </li><li>Strong understanding of modern farming practices, irrigation systems, soil management, and agricultural technologies. </li><li>Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams. </li><li>Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. </li><li>Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities. </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent). </li><li>Experience working in the GCC, particularly Saudi Arabia, is highly desirable. </li></ul> Key Competencies<ul><li>Agricultural Project Management </li><li>Farm Operations Management </li><li>Crop Production </li><li>Greenhouse Management </li><li>Irrigation Systems </li><li>Agricultural Infrastructure </li><li>Budget &amp; Cost Control </li><li>Project Planning &amp; Scheduling </li><li>Contractor &amp; Vendor Management </li><li>Risk Management </li><li>Quality &amp; Compliance </li><li>Leadership &amp; Team Management </li></ul> What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package. </li><li>Opportunity to manage large-scale agricultural and farming projects. </li><li>Dynamic and collaborative work environment. </li><li>Professional growth and long-term career development. </li></ul> Ideal Candidate BackgroundWe are looking for professionals with project management experience in commercial agriculture, large-scale farms, greenhouse operations, horticulture, agribusiness, or agricultural development projects. Candidates from leading agricultural companies, farming enterprises, greenhouse operators, irrigation contractors, or agribusiness organizations with expertise in managing end-to-end agricultural projects will be highly preferred.

Project Manager – Agriculture

<div>The Senior Manager &ndash; Residential Projects, Governance &amp; Reporting will support the Residential Business Unit by managing governance submissions, executive reporting, and committee coordination across the Residential portfolio.
The role acts as the central point of control for Stage Gate reviews, Development Committee, N-1 / N-2 Committee, and other leadership submissions, ensuring all materials are clear, complete, aligned, and decision-ready.
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Prepare and coordinate governance submissions, committee packs, Stage Gate reviews, and leadership presentations.</li><li>
Develop clear, concise, decision-led materials with defined asks, risks, recommendations, and approvals required.</li><li>
Consolidate inputs from Development, Delivery, Commercial, Cost Planning, Finance, Strategy, CDU, MDU, and other stakeholders.</li><li>
Ensure all submissions follow Qiddiya governance standards, templates, and approval processes.</li><li>
Track approvals, actions, conditions, and follow-ups from governance forums through to close-out.</li><li>
Prepare executive reports, dashboards, meeting minutes, and action trackers.</li><li>
Drive stakeholder alignment ahead of submissions to avoid late changes and improve approval success.</li><li>
Support continuous improvement of governance templates, checklists, reporting tools, and submission processes.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or related field.</li><li>
7+ years of experience in real estate development, project management, PMO, governance, reporting, or portfolio coordination.</li><li>
Experience supporting large-scale residential, mixed-use, masterplan, or giga-project environments.</li><li>
Strong understanding of governance processes, Stage Gate approvals, executive reporting, and committee submissions.</li><li>
Excellent PowerPoint and Excel skills, with the ability to create polished executive-level presentations.</li><li>
Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to coordinate inputs across multiple senior teams.</li><li>
High attention to detail and ability to turn complex project information into clear, decision-ready outputs.</li><li>
Strong follow-up, action tracking, meeting-minutes, and reporting discipline.</li><li>
GCC / Saudi project experience is preferred</li></ul></div>

Senior Manager - Governance, Residential Projects and Reporting

Currie & Brown

<div>
 
 Currie &amp; Brown is looking for a Commercial Manager to join our team in Riyadh, KSA.
 
 
 
 
 
 You will be in charge of the commercial elements of a circa 1bn SAR mixed-use development scheme.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What will you be doing?
 
 
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 Commercial lead for the project, interfacing directly with the client and project team
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 Providing accurate cost advice and reporting
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 Assuming a leading role in setting objectives and priorities, working as a proactive and decisive team player
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 Maintaining effective communication to ensure all information is available for the successful completion of projects; liaising with other managers to ensure efficient financial control
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 Undertaking cost management services with limited supervision
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 Delivering all work outputs in an accurate and timely manner
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 Representing the company in a professional and diligent manner; meeting, negotiating and corresponding with clients to form strong working relationships
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 What do you need?
 
 
 
 
 
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 BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
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 Ideally Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) or working towards
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 Significant post-contract experience
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 KSA or GCC project experience
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 Good technical writing, client-facing, and communication skills
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 Well-organized, diligent, proactive, assertive, well-disciplined, and commercially astute
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 A team player with a &lsquo;can-do&rsquo; attitude, outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful, and flexible
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 About Us:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Currie &amp; Brown prioritise for the long term and honour our commitments. We are compassionate and inclusive in the way we approach our work, and always look to invest in our people&rsquo;s futures.
 
 
 
 
 
 Be it a desire to work internationally, a drive to progress, or even a curiosity to operate in a new sector, we are there for our people at every stage &ndash; providing advice, support and the structure to achieve. That is why so many of us have established and built successful careers here for so long.
 
 
 
 
 
 We don&rsquo;t offer just a job we offer a career with clear structured route to progression, and a track record of making international mobility happen with international moves encouraged on a permanent or secondment basis.
 
 
 
 
 
 We want you to be able to bring your best self to work everyday and that is why we firmly believe equality, diversity and inclusion should be taken seriously. Diverse people, backgrounds and experiences develop the most innovative of ideas, they are essential to our success, that is why we actively encourage applications from all backgrounds.
 
 
 
 
 
 With the backing of our parent company, we are a truly independent business. Our people are empowered to make quick, agile decisions, as well as work directly with some of the world&rsquo;s brightest partner brands in our industry through Sidara
 
 
 
 
 
 We offer comprehensive benefits packages in all our global regions which have been specifically tailored to offer additional rewards to our employees from entry level to senior executives
 
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