accountant

senior accountant

general accountant

hr executive

financial controller

head of finance

Bakkt

<div>Powering the next generation of global finance
About Us
Founded in 2018, Bakkt, Inc. is a regulated financial technology company building infrastructure for the future of finance. Bakkt's platform serves financial institutions, fintechs, and consumer finance products &mdash; providing the compliance, security, and scale required to deliver trusted financial services at a global level. Through its core business pillars, Bakkt powers institutional-grade trading capabilities, AI-enabled programmable finance, and cross-border payment infrastructure.
About the role
The HR Generalist is the operational heart of Bakkt&rsquo;s human resources function. This is a hands-on role covering the full employee lifecycle for our global team - from hiring and onboarding through to payroll support, compliance, and day-to-day employee queries. 
You will be the first point of contact for all HR matters, working closely with the Global Head of HR in the UAE and managing our Deel portal as the primary tool for non-US employment, payroll, and visa administration. You will also support the US HR team with reporting, audit preparation, and ad hoc people operations tasks as required.Someone with global HR exposure and familiarity with US HR practices will thrive in this role. 
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment &amp; Onboarding<ul><li>
Support end-to-end recruitment for global roles: job postings, candidate coordination, interview scheduling, and offer management</li><li>
Own the onboarding experience for all new joiners: contracts via Deel, visa initiation, system setup, health insurance, and Day 1 logistics</li><li>
Maintain onboarding checklists and ensure every new joiner is set up correctly across Deel and Rippling before their start date</li><li>
Liaise with hiring managers to ensure a smooth and timely recruitment and onboarding process</li></ul> 
Deel Portal &amp; Payroll Support<ul><li>
Own the Deel portal for all UAE employees: profile management, contract issuance, document uploads, and access rights</li><li>
Support monthly payroll processing in Deel: data accuracy, cut-off deadlines, and liaison with the Global Head of HR for approval</li><li>
Manage expense submissions in Deel and coordinate approvals with Finance</li><li>
Act as first point of contact for all employee payroll and Deel queries</li></ul> 
Compliance &amp; Visa Administration<ul><li>
Manage UAE employment compliance: MOHRE registration, WPS payroll compliance, and labour card renewals</li><li>
Oversee visa sponsorship processes for all Dubai employees and their dependants: liaising with Deel immigration services</li><li>
Track visa and Emirates ID expiry dates and initiate renewals in advance to avoid lapses</li><li>
Ensure DHA health insurance is active for all UAE employees and dependants; manage additions, removals, and queries</li><li>
Maintain working knowledge of UAE Labour Law and flag any compliance risks or legislative changes to the Global Head of HR</li></ul> 
Employee Lifecycle<ul><li>
Issue and manage employment contracts for all non-US employees via Deel; ensure all documentation is complete and compliant</li><li>
Track probation periods and flag upcoming review dates to the relevant manager and Global Head of HR</li><li>
Manage offboarding for leavers, coordinate visa cancellation, revoke system access, and ensure clean exit documentation</li><li>
Maintain accurate and organised employee files in Deel and Rippling at all times</li></ul> 
Employee Support &amp; HR Operations<ul><li>
Serve as the primary HR point of contact for all non-US employees: payroll queries, leave, benefits, policies, and general HR matters</li><li>
Support managers with day-to-day ER matters: performance conversations, absence management, and disciplinary processes</li><li>
Draft HR communications and work with corporate communication : policy updates, compliance notices, and process reminders</li><li>
Maintain and update the HR team&rsquo;s SOP library for processes so any team member can step in and cover</li><li>
Support the Global Head of HR with ad hoc projects, reporting, and US HR administration as needed</li></ul> 
What We Are Looking For<ul><li>
3&ndash;5+ years in an HR Generalist, HR Operations, or People Operations role</li><li>
Hands-on experience in the UAE - Deel experience is strongly preferred; familiarity with MOHRE, WPS, visa processes, and UAE Labour Law is required</li><li>
Recruitment experience - end-to-end coordination of hiring in the UAE market</li><li>
Global HR exposure is a strong advantage; US HR experience (FLSA, benefits, Rippling) is a bonus</li><li>
Experience in a lean team where you own and execute rather than delegate</li></ul> 
Knowledge<ul><li>
UAE Labour Law: MOHRE, WPS, EOSB, DHA health insurance, fixed-term contracts, and visa sponsorship</li><li>
Deel platform - payroll, contracts, expense management, and immigration support</li><li>
Basic familiarity with US HR practices and compliance is a plus</li><li>
Strong understanding of employee data management and HRIS best practices</li></ul> 
Skills &amp; Attributes<ul><li>
Organized and detail-oriented - you manage multiple processes without things slipping</li><li>
Strong communicator - confident handling employee queries and working across cultures</li><li>
Comfortable leveraging AI tools to improve HR processes, communications, and documentation</li><li>
Discreet and trustworthy - you handle sensitive employee information daily</li><li>
Self-starter who can work independently and escalate appropriately</li><li>
Calm under pressure - visa deadlines and payroll cut-offs do not wait</li></ul> 
Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in HR, Business, or equivalent experience</li><li>
HR certification is a plus but not required</li></ul> 
Bakkt is devoted to having diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Bakkt does not make any employment decisions based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Must successfully pass a post-offer background check and drug screen.</div>

HR Generalist

Commercial Bank of Dubai

<div>Dubai, Dubai, AE Permanent ID: 101419</div>
 <div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Description</h3>
<div>Operating in the UAE for over 50 years, CBD manages the financial requirements of some of the largest corporates and businesses operating in the country, driving the UAE economy. Over the years, CBD has transformed into a progressive and modern banking institution winning multiple awards for its digital initiatives, credit cards, bank accounts, mobile app features and services. 
 
CBD has been recognized as the number one bank in the UAE on the Forbes list of The World&rsquo;s Best Banks 2022. 
 
As we continue to build upon our successes, we are looking for ambitious individuals who are passionate about the banking and finance industry and the markets in which CBD operates. Just as important to us is your ability to demonstrate a talent for dealing with people - your colleagues and our customers and delivering service that really goes the extra mile. 
 
 
Job Purpose:
<ul><li>Professional management of Loan Syndicated transactions from origination to execution and development and maintenance of high-level relationships among the issuer&rsquo;s participants in coordination with the Head of DCM &amp; Loan Syndication;</li>
<li>Originate and structure financial solutions in the loans space for clients including leading the complete structuring and execution of the offering for key clients which would contribute to the top bottom-line;</li>
<li>Provide LCM, DCM and ESG related solutions for the financial structure being advised to clients</li> 
</ul> 
 
Principal Accountabilities:
<ul><li>﻿Develop and maintain relationships with the issuers and market participants at high level, in coordination with account managers to expand the Loan Syndication Business to achieve periodic budgetary targets and fee revenue.</li>
<li>Would be providing financial solutions (flow loan, secured and unsecured syndicated facilities, acquisition finance, capex financing) to the CBD clients and will be leading transaction on behalf of CBD in the consortium.</li>
<li>Would lead to the coordination process and negotiations with external stakeholders to have the best deal in place with correct risk valuations</li>
<li>Support other junior members in the team and guiding them towards a market deal including time management of closing out deals from pitch to execution</li>
<li>Directly contribute towards Loan Syndication Business Plan and identify specific targets for proposing financing solutions among existing CBD clients and prospective new clients. Cross-sell other treasury solutions, particularly rate solutions as an integral part of the financing solutions.</li>
<li>Develop client pitches demonstrating a high level of professional understanding of the global and regional debt markets to provide underwriting, refinancing, and balance sheet restructuring solutions in line with the market appetite and internal credit appetite risk parameters of CBD</li>
<li>Time-to-time carry-out market sounding exercises for prospecting new debt market (both LCM &amp; DCM) opportunities and benchmarking pricing for underwriting mandates and proposed new deals.</li>
<li>Act as a key contact for all market players and develop a &ldquo;syndicate&rdquo; desk for the bank in the medium -term capable of selling-down existing and new deals with a view to support the bank's sell-down requirements, as and when needed.</li>
<li>Lead commercial negotiations, in consultation with the Head of DCM &amp; Syndications, to devise appropriate transaction structure, security and covenant package in line with the best practices of the market and LMA standards. Clearly demonstrate a high-level of understanding of legal documentation, structuring and commercial acumen to persuade external parties and to procure internal clearance from respective divisions including legal and credit.</li>
<li>Relationship management / business development with banking institutions and clients: Establish effective and professional relationships through regular meetings and developing a strong level of contact with clients, market counterparties, financial institutions and other advisors, in addition to increasing department's market visibility and expanding CBD franchise in DCM &amp; Syndication front</li>
<li>Keep abreast</li>
 <li>of developments in the capital markets environment to identify business opportunities and contribute to the planning process, including cross selling ideas.</li>
<li>Manage and</li>
 <li>supervise</li>
 <li>all external/internal processes including transaction timelines, clearance, approvals and legal reviews on all prospects and transactions.</li>
<li>Managing, drafting and finalizing pitch books, information memorandums, terms sheets, proposals, and investor presentation, business and market updates.</li>
<li>Comply with internal audit requirements in line with the policy guidelines, to ensure high standards of</li>
<li>uniformity and consistency across the Bank.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div>
 <div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Requirements</h3>
<div>Education and Experience:
<ul><li>﻿A minimum of an undergraduate degree (BA/BS) in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law or Business Management/Administration.</li>
<li>Ideally with a postgraduate qualification (MBA) degree in finance or a professional qualification such as CFA, CA, etc.</li>
<li>Minimum 10-12 years of experience with at least 5-6 years of specific Loan Syndicated deals experience as a senior transactor with an international or a large regional bank with an established DCM &amp; syndication business; with an ability to independently handle Loan Market Association (LMA) documentation and negotiations with the clients and market participants</li>
<li>Have performed a team leader role in leading deals in the market where multiple stakeholders are managed</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div>

Senior Manager, DCM & Loan Syndications

Richemont

<div>Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">1- REGIONAL CLIENT STRATEGY AND DEVELOPMENT. 
</h2> 
<ul><li>Define and deploy annual VIC and client development objectives per store within the territory, in alignment with HQ targets and Retail Manager direction (retain / upgrade / recruit).
</li></ul><ul><li>Map the regional High-End client landscape &mdash; tier distribution, geographic concentration, cross-door client opportunities &mdash; and set store-specific action plans accordingly.
</li></ul><ul><li>Identify the region's top-priority VIC relationships and personally invest in the highest-potential and most strategic, complementing store-level management.
</li></ul><ul><li>Partner with Couture teams to identify regional Couture prospects; ensure the regional network is equipped and motivated to deliver the Couture selling ceremony at the required standard.
</li></ul><ul><li>Provide strategic guidance on local market dynamics &mdash; competitor activity, cultural calendar, wealth migration &mdash; to support store directors in adapting their client approach.
</li></ul>Support the Head of VIC Relations with C-suite reporting on regional VIC and client development performance, flagging key relationship developments and commercial opportunities. Set a baseline of residents vs. tourists clients per door and define local recruitment target with clear strategy to achieve local clients objectives &amp; development. 
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2- RETAIL SUPPORT, TRAINING AND ORCHESTRATION. 
 
<ul><li>Serve as the primary interface between HQ client development strategy and store-level execution &mdash; cascading priorities, clarifying expectations, and troubleshooting implementation barriers.
</li></ul><ul><li>Design and deliver regional training programmes on VIC service standards, CRM best practices, outreach personalisation; adapt content to local market specificities when necessary with up-to-date training calendar
</li></ul><ul><li>Support stores management in new joiners onboarding on VICs development and service standards.
</li></ul><ul><li>Conduct regular store visits to audit clienteling practices, observe team behaviours, and deliver targeted coaching to store managers and Client Advisors.
</li></ul><ul><li>Identify high-potential talent within the retail network and support their development into future in-store client development roles or couture ambassadors.
</li></ul><ul><li>Coordinate with regional HR and Learning &amp; Development teams to integrate client development competencies into onboarding and performance frameworks.
 
</li>Own the regional A&amp;P budget allocated to VIC and commercial events &mdash; allocating resources across doors, managing forecasts, and reporting on spend vs. return in accordance with the Head of VIC Relations and Client Development. 
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3- REGIONAL ANIMATION &amp; CROSS-MARKET ACTIVATIONS. 
 
<ul><li>Propose and orchestrate a regional event calendar &mdash; covering in-store activations, cross-door moments, regional trunk shows, and previews &mdash; ensuring coherence with the HQ animation framework and local relevance, and ensuring a coherent annual planning with local happenings and business needs.
</li></ul><ul><li>Develop flagship regional client experiences that leverage Ala&iuml;a's brand territories.
</li></ul><ul><li>Define guest lists and engagement strategies for international Maison events (fashion shows, re-sees, dinners); manage client logistics in partnership with HQ &amp; Store management
</li></ul><ul><li>Personally host key client moments across the region, embodying the brand&rsquo;s values.
</li></ul>Liaise with local partners to ensure all events are executed to the highest experiential standard. 
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4- PARTNERSHIPS, BUSINESS PROVIDERS &amp; CLIENT RECRUITEMENT. 
 
<ul><li>Build and maintain a regional network of strategic business providers &mdash; private offices, luxury concierge services, stylists, cultural institutions, private members' clubs &mdash; capable of introducing qualified new clients to the Maison.
</li></ul><ul><li>Identify and formalise partnership frameworks with relevant regional players, reporting opportunities to the Head of VIC Relations and Client Development for brand-level validation and broader activation.
</li></ul><ul><li>Develop a systematic new client recruitment strategy for the region, including prospecting protocols, referral programmes, and community penetration plans for underserved client segments in line with the Ala&iuml;a codes and aesthetic.
</li></ul>Act as brand ambassador in key market environments &mdash; attending cultural and social events to represent Ala&iuml;a and naturally expand the house's relationship map. 
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5- DATA ANALYSIS &amp; REGIONAL REPORTING. 
 
<ul><li>Consolidate and analyse VIC and High-End client performance data across the regional store network &mdash; spend trends, tier migration, client acquisition costs, and activation ROI.
</li></ul><ul><li>Produce structured reviews for the Head of VIC Relations and Client Development and Local GM-Brand President: monthly performance dashboards, post-activation reviews, and annual strategic assessments.
</li></ul><ul><li>Identify regional patterns and anomalies in client data that signal commercial opportunity or relationship risk, and propose data-driven responses.
</li></ul><ul><li>Oversee CRM hygiene standards across all regional doors, establishing consistent protocols and holding store teams accountable for data quality.
</li></ul>Model budget scenarios and event ROI projections to support resource allocation decisions within the regional A&amp;P envelope. 
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</li></ul> 
CANDIDATE PROFILE
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Background
</h3>Minimum 8&ndash;10 years in luxury retail, with a clear trajectory that includes senior in-store roles (store management, department management, or senior client-facing position) &mdash; store experience at a high level is non-negotiable. 
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<ul><li>Demonstrated experience in a multi-door, regional, or network-level role within a luxury fashion, jewellery, watches, or lifestyle Maison.
</li></ul><ul><li>Proven ability to influence, coach, and align diverse store teams without direct line management authority.
</li></ul><ul><li>Solid command of CRM systems and regional data consolidation; ability to translate data into actionable strategy.
</li></ul>Prior exposure to budget management and A&amp;P accountability is strongly preferred. 
<ul><li>
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Skills &amp; Attributes
</h3><ul><li>Strategic clarity combined with operational rigour &mdash; able to think at altitude and execute at ground level with equal precision.
</li></ul><ul><li>Natural leadership presence: inspires confidence in store directors and Client Advisors alike; leads through example, not authority.
</li></ul><ul><li>Deep market intelligence and relationship capital within the territory &mdash; existing networks in luxury, culture, and finance are an asset.
</li></ul><ul><li>Entrepreneurial mindset: proactively identifies opportunities, proposes solutions, and operates with a high degree of autonomy.
</li></ul><ul><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication; fluency in English &amp; Arabic required.
</li></ul><ul><li>Aesthetic alignment with the Ala&iuml;a universe &mdash; a genuine understanding of and connection to the house's philosophy of the body, craftsmanship, and cultural rootedness.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to travel to different markets in the region is necessary.
</li></ul>#Richemont #WeCraftTheFuture</div>

Regional VIC & Client Development Manager

Confidential

Financial ManagerShipping &amp; Maritime Logistics CompanyDepartmentFinance &amp; AccountsReports ToManaging Director / General ManagerDirect ReportsAccountants, Accounts Payable/Receivable staff, Treasury &amp; Payroll officersLocationHead office, with periodic travel to ports, terminals, and vessel/branch officesEmployment TypeFull-time, permanent<h2>Job Summary</h2>The Financial Manager is responsible for the financial health, integrity, and strategic financial direction of the shipping company. This role leads financial planning, accounting, budgeting, treasury, and risk management across the company's shipping, chartering, freight, and logistics operations. The Financial Manager ensures accurate cost accounting for vessel voyages, freight and charter revenue, bunker (fuel) and port expenses, and compliance with maritime, tax, and international financial regulations, while providing the executive team and board with reliable financial insight to support commercial and operational decision-making.<h2>Key Duties &amp; Responsibilities</h2>1. Financial Planning, Budgeting &amp; Analysis<ul><li>Prepare annual budgets, voyage/route profitability forecasts, and rolling cash-flow projections for the fleet and shore operations.</li><li>Conduct variance analysis comparing actual results against budget, prior periods, and industry benchmarks; report findings to senior management.</li><li>Develop financial models to evaluate new trade routes, vessel acquisitions or charters (time charter vs. voyage charter vs. bareboat), and fleet expansion or disposal decisions.</li><li>Support pricing, tendering, and freight-rate decisions with cost and margin analysis.</li></ul>2. Accounting, Financial Reporting &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP, including consolidation of multi-entity and multi-currency accounts where applicable.</li><li>Ensure accurate accounting for voyage revenue, freight income, demurrage/despatch, charter-hire, agency fees, and vessel operating costs.</li><li>Manage fixed-asset and vessel depreciation accounting, dry-docking provisions, and lease accounting for chartered vessels and equipment (e.g., IFRS 16).</li><li>Coordinate statutory audits, internal audits, and liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with local tax law, customs and port authority requirements, VAT/duties, and international shipping tax conventions (e.g., tonnage tax where applicable).</li></ul>3. Treasury, Cash &amp; Working Capital Management<ul><li>Manage daily cash flow, banking relationships, letters of credit, and trade finance facilities used to fund bunkers, port disbursements, and vessel operating expenses.</li><li>Monitor and manage foreign-exchange exposure arising from freight billed in multiple currencies, bunker purchases, and charter-hire payments; recommend hedging strategies.</li><li>Oversee accounts receivable (freight billing and collections from shippers, charterers, and agents) and accounts payable (port disbursements, bunker suppliers, ship agents, P&amp;I clubs).</li><li>Manage loan covenants, vessel financing/mortgage facilities, and relationships with banks and financial institutions.</li></ul>4. Cost Control &amp; Voyage/Vessel Accounting<ul><li>Track and control voyage costs, including bunker fuel, port and canal dues, pilotage, towage, stevedoring, agency fees, and crewing costs.</li><li>Analyze fleet operating costs (OPEX) per vessel and per voyage; identify cost-saving opportunities across the fleet.</li><li>Monitor bunker fuel price trends and consumption to support procurement and hedging decisions.</li><li>Review and validate charter-party terms, laytime/demurrage calculations, and freight settlements for financial accuracy.</li></ul>5. Risk Management &amp; Insurance<ul><li>Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks including credit risk (charterer/shipper default), FX risk, fuel-price risk, and interest-rate risk.</li><li>Coordinate marine insurance, hull &amp; machinery, P&amp;I (Protection &amp; Indemnity) club cover, and cargo insurance renewals and claims from a financial standpoint.</li><li>Maintain internal controls and financial policies to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with anti-money-laundering, sanctions (OFAC/EU), and IMO/regulatory requirements.</li></ul>6. Leadership &amp; Stakeholder Management<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team; set performance objectives and oversee recruitment and training.</li><li>Act as a key financial advisor to the CFO, Managing Director, and department heads (Operations, Chartering, Commercial) on financial implications of business decisions.</li><li>Present financial performance, forecasts, and risk exposure to the board of directors, shareholders, and external stakeholders such as lenders, insurers, and classification societies.</li><li>Liaise with shipping agents, port authorities, charterers, freight forwarders, and regulatory bodies on financial and commercial matters.</li></ul>7. Systems &amp; Process Improvement<ul><li>Drive the implementation and optimization of financial and ERP/maritime accounting systems (e.g., voyage/vessel management and accounting software).</li><li>Continuously improve financial processes, reporting automation, and internal controls to increase efficiency and accuracy.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications &amp; Requirements</h2>Education<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (required).</li><li>Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Finance is an advantage.</li></ul>Professional Certification<ul><li>Professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or CFA (required or strongly preferred).</li><li>Familiarity with maritime-specific certifications or training (e.g., shipping finance, chartering, or maritime economics courses) is a plus.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in financial management, accounting, or controllership, including at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.</li><li>Prior experience within the shipping, maritime, logistics, freight forwarding, or port operations industry is strongly preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated experience with voyage accounting, charter-party financials, multi-currency consolidation, and trade finance instruments (LCs, bank guarantees).</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>In-depth knowledge of IFRS/GAAP, corporate tax, and treasury management principles.</li><li>Strong analytical and financial-modeling skills, including proficiency in Excel and financial/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or maritime accounting platforms such as Veson, DNV Navigator, or similar).</li><li>Solid understanding of shipping industry commercial terms: charter parties, Incoterms, bills of lading, laytime, demurrage/despatch, and bunker markets.</li><li>Strong leadership, team management, and cross-functional communication skills.</li><li>High attention to detail, integrity, and sound judgment in financial decision-making.</li><li>Excellent negotiation skills for banking, insurance, and supplier relationships.</li><li>Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages relevant to trade routes are an advantage.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and manage tight reporting deadlines in a fast-paced, 24/7 operational environment.</li></ul>

Financial Manager

K F Group

Kids First Group (KFG) is the leading group in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha for providing premium early years education and childcare. Founded in 2011, we have 36 nursery schools. We stand unique from other group nurseries, as each of our Kids First Group nurseries specializes in and is passionate about their own exclusive curriculum and pedagogical approach: spanning a choice from the Early Years Foundation Stage (British EYFS), Montessori Method, and Reggio Emilia Approach, to name a few.Kids First Group is currently seeking for an outstanding Admin Manager, to join our growing family for an immediate start.The Opportunity:We are looking to recruit experienced &amp; dynamic Admin Manager to join one of our nurseries located in Dubai.Roles and Responsibilities include:&middot; To support nursery function, including general administration duties as directed by the Nursery Manager.&middot; To provide admission information including relevant documents when requested by prospective parent, &amp; status of available places.&middot; Assist Nursery managers on arranging tours.&middot; To process applications and maintain waiting lists.&middot; Manage and being well versed in Handling Sales Force (adding new leads, updating current leads...)&middot; Updating nursery bubbles &amp; gate attendance sheets weekly&middot; Scan and fill excel forms for Cash Advance and reimbursements.&middot; Monthly maintenance quotations.&middot; Coordinating with Head office, such as HR team, Finance, marketing, and sales team on any support required.&middot; Keeping proper employee documentations and coordinating with the HR &amp; PRO for employee company documents.&middot; To provide outstanding administrative support for the Nursery, ensuring it operates efficiently and effectively.&middot; To act as an integral part of the Nursery team, to be a welcoming point of contact for parents and children both face to face and remotely.Qualification:&middot; Must have a University Degree, Preferably Bachelors in business administration.Experience:&middot; Must have at least 3 years relevant experience in a similar setting.&middot; Excellent communication skills.&middot; Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas both written and verbally.&middot; Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.&middot; Team Spirited &amp; make a positive contribution to children&rsquo;s learning and well-being within a happy and caring environment.What we offer:&middot; Excellent remuneration package.&middot; Annual Air-Ticket and paid vacations.&middot; Medical insurance for self as per company policy.&middot; Working within a team of highly driven and supportive colleagues.&middot; Training will be provided in line with KFG Requirements.&middot; A fantastic work environment with plenty of support, mentoring and direction.If you truly want to work in a great environment and have got all the above, we would like to hear from you! share your cv at careers@kidsfirstgroup.comWork Location: In person

Nursery Admin Manager

Ipsos

<div><div><div><div><div>BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT 
<div><ul><li>Supporting and assisting management in developing new client business development.
</li></ul><ul><li>Proactively supporting management in business development initiatives and trying to identify potential areas.
</li></ul><ul><li>Contributing and writing sections of new client proposals with senior supervision and approvals.
</li></ul><ul><li>Contributing to costing of proposals.
</li></ul>Managing smaller proposals (including design &amp; pricing of research, solutions) with senior supervision and approval. 
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<div><div>CLIENT RELATIONSHIP 
<div><ul><li>Contributing to the day-to-day client interaction throughout the specific project processes and support seniors on general client relationship and communication, supporting seniors on face-to-face client meetings.
</li></ul><ul><li>Supporting SREs and Account Managers in their efforts of developing existing client accounts further.
</li></ul><ul><li>Contributing and writing sections of existing client proposals with senior supervision and approvals.
</li></ul><ul><li>Contributing to costing of proposals.
</li></ul><ul><li>Managing smaller proposals (including design &amp; pricing of research, solutions) with senior supervision and approval.
</li></ul>Contributing to high quality project deliverables with supporting seniors in analysis/reports as per client objectives/requests. Providing accurate deliverables in line with senior expectations. 
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<div><div>PROJECT MANAGEMENT 
<div><ul><li>Taking overall responsibility for the successful management of research projects, ensuring projects are delivered; on-time; on- cost to the client&rsquo;s satisfaction.
</li></ul><ul><li>Contributing and doing project management, including, Clients: day-to-day interaction on project level with senior support and approval, Qre/DG/Obs. sheet: contributing to research materials with senior support and supervision, Operation (Fieldwork, Data Processing etc): direct day-to-day interaction on project level with internal stakeholders and Suppliers: direct day-to-day interaction with senior supervision on project level.
</li></ul><ul><li>Contributing to project administration, and partially responsible for certain elements including job book management and Direct cost.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ensuring consistent project quality standards according to the established processes and procedures (executing all the needed project briefings, monitoring fieldwork quality, review meetings, data review).
</li></ul><ul><li>Proactively supports senior team throughout the project, e.g.: raising issues in a timely manner and being solutions focused. 
</li></ul></div></div></div> 
<div><div>PEOPLE AND SELF MANAGEMENT 
<div><ul><li>Attending and participating in all knowledge sharing initiatives via: Intranet readings, Ipsos online trainings, Internal f2f trainings, Best practices or POV shared by senior
</li></ul></div>Management.
<div><ul><li>In line with the relevant business unit focus, a good understanding in at least one area of expertise (medium level) and continuous learning in at least two other areas.
</li></ul><ul><li>Proactively improving computer and soft skills.
</li></ul><ul><li>Proactively seeking out opportunities for own self-development, via informal and formal learning events (e.g.: establishing a mentor, reading materials on Intranet, attending training courses etc.
</li></ul><ul><li>Taking responsibility for their own on-the-job learning (e.g.: taking notes, asking questions from senior team members to clarify understanding etc.)
</li></ul><ul><li>Proactively seeking out opportunities for own self-development, via informal and formal learning events (e.g.: establishing a mentor, reading materials on Intranet, attending training courses etc.)
</li></ul><ul><li>Treating others with respect at all times.
</li></ul>Being a proactive and effective team member. 
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Senior Research Executive - CEX

NRTC Group Of Companies

About NRTC Group:&middot; Glorious legacy of over 50 years in the U.A.E&middot; Growth from humble beginnings to an industry pioneer&middot; Leading importer and exporter of fruits and vegetables.&middot; A dynamic group of 3000 associates and growing!!&middot; Modern storage facilities compliant with ISO standards.&middot; Fleet of 300+ vehicles.Job Role: Project ManagerLocation: Dubai, UAEReporting to: Head Of Supply ChainWe are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the activation, commissioning, and operational readiness of a cold store project in the UAE.Job PurposeThe Project Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end activation and go-live of the cold store facility, ensuring that the infrastructure, refrigeration systems, warehouse operations, technology, manpower, processes, compliance requirements, and supporting systems are fully ready for commercial operations.The role will coordinate closely with contractors, consultants, IT, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Food Safety, HR, Finance, and senior management to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and in line with operational and cold-chain requirements.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage the project from completion stage through commissioning and go-live.</li><li>Develop and monitor project timelines, milestones, budgets, risks, and critical dependencies.</li><li>Coordinate cold store, refrigeration, MEP, warehouse equipment, IT, ERP/WMS, and e-commerce system readiness.</li><li>Ensure efficient workflows for receiving, storage, picking, packing, staging, dispatch, and returns.</li><li>Manage contractors, consultants, suppliers, and service providers.</li><li>Conduct testing, UAT, trial runs, and operational simulations before launch.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UAE regulatory, food safety, hygiene, and cold-chain requirements.</li><li>Coordinate manpower planning, training, SOP development, and operational readiness.</li><li>Ensure all critical equipment, systems, permits, documentation, and approvals are completed before go-live.</li><li>Provide regular project progress reports and escalation of risks to senior management.</li></ul>Candidate Requirements<ul><li>Minimum 5 years of direct project management experience in cold storage, refrigerated warehouses, temperature-controlled logistics, or similar projects.</li><li>Proven experience managing a cold store project through commissioning, activation, and operational go-live.</li><li>Fruits &amp; vegetables, fresh produce, food trading, FMCG, or perishable-goods experience in the UAE is highly preferred.</li><li>Strong knowledge of refrigeration systems, cold rooms, warehouse operations, MEP coordination, and cold-chain requirements.</li><li>Experience with ERP, WMS, e-commerce fulfilment systems, and warehouse technology is preferred.</li><li>Strong experience in contractor, vendor, budget, timeline, and stakeholder management.</li><li>UAE/GCC project experience is preferred.</li></ul>Education &amp; Certification<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related discipline.</li><li>PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or equivalent recognized Project Management certification is mandatory.</li><li>Cold Chain, Supply Chain, HACCP, Lean Six Sigma, or Health &amp; Safety certification is an added advantage.</li></ul>Key SkillsProject Management | Cold Storage | Refrigeration | E-Commerce Fulfilment | Warehouse Operations | MEP Coordination | ERP/WMS | Budget Control | Vendor Management | Commissioning | Food Safety | Cold Chain | Operational ReadinessCandidates with proven experience in activating cold stores or fulfilment facilities for fruits, vegetables, fresh produce, or other perishable food businesses in the UAE will be given preference.What do we offer:&middot; Competitive salary.&middot; Medical Insurance.&middot; Opportunities for career growth.Note to Candidates:&middot; Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.&middot; Prefer candidates who can join immediately.Pay: AED14,000.00 - AED16,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Are you available to join immediately?</li><li>What is your expected salary in AED?</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Project management: 5 years (Preferred)</li><li>FMCG or ECommerce: 3 years (Preferred)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>UAE Driving License (Preferred)</li><li>Project Management Professional (PMP) (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Project Manager

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