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Al-Futtaim

<div><p><b>Job Requisition ID: </b>180008</p>
<p>Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A&rdquo;rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group&rsquo;s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.</p>
<p>By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.</p><p><br>
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Overview Of The Role:</b><br>
The Senior Data Scientist will lead the development of advanced machine learning models to optimize demand forecasting and pricing strategies, driving increased profitability and customer satisfaction. This role requires a high level of expertise in Generative AI, MLOps, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the seamless integration of data-driven solutions within the business. Success in this role is measured by the accuracy and robustness of predictive models, the optimization of pricing strategies, and the overall enhancement of customer analytics.</p><p><br>
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What You Will Do:</b></p>
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<li>Design, develop, and deploy demand forecasting models using traditional and machine learning techniques like ARIMA, XGBoost, and LSTM.</li>
<li>Leverage Generative AI (GenAI) to enhance demand forecasting accuracy by simulating future demand scenarios and improving model predictions.</li>
<li>Implement dynamic pricing models using advanced algorithms to optimize pricing strategies based on demand predictions, inventory levels, and competitor data.</li>
<li>Analyze customer behavior by applying clustering algorithms and predicting customer lifetime value (CLV) with machine learning models to drive personalized pricing strategies.</li>
<li>Monitor, evaluate, and fine-tune model performance using metrics such as MAE, RMSE, and Precision/Recall, continuously improving model accuracy and robustness.</li>
<li>Apply MLOps practices, including version control, model deployment pipelines, and automated testing, to ensure seamless integration, monitoring, and scaling of models across environments.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and sales, to ensure alignment between forecasting models and business objectives.</li>
<li>Deploy and scale forecasting and pricing models on Azure cloud platform, leveraging CI/CD pipelines and model monitoring tools for real-time performance tracking and proactive issue resolution.</li></ul><p><br>
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<b>Required Skills To Be Successful:</b></p>
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<li>Advanced machine learning model development and optimization skills.</li>
<li>Expertise in Generative AI techniques for demand forecasting.</li>
<li>Proficiency in MLOps practices and model deployment pipelines.</li>
<li>Strong communication and collaboration abilities with cross-functional teams.</li></ul><br>
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<b>What Qualifies You For The Role:</b></p>
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<li>Master's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.</li>
<li>10+ years of experience in data science, with at least 5+ years focused on demand forecasting, price optimization, and customer analytics.</li>
<li>Strong hands-on experience with ARIMA, XGBoost, LSTM, and OR models.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Python, SQL, Databricks, and cloud platforms (Azure, GCP).</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
We&rsquo;re here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish.</p><br>
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<p>Before you click &ldquo;apply&rdquo;: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate <b>why</b> this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.</p><br>
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<p>As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application.</p></div><p></p>

Senior Data Scientist

International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA)

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   Job Summary
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  ICBA is looking for a dynamic and results oriented Scientist &ndash; Integrated crop livestock systems , who will be a member of the Crop Diversification and Genetics (CDG) section and a team member of the Directorate of Program, leading integrated crop, forage, livestock and farming systems related research and development activities and projects across the directorate's two sections, CDG and Sustainable Natural Resources Management (SNRM).
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  His/her major role will be to attract research support through external funding by developing attractive project proposals and liaising with donors to secure potential financial support. The farming systems scientist will conduct applied research to select conventional and alternative food and feed crops adapted to environments with excessive salt, heat, and drought stress to support integrated crop -livestock production systems, feed systems and range land management, and will help external projects as required. The systems scientist will participate in developing technology packages, including the best crop &ndash; forage management systems and operations that optimize nutrient use in arid and arid-saline soils and saline water resources. The incumbent will lead ICBA at various forums as needed to represent the center at national and international levels.
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   Job Responsibilities
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   Strategic planning, designing and implementing advanced integrated crop -livestock, forage and range land farming systems strategies focused on optimizing crop, forage and livestock productivity in arid, saline, and stress-prone areas within the mandate of ICBA.
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   Identify funding opportunities and lead the preparation of projects and proposals for submission including preparing the technical and financial components as well as identifying and liaising with potential national, regional and international partners.
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   Leading systems research initiatives, conducting field and feed trials, and analyzing data to evaluate new food and fodder crop varieties and optimize crop- livestock interactions, and agronomic practices.
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   Lead research on fodder and rangeland crops in arid and saline environments to support the livestock feed systems, climate resilient livestock production.
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   Develop strategic partnerships with national, regional, and international organizations working on food, fodder and livestock systems
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   Utilizing precision agriculture technologies and statistical methods to analyze field data, interpret results, and provide actionable insights and reports to program leaders, the Chief Scientist, and the management.
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   Training, mentoring, and supporting junior field staff, students, and interns, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
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   Collaborating with cross-functional teams, farmers, and industry partners to translate research findings into practical applications and ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.
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   Interact and associate with other research programs for multidisciplinary research activities and participate as a team player in developing technical reports, extension materials, and publications in refereed journals.
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   Assess the productivity, profitability, sustainability and environmental impacts of integrated crop-livestock systems using appropriate biophysical and socioeconomic indicators.
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   Participate as needed and contribute to training programs, conferences, forums, media, ICBA publications and other appropriate fora as and when required to present ICBA innovations and increase its visibility.
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   Perform other tasks assigned by the supervisor and management as per the requirements.
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   Qualifications and Experience
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   Essential:
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   PhD in Agronomy, Agricultural Systems, Forage agronomy subject from a recognized University
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   At least 5 years of post-PhD international work experience in integrated crop-livestock systems, cropping and farming systems, or related research Proven publication record in refereed journals
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   Proven ability to initiate, conduct, and publish research and to obtain external grant funding
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   Team player to work in a multi-cultural environment
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   Fluency in written and spoken English, and well-developed presentation, negotiation and public speaking skills.
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   Experience in statistics and database management
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   Desirable:
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   Experience in crop, forage and farming systems modeling
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   Experience on fodder, rangeland cropping and livestock feed system in water scarce environments
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   Additional language skills like Arabic are highly desirable
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   Experience in resource mobilization, project management or development projects.
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   Experience working with national agricultural research systems or development agencies.
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Scientist – Integrated Crop and Livestock Systems

Ipsos

<div><div><div><div><div><p><b>BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT<br>
</b></p><p></p><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.<br>
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<p></p><div><div><p><b>CLIENT RELATIONSHIP<br>
</b></p><p></p><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.<br>
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<div><div><p><b>PROJECT MANAGEMENT<br>
</b></p><p></p><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><p>Proactively supports senior team throughout the project, e.g.: raising issues in a timely manner and being solutions focused.<br>
</p></li></ul></div></div></div><br>
<p></p><div><div><p><b>PEOPLE AND SELF MANAGEMENT<br>
</b></p><p></p><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><p>Management.
</p><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.<br>
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<p></p><div><div><p><b>FINANCE, P&amp;L AND ADMINISTRATIVE<br>
</b></p><p></p><div><ul><li>Contributing and supporting Head of the business unit in achieving financial targets of the department.
</li></ul><ul><li>Responsible on general administrative and HR compliance on personal level.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior Research Executive - CEX

Clear.

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   Associate Director - Talent Acquisition
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   Dubai
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   Highly Competitive package
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  Clear Engineering are working on behalf of a Data Centre Start-Up business who are looking to build out their Talent Acquisition function by adding a Senior/Talent Acquisition Manager to support with a major increase of projects across the world.
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  Fantastic opportunity for a Construction / Engineering / Real Estate recruiter in Dubai, engaging with key stakeholders setting Talent Acquisition strategy, hiring and leading teams and sourcing and managing Senior level candidates through the the recruitment process to ensure securing the best talent in the market.
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   Roles and Responsibilities
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   Play a key part in global talent acquisitions strategy
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   Engaging with Senior level candidates up to C-Suite, ensuring suitability for the business and managing them through the recruitment process.
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   Hire across multiple verticals within projects and construction
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   Negotiation of compensation and packages to attract top talent
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   Facilitate a positive candidate experience from offer acceptance through to integration into the organisation
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   Manage seamless onboarding processes to ensure candidates transition smoothly into their roles.
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   Key Requirements
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   5-10 years experience in Construction, Engineering or Real Estate recruitment
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   Experience managing and leading a team
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   Proven recruitment experience at a Senior level with strong understanding of your relevant market
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Associate Director of Talent Acquisition

Pizza Hut

<div><p><b>JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:</b></p><p>
At Pizza Hut, we're building the next chapter of one of the world's most recognized restaurant brands. As we continue to grow across the India, LA&amp;C, Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, and other international markets, we're investing in a world class Talent Acquisition function that attracts exceptional talent and helps shape the future of our business.</p><p>
We believe our people are our greatest competitive advantage. As a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, you will play a critical role in helping Pizza Hut build high performing teams by serving as a strategic advisor to business leaders across multiple global markets.</p><p>
This is more than a recruiting role. It is an opportunity to influence hiring strategy, elevate talent acquisition practices, and partner with senior leaders to build the capabilities needed to drive long term business success.</p><p><b>
RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><ul><li>
Partner with senior leaders and HR Business Partners to develop proactive recruiting strategies aligned with business priorities and workforce planning.</li><li>
Serve as a strategic talent advisor by providing market intelligence, competitive insights, organizational design perspectives, and hiring recommendations.</li><li>
Lead end to end recruitment across multiple functions including sourcing, interviewing, assessment, offer negotiation, and onboarding.</li><li>
Build strong, diverse talent pipelines through innovative sourcing strategies, networking, executive search techniques, and talent mapping.</li><li>
Drive an exceptional candidate experience that reflects the Pizza Hut employer brand throughout every stage of the hiring journey.</li><li>
Manage multiple complex searches simultaneously while maintaininga high level of quality, responsiveness, and stakeholder communication.</li><li>
Influence hiring decisions by leveraging data, market trends, and talent insights to support informed business decisions.</li><li>
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with regional leaders across multiple countries, balancing local market needs with global recruiting standards.</li><li>
Ensure recruiting processes are compliant, efficient, and consistently executed while maintaining exceptional data integrity within the Applicant Tracking System.</li><li>
Analyze recruiting metrics to identify opportunities, improve hiring outcomes, and provide regular business updates to leadership.</li><li>
Partner with external search firms, recruiting vendors, universities, and industry networks to strengthen talent pipelines when appropriate.</li><li>
Lead or contribute to Talent Acquisition initiatives including employer branding, process improvement, recruiting technology, interview capability, and talent attraction programs.</li><li>
Champion inclusive hiring practices and promote equitable recruiting processes across all markets.</li><li>
Mentor recruiters, coordinators, or project team members as the Talent Acquisition organization continues to expand.</li></ul><p><b>
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><ul><li>
8 or more years of progressive corporate recruiting experience supporting corporate, functional, or executive level hiring within a global organization.</li><li>
Experience recruiting across multiple international markets, preferably throughout the Middle East, Europe, Africa, or Asia Pacific.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders through a consultative and data driven approach.</li><li>
Strong expertise in sourcing passive talent using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, talent mapping, networking, and direct market engagement.</li><li>
Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships across multiple countries, cultures, and time zones.</li><li>
Proven ability to manage high priority searches while balancing competing business demands in a fast paced environment.</li><li>
Strong business acumen with the ability to align recruiting strategies to organizational goals and future workforce needs.</li><li>
Excellent project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>
Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems such as Oracle Recruiting, ADP Recruiting, Greenhouse, Workday Recruiting, SuccessFactors, or similar platforms.</li><li>
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret recruiting metrics and translate data into actionable business recommendations.</li><li>
Outstanding communication, relationship building, influencing, and presentation skills.</li><li>
Bachelor's degree preferred.</li></ul></div>

Senior Talent Acquisition Partner - Dubai

Marcura

<div><p><b>The Opportunity</b></p><p>
This is a senior people-partnering role &mdash; an evolution of the traditional HR business partner model, built around how Marcura creates value for its customers. You will act as a true strategic partner to a business domain, spending the majority of your time embedded in that area while also driving group-wide talent initiatives.</p><p>
The role sits at the intersection of business strategy and people capability. You will carry the judgement and relationship work that connects People Operations and the Capability Innovation Centres of Excellence (CoEs) to deliver Marcura's Talent Strategy.</p><p></p><p><b>
What You'll Do</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Domain Partnering</b></p><ul><li>Partner with domain leadership on capability, workforce and organisation needs &mdash; approximately 70% functional capability work, 30% embedded group talent initiatives.</li><li>Own the people agenda for your domain: create and deliver a People framework and strategy tailored to it, and drive the culture, engagement and improvement initiatives that lift capability and performance.</li><li>Connect the domain people plan to the group workforce model and value-creation plan.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Skills, Talent &amp; Careers</b></p><ul><li>Engage with the Skills &amp; Capability Lead to define and land the Skills Taxonomy for the group and your partnered domain.</li><li>Identify skills gaps and execute talent development programmes that close them.</li><li>Elevate talent and performance management with the Skills &amp; Capability Lead, and run the Talent Management cycle &mdash; including high-potential identification and succession planning.</li><li>Design and execute career frameworks: levels, progression routes and development paths.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Organisation Design &amp; Change</b></p><ul><li>Run organisation design and capability build in the domain, and act on org-health signals to lead change.</li><li>Support and challenge organisation-design decisions, bringing alternatives and organisational context.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Cross-function Collaboration</b></p><ul><li>Lead the design and delivery of people initiatives in step with the CoEs, People Operations and the Talent Data / Insights team.</li><li>Partner with Talent Acquisition on headcount planning and essential-role identification.</li><li>Collaborate with the Reward team on pay, benefits and incentive structures.</li><li>Advance Marcura's Employee Value Proposition.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Advisory &amp; Compliance</b></p><ul><li>Coach and advise senior leaders on people matters in support of the domain's goals.</li><li>Ensure ongoing legal compliance and resolve complex employee issues.</li></ul><b><br>
Requirements</b><p><b><br>
Experience - Essential</b></p><ul><li>10+ years of HRBP / senior people-partnering experience in Tech, Product or FinTech sectors.</li><li>Proven track record in organisation design and capability build.</li><li>Exposure to, or direct experience partnering with, Sales, Product or Operations functions.</li><li>Experience operating in a multi-country or matrixed environment.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><i><br>
Desired</i></b></p><ul><li>Experience in a PE-backed or transformation setting.</li><li>Background in the maritime technology sector (nice to have).</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Education</b></p><ul><li>University degree in HR, business or a related field.</li><li>CIPD Level 7 or equivalent (desired).</li><li>MBA, OD or change certification (advantageous).</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Key Capabilities</b></p><ul><li>Strategic thinking &mdash; ability to develop and execute people and capability strategies aligned to business objectives; anticipate future needs, spot risks and shape the response.</li><li>Stakeholder management &amp; influence &mdash; builds strong relationships with senior leaders and managers; influences to drive change and achieve goals.</li><li>Talent management &mdash; deep command of the talent lifecycle: recruiting, development, succession and performance; judgement to identify high-potential talent and build career paths.</li><li>Organisation design &amp; change &mdash; leads organisation design and change, including restructuring and cultural change; anticipates impact and minimises disruption.</li><li>Programme &amp; project management &mdash; runs complex, competing initiatives to deadline; an understanding of Agile is an advantage.</li><li>Collaboration &mdash; a strong team player who works across departments and functions to reach shared goals.</li><li>Data-driven &mdash; analyses data and uses insight to inform decision-making.</li><li>Results orientation &amp; drive &mdash; sets and achieves specific goals, adapts to changing conditions, and brings fresh thinking and positive energy to the role.</li></ul><p></p><b><br>
Benefits</b><br>
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<b>Competitive Salary and Bonus</b>: We reward your expertise and contributions.</li><li>
<b>Inclusive Onboarding Experience</b>: Our onboarding program is designed to set you up for success right from day one.</li><li>
<b>Marcura Wellness Zone</b>: We value your work-life balance and well-being.</li><li>
<b>Global Opportunities</b>: Be part of an ambitious, expanding company with a local touch.</li><li>
<b>Diverse, Supportive Work Culture</b>: We&rsquo;re committed to inclusion, diversity, and a sense of belonging for all team members.</li></ul></div>

Senior People Capability Partner

The Emirates Group

<div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Purpose
</b></h5><div>At Emirates Group, we connect the world through our global hub in Dubai, ensuring our customers always &lsquo;Fly Better.&rsquo; As one of the most recognised and admired brands globally, we're driven by innovation and excellence. Join us as <b>Manager Finance - Master Data Management </b>within our Group Financial Governance team and play a key role in driving financial strategy and decision-making for a global business. Experience a fast-paced, multicultural environment where your financial expertise will be central to shaping the future of aviation while making a meaningful impact on a global stage.
</div><div>The successful candidate will lead the Master Data Management (MDM) function as a Centre of Excellence, setting strategic and tactical direction for data governance, service delivery, process optimisation and transformation across the Emirates Group. They will establish and embed global standards, governance frameworks and control mechanisms to ensure data quality, integrity, compliance and security across multiple finance systems and master data domains.<br>
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<div>The role will act as the Group authority for finance master data governance, ensuring robust controls, approval frameworks, stewardship practices and compliance requirements are consistently applied. The successful candidate will oversee master data operations, drive continuous improvement and automation initiatives, and ensure delivery against agreed service levels, governance standards and regulatory obligations.<br>
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<div>The role will also lead master data readiness for major transformation programmes, including ERP implementations, data migrations and operating model changes, ensuring clean, controlled and future-ready data. Acting as the primary subject matter expert and final point of escalation for complex master data issues, the successful candidate will provide strategic guidance on governance matters, resolve cross-functional conflicts and foster a culture of accountability, compliance and operational excellence.
</div><p><b>In this role, you will:
</b></p><ul><li>Implement the Master Data Management strategy, translating vision into measurable initiatives across processes, systems and governance frameworks. Drive collaboration with senior stakeholders to position MDM as a Centre of Excellence and enabler of digital transformation, ERP readiness, operational efficiency, compliance and business growth. Maintain the MDM operating model, governance framework and roadmap aligned to business, finance and technology strategies.
</li><li>Establish and oversee standardised onboarding, maintenance and governance processes for finance master data, ensuring accuracy, quality and compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Define ownership, stewardship and governance standards across master data domains and systems, ensuring consistent application of controls and accountability throughout the data lifecycle. Ensure service delivery meets agreed SLAs, quality standards and business expectations.
</li><li>Establish and maintain governance frameworks covering the creation, amendment, approval, monitoring and retirement of master data across all domains and systems. Define and enforce segregation of duties, approval authorities and validation controls to safeguard data integrity. Lead governance reviews, monitor control effectiveness and drive accountability through reporting and oversight. Act as custodian of MDM policies, standards and procedures, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and best practice.
</li><li>Design and maintain internal controls governing master data creation, maintenance, approval, access and usage to safeguard organisational assets, financial information and regulatory compliance. Lead Internal Audit, External Audit and compliance reviews, ensuring timely remediation and sustainable closure of findings. Maintain SOPs aligned to governance requirements, best practice and evolving regulations.
</li><li>Drive automation and technology-enabled solutions to optimise master data processes through self-service capabilities, workflow automation and standardised platforms. Continuously simplify, standardise and re-engineer processes to improve efficiency, strengthen controls and enhance stakeholder experience. Promote the adoption of digital solutions, analytics and emerging technologies to improve productivity, governance and service performance.
</li><li>Lead master data readiness for ERP implementations, system migrations and transformation programmes, including data cleansing, enrichment, standardisation, validation, migration and cutover activities. Partner with Finance, Technology and business stakeholders to define future-state data structures, governance frameworks and operating models. Ensure governance, control and compliance requirements are embedded throughout all transformation activities and support post-implementation governance and data quality monitoring.
<div>Lead enterprise-wide adoption of master data governance changes through effective communication, training and stakeholder engagement.
</div></li><li><div>Act as the senior escalation point for complex master data issues, balancing business needs with governance requirements. Build strong partnerships across Finance, Procurement, Commercial, Treasury, Technology and HR, and act as the final authority for interpreting master data policies, standards and controls.
</div></li><li><div>Act as the organisation's authority on regulatory and governance requirements impacting master data. Provide strategic guidance to strengthen controls, modernise processes, embed best practices and ensure ongoing compliance. Serve as the recognised subject matter expert for finance master data governance across the Emirates Group.
</div></li><li><div>Lead and develop a high-performing Centre of Excellence team through coaching, performance management and capability development. Ensure delivery against agreed SLAs, KPIs and quality standards while fostering a culture of accountability, compliance and continuous improvement. Drive workforce planning, succession planning, talent development and resource optimisation to support future growth and transformation objectives.
</div></li></ul><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualification
</b></h5><p><b>In order to be considered for this role, you must meet the following requirements:
</b></p><ul><li>Hold 10+ years of experience in Finance Management, Master Data Management, Governance / Compliance / Audit, Shared Services or Business Transformation.
</li>Hold a BSc/MSc Degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Data Management, Internal Audit or a related field.<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><br>
<p><b>You'll have an edge if you have:
</b></p><ul><li>A professional certification in data management, finance, governance or project management (e.g. CDMP, CPA, ACCA, CIMA, PMP, Lean Six Sigma) is highly desirable.
</li><li>Experience in a managerial role within a large multinational organisation.
</li><li>Strong expertise in finance operations, governance, internal controls and master data management.
</li><li>Proven experience across chart of accounts design and governance, supplier and customer master data, financial master structures, intercompany and consolidation frameworks, and end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C) and Record-to-Report (R2R) processes.
</li><li>Demonstrated success leading master data functions, Centres of Excellence, Shared Service operations or governance teams within complex multinational environments.
</li><li>Demonstrated success in leading transformation initiatives, standardising processes with strong controls, implementing automation and driving adoption of advanced technologies and best practices across diverse business units.
</li><li>Proven experience supporting ERP implementations, data migration programmes, operating model transformations and post-implementation governance.
</li><li>Experience managing service delivery against SLAs, KPIs and quality standards.
</li><li>Significant experience designing and operating governance, risk and control frameworks within finance, shared services or master data environments.
</li><li>Proven experience supporting Internal Audit, External Audit, compliance reviews and regulatory examinations.
</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and drive organisational change.
</li></ul><p>At Emirates Group, we&rsquo;re committed to providing our employees with opportunities to grow and develop in their careers. So if you&rsquo;re looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply today and join our team!
</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Salary &amp; benefits
</b></h5><p>Join us in a management role and enjoy an attractive tax‑free salary, generous travel benefits, excellent leave and healthcare, transport benefits, life insurance and more. Discover what it&rsquo;s like to live and work in our fast‑paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website: www.emirates.com/careers.</p></div>

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