Banking AVP - -Dubai
Dubai -Full-time, PermanentJob Title: Associate – FIG – Investment Banking Location: AE-Gate Village Building 4 Level 4 Barclays is one of the only international investment banks that has a dedicated on-the-ground team to Financial Institution clients across the Middle East, Africa and Turkey The team is multidisciplinary with extensive M&A expertise having executed a variety of complex transactions across the different FIG verticals including banking, asset management, FinTech, insurance, etc. The FIG team has also successfully executed transactions across the spectrum of investment banking services: merger, buyside, sell side, IPO, rights issue, private placements, convertible securities and DCM (from bonds to loans) As a recognition of its strong FIG expertise and track record in the region, Barclays won the Middle East FIG Financial Advisor of the year (Mergermarket, 2019) for its advisory role in the first three-way merger in the region (ADCB-UNB-Al Hilal) What will you be doing? You will be contributing into building Barclays’ FIG franchise in Middle East, Turkey and Africa.You will be leveraging past investment banking or related experience to enhance M&A execution and capital raising capabilities.You will be building pitchbooks and client decks - Developing detailed industry materials for FIG-specific transactions.You will be support the due diligence process in the context of live transactions.You will be managing and mentoring analysts by providing detailed guidance and feedback, managing information flow, and providing exposure to analyst, as appropriate.You will be maintaining client relationships during the deal execution period and build industry and product-specific expertise. What we’re looking for: Prior FIG expertise with strong execution track record preferred. Skills that will help you in the role: Arabic and French speaking candidates a plus. Where will you be working? AE-Gate Village Building 4 Level 4, is a short walk from the Emirates Towers train station and is nestled amongst cultured and refined shops and restaurants. Interested and want to know more about Barclays? Visit home.barclays/who-we-are/ for more details. Our Values Everything we do is shaped by the five values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. Our values inform the foundations of our relationships with customers and clients, but they also shape how we measure and reward the performance of our colleagues. Simply put, success is not just about what you achieve, but about how you achieve it. Our Diversity We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our vision and goals. Our Benefits Our customers are unique. The same goes for our colleagues. That's why at Barclays we offer a range of benefits, allowing every colleague to choose the best options for their personal circumstances. These include a competitive salary and pension, health care and all the tools, technology and support to help you become the very best you can be. We are proud of our dynamic working options for colleagues. If you have a need for flexibility then please discuss this with us.
Wealth Manager - GROWMORE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT L.L.C-Dubai
Dubai -Purpose: Providing technique and plans to individuals / HNI clients with financial services with a view to protect and transfer their wealth by investments and attain all the possible goals in a systematic manner Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities: Responsible for prospecting, managing and developing a portfolio of high net worth individuals/institutional clients Manage client portfolios, keeping client plans up-to-date. Enhance and expand the firms’ relationships with existing and new clients. Contact clients periodically to determine any changes in their financial status. Cross sell and upsell client portfolio. Prepare or interpret for clients, information such as investment performance reports, financial document summaries, or income projections. Guide clients in the gathering of information, such as bank account records, income tax returns, life and disability insurance records, pension plans, or wills Identify and segment the target market for potential new business opportunities. Perform various analysis (education funding, stock options, insurance needs, etc.) and communicate recommendations Help develop tools and templates to assist with the efficient delivery of our service offering Ensure Quality and consistent service delivery at all touch points for all clients Perform other duties assigned by the department head. Ensure that standards of quality and quantity of work are met, support the effective and efficient functioning of the company, and support the achievement of company strategic goals and objectives
Information Security Specialist - Clyde & Co-Dubai
Dubai -Role Description – Information Security Specialist Department: Information Technology Location : Dubai - The role The mission of the firm's Information Security and Risk team is to establish a risk-managed environment that enables to firm to adequately and reasonably protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information used by the business and on behalf of clients. This role is within the Global Information, Risk & Controls team, reporting to the Information Security & Risk Manager based in our Kansas office in the US. The purpose of this role is to develop actionable information security and risk policies, standards, plans, guidelines, controls, and frameworks to ensure enterprise information technology people, processes and technology architectures are consistent, usable, and risk-managed, adding value to the business consistent with assigned information security scope and risk appetite. This role also actively engages in information/data protection and risk mitigation activities, in coordination with other teams, where information security expertise is required. Key responsibilities Provide architecture, technical design and advice to internal teams on how to securely develop and build applications and supporting systems in both cloud and on-premises network ecosystems; Drive the strategy, standards, and architecture for all aspects of the SDLC including application, mobile, web service, DevOps, cloud, and CI/CD pipeline efforts; Collaborate with development and application teams to perform code reviews utilizing various code review methodologies, secure coding practices and applicable frameworks; Manage day-to-day application vulnerability remediation support activities; Participate in incident response, threat assessment and confidential internal investigation activities; Develop and improve processes & procedures for application security during development lifecycle and maintain standards documentation as required; Collaborate with the larger Information Security and Risk Management teams to document identified issues and risks, and develop appropriate remediation plans. Candidate profile The ideal candidate will: have a relevant education (Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology etc.) to at least diploma level, degree desirable; have 6+ years' application development experience along with a background in Security Engineering, Security Architecture, Incidence Response or Information Risk Management; have working knowledge of application assessment, application security vulnerabilities, code review methodologies, and secure coding practices; have understanding of OWASP security concepts and common application security risks, such as XSS, XSRF, SQL Injection, etc.; have experience in SDLC methodologies, common industry practices, supporting technologies/processes; have a strong knowledge of one or more scripting languages such as Python, Powershell etc.; Be able work autonomously and as part of a global team; have excellent communication skills, verbal and written (must be fluent in English); and gave excellent attention to detail, time management and organisational skills. Clyde & Co overview Clyde & Co is a leading, sector-focused global law firm with 440 partners, 1800 lawyers, 2500 legal professionals, and 4000 staff in over 50 offices and associated offices worldwide. The firm specialises in the sectors that move, build and power our connected world and the insurance that underpins it, namely: transport, infrastructure, energy, trade & commodities and insurance. With a strong focus on developed and emerging markets, the firm has achieved compound average annual revenue growth of 15% over the last ten years, making it one of the fastest growing law firms in the world with ambitious plans for further growth. Clyde & Co in the Middle East Since opening our first office in Dubai - in 1989, Clyde & Co has today the largest presence and is one of the most experienced international law firms in the Middle East with over 50 partners and 400 staff, operating in Abu Dhabi and Dubai - in the UAE, Doha in Qatar, Muscat* in Oman and Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. We have accumulated nearly 30 years of deep market knowledge and experience in the sectors in which our clients operate, providing a full-service commercial offering with local specialists in commercial, corporate, dispute resolution, employment, intellectual property, international arbitration, finance & banking, insurance, projects & construction, real estate, regulatory & investigations, and technology. International and domestic clients engage us across the full spectrum of their corporate and commercial needs, including company structuring and governance, policy setting and licensing arrangements, employment and Emiratisation issues, funding, procurement, intellectual property (IP), technology and general commercial contracts. Working with industry leaders in the region endorses our reputation for providing expert practical guidance on how to get things done in what can be a challenging market to navigate. Associated office Our values Timeline A global outlook We mirror our clients' operations and are early We celebrate 30 years in the Middle East 2019 movers into key hubs for international commerce. A comprehensive practice Our capability now covers every facet of the insurance We open an Associated office in 2017 Muscat, Oman. and international trade markets. A commitment to clients We use our knowledge and Dusseldorf and Miami offices opens. The Miami office experience to steer clients opening marks 10 years in the 2016 through the diverse US for Clyde & Co. commercial challenges they face. A distinct approach Simpson & Marwick merge with We couple deep experience 2015 Clyde & Co. with an open, dynamic environment capable of quickly evolving. Clyde & Co take 18 'Law firm of F acts & figures the Year' awards across Asia and MENA regions. South Africa 2014 offices launch. 440 Partners Clyde & Co opens in Spain, 1,800 Lawyers Beijing and announces joint Law 2013 venture with Singapore law firm 2,500 Clasis LLC. Legal professionals 4,000 Total staff Clyde & Co opens in Australia with offices in Sydney and Perth. 2012 50+ Offices worldwide Awards 2007 Doha office opens. Law Firm of the Year 2019 MEED Awards Transatlantic law firm of the year Clyde & Co opened office in 2017 1989 Dubai -, United Arab Emirates. Transatlantic Legal Awards Law Firm of the Year 2016 The Lawyer Clyde & Co's first overseas 1981 office was opened in Hong Management Partner of Kong. the Year Legal Business Insurance Firm of the Year Clyde & Co was founded by Legal 500 1933 Richard Arthur Clyde in 1933. Litigation Team of the Year 2015