Wednesday 19 December 2012

Head of Dept Capital Market Jobs at Commercial Bank of Dubai



Job Title: Head of Dept Capital Market
Business Unit: Head Office
Branches: Corporate Banking - Head Office Dubai
Function: Corporate Banking
Emirate/Area: Dubai
Contract Type: Permanent

JOB PURPOSE:

Role will involve Debt Capital Market responsibilities including Origination, Execution (documentation, distribution) of Syndications, Private placement Bonds.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1 Responsible to develop & execute a strategic plan for Debt Capital Market business which will include originating, structuring, advising, offering and executing all debt capital products i.e. structured products, bonds, acquisition and leverage finance and syndications.



2 Build market intelligence and capitalize on the business opportunities



3 Develop with credit; bank’s underwriting criteria and policies for DCM products.



4 Act as financial advisors to clients seeking large scale debt financing and assist clients to raise debt financing from debt capital and loan markets through issuance of private/ public debt securities and syndicated bank debt.



5 Work closely with RM teams (as a core CST member); actively participate in the account planning process to sell DCM products to all identified client relationships.



6 Assume primary responsibility of the senior trans actor for Debt Capital Market transactions.



7 Ensures compliance with legal covenants and disclosure requirements related to all DCM transactions. Also will be responsible to strictly comply with AML and other regulatory requirements.



8 Establish effective networking (information Channels) with government and semi government organizations in order to capitalize on potential business opportunities. Continuously enhance the departments reporting capability to give an accurate picture of both internal and external environment.



9 Ensure compliance with the audit requirements, internal and external reporting obligations etc in line with the policy guidelines, to ensure high standards of uniformity and consistency across the Bank.



10 Provide assistance to, train & develop reporting staff to build their capabilities to carry out their work effectively. Address all employee work and personnel related issues to motivate top performance and enhance growth opportunities.


JOB REQUIREMENTS:

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Economics or Finance or Business Management
EXPERIENCE:

15 years of experience in Corporate banking with 6-8 years of exposure to DCM preferably at a senior level ( e.g. heading the unit )
Proven track record on Origination & Structuring skills
Credit skills
Ability to provide quality IM / Prospectus
Distribution capabilities and established network of contacts

Documentation skills especially LMA standard docs. Also a thorough understanding in syndication and DCM transaction related docs is a prerequisite.
SKILLS:

Good command of English. Arabic language will be an added advantage.
Planning and organizing skills
Report writing skills
Communications skills
Negotiation skills



Deadline: 2nd Jan 2013

How to Apply:

http://careers.cbd.ae/cbd/VacancyDetail.aspx?VacancyID=51959&PageId=9027

Senior Sanction Analyst Jobs at Commercial Bank of Dubai



Job Title: Sr. Sanction Analyst - Anti Money Laundering
Business Unit: Systems & Operations
Branches: Head Office
Function: Compliance & Anti Money Laundering
Emirate/Area: Dubai
Contract Type: Permanent

General Information:

Responsible for Compliance & AML monitoring and sanctions screening for all EMEA booked business across the TFC and Bank businesses.
To review, investigate and disposition alerts generated by AML monitoring systems based on AML knowledge, judgment and appropriate research; fully documenting evidence and conclusions.

Main Responsibilities:

Work Management

Supervise the sanctions and the Embargoes daily operations.
Review, investigate and analyze local and international sanctions lists of obligations.
Supervise the operations of the sanctions team, in order to make sure all blacklisted persons or entities are supervised through Electronic systems’ real time and day to day.
Understand AML typologies and therefore unusual activity to ensure appropriate levels of escalation.
Approve instructions made by Sanctions Analyst to Trade Finance and wire transfer operational areas when giving advice on sanctions or prohibitions notices to a product.
Enforce regulatory notices pertain to freezing/unfreezing of assets, monitoring and recording actions taken as per the instructions of the Head of AML and compliance.
Promote the awareness of Sanctions practices.
Ensure that Bank standards are being met; policies are being complied, providing the relevant information to support the Department Head and that they are in order to better protect Bank’s reputation.
Take active interest to build skills and develop competencies for self to hold higher responsibilities. Keep oneself update with the Bank’s operation procedures.

Job Context:

The bank is undergoing a process of dynamic change in order to maintain its position as one of the strongest banks in the highly competitive UAE banking sector.
To meet the demands of this change process the Bank has recently set up the AML & Compliance Department with a view to keeping update with AML activities and also to manage compliance to Central Bank’s rules.

Qualification & Experience:

Minimum 4 years of Bachelor Degree.
Diploma or Certificates in Anti-Money Laundering.
Minimum 4 - 5 years of related experience with exposure to banking work especially in Trade Finance or Wire transfers.
Good understanding of banking concepts and procedures.

Skills & Competencies:

Good command of English and Arabic language (spoken & written).
Ability to effectively analyze data from multiple sources in multiple formats.
Attention to details.
Ability to understand and analyze SWIFT messages carefully.
Communicating effectively.
Taking Initiatives.
Concern for order and attention to details.
Analytical thinking and problem solving.
Ability to work under stress and after office hours.



Deadline: 7th Jan 2013

How to Apply:

http://careers.cbd.ae/cbd/VacancyDetail.aspx?VacancyID=52883&PageId=9027

Jobs at at American University in Dubai



Job Title: Accounting Manager

The department of Finance at the American University in Dubai invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Accounting Manager to start immediately. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

The prime responsibility of the Accounting Manager is the overall financial bookkeeping of AUD:

Principle Responsibilities:

Manage the accounts payable function
Review all purchase requisitions to ensure that AUD’s purchasing policies and procedures are respected
Prepare vendor checks for the signature of the President and Vice President
Reconcile vendor statements on a monthly basis
Control and reconcile the petty cash fund
Record all of AUD’s financial transactions on Great Plains Dynamics Software
Analyze and prepare students refunds
Reconcile monthly bank statements on the 2nd business day of the month
Maintain and control the Fixed Assets Register
Assume miscellaneous projects as assigned

Competencies and Skills Utilized:

Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to communicate effectively and to the point

Essential Qualifications:

Accounting degree from an accredited Western institution
Accounting experience
Computer skills
Organizational skills
Detail oriented
Analytical skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Experience of working in a truly multi-cultural setting and adaptability and resourcefulness are definite advantages.

Applications will be accepted and evaluated until this position is filled.
Candidates must send an up-to-date CV, as well as the names and addresses of two referees to the attention of:

Ms. Angele El Khoury
Director of Human Resources
The American University in Dubai
P. O. Box 28282, Dubai, UAE.
Email: recruitment@aud.edu

Admissions Coordinator Jobs at American University in Dubai




Job Title: Admissions Coordinator

The Office of Admissions at the American University in Dubai would like to invite qualified applicants to apply for the position of Admissions Coordinator.

The position objective is responsible for achievement of enrollment objectives.

Principle Responsibilities:

Daily student interviews/appointments
Follow-up on student enquiry’s, by email, telephone, fax, mail
Providing continuous improvement of the admissions process
Overseeing and interpretation of entrance exam results
Overseeing and facilitating the admissions process for each applicant
Remaining current with trends in technology, including client server based computing
Involve other counselors as necessary in the admissions process
Support and implement corporate initiatives and maintain standards
Professionally sell strong students and “screen-out” weak applicants per AUD standards
Representation of AUD at various speaking/networking events
Updating the website information as requested by Department.
Arranging and setting up Accuplacer exams & Paper Based TOEFL as requested by Department.
Responsible for the Q-matic system as requested by Department
Visa Process as requested by Department
Evaluation of courses for transfer students
Some traveling for recruitment may be required

Competencies and Skills Utilized:

Comprehensive understanding of all AUD programs
Excellent presentation skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of the educational environment and how training and education is related to the job market
Sound experience and understanding of sales practices and marketing/promotional tools and techniques
Strong personal skills as a user of technology
Effective time management skills
Accountability for bottom-line impact

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree
Customer focused, goal oriented action
Consultative approach with excellent listening skills
Team player
Strong professional references

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous sales/recruitment experience of an educational or IT environment
Master’s degree

Applications will be accepted and evaluated until this position is filled.
To apply, please submit a CV, a cover letter outlining your experience as it pertains to the position, and the contact information of three professional references to:

Ms. Angele El Khoury
Director of Human Resources
The American University in Dubai
P. O. Box 28282, Dubai, UAE.
Email: recruitment@aud.edu

Deadline: 6th Jan 2013

Administrative Assistant Jobs at American University in Dubai

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

The American University in Dubai invites qualified applicants for the position of Administrative Assistant for the Mohamed Bin Rashid School of Communication.

Principle responsibilities:

General secretarial duties
Assist with planning and arrangements for conferences, seminars and other similar events hosted by the departmental use
Provide support for faculty members
Maintain the meeting schedules of Academic Council and the other committees to which faculty may belong
Take minutes at department meetings
Proctoring entrance examinations
Data entry
Other related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and preferably in Arabic
Office administration experience
Ability to work under pressure
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize and deal with several issues simultaneously
Computer proficiency
Experience academically and/or professionally in Communication and Information Studies

Applications will be accepted and evaluated until this position is filled.
To apply, please submit a CV, a cover letter outlining your experience as it pertains to the position, and the contact information of three professional references to:

Ms. Angele El Khoury
Director of Human Resources
The American University in Dubai
P. O. Box 28282, Dubai, UAE.
Email: recruitment@aud.edu

Deadline: 6th Jan 2013