Business Operations Associate – Consultant – Oman
service line
Advisor
industry sector
Not applicable
Specialization
Consultant – Other
management level
assistant
Job description and summary
The position within Operations will provide the opportunity to operationally support our engagement teams and clients by providing advice on accounting, financial reporting and strategic business issues. Upon joining, you will help ensure a complete and appropriate exchange of information between our consultants and thus with engagement teams and clients, provide expert advice on a variety of specific topics, support engagement teams in solving complex problems, and support clients and their clients. Affiliates in assessing the potential impact of accounting and reporting on standard setting initiatives. You will develop strong relationships with our engagement teams and enhance our ability to meet the greater expectations of investors with the challenges of an increasingly complex business environment.
As part of our team, you will assist engagement teams in the areas of resource management, learning and development, human capital, reporting, technology, innovation, quality and compliance.
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Under the supervision of the Compliance Manager, you will manage your caseload to ensure engagement teams remain compliant with internal and external regulations when dealing with clients.
you will:
Carry out pre-engagement and post-participation compliance tasks associated with the customer and the project on board
Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines to ensure that client and engagement have cleared the necessary risk assessment and obtain files and reports on time to demonstrate regulatory compliance.
Analyze all compliance procedures and monitor all risks to share and opportunities, assess potential flaws and assist in their resolution.
Maintain and document all required records across the engagement lifecycle and assist central review, research and question staff as necessary.
Effective and professional communication, both verbally and in writing, with a range of key stakeholders across the company
Facilitate annual compliance reviews in collaboration with the central review team and engagement leaders
Report mostly to the Compliance Manager and Research Leader and Question who will provide guidance regarding compliance with relevant area policies and procedures
The whole driving
Actively share knowledge within the own team and across BUs, and promote best practices regarding the company’s business systems and processes. Provide training, direction and support to other team members as needed.
global acumen
Work closely with teams across the business to ensure best practices.
business intelligence
Provide direct service to BU, in particular regarding compliance with internal and external compliance functions and reporting any exceptions as necessary
relations
Work closely with colleagues and team members at all levels, sharing knowledge and providing support when needed.
Basic Skills and Attributes
Has the ability to perform the role effectively
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in addition to basic presentation skills
Affinity for working with quantitative data, good analytics
– Ability to work in a fast-paced and unstructured environment. Must be able to multitask and prioritize effectively and continuously
Service-oriented attitude, proactive thinker, network seeker, information seeker, team player
– Excellent time management, communication and organization skills
Extensive knowledge of related computer software such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Willingness and interest to frequently interact and communicate with partners, managers, and the team
Ability to interact efficiently with senior members of the company across multiple time zones
Desirable skills/experience
One to two years experience
A background in risk/compliance areas is preferred
– Consulting experience preferred
Understand the company’s marketing, business development and company service offerings
travel requirements
up to 60%
Available to sponsor a work visa?
Yes
Government permit required?
number
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