Graduate Trainee – Finance - Emirati Talent

Job Description

Location: Dubai – United Arab Emirates

About the Company:

Seddiqi Holding intersects the best of both worlds: corporate entity and family business; attracting a workforce and talent that share the same values, passion, and enthusiasm as the late founder.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a highly motivated Graduate Trainee to join Finance. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate exceptional leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You will be given the opportunity to work on a range of projects and develop your skills in your chosen business unit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participates in the implementation and execution of department directives, tasks, initiatives and programs (such as, team building, internal staff meetings, trainings, etc.).
• Suggest and recommend new initiatives, ideas, and actions to the management that enhance and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.
• Develop a deep understanding of company processes, services, and products.
• Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a consistent, accurate and timely manner.
• Build up an understanding of the full breadth of the function and the organization, by taking on new tasks assigned and engaging with other departments/ team members.
• Entering data and maintaining databases (as required), organize electronic folders and documents by collaborating with all departments to ensure timely communication and consolidation of data and requirements.
• Collect, analyze and interpret a wide variety of data to support team members in the development of business reports and presentations.
• Analyzing existing systems, policies and processes and offering new ideas for improvement.
• Working on projects assigned and presenting project findings to team members and/or senior leaders.
• Participate in team meetings, providing insights and feedback on project performance.
• Support the team with creation of weekly and monthly reports, as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Commerce or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic, and able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Outstanding time management skills, able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to think critically and innovatively to develop new solutions to problems.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products.

What we can provide you:

Practical Experience:

• You will gain practical experience in a professional setting within one of the most respected family businesses in the UAE. We will provide you with the opportunity to apply your theoretical knowledge to real-world situations.

Career Development:

• We have a structured trainee program that will provide development opportunities and help you build your skills and progress in your career.

Networking Opportunities:

• We provide you with the opportunity meet and work with some of the most experienced and respected professionals in their field. You will be able to build your professional network and to learn from the experiences of others.

Should the program go well then there will be a permanent opportunity waiting for you at the end.

Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting career at Seddiqi Holding.