Has anybody heard about KSA freezing all consulting spend?? I need more details about this and how this will evolve

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We have been suffering from this since January 2024

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Been the case for over a year

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Not consulting specifically but no new contract awarding for a month or so. May be extended further.

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Spending downsized for sure but not completely stopped. This freezing of new work is new. There was a directive sent to every entity a few weeks ago. Unfortunately, this freezing is likely to extend further beyond a few weeks, meaning we will not see new contracts awarded on Etimad for a couple months, if not longer.

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Who'll do their vision 2030 then? PIF?

Freezing all contracts till Q4

Was this your decision?

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I have completed 8 months in the current org and my Notice Period is 90 Days.
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I have 1 year of experience in HR. Is there anyone who can refer me for HR operations in ABB technologies? Infosys Tata Consultancy Accenture IBM Flipkart

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How is Sterlite to join as full stack developer does it provide job security n work life balance

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Is 33 too old for a nose piercing?

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Can you please help me with 11 likes to enable DM's.

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What are the cool spots/street in south end ? Just walked Tremont between union park and Springfield. All the cool restaurants are here but is there something else around here to checkout? This is the happening part per google and I am not sure if I am in the wrong area. Appreciate the help!

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If visiting home country after transfer approval, will I be eligible for drop box? I have my current employers stamped h1b visa valid till end of next year. Thanks

Exiting to a boutique for a promo/more comp/WLB? Good idea?

Projects will be focused, long term comp is still great but obv much lower than MBB.

Any thoughts?

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BCG fishes: If you make a temporary transfer to another office for 12-24 months, will your salary (& taxes) come from the home office or the office that you transferred to?

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Any advice on moving from L4 to L5 in Amazon?

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Anyone make the switch out to IT type work? Just not enjoying the BS in accounting and want something more chill.

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Anyone know of any tech jobs out there that seem complex? Ones that someone can do with zero schooling but lots of experience behind them?

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Hello Guys,

I am in a super good position at Jellyfish as a Director with a good room in terms of growth. Great responsibilities, work life balance and I strongly love my job. However, there is an opportunity to join Google Dublin as an Agency Development Manager (level 4) with strong salary, new challenges, different role and responsibilities etc. I HAVE A STRONG DOUBT about a trade off: is better to have a strong margin of growth and a good position or join Google with the above conditions?

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Hi everyone!
I've had 2 rounds of interviews at Google (UK) for a non-tech role in Platforms & Ecosystems (L4/L5). Recruiter told me that I've been selected for the final rounds (GCA + Leadership Interview). From his feedback, one thing they wanted me to improve on was the GCA Questions. Would anyone have any tips on how to prepare for these? I've checked some of Jeff Sipe videos online but would appreciate any support! I find GCA quite stressful...
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Living in my parents house, which NEEDS a makeover. What do you guys do to make your house look cozier? My parents house is tiny, low ceiling, and no seperate on between kitchen and the living room. It literally looks like a grandma house.

Should I just use catalogs? Or should I hire an interior designer? Do you have any tips? My biggest issue is that it looks disorganized no matter what because there’s no distinction between when the kitchen ends and when the living room starts

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Was on a traveling project when it clicked that I may be depressed. after telling my senior, his response to my ask of using my lunch for a short walk outside (& taking a working lunch) "we're here to

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So I worked from home yesterday and my husband had a sneak peak on my meetings with clients (which I’m very new to being a senior). He mention that I should read some sales pitch books of some sorts so I can get a process down and not be drain from having genuine conversations with every client. I think it’s a great idea. Anyone have thoughts or recommendation?

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Additional Posts in Middle East Consultants

Which are the top consulting firms in the region after MBBK , heard strategy& has a really bad culture so exclude that too?

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ENBD is the crappiest bank in the UAE. Thank you

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Hey!
Whats the salary and package if consulting Manager in HR advisory
EY? Have an opportunity and trying to see if its worth moving for from US.

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I heard Strategy& and Oliver Wyman offer the highest comp for entry level positions compared to other firms. Is this true? I always assumed MBB would offer the highest comp in the region.

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Anyone been able to work from Dubai for a UK/US firm and benefit from no taxes? I know if you are a US citizen you pay taxes where you are globally, but if you are British, then you only pay income tax on UK income - so if you live more than half the year abroad you are classed as non-domicile resident, but wanted to hear if anyone’s done this or heard about it?

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Looking to make a change from Canada (Toronto) to Dubai. Any thoughts or Big4 Cloud Consulting roles in the ME? Deloitte is generally the global leader. Any thoughts on Digital/Cloud Transformation in MENA?

Would Middle East offices still hire many people this year or sort of at a hiring freeze? (Think post-mba level)

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Is there a North American new comer hangout/get together in Riyadh?

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Mckinsey folks - do you recruit for Dubai offices or is it limited to Abu Dhabi/Riyadh? If so, Can exceptions be made if the candidate is a strong performer?

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Hi,
Anyone got a few minutes to chat about A&M in Dubai, specifically around interview process and expectations for salary at the senior associate level? My research is 35-40k base with variable bonus component. Any insights would be appreciated.

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Got rejected from BCG final round :(

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Anyone at EY PARTHENON in Dubai or Saudi willing to have a quick chat? Would be great to get some info / connect with people there.

Thanks in advance

(Can’t tag them for some reason)
EY
@eyparthenon

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Hi All- I’d love to hear from the community what the focus areas are for Tier 2 firms in the region Are there certain sectors the various firms specialize/ focus on? It seems like everyone focuses on public sector and tmt. Currently interviewing at a few and would be great to get some feedback. Thanks!

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Looking for referrals at MBB/S&/OW/Kearney in their Dubai/Doha/Riyadh offices for my sister since she can’t join Fishbowl. She graduated from top Canadian uni (UofT/McGill/UBC), grew up in ME and has an impressive academic background and work experience. Happy to connect with her directly.

Do MBB firms usually give temporary accommodation to look for a place for people relocating from outside?

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I had the first round with a consulting firm and it takes them more than a month to arrange the final round and the recruiter is not being responsive. Is that normal?

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What’s the culture like at Kearney?

What is the pay difference at consultant level between Dubai and Riyadh? Thanks

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