Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Risk

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

Join our Middle East Deals Risk & Quality (R&Q) team and play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our Deals practice. As our business continues to grow, your expertise as a Manager will be crucial in managing complex risks and ensuring the highest quality in our engagements. You will lead and mentor teams, guiding them through the entire engagement lifecycle, and driving continuous improvement in our processes.We support Deals project teams throughout the entire engagement lifecycle from bidding through contracting and on into delivery, taking a partnership approach to work alongside and collaborate with partners and teams.

Role Responsibilities

Advise senior management and leadership on client engagements, including the nature of services being provided, the associated risks, and potential reputational, contractual, and legal exposures

Review and assess engagement panels, identifying risks and ensuring that PwC’s reputation and financial position are protected

Evaluate contract clauses from a risk management perspective, ensuring clarity on liability caps, profitability calculations, and the firm’s position in the public domain

Provide guidance on engagement sign-offs, ensuring that all risks have been carefully considered and managed before approval

Collaborate with engagement teams to understand the services being delivered, the client’s needs, and the broader market context

Assess emerging risks, particularly in Deals, including reputational, financial, and service permissibility risks

Work with senior leadership to ensure that engagements are conducted in a manner that protects PwC from undue exposure

Support the pursuit of large-scale transformation opportunities, working alongside the engagement and Deals’ leadership and other risk management functions

Negotiate with clients on contracting challenges, with support from the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and senior stakeholders in the business

Participate in internal governance forums for high-value and higher-risk engagements to support teams in managing contracting and delivery risks

Role Requirements

Extensive experience in a client-facing advisory role, ideally within a Big 4 environment, with a strong background in risk management

Proven ability to understand and manage complex risks in client engagements, especially in the context of Deals, including reputational, financial, and legal risks

Strong understanding of contract management, including terms related to liability, profitability, and legal exposure

In-depth understanding of emerging technologies and how they can be applied to drive business outcomes, particularly under the firm’s transformation agenda

Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to advise senior leadership and influence key decision-making processes

Ability to work collaboratively across teams to ensure that risks are properly identified, understood, and mitigated

Strong knowledge of the professional services industry, with an understanding of market dynamics, service lines, and client engagement models

Professional certifications in risk management, compliance, or legal advisory service

Strong project management capabilities, with a track record of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously

Creative and strategic thinker, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation

Bilingual proficiency in English and Arabic is preferred

Why you’ll love PwC
We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at https://www.pwc.com/m1/en/about-us/life-at-pwc.html 
 

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Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

No

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