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    Commercial/General Lines Insurance Account Executive/Insurance Broker | A Leading Insurance Broker Company in UAE

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Overall roleResponsible for supporting, placing and servicing to meet client needs, maintain client loyalty and renewal, and encourage business growth.Key AccountabilitiesAccount Strategy• Develop overall account strategies and direct activities for new and existing clients• Account Servicing and Development• Identify and manage client requirements in accordance with the terms of appointment.Renewal Management• Plan and coordinate renewal strategies.• Placing Strategy and Supervision• Determine the optimum strategy and structure for placing a risk. Place, Monitor, supervise and guide placements on a day-to-day basis.• Account Profitability• Achieve optimum profitability on individual client accounts• Account Reporting• Monitor and report development, trends and issues in the client relationship.• Client Education• Educate clients and manage client expectations through market, insurance and sector briefings.• File Management• Set-up, coordinate and manage client and placement recordsCompetence Indicators• All placing, contract and closing documentation satisfies the client requirements and complies with Internal Procedures/Best Practice Manual (“BPM”) and Market Reform. • Understanding of key concepts of insurance and reinsurance• Placement submissions are in accordance with Contract Certainty Code of Practice• Manages client requirements in accordance with the terms of appointment, to maintain a strong client relationship, support renewal and encourage additional business• Ensures that clients have and agree to broker terms of trade.• Ensures agreed payment terms, Premium Payment Warranties etc. are met through credit control and reconciling unallocated cash.• Responds timely and accurately to client and underwriter queries.• Clients receive a quality of service that adds value. • No justified client complaints over provision of service.• Contributes to retention targets through planned and coordinated account renewal.• Identifies and develops opportunities for account development to meet the client’s requirements.• Ensures that correspondence, documents, statistics etc. are retained on file in accordance with BPM and internal procedures.• Prepares monthly Divisional Management Information (MI) to accurately report, brokerage and fees, renewal lists/progress, late signings etc.• Identifies and reports suspicious financial circumstances or transactions directly to the Financial Crime Reporting Officer. • Programme includes restructuring if need be. Rationalisation of policy wording if need be.• Placing structure is appropriate to the insured’s operations; exposure and risk transfer goals• All placing, contract and closing documentation satisfies the client requirements and complies with Internal Procedures/Best Practice Manual and Market Reform• Has to be able to work well in a team environment in co-ordination with other team members.• Placement submissions are in accordance with Contract Certainty Code of Practice• Market presentations secure best possible terms for the client, with full material disclosure• Manages client requirements in accordance with the terms of appointment, to maintain a strong client relationship, support renewal and encourage additional business• Optimises account profitability through client negotiation, efficient use of resources and account development.• Ensures agreed payment terms, Premium Payment Warranties (PPW) etc. are met through credit control• Responds timely and accurately to client and underwriter queries.• Clients receive a quality of service that adds value.• No justified client complaints over provision of service• Investigates and resolves complaints and service failures• Achieves retention targets through planned and coordinated account renewal• Identifies and develops opportunities for account development to meet the client’s requirements• Prepares monthly Divisional Management Information (MI) to accurately report, brokerage and fees, renewal lists/progress, late signings etc• Financial and document checks and approval comply with Authorised Signatory List.• Maintains confidentiality in systems and proceduresInternal Relationships• Broking, Technical/Wordings functions, Claims and AccountsExternal Relationships• Underwriters, Client Risk/Insurance Managers in client companies, trade bodies and associations

    Desirable Experience• UAE, London or international market experience in broking (preferable) but can be in underwriting, Account servicing to large international corporations; technical insuranceGeneric Knowledge and Skills• Market and industry structure and operation, including regulation and market reform• Lloyd’s Introductory Test, or equivalent experience• Technical insurance to CertCII, or equivalent experience or better• Sector specific risks and insurance products/solutions• Slip drafting• Negotiation• Well-developed verbal and written communication• Client servicing and account development• IT literacy in Word, Outlook and Excel (Advanced)• Relationship management• Planning and organising• Time management and prioritisation

    A leading insurance broker company in UAE. More

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    IT Infrastructure Specialist | L'Oreal Middle East

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    Full Time

    KEY JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES – Monitor incoming demands for Technologies & Infrastructures and ensure solutions are being proposed for functional needs that are not yet covered in line with the overall system coherence – Create service catalog and identify new services – Ensure the corrective, evolutionary and technical maintenance of the Technologies & Infrastructures, optimize the system / technology development and performance taking proactive action to ensure stable and secure application and infrastructures to avoid potential service disruption – Define and manage the support services and supervise its functioning within the defined standards – Coordinate the different experts needed to deal with incidents – Manage escalations, crises and exceptional situations and define the emergency action plans – Participate in the selection of external suppliers as well as the outsourced services contracted – Develop and maintain effective relationships and communication with internal users and/or external suppliers, understanding and managing vendor contracts (Technical, Commercial and Legal aspects) – Produce documents and templates describing products, services, components to establish compliance with relevant documentation requirement; ensure they are valid and up to date and that functions and features are documented in an appropriate way

    PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES FACILITATE KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT & EXPERTISE TRANSMISSION – Constantly acquire new knowledge on IT solutions and stay updated on technological opportunities & market trends in his/her field – Organize the relevant transmission of technical and/or project management skills and “know how” DECODE AND INFLUENCE – Clarify and simplify technical concepts / solutions to facilitate action and decision making – Take change management and communication initiatives to facilitate the implementation of solutions and user’s satisfaction UNDERSTAND L’OREAL SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY – Strong knowledge of key existing IT (applications and infrastructure) components ACT AS A PROACTIVE BUSINESS PARTNER – Promote alternative options/solutions to match client needs – Understand the “big picture” of the business, the operating model, the processes, and the roles within the organizations L’OREAL COMPETENCIES – Innovator- Strategist – People developer – Integrator – Entrepreneur

    For more than a century, we have devoted our energy and our competencies solely to one business: beauty. We have chosen to offer our expertise in the service of women and men worldwide, meeting the infinite diversity of their beauty desires. We are committed to fulfilling this mission ethically and responsibly. More

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    Systems Engineer – Intern | Oracle

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    Full Time

    As a member of the Support organization, your focus is to deliver post-sales support and solutions to the Oracle customer base while serving as an advocate for customer needs. This involves resolving post-sales non-technical customer inquiries via phone and electronic means, as well as, technical questions regarding the use of and troubleshooting for our Electronic Support Services. A primary point of contact for customers, you are responsible for facilitating customer relationships with Support and providing advice and assistance to internal Oracle employees on diverse customer situations and escalated issues.We are looking for fresh graduate Systems Engineer looking for learning and building exciting technical experience skill in Oracle Apps having the basic skills of the problem-solving/avoidance team. Performing the assigned duties with a level of autonomy and reporting to management on customer status and technical matters on a regular basis. Further, the Systems Engineer is sought by customers and Oracle employees to provide technical advice.

    Because of substantial customer interfacing, a demonstrated ability to work with customers on an independent basis with exceptional communication skills, while consistently achieving the absolute highest levels of customer satisfaction. Both a Bachelor*s degree in Computer Science, Engineering.

    Oracle offers an integrated array of applications, databases, servers, storage, and cloud technologies to empower modern business. For most companies, flexibility is critical. Oracle provides a wide choice of software, systems, and cloud deployment models – including public, on-premises, and hybrid clouds – to ensure that technology flexes to the unique needs of a business.

    Oracle Cloud is a complete, integrated stack of platform, infrastructure, and application services. With advanced scalability and security, Oracle Cloud enables technical agility across the enterprise, connects people to information for clearer insights, and fosters efficiency through simplified workflows.

    More than 420,000 customers across 145 countries have harnessed Oracle technology to accelerate their digital transformation. More

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    Oracle Applications Lead – Conglomerate | Michael Page

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    Full Time

    Oracle Applications Lead – Jeddah – Saudi ConglomerateThe role is Jeddah based, mainly automotive business looking for a Oracle Technical lead with strong skills in leading IT applications Oracle EBS and Fusion.This is a permanent role based in Jeddah Saudi Arabia, paying competitively.Client Details* As an Oracle application Lead, you will need strong Technical skills with Oracle EBS and version 12 Fusion.* This is a leadership position, with a view to have a team around you. This role as an Oracle applications lead will provide end to end applications & management processes over current Oracle applications landscape. * This person will manage and maintain Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) portal.* You will supervise processes and functional designs as well as lead the team to develop and test detailed functional designs for business solution components and prototypes.Description* The purpose of this role is to provide first line support for staff and monitor IT applications Oracle EBS/Fusion/OIC/OCI.Job Offer* Tax free salary * Career progression to grow a team * Education help

    Skills required* Deep experience on Oracle technology stack with architecture mindset and background.* Oracle EBS/Fusion/OIC/OCI Experience * Hands on experience in Oracle technology stack and PL-SQL Programming.* Very good knowledge on Oracle DB Administration (performance tuning, cloning and security).* Mentor and manage a team of functional and technical consultants towards successful delivery and support of new business demands over the running applications.* Experience in requirements gathering and analysis techniques.Nice to have * Excellent Experience in Finance, Supply Chain and HR modules.

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

    Finance & Accounting
    Banking & Financial Services
    Procurement
    Property & Construction
    Engineering & Supply Chain
    Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering
    Human Resources
    Sales
    Marketing
    Technology
    Secretarial
    Executive Search
    Legal

    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

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    Manager External Audit | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their on-going strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data – and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You will use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities.Our tailored external audit services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency. We are 79,000+ professionals based worldwide across 150 countries. Audit services involve reporting on the fairness in all material respects with which a client’s audited financial statements are presented, in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework.The opportunity EY is looking for a Manager to join the Audit team to lead on complex audit engagements and support growth of the Audit business.Your key responsibilities As a Manager, you’ll manage the delivery of audit engagements by defining the audit strategy in consultation with the Senior Manager / Partner, and executing it in compliance with Ernst & Young’s policies and protocols. When required, you’ll personally execute complex audit procedures and lead teams or parts of teams on engagements, depending on the size of the engagement. You’ll also assist in managing the financial aspects of engagements by organizing staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to project leaders as well as participate in business development initiatives.You’ll actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships and confirm that work delivered to clients is of a high quality. As part of this, you’ll anticipate and identify risks and escalate issues, as appropriate. As an influential member of the team, you’ll help to create a positive learning culture and will coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop through effectively supervising, coaching and mentoring. You will also contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training Assurance professionals and contribute to the maintenance of an educational program to continually develop personal skills of staff.Skills and attributes for success Pro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.To qualify for the role you must have – Strong academic record, including a degree – Professional accounting qualification – At least five years of professional experience in external audit – Experience in a Managerial position in external audit, with an international professional services firm – Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques and experience managing teams – Experience of risk based audit process – Understanding of currently applicable and upcoming IFRS – Knowledge of use of audit tools and data analytic tools – Coaching, mentoring and counselling experience – Fluent English communication skills – Effective presentation skills

    Ideally you’ll also have – Proficiency in the Arabic language – Experience with a big 4 accounting firm – Experience within Financial Services or Oil & Gas sector What we look for We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.What we offerWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Executive Assistant – Saudi National | Irwin & Dow

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    Full Time

    Our client represents a global management organisation with over 80 offices across the world and they now have a vacancy for an Executive Assistant within their Riyadh office. The organisation prides itself on their adaptability and work ethics to ensure they attract clients from a wide range of industry sectors including energy, financial services, health care, private equity and telecoms and as such this role can offer great career growth. Reporting to the Senior EA Team Leader you will work closely to support between 2-4 Management Consultants and ensure they are fully organised with complex diary management, global travel itineraries and associated documents. This is a fast paced and dynamic environment and it is imperative that you can be flexible in your approach to the role, fully committed and able manage highly confidential and fast changing movements for the Consultants. You will be a consummate professional and able to anticipate the Consultants’ needs and be a strong problem solver, taking decisions to maximise their time and efficiencies. You will also act as a gate keeper to field calls and emails and where possible, resolve any queries at the initial stage to manage the Consultants workload effectively. This professional services employer really is an organisation that values its staff and creates clear development plans and opportunities for employees at all levels of seniority. In addition, there is also an above market rate benefits package and because of this it is expected that you are a career Executive Assistant with a minimum of 4-5 years’ experience of supporting those at Senior Management or C-suite level in a diverse and fast paced global environment.

    The successful candidate for this Executive Assistant position will possess strong IT skills, including excel and PowerPoint and be educated to degree level. Our client is seeking a professional Saudi National EA with a minimum of 4 years’ experience across the Middle East region. Those with previous professional services experience and excellent English language skills are considered highly advantageous for this fantastic opportunity to join a global leader.

    Irwin & Dow was established by two highly experienced recruitment professionals, Tracey Irwin and Jocelyn Dow. We provide a refreshing approach by working in close partnership with clients and candidates within the Business Support, Secretarial, HR & Finance sectors.

    Good staff are key to every business. We recognise and appreciate this, having over thirty years combined recruitment and executive search experience within the region.

    Our main aim is to provide a specialist service to clients preferring to work with a bespoke consultancy.

    Our values of discretion and diplomacy are paramount and our ultimate goal is to become a partner of choice for all our clients and candidates. More

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    Manager Business Tax Advisory – Saudi National | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our globally coordinated tax professionals offer connected services across all tax disciplines to help our clients thrive in an era of rapid change. We combine our exceptional knowledge and experience with the people and technology platforms that make us an ideal partner for all their tax-related needs. In Tax, we equip clients to make better business decisions by bringing insights to the forefront. We help companies understand the tax policies and tax laws of governments around the world to plan and comply accordingly. Our teams leverage transformative technologies to deliver strategy and execution, from tax and regulatory obligations to operations and workforce management, to reduce risk and drive sustainable value. Tax has six sub-service lines which cover a wide range of issues: Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, Global Law, Indirect Tax, International Tax and Transaction Services and People Advisory Services. The opportunity Our BTA tax service line operates as a team of highly experienced tax professionals who focus on delivering efficient and effective resources to companies in the region. You will work with organizations and individuals to structure transactions and operations in a tax-effective manner. This includes helping clients to mitigate tax risk and comply effectively with tax laws. You will help businesses meet complex demands for tax reporting, compliance, planning, strategy and controversy. By integrating deep technical and industry knowledge with established methodologies, you will work with a wide range of businesses and corporations to help them develop and implement effective, practical and sustainable tax strategies. You will provide tailored advice to clients and build valued relationships with them and your team. You will lead projects, work on business tax field and develop further business opportunities. Your key responsibilities You will be responsible for high level management and successful delivery of technically complex and demanding consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and high-quality client service. You will establish, maintain and strengthen valued internal and external relationships and ensure that the services delivered to clients is of the highest quality. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of client engagements, monitor progress and deliverables, put in place the necessary standardized processes, anticipate and identify risks, escalate issues as appropriate and drive performance-improvement solutions. You will also assist the team generating new business opportunities and build client networks for our BTA client base to grow in the region. You will lead and motivate high performing teams and build a positive learning culture, coaching and counseling junior team members to help them develop. You will assist in managing engagement economics by organizing staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to project leaders. You will also be responsible for ensuring adherence to our Tax Quality guidelines. Skills and attributes for success If you are an excellent communicator and detail-oriented professional, with strong analytical and problem solving skills, who is comfortable working across borders with a wide network of people, you will be perfect for the role. To qualify for the role you must have – A bachelor’s degree with strong academic credentials in accounting, business, finance, law, taxation or any related essential fields. – MBA, Masters, LLM or another related advanced degree and/or professional qualifications e.g. CA, CPA, ACCA, CTA, ADIT or equivalent qualification. – A very strong knowledge and experience of over 5 years in Corporate Tax, ideally within a large professional services company or similar environment. – A strong track record of managerial, organizational and project management experience.

    Ideally, you also have – Experience of dealing with multinational clients and ability to work in multi-cultural environment. – In-depth commercial, legislative and industry knowledge. What we look for Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Indirect Tax – Senior Associate – Saudi National | PricewaterhouseCoopers

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    Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismVAT/GSTManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in our Indirect Tax practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions.Our team helps our clients optimise cash flow and reduce risk by managing challenges related to indirect taxes. You’ll support our clients with all aspects of indirect taxation related to global, regional and domestic projects as well as comprehensive restructuring and reporting value added tax projects.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be an authentic and inclusive leader, at all grades/levels and in all lines of service. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

    As a Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.- Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities and coach to help deliver results.- Develop new ideas and propose innovative solutions to problems.- Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from from current trends in business area.- Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.- Share relevant thought leadership.- Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing others.- Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality, diverse relationships.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More