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    Financial Analyst (Interim Contract) | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Contract

    Charterhouse are currently supporting one of our financial services client’s, to identify a Financial Analyst, whom will join their centralised finance team focused across a Structured Finance and Project-based portfolio and sector coverage. This Analyst role will be heavily focused towards the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) undertaking. Through the development of financial reporting capabilities, the role shall also be responsible for the production of reporting material, to assess business performance whilst also contributing to strategy review via MIS and commentary-based tools. This role shall focus on areas of financial modelling; to ensure areas of investment appraisals, forecasting and scenario analysis can be oversee and reported to commercial finance and project operations. In conjunction, the role will also take ownership of tracking any relevant market trends, economic policy and/or cost pricing factors being introduced, within any financial models, for management and strategy considerations.

    The client will look to recruit a finance-based graduate and junior professional with at least 4 years of experience within an FP&A type role; in conjunction the candidate shall demonstrate at least one year of experience within the commercial real estate and/or property development space. Candidates shall be degree qualified and ideally working towards a professional finance and/or accountancy-based qualification. In combination, they shall also possess excellent Excel and reporting based skills along with an ability to deliver strong, concise and tailored financial information and analytical-based commentaries. The client will also look for candidates whom can provide a knowledge level; linking to the Dubai property sector and the particular dynamics linking to this market segment. This will be critical to ensure that all variables, trends and market nuances can be factored-in within any areas of financial due-diligence (via models) and analysis for investment-based purposes.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    Assurance – Risk Assurance – IT Audit Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in our Information Technology Audit Services practice, within Risk and Compliance services, will provide you the opportunity to work with a team that provides clients with extensive risk and controls technical knowledge and sector specific experience. You’ll have the opportunity to develop a holistic approach to risk that protects businesses, facilitates strategic decision making and enhances efficiency by assisting management in the assessment of project risks and controls.Our team uses current and emerging technologies to assist clients with financial reporting, compliance, and operational processes controls. You’ll provide services related to controls around the financial reporting, compliance and operational processes, including business process and Information Technology management controls.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 a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. 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 part of the team you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of clients, industries and technologies. We’re constantly investing in audit technology and the skills of our people to keep up with the rapid pace of change. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.- Share and collaborate effectively with others.- Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.- Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.- Follow risk management and compliance procedures.- Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.- Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner – verbally and in the materials I produce.- Build and maintain an internal and external network.- Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.Required experience and responsibilities:- Configurations (SAP, Oracle) and IT automated controls. – Business cycle/process controls review and Segregation of Duties testing. – Solid technical skills and understanding of information systems security and controls across a wide range of systems including operating systems (For ex. Unix, Windows, OS/400, etc.), databases (For Ex. Oracle, SQL, etc.), applications and technology tools – Experience with data, automation and analytics tools such as ACL, Alteryx, Power BI, UiPath. – Ability to discuss audit issues and recommendations with the client management. – Demonstrated track record in driving engagements at the field level, combined with ability to work in teams effectively – Good project management skills and ability to follow through and complete tasks within tight deadlines – Experience in programming languages and Database management. 

    Preferable qualifications and certifications:- Bachelor’s degree in IT or any related field.  – Preferred: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) qualification, or equivalent – 0-2 years of experience covering IT General Controls (ITGC), ERP.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Consulting – Business Unit Finance Operations Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryThe Business Unit Finance Associate works as an integral part of both the Finance and BU teams. The role involves daily operations & processes related to the financial aspects of our engagements and business. You will carry out financial administrative processes such as invoicing, job code creation, report creation and analysis. You will offer support for practice financials and account management in liaison with the BU’s Partners, Directors and Business Unit Coordinator. 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 a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. 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.The Business Unit Finance Associate works as an integral part of both the Finance and BU teams. The role involves: – Daily operations and processes related to the financial aspects of our engagements and business. – Carry out financial administrative processes such as invoicing, job code creation, report creation and analysis. – The right candidate will offer support for practice financials and account management in liaison with the BU’s Partners, Directors and Business Unit Coordinator. – Candidate must be comfortable working with numerous internal support departments on projects relating to our people, marketing & knowledge management. – The successful candidate will report predominantly to the Business Unit Coordinator. – Communicate effectively and professionally, verbally and in writing, with a range of key stakeholders. – Your local Finance Manager will provide guidance regarding compliance with relevant territory policies and procedures. Whole leadership- Actively share knowledge within own team and across BUs, and promote best practises in respect of the firm’s business systems and processes. – Provide training, coaching and support to other team members as needed. Global acumen- Work closely with teams across the business to ensure best practice. Business acumen- Provide a service directly to the BU, particularly in relation to adhering to internal and external compliance tasks and reporting any exceptions as necessary Relationships- Work closely with peers and team members at all levels, sharing knowledge and providing support where needed. Technical capabilities- Understand the importance of, and processes behind, all compliance related tasks and execute accordingly, with high levels of attention to detail. – Enter own time and expenses in accordance with firm’s policy

    Essential skills & attributes:- Has the competence to perform the role effectively – Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as basic presentation skills – Affinity to work with quantitative data, good analytics – Ability to work within a fast-paced & unstructured environment. Must be able to multi-task and effectively and continually prioritise – Service-orientated attitude, proactive thinker, networker, information seeker, team player – Excellent time management, communication and organizational skills – Extensive knowledge of relevant computer software eg Microsoft Office and Google Suite – Willingness and interest to frequently interact with and reach out to Partners, Directors and the team – Ability to interact efficiently with senior members of the firm across multiple time zones Desirable skills / experience:- 1-2 years relevant experience – Background in finance, accounting or business studies fields preferred – Experience in consulting preferred – Understanding of the Firm’s marketing and business development and the Firm’s Service Offerings Education- University Degree

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Risk and Quality Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Risk and Quality Associate – JordanLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryThe Independence Associate is part of the Independence Team and operates across all lines of service. The team is responsible for providing support on developing independence policies and guidance (both firm and personal independence), helping engagement teams maintain independence and compliance according to regulatory rules and requirements.Primary Duty and Responsibilities: Financial • Adhere to the Independence budget Customer • Supporting the Business Relationship team with the review and clearance of joint business relationships across all LoS. • Emailing confirmation of updates to partner within agreed timeframes Managing the SLA for JBR requests Assisting engagement teams with the JBR and other Business Relationship clearances • Answering general queries in relation to Business Relationships • Liaising with Global Independence Compliance teams to resolve any unusual JBR technical/systems issues Internal Process • Updating a number of Independence systems • Performing data reconciliations for JBR Independence monitoring purposes Participating in internal training sessions and contributing to setting the agenda for the calls/meetings Learning and Growth • Liaise with Global to understand JBR system improvement initiatives • Adhere to policies and procedures • Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Education • A professional or academic qualification (degree level or equivalent), or extensive relevant and practical experience. • Language Fluency in English required, proficiency in Arabic is advantageous Overall Experience 1+ year of relevant experience. • Fresh graduate could be considered.Specific Experience • Experience with a professional services firm Preferred Knowledge and Skills • Strong analytical skills • Excellent Microsoft Excel/Word/Powerpoint skills • Problem solving skills and innovative mindset • Risk averse/risk management skills • Strong organization skills • Thoroughness and eye for detail • Time management skills and proactivity • Strong verbal and written communication skills Ethical conduct • A conscientious, ambitious team player, with good self-management skills and an ability to take initiative and share knowledge with peers.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    AVP, Structured Finance Analyst (Interim) | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Temporary

    Charterhouse Middle East are currently working with a leading international financial services client, whom are looking to hire an Assistant Vice President (AVP), for their Structured Finance team with a focus towards the power and infrastructure sectors.This AVP role will be heavily geared towards supporting the front office team, in financial modelling, financial advisory and financial due diligence undertakings, to assist in the development of funding proposals, pricing factors and client mandate sheets. In conjunction, this analysis shall be overseen and tested, to ensure that pitch proposal and financing options, can be completed and compared in alignment with the front office mandate and the client specification.

    The client envisages hiring a candidate profile demonstrating up to 3 years of experience, at an Analyst-level, within a financial services or wholesale banking institution. The candidate shall be required to possess an advanced Excel skills set; to allow for strong and detailed financial modelling with an ability to run scenario analysis. The client will look for a candidate, with a strong educational and degree background, coupled with an ability to display a working knowledge of either corporate finance or investment banking principles. Due to the existing headcount limit, this role to begin with, shall be recruited on an interim/temporary basis. As such, the client is looking to pinpoint a candidate whom is immediately available. The candidate should ideally be based in the local vicinity however, exposure to the GCC financial market isn’t a pre-requisite.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    Risk and Quality – Independence Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Risk and Quality – Independence Senior Associate – JordanLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryThe Independence Support – Senior Associate is part of the Independence Team and operates across all lines of service. The team is responsible for providing support on developing independence policies and guidance (both firm and personal independence), helping engagement teams maintain independence and compliance according to regulatory rules and requirements.Primary Duty and Responsibilities:Financial- Adhere to the Independence budgetCustomer- For Personal Independence matters- Providing investment pre-clearance within agreed timeframes- Recording investment transactions on behalf of partners who signed up for the Checkpoint support service- Emailing confirmation of updates to partner within agreed timeframes- Managing security update request emails on behalf of partners(e.g. following a restriction change)- Assisting partners in annual reconciliation of Checkpoint portfolios- Performing Personal Independence Compliance Testing on selected partners- Answering general queries in relation to Checkpoint from ME staff- Liaising with Global Independence Compliance teams to resolve any unusual technical/systems issues or to confirm disposal notices- Creating User Added Instruments (UAI) on behalf on partners and staff- Supporting the Personal Independence Business Partner with the Annual Compliance Confirmation reconciliation and disclosures analysisInternal Process- Updating a number of Independence systems- Performing data reconciliations for Independence monitoring purposes- Participating in internal training sessions and contributing to setting the agenda for the calls/meetingsLearning and Growth- Liaise with Global to understand Checkpoint system improvement initiatives- Adhere to policies and procedures- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    EducationA professional or academic qualification (degree level or equivalent), or extensive relevant and practical experience.LanguageFluency in English required, proficiency in Arabic is advantageousOverall Experience2+ years of relevant experienceSpecific ExperienceExperience with a professional services firm preferredKnowledge and Skills- Strong analytical skills- Excellent Microsoft Excel/Word/Powerpoint skills- Problem solving skills and innovative mindset- Risk averse/risk management skills- Strong organization skills- Thoroughness and eye for detail- Time management skills and proactivity- Strong verbal and written communication skills- Ethical conduct- A conscientious, ambitious team player, with good self-management skills and an ability to take initiative and share knowledge with peers.Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?No

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Tax & Legal Services – MERC Tax – Risk & Quality – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – MERC Tax – Risk & Quality – Manager – AmmanLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in Risk Management, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to advance and foster integrity based decision making and conduct by PwC professionals throughout our organisation. You’ll focus on promoting and monitoring compliance with applicable external laws and regulations as well as internal policies and procedures to help manage PwC’s regulatory, litigation, and reputational risk.Our Risk and Quality team identifies and assists internal teams to mitigate and control client engagement risks. As part of the team, you’ll provide advice to business teams within PwC on sound contract provisions, standards and approaches in accordance with PwC policies, principles and standards.Responsibilities:The Tax and Legal Risk and Quality team advises client-facing and internal staff primarily on risk management matters associated with the procurement, development and/or use of technology solutions internally by the firm or as part of the delivery of services to clients. It also advises internal firm functions on general risk management matters and delivers effective and comprehensive risk management support across the Middle East region. You will work as an integral part of this team and be involved in a broad range of activities which will include liaison with internal and client facing partners and staff across the firm’s Lines of Service, as well as other parts of the firm including Network Security, Independence, Compliance, the Office of General Counsel (OGC), Procurement and the Risk and Quality Teams in each Line of Service. It is a high profile role that requires strong interpersonal skills and an ability to deal with senior and junior staff. The role will entail supporting the regional TLS R&Q team to: – Work with project teams to identify, assess and advise on mitigations for risk concerns relating to related solutions, as well as navigate the firm’s various approval processes to obtain sign-off for these new solutions; – Provide general risk management advice to internal firm functions and be the first point of contact, escalating issues when appropriate – Work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Ensuring delivery of high quality, pragmatic and commercial R&Q advice that meets the needs of the business and is delivered to high client delivery standards – Advising on more complex R&Q issues and drawing on specialist support from the wider R&Q community (OGC, Independence, Compliance, other LoS R&Q) – Being the first point of contact for queries from client facing staff and providing pragmatic advice and solutions to their R&Q queries. – Delivering training to partners and staff, including one-to-one training and seminar based training, in relation to R&Q / contracting. – Assist in reviewing and providing any KYC exceptional approval based on due diligence provided on the client and services to be performed. – Work with the regional OGC and Contract Review team by ensure client contracting matters are actioned promptly and effective response and negotiation conducted – Working with junior resources to project manage and facilitate the Engagement Compliance Review (ECRs) conducted for TLS Partners and Directors and provide timely updates on status of reviews. – Advising on the proper completion of TLS questionnaire (client and engagement acceptance) covering: relationship checking, AFS, AML, scoping of work and drafting of engagement letters. – Able to develop deep understanding and knowledge of the firm’s risk management process whilst providing solutions and bringing innovate ideas on enhancing the process – Managing and participating in the annual Engagement Compliance Review (ECR) on all partners and directors in the Middle East Tax practice. – Assisting in the Quality Assurance Review conducted by project managing the activities and ensuring the smooth running of the programme. – Planning the annual Quality Review programme for the selected territories by working with the selected offices and identifying resources to participate in the review. – Esacalating contracting requests to OGC / Contract Review team or other members of TLS R&Q team. – Providing regular feedback on the key risks within the region and providing thoughts on certain risk management issues when experienced by engagement teams. – Where necessary, supporting client facing teams on conference calls with clients, third parties and their respective legal advisers in order to resolve issues relating 3 of to our contracting documentation. – Previous risk management, compliance or regulatory experience, or experience in a client facing role is desirable. – Knowledge of Tax applied in risk management context, PwC risk management policies and procedures, and the tac services provided by the firm is desirable.

    Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Tax & Legal Services – MERC Tax – Risk & Quality – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – MERC Tax – Risk & Quality – Senior Associate – AmmanLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Risk Management, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to advance and foster integrity based decision making and conduct by PwC professionals throughout our organisation. You’ll focus on promoting and monitoring compliance with applicable external laws and regulations as well as internal policies and procedures to help manage PwC’s regulatory, litigation, and reputational risk.Our Risk and Quality team identifies and assists internal teams to mitigate and control client engagement risks. As part of the team, you’ll provide advice to business teams within PwC on sound contract provisions, standards and approaches in accordance with PwC policies, principles and standards.Responsibilities:- The Tax and Legal Risk and Quality team advises client-facing and internal staff primarily on risk management matters associated with the procurement, development and/or use of technology solutions internally by the firm or as part of the delivery of services to clients. It also advises internal firm functions on general risk management matters and delivers effective and comprehensive risk management support across the Middle East region. You will work as an integral part of this team and be involved in a broad range of activities which will include liaison with internal and client facing partners and staff across the firm’s Lines of Service, as well as other parts of the firm including Network Security, Independence, Compliance, the Office of General Counsel (OGC), Procurement and the Risk and Quality Teams in each Line of Service. It is a high profile role that requires strong interpersonal skills and an ability to deal with senior and junior staff. The role will entail supporting the regional TLS R&Q team to: – Work with project teams to identify, assess and advise on mitigations for risk concerns relating to related solutions, as well as navigate the firm’s various approval processes to obtain sign-off for these new solutions; – Provide general risk management advice to internal firm functions and be the first point of contact, escalating issues when appropriate – Work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Ensuring delivery of high quality, pragmatic and commercial R&Q advice that meets the needs of the business and is delivered to high client delivery standards – Advising on more complex R&Q issues and drawing on specialist support from the wider R&Q community (OGC, Independence, Compliance, other LoS R&Q) – Being the first point of contact for queries from client facing staff and providing pragmatic advice and solutions to their R&Q queries. – Delivering training to partners and staff, including one-to-one training and seminar based training, in relation to R&Q / contracting. – Assist in reviewing and providing any KYC exceptional approval based on due diligence provided on the client and services to be performed. – Work with the regional OGC and Contract Review team by ensure client contracting matters are actioned promptly and effective response and negotiation conducted – Working with junior resources to project manage and facilitate the Engagement Compliance Review (ECRs) conducted for TLS Partners and Directors and provide timely updates on status of reviews. – Advising on the proper completion of TLS questionnaire (client and engagement acceptance) covering: relationship checking, AFS, AML, scoping of work and drafting of engagement letters. – Able to develop deep understanding and knowledge of the firm’s risk management process whilst providing solutions and bringing innovate ideas on enhancing the process – Managing and participating in the annual Engagement Compliance Review (ECR) on all partners and directors in the Middle East Tax practice. – Assisting in the Quality Assurance Review conducted by project managing the activities and ensuring the smooth running of the programme. – Planning the annual Quality Review programme for the selected territories by working with the selected offices and identifying resources to participate in the review. – Esacalting contracting requests to OGC / Contract Review team or other members of TLS R&Q team. – Providing regular feedback on the key risks within the region and providing thoughts on certain risk management issues when experienced by engagement teams. – Where necessary, supporting client facing teams on conference calls with clients, third parties and their respective legal advisers in order to resolve issues relating 3 of to our contracting documentation. – Previous risk management, compliance or regulatory experience, or experience in a client facing role is desirable. – Knowledge of Tax applied in risk management context, PwC risk management policies and procedures, and the tac services provided by the firm is desirable.

    Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More