Assurance - Business Controls Risks - Manager - Abu Dhabi

Job Description

DescriptionAt PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We?re a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 236,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Established in the region for 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,200 people across 12 countries. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.Job description & summaryOrganisations are constantly being exposed to new and evolving strategic, technical, talent and reputation risks, particularly in the Middle East region where they face significant geopolitical and macroeconomic challenges. To survive and thrive in this uncertainty, we understand that strong enterprise risk processes are crucial as these drive business controls. Instead of tackling Enterprise Risk and Business Controls in silos, we approach them as a whole to derive the most value from alignment and consistency.Due to the rapid growth of our Business Controls Risk team, we currently have opportunities for ambitious and highly motivated experienced professionals with a proven track record in high quality delivery of client projects. You will be an integral part of the team responsible for the management and delivery of projects across a range of sectors. You will have access to all of the latest training and development tools and the support of the wider PwC network.You will be required to possess strong project management skills as the delivery role requires client management, project budgeting and finance management, coaching and resource management on a portfolio of clients. A key part of delivery will be the creation, review and delivery of complex client deliverables which will include executive level reporting through to detailed design documentation.

• Your role will be to work with clients in identifying their relevant controls, processes and frameworks and recommend improvements in business processes and controls.
• You will have the ability to continuously develop your skills, taking a keen interest in trends in business processes and the impact on our clients.
• You will be required to demonstrate extensive project management skills related to projects, including developing project plans, budgets, and deliverables schedules.
• You will be required to demonstrate extensive abilities as a team leader, which includes creating a positive environment; monitoring workloads of the team while meeting client expectations; respecting the work-life quality of team members; providing candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner; and keeping leadership informed of progress.
• The role also requires that the candidate is able to collaborate with colleagues across different competences within the firm.
• The role also requires working with colleagues in all Middle Eastern offices on client audits and internal initiatives as well as with international teams where appropriate.
• The role includes wider responsibilities which will include collaborating with the engagement leader and manager of teams for agreeing budgets, communication of results and their impact on the overall project and making contributions to the final reporting.

Requirements:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a fast pace and a high energy that will translate into a high quality output.
• Bachelor?s Degree from a recognised university, advantageous if risk, resilience or related discipline.
• A professional qualification is preferred:
  • Agile Project Management (Agile PM)
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
  • Risk Management Professional (RMP)
  • Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)
  • CMA (Certified Management Accountant)
  • ACCA Chartered Accountant
• Years of Experience: Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience
• Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Fluent in English but multilingual Arabic speaker preferable.
• The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the project dictates.

Travel RequirementsUp to 60%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?NoFor further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the ?Apply? button below.

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