Description

At 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.

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Finance

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

An excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in compliance to join the region's leading consulting firm. You will be responsible for ensuring consulting engagement teams remain compliant with internal and external regulations when dealing with clients.

• With oversight from BUC’s (Business Unit Coordinator) / Compliance manager, you will manage your own caseload to ensure engagement teams remain compliant with internal and external regulations when dealing with clients
• Carry out pre-engagement compliance tasks associated with client and project onboarding
• The successful candidate will report predominantly to the Business Unit Coordinator and Compliance Manager
• Communicate effectively and professionally, verbally and in writing, with a range of key stakeholders
• Your local R&Q / Compliance Manager will provide guidance regarding compliance with relevant territory policies and procedures
• Provide additional business support to BUC’s in relation to raising invoices, creating job codes and other financial administrative tasks
  
  

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 risk / compliance fields preferred
• Experience in consulting preferred
• Understanding of the Firm’s marketing and business development and the Firm’s Service Offerings
  
  

Education

• University Degree (Finance or Finance related)
  
  

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

0%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date