IFS - R&Q - Strategic Risk Management - Senior Manager

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.About UsWith offices in 152 countries and nearly 328,000 professionals, we are one of the world’s leading professional services networks, helping organisations and individuals create lasting value through Assurance, Tax and Advisory services. For over 40 years, we have contributed to the Middle East’s transformation journey, partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions. Today, more than 12,000 of us across Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE are shaping the region’s future.Line of Service OverviewInternal Firm Services (IFS) is the trusted foundation of PwC, delivering innovative managed services and operational capabilities that enable our clients’ evolving needs. A career in IFS offers diverse opportunities across Human Capital, Finance, Technology, Clients & Markets, Marketing & Communications, Risk & Quality, Partner Development, Office Management, and Managed Services. We don’t just support the business—we shape it, driving strategies and initiatives that power growth and transformation across PwC Middle East.Business Unit OverviewRisk & Quality at PwC Middle East safeguards our reputation and ensures we deliver with integrity and excellence. This team embeds robust risk management and compliance frameworks, drives quality assurance, and leverages data-driven insights to anticipate challenges and maintain the highest professional standards. By enabling resilience and trust, Risk & Quality plays a pivotal role in shaping strategies that power sustainable growth across the firm.How You’ll ContributeAs a Strategic Risk Management - Senior Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Identify and analyse risk themes, gaps, and systemic issues across our business that may impact the Firm.Engage with internal stakeholders to determine key risks, issues and ways to improve risk processes.Support the translation of identified risk themes into firm‑wide principles, frameworks, and practical initiatives.Act as a problem‑solver and enabler, supporting the consistent and effective application of risk, compliance, and quality standards across the firm.Apply sound judgement when supporting the application of risk frameworks to real scenarios, including live engagements and firm initiatives, balancing commercial considerations with firm standards.Apply strong working knowledge of the engagement lifecycle, including client acceptability, continuance, compliance and quality review processes, and engagement risk escalation.Own and maintain, or support the ownership and maintenance of, operational tools, trackers, and guidance materials used by engagement teams and senior stakeholders.Identify, analyse, and support the resolution of complex risk and governance issues, applying structured judgement in ambiguous situations.Work closely with Directors, Partners, and Senior Leadership to translate complex risk and policy requirements into practical, actionable guidance.Lead or support special projects and ad‑hoc strategic risk initiatives assigned to the Strategic Risk Management team.What You’ll BringEducationA professional or academic qualification (degree level or equivalent), or relevant and practical experience.LanguageFluency in English required, proficiency in Arabic is advantageousOverall ExperienceSignificant experience within a professional services firm or consulting environment, including Consulting, Deals and/or Tax.8+ years of experience in professional services in a client‑facing role or internal risk managementSpecific ExperienceStrong working knowledge of the engagement lifecycle, including client acceptability, continuance, compliance, engagement delivery, and quality review/assurance processes.Experience leading or supporting risk, compliance, or quality initiatives at firm or portfolio level.Demonstrated experience applying risk frameworks to live engagements and strategic initiatives.Experience working with senior leadership in a complex, matrixed organisationKnowledge and SkillsStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills with structured judgement.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.High ownership, self‑directed mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Ability to translate