Line of Service AdvisoryIndustry/Sector Not ApplicableSpecialism Financial Due DiligenceManagement Level Director & Summary A career in our Financial Due Diligence practice, within Deals Transaction Services, will provide you the opportunity to help organizations realize the potential of mergers, acquisitions and divestitures and capital markets. In short, we help some of the worlds leading companies originate, create, execute, and realize value from deals. Through data driven insights we help our clients move in the right direction ensuring maximum value for their company. Our team assists organizations with both buy side and sell side due diligence. As part of our team, youll help us provide both corporate and financial buyers with peace of mind by analyzing and validating all the financial, commercial, operational and strategic assumptions being made.What to consider before applyingThis role requires the candidate to be based out of our Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates office.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Director within our Financial Due Diligence Deals team, you\'ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy through to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Proactively lead the practise by setting strategy and drive the development of new business in the marketProvide technical advice across disciplinesBuilding strong networks within the firm to spot and capitalize on opportunitiesIdentify and discuss key issues with our clients potential opportunitiesManage day to day client communicationsShape and deliver various projects that exceed the expectations of our clients and our own assignment quality criteriaManage and deliver large projects by developing the project team, assessing engagement risks throughout, driving conclusions, and reviewing / challenging the output produced by the teamManagement of engagement financialsHelping to grow and develop our team through hands on training and coachingIdentifying and understanding key drivers of a business and potential deal breakers (financial and non-financial)Writing and reviewing financial due diligence (buy-side, sell-side or refinancing) reports for our corporate, banking and private equity clientsHelp management and boards arrive at informed decisions, by providing credible valuation analysisEstablish credibility with existing clients by demonstrating subject matter expertise and knowledgeContribute to pursuit teams and proposal development including innovative approaches and methodologies tailored to address specific client requirementsManage teams, coaching and supporting team development and sharing technical knowledge across the national and global PwC networkAssist and take part in various internal initiatives (such as digitization, industry specialization, etc.) and in business developmentThe Requirements13+ years of extensive experience within the M&A space, preferably from a professional services backgroundSignificant experience working on buy side, sell side and vendor due diligence transactions within the MENA region, specifically UAE and Saudi ArabiaSpecializing in providing transaction advisory services primarily focused on performing due diligence services within a variety of sectors -working on the largest SWFs in the Middle East would be considered an assetUnderstanding the processes in due diligence work including dealing with risk management processes and proceduresEager to develop internal and external networks, and willingness to adopt a business development mindsetHands on experience working with large corporate clients and PE housesCPA, ACCA, or Chartered Accountant or equivalent certification requiredAbility to deliver significant business results that reflect strategic and creative thinking and individual initiativeConfident to manage multi-resource engagements: using work plans to manage day-to-day execution, removing roadblocks, proactively asking for help, effectively communicating up, down and laterallyComfortable providing direction, coaching and guidance to junior resourcesExcellent writing, communicating, facilitating, and presenting capabilities for all levels of audiencesCommitted to developing client relationships with existing and potential clientsProven ability to manage project workflows and deliver on time, take ownership of tasks and assignments and accept responsibility for outcomesExperienced at preparing and/or coordinating complex written and verbal materialsArabic speaking considered a plusYour flexibility to travel 20% of the time. This means we may require you to work away from your base office location on a regular basis and frequent overnight stays may be required. Where possible, we will take your preferences into account and strike a balance between meeting your career development/personal needs and those of the business and our clientsWhy youll love PwC
Were inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, youll be a part of amazing teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us atEducation (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)Required SkillsOptional SkillsDesired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)Travel Requirements Up to 20%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? YesGovernment Clearance Required? NoJob Posting End Date

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