Deals Risk & Quality Senior Associate

PwC Middle East; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 220,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in the UAE is seeking a Senior Associate in Deals Risk & Quality. The role involves assessing risks associated with client engagements, reviewing contracts, and collaborating with teams to manage risk effectively. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in risk management, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong Arabic language skills. Competitive pay and benefits are offered along with personal growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Programs that promote well-being and personal growth

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in risk management or client advisory roles.
• Strong understanding of liability and profitability considerations.
• Knowledge of risk management principles.

Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership in assessing client engagement risks.
• Review engagement panels for potential exposures.
• Provide input on contract clauses and risk mitigation.

Skills

Arabic language skills

Risk management

Contract management

Excellent communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, or Risk Management

Job description

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 Us

With 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 Overview

Our Deals practice helps organisations navigate complex transactions, from mergers and acquisitions to restructuring and strategic investments. We deliver insights and solutions that enable clients to create, protect, and realise value throughout the deal lifecycle.

Business Unit Overview

Deals Risk & Quality (R&Q) acts as a trusted advisor to the Deals business, enabling teams to manage legal, regulatory, and reputational risks effectively. We partner with engagement teams throughout the lifecycle—from bidding and contracting to delivery—ensuring compliance with PwC standards and safeguarding our brand.

How You’ll Contribute

As a Senior Associate in Deals Risk & Quality, 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:

• Support senior leadership in assessing risks associated with client engagements, including reputational, contractual, and legal risks
• Review engagement panels and identify potential exposures PwC could face
• Provide input on contract clauses, evaluating liability caps, profitability calculations, and risk mitigation measures
• Collaborate with engagement teams to ensure risk is managed throughout the delivery process
• Monitor and manage risks in Deals, including reputational and service permissibility risks, under the guidance of senior risk managers
• Prepare reports and analysis to support risk assessments and decision‑making by leadership
• Contribute to training initiatives to build risk awareness across Deals teams
• Stay informed about emerging risks and technologies impacting engagements

What You’ll Bring

• Arabic language skills are mandatory for this position
• 3+ years of experience in risk management or client advisory roles, preferably within a Big 4 or professional services environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Risk Management, or related field; professional certifications in risk or legal advisory are an advantage
• Strong understanding of contract management, liability, and profitability considerations
• Knowledge of risk management principles and ability to identify and mitigate risks across engagements
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide clear, concise insights to senior stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment
• Your flexibility to travel up to 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 clients

How You’ll Make a Difference

At PwC Middle East, we expect all our people to embody the skills and behaviours ofThe PwC Professional frame work, helping us deliver on our strategy while growing and developing as leaders at every level.

Why You’ll Love Working at PwC

At PwC Middle East, you’ll find more than just a job –you’ll build a meaningful career, supported by rewards and benefits that help you thrive. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and programs that promote well‑being, balance, and personal growth. You’ll have access to continuous learning, digital upskilling, and a collaborative environment that values innovation, mentorship, and diversity. Discover more about Life at PwC Middle East.

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