Assurance, Graduate Programme 2026 – Middle East

PwC Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in the Riyadh Region is seeking an Associate to join their Assurance programme. You will work closely with clients to help them navigate complex challenges and provide insights through data analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a commitment to professional growth. Opportunities include working with major companies and gaining invaluable experience in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• On track to achieve a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or equivalent.
• Fluency in English; Arabic preferred.
• Eligibility to work in chosen location without restrictions.
• Motivation to pursue a professional qualification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in audits and assurance engagements.
• Analyze data and identify key risks for actionable insights.
• Support project delivery by collaborating and leveraging digital tools.
• Build trusted relationships with clients.
• Continuously develop skills through experience and feedback.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client management

Education

Recent or final-year undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

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 organizations 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 Middle East Assurance practice includes over 2,300 people based in 12 countries across the region and is part of PwC’s global network that operates worldwide. PwC Middle East’s Assurance practice combines the right mix of human‑led and tech‑powered solutions to provide our clients with quality audits and other risk services that create confidence and impact in our region and across society.

Programme Overview

Our Assurance programme will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside our business leaders, helping clients to solve their toughest problems and capture their greatest opportunities. We work with some of the region’s largest and most complex companies to understand their unique business issues and opportunities in a fast‑moving and evolving landscape.

You can join the graduate programme across one of the following locations: Doha, Riyadh, Jeddah, Al Khobar, Dhahran, Manama, Cairo, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Beirut, Muscat, Kuwait City, Ramallah, Tripoli, and Amman.

How You’ll Contribute

As an Associate, you will be working as part of a team that helps clients build trust, solve complex challenges, and proactively assist in the management of several engagements. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Participating in audits and assurance engagements, ensuring the highest standards of quality and integrity
• Analyzing data and identifying key risks to provide actionable insights for clients
• Supporting the delivery of client projects by collaborating with colleagues and leveraging digital tools
• Building trusted relationships with clients through clear communication and commitment to excellence
• Continuously developing your skills through hands‑on experience, coaching, and feedback

What You’ll Bring

• A recent or final‑year undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, with a strong academic record
• You will be on track to achieve a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or equivalent in your undergraduate degree
• Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are preferred
• Strong analytical, communication, and client management skills
• A commitment to continuous learning, collaboration, and delivering quality and integrity
• Eligibility to work in your chosen location without restrictions
• Motivation to pursue a professional qualification (such as ACCA, CPA, or SOCPA) during your journey with us
• Travel Requirements: You may be asked 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

For our graduate programme, we focus on hiring nationals within their respective countries. Kindly keep this in mind when selecting your preferred location.

How You’ll Make a Difference

At PwC Middle East, we expect all our people to embody the skills and behaviours of The PwC Professional framework, 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 up‑skilling, and a collaborative environment that values innovation, mentorship, and diversity. Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially here. Discover more about Life at PwC Middle East.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, Apply Now!