Deals, 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 is seeking an Associate in Riyadh to join their Deals programme. You will analyze data, support client projects, and build relationships, while developing your skills in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has a strong academic record in a STEM or Business-related field, with fluency in English and a commitment to professional growth. Travel may be required for client engagements, and prioritization is given to nationals for hiring in their respective countries.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong academic record with a GPA of 3.5/4.0 or equivalent.
• Commitment to pursuing professional qualifications (e.g., ACCA, ACA).
• Motivation for continuous learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex engagements from strategy to execution.
• Analyze data and identify key risks for actionable insights.
• Support client project delivery in collaboration with colleagues.
• Build trusted client relationships with clear communication.
• Travel may be required for client engagements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Client management

Fluency in English

Arabic language skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in a STEM or Business-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 Deals Line of Service provides you with the opportunity to deliver innovative deal solutions to our clients, provide advice and support, from initiation through to deal completion. In short, we’re a part of helping some of the world’s leading companies across industries originate, create, execute, and realize value from deals. Through data driven insights we help our clients move in the right direction to ensure maximum value for their company.

Programme Overview

Our Deals programme (Edge) will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside our business leaders, helping clients to solve their toughest problems and capture their greatest opportunities. You’ll work across a variety of clients to assist them with their deal needs including Strategy and Transaction Advisory (Due Diligence and Valuations) for domestic and cross border M&A, divestitures and spin-offs, capital markets transactions like IPOs, as well as business restructurings, including bankruptcies and forensic services).

You can join the graduate programme across one of the following locations: Riyadh, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Cairo, Doha, Amman, and Beirut.

How You’ll Contribute

As an Associate, 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:

• Working on complex engagements from strategy to execution, 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
• 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.

The teams you could join include:

• Transaction Services
• Business Restructuring Services
• Forensic Services
• Valuations
• Corporate Finance
• Deals, Strategy & Operations
• Government & Infrastructure

What You’ll Bring

• A recent or final‑year undergraduate degree in a STEM or Business‑related field, with a strong academic record
• You will be on track to achieve a GPA of 3.5/4.0 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, ACA, CPA, or CFA) during your journey with us

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 upskilling, 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!

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