Deals Strategy Senior Manager-Industrial & Transportation

PwC Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 374,000 - 488,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Manager in Riyadh to lead strategy projects at the intersection of strategy and transactions. The role involves engaging with major clients, advising on high-impact growth and transformation strategies, and managing complex projects. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in management consulting or corporate strategy with a strong track record in M&A and growth engagements. Fluency in Arabic is a plus and travel flexibility across the Middle East is required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in management consulting or corporate strategy roles.
• Experience in growth-focused engagements beyond cost optimization.
• Track record in transactions and M&A.
• Sector experience in industrials, mobility, consumer, and construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements across the full investment lifecycle.
• Advise on turnaround strategies and IPO readiness.
• Support clients on major transformation projects.

Skills

Growth strategy

M&A expertise

Client engagement

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Arabic language

Job description

Job Description & Summary

We’re seeking a Senior Manager to join our high-performing Strategy team within the Deals Line of Service. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of strategy and transactions, supporting major government and private sector clients on high-impact growth, transformation, and investment decisions.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in shaping and delivering growth strategy, corporate development, operating model design, and transaction advisory services across high-priority sectors such as transport & logistics, industrials, automotive, and construction. With several marquee opportunities on the horizon—including large-scale regional initiatives and a pivotal RFP win already in progress—this role offers the chance to operate at the forefront of regional transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements across the full investment lifecycle, with a focus on pre-deal strategy, commercial due diligence (CDD), target screening, market entry strategy, and deal execution
• Support investors, sovereign wealth funds, and corporates in identifying, evaluating, and capturing opportunities in industrials, mobility, consumer, defense, and related sectors
• Advise on turnaround strategies, IPO readiness, new market entry, and value creation plans to drive sustainable growth
• Partner with international businesses looking to localize operations in the region, particularly in highly regulated environments
• Deliver strategic and operational advice for public sector entities and regulators, including large-scale transformation programs, localization agendas, and industry-wide initiatives
• Translate strategy into execution by setting up new businesses, driving post-deal integration, and implementing operational improvement initiatives
• Support clients on major transformation projects, particularly in UAE and KSA aligning with national growth and localization agendas
• Apply deep understanding of industrial, manufacturing, automotive, defense, consumer, mobility, and construction value chains to design tailored growth strategies
• Advise on large-scale capital programs, privatization initiatives, and investment promotion strategies in regulated and open markets
• Conduct market assessments, feasibility studies, and business planning to support client decision-making
• Manage and oversee multiple complex projects simultaneously, ensuring high-quality, timely delivery
• Cultivate and manage relationships with senior executives, industry leaders, and government stakeholders
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, supporting proposals, and deepening client relationships

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant experience in top-tier management consulting or in-house corporate strategy roles
• Demonstrated expertise in growth-focused engagements (beyond cost optimization), including growth strategy, new market entry, turnaround strategy, IPO readiness, and value creation
• Proven track record in transactions and M&A, including commercial due diligence, joint ventures, integrations, carve-outs, and spin-offs – with the ability to link transaction work to long-term strategy
• Sector experience across industrial manufacturing, automotive, defense, consumer, mobility, and construction, ideally within the Middle East region
• Strong understanding of regional market dynamics, including localization agendas, sovereign wealth fund investment priorities, and regulatory environments
• Experience working with both private sector operators and public sector entities, supporting transformation programs, market-shaping initiatives, and national growth agendas
• Proven ability to lead high-impact projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery and exceptional client outcomes
• Strong client presence and ability to engage credibly with C-suite executives, government leaders, and senior stakeholders
• Experience overseeing complex, multi-workstream projects, managing budgets, and driving cross-functional collaboration
• Rigorous analytical skills with the ability to apply structured problem-solving, creative thinking, and quantitative analysis to complex issues
• Excellent communication and presentation skills – articulate, persuasive, and able to deliver clear, compelling messages to diverse audiences
• Entrepreneurial, pragmatic, and hands-on, with a “roll up your sleeves” approach to driving strategy through to implementation
• Comfort operating across multiple business units, integrating cross-functional perspectives, and driving transformation agendas
• Arabic language skills considered a strong plus
• Flexibility to travel up to 40% of the time across the Middle East region

Education

Education details not specified in the posting.

Certifications

Certifications not specified in the posting.

Other Details

• Required Skills: see listing in job description
• Optional Skills: see listing in job description
• Travel Requirements: Up to 40%
• Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?: Yes
• Government Clearance Required?: No

Job Posting End Date: Tagged as: Advisory