Deals Strategy & Operations Senior Manager-Financial Services

Description

At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 236,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,200 people across 12 countries. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Delivering Deal Value

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, we value every individual's role in shaping our future. We're looking for candidates who excel in their roles and embody our core behaviours of Trusted Leadership and Distinctive Outcomes. Trusted Leadership focuses on building trust, delivering sustained results, and showing courage and honesty. Distinctive Outcomes emphasize excellence, collaboration, and inclusiveness. We seek self-aware, collaborative individuals committed to continuous learning and delivering quality and integrity.

Our Delivering Deal Value (DDV) team within the Deals Strategy & Operations unit provides strategic and operational advice to investors, including private equity firms, banks, and major corporations. As a Manager in our Financial Services sector, you will be at the forefront of guiding clients through critical post-merger integrations, operational due diligence, and strategic initiatives, with a focus on the Financial Services industry, including banking, digital banking, and fintech sectors.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead post-merger integrations, identifying synergies, and value creation opportunities
• Provide strategic and operational advice across the deal lifecycle, from strategy design to post-deal execution
• Conduct commercial due diligence, feasibility studies, and market assessments, particularly in the Financial Services sector
• Drive the development of operating models for banking and fintech clients, including digital banking solutions
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, managing relationships, project delivery, and expectations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape client strategies and deliver sustained outcomes
  
  

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in the Financial Services sector, with at least 3 years in Financial Services consulting
• In-depth knowledge of the Financial Services industry, including banking (especially digital banking) and fintech (e.g., payments)
• Proven record of success in commercial due diligence or corporate strategy
• Participated in feasibility and transformation studies
• Hands on experience with assisting clients in strategic planning and business reviews; growth, market entry and international expansion; and market opportunity sizing
• Experience in the execution and program management of post-merger integrations / carve outs ranging from large scale acquisitions and disposals to smaller scale transactions will be an advantage
• Ability to deliver significant business results that reflect strategic and creative thinking and individual initiative
• Confident to manage multi-resource engagements
• Comfortable providing direction, coaching and guidance to junior resources
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead and drive project delivery end-to-end
• Proficiency with the full consulting toolkit (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel) and a self-starter attitude
• Arabic speaking would be considered an asset
• Your flexibility to travel 40-60% 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.
  
  

Why You’ll Love PwC

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll 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 at https://www.pwc.com/m1/en/about-us/life-at-pwc.html

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Administration, Carve-Outs, Change Management, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Contract Negotiation, Cost Efficiency, Cost Reduction, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Enhanced Due Diligence, HR Due Diligence, Inclusion, Initial Public Offering (IPO), Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, M&A Strategy, Market Research, Operational Advice {+ 19 more}

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Travel Requirements

Up to 40%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

No

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