Deals Strategy & Operations Senior Associate

About PwC Middle East

PwC is a global professional services network with offices in 152 countries and nearly 328,000 professionals. The firm provides Assurance, Tax, and Advisory services. For over 40 years, PwC has supported the Middle East's transformation, partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions. Currently, over 12,000 professionals across Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE contribute to shaping the region's future.

The Deals Practice and Deals Strategy & Operations Team

The Deals practice assists clients in creating, capturing, and delivering value through mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and strategic investments. This involves providing end-to-end advisory services, combining industry knowledge with technical expertise to support clients' growth and transformation objectives. The Deals Strategy & Operations (DSO) team delivers strategic, commercial, and operational insights to corporates, private equity firms, family offices, and government entities. The team advises on investment and divestment decisions, evaluates business plans, and addresses critical operational and transformational challenges to achieve sustainable outcomes for clients.

About the Role: Deals Strategy & Operations Senior Associate

PwC Middle East is seeking a Deals Strategy & Operations Senior Associate to join the team in Riyadh. This full-time role requires 2-5 years of experience and focuses on supporting clients within the Healthcare and Pharma sectors. The Senior Associate will work as part of a team to address complex business issues from strategy development to execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies, commercial due diligence, market assessments, and growth strategies for healthcare and pharma clients.
• Structure analysis and apply strategic frameworks to resolve client problems and develop actionable recommendations.
• Take ownership of engagement components and collaborate with team members to deliver high-quality reports and presentations.
• Research, aggregate, and analyze data to extract insights and support strategic decision-making.
• Assist in preparing business plans and evaluating company strategies against market performance and competitor strength.
• Support internal business development activities and contribute to proposals and thought leadership.
• Actively participate in client engagements, working closely with Managers and Senior Managers.

Candidate Profile

Candidates for this role are expected to embody the skills and behaviors outlined in The PwC Professional framework, contributing to the firm's strategy while developing as leaders. The position requires 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Work Environment and Benefits

PwC Middle East offers a work environment that supports career development through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and programs promoting well-being, balance, and personal growth. Employees have access to continuous learning opportunities, digital upskilling, and a collaborative environment that values innovation, mentorship, and diversity. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Riyadh.