Senior Manager

Job description / Role

About PwC in the Middle East

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.

Position overview

A career in Middle East Independence offers a unique opportunity to drive integrity-led decision-making across PwC. As a Senior Manager, you will serve as a subject matter expert on SEC (US Securities and Exchange Commission) independence matters, taking a leadership role in upholding and advancing compliance with both external auditor independence regulations and PwC’s internal independence policies.

In this capacity, you will act as a trusted advisor to engagement teams, senior leadership, and key stakeholders guiding them to identify, assess, and mitigate independence risks while promoting a culture of transparency, objectivity, and trust across the firm.

Position summary

As a Senior Manager, you will oversee the strategic execution of PwC’s independence policies and guidance across all Lines of Service. Your primary role will include review of non-assurance scope of services for audit clients subject to SEC (US Securities and Exchange Commission) independence rules and advising business teams on permissibility.

You will review, interpret and update independence policies to align with evolving regulatory requirements. Your role includes leading risk assessments, overseeing complex scope of service consultations, and ensuring consistency and efficiency in independence practices across the Middle East region.

You will collaborate closely with Partners and Directors to anticipate potential independence issues, develop practical solutions, and maintain a commercial yet compliant outlook. Additionally, you will mentor and coach team members, driving excellence in technical capability and professional judgment.

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