Associate / Senior Associate, Internal Audit - Banking Risk

About Us

PwC is a global professional services network with a significant presence in the Middle East for over 40 years. We assist organizations and individuals in creating enduring value through Assurance, Tax, and Advisory services. Our team of over 12,000 professionals across the region is dedicated to shaping the future of the Middle East by partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions.

Line of Service Overview

Within PwC Consulting, you will be instrumental in shaping strategies that redefine industries and drive national visions. We collaborate with leaders to implement transformative solutions in areas such as enterprise strategy, digital innovation, operational excellence, cyber resilience, and risk management. Join a dynamic community that champions bold thinking, collaboration, and measurable impact, where your expertise fuels change and generates lasting value.

Business Unit Overview

As a member of the Risk Consulting team, you will empower organizations to enhance their resilience and build trust. We provide comprehensive advisory solutions that enable businesses to align their objectives with regulatory mandates, effectively mitigate risks, and address the diverse needs of key stakeholders. Our Risk Consulting practice encompasses a wide array of services, including Internal Audit, Enterprise Risk Management, Governance, Policies and Procedures, Internal Control over Financial Reporting, Process Intelligence and Compliance, and Technology Risk and Cybersecurity. This is where risk management converges with business transformation, driven by insight and purpose.

How You’ll Contribute

As a Senior Associate in Risk, you will be part of a team of problem solvers, contributing to the resolution of complex business challenges from inception to completion. Your role will involve acting as a trusted advisor to clients on risk and internal control matters. You will engage with diverse teams throughout the audit lifecycle, from planning to finalization, closely monitoring task progress to ensure adherence to timelines and internal KPIs. A key aspect of your role will be collaborating with clients to enhance their internal control maturity and risk mitigation strategies by developing robust internal audit and risk management frameworks. You will identify critical risks, define audit methodologies, and pinpoint areas for process improvement by thoroughly understanding client objectives, risk landscapes, control frameworks, systems, and regulatory environments. Building and nurturing strong client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and reflecting PwC's values in all interactions are essential. You will also be responsible for managing engagement budgets and economics, leading teams, and facilitating effective communication with clients and stakeholders. Your work will involve helping clients navigate evolving risk landscapes by developing and executing test plans, assessing control effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement, and delivering impactful reports. You will provide on-the-ground support for the planning, implementation, and administration of clients' Internal Audit Plans, focusing on compliance, financial, and operational audits. This includes conducting tests to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, drafting audit findings, analyzing their impact, identifying potential risks, and proposing recommendations. You will also contribute to service offering development in internal audit, risk, and controls, and ensure engagements are planned and executed efficiently within budget and time constraints. Assisting clients with the deployment and development of their internal audit and internal control functions, studying business functions, gathering information, and evaluating output requirements are also key responsibilities. Furthermore, you will review the work of associate-level staff, providing on-the-job training, coaching, and constructive feedback, while ensuring strict adherence to compliance, quality, and independence standards. Continuous learning and digital upskilling are expected, along with performing other necessary procedures to support assurance deliverables.

What Will You Bring?

We are seeking ambitious individuals eager to grow and develop. You should possess the following characteristics: A degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Governance, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Professional qualifications such as CIA, CPA, CRMA, CFE, CGRCP, PMP, or CMA are advantageous. You should have progressive experience at the Senior Associate level or a minimum of 3-6 years in internal audit, ideally within a Big Four professional services firm. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are crucial for thriving in a team setting. Strong report writing and analytical capabilities are required. Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English (both spoken and written) is essential. Business development and client relationship-building skills are important. A willingness to challenge conventional approaches and foster a cohesive, effective working team is expected. Demonstrable strong technical knowledge and the ability to research issues, present alternatives, and articulate conclusions to clients and management are necessary. A background in governance, risk management, and compliance, coupled with an up-to-date understanding of business challenges and influencing client conversations, is vital. Experience in assessing and testing the design and effectiveness of business controls is required. Project management skills and the ability to lead engagements end-to-end, working directly with partners and managers, are essential. Familiarity with audit technologies and experience with data analytics tools are a plus. A commitment to valuing differences and collaborating with diverse individuals and perspectives is expected. You must have the ability and willingness to travel frequently within the Middle East and globally as project requirements dictate.

How You’ll Make a Difference

At PwC Middle East, we expect all our people to embody the skills and behaviors 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. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and programs designed to support your well-being, work-life balance, and personal growth. You will have access to continuous learning opportunities, digital upskilling resources, and a collaborative environment that fosters innovation, mentorship, and diversity. Are you ready to make an impact? Do you want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can achieve exponential growth here. Discover more about Life at PwC Middle East.