Industries - Director

Job Description & Summary

PwC Global Overview
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 are a network of firms in 149 countries with more than 370,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.

PwC Middle East Overview
Established in the region for over 40 years, PwC Middle East employs around 12,000 people across 12 countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and the United Arab Emirates. 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 Overview
Internal Firm Services (IFS) is a network of specialist support professionals that includes Clients & Markets, Recruitment, Marketing & Communications, Human Capital, Finance, Technology, Learning and Development, and Procurement, to name but a few. Each team plays a vital role in ensuring we have the right resources, services, and technology across our business.

Business Unit Overview - Industries
The Industries team, part of the Middle East Clients & Markets structure, supports and informs the Firm’s leadership of key industry trends, prospects, and priorities. The team is the primary driver for the transformation of the respective industries into client-centric centers of excellence that lead the identification and development of new markets, accounts, and business opportunities.

The current position is for an Industries Director across territories.

This high-profile role works closely with the Clients & Markets Leader on aligning the Firm’s and Industry leadership around an Industry-centric go-to-market strategy. The Industries Director provides strategic support and advice on the implementation and execution of the individual Industry Plans, and integrates them to articulate a clear Industry proposition to the Firm.

Specific roles and responsibilities include:

• Articulate, advocate and communicate the Industry(s) proposition and its value to internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and support the Industries team in the design, implementation, and execution of PwC Middle East’s 8 Industry Programmes.
• Quality check and review industry-specific insights and analysis including market assessments, industry trends, and industry account planning.
• Lead/support Industry(s) innovation projects and partnerships that strengthen the PwC brand and positioning.
• Review, analyze and communicate the value of the Industry Programme(s) to the Firm’s leadership with clear recommendations on how to maximize value.
• Share and exchange PwC Middle East Industry(s) insights with the broader PwC Global & EMEA networks.
• You would be a perfect match if:
• You have 10+ years of experience in strategic planning and programme implementation across territories and multiple areas of scope.
• You are agile and innovative, with experience in designing and structuring frameworks and propositions.
• You have an open mindset, a high level of curiosity, and are service-focused.
• You have strong experience working in a professional services firm/one of the Big 4 (PwC Middle East being a big plus).
• You have strong communication skills with high attention to detail.