Leisure & Entertainment Advisory Senior Manager

Description

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 8,000 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 328,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Deals

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

What to consider before applying
This role requires the candidate to be based out of our Dubai, UAE or Riyadh, KSA office. Key responsibilities include:

• Subject Matter Expertise:
  • Experience in the Leisure & Entertainment sector across a range of functional areas such as developing Strategy (Corporate / BU/ Portfolio/ Phasing) , business plans, pricing models, performing commercial due diligence as well advising on the appropriate operating model for clients.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and innovations that impact Leisure & Entertainment investment decisions.
• Client Engagement and Business Development:
  • Cultivate strong relationships with Leisure & Entertainment organizations, investment firms, and related stakeholders in the Middle East.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the Leisure and Entertainment Practice, leveraging your network and expertise.
• Thought Leadership and Innovation:
  • Contribute to thought leadership initiatives by producing industry reports, whitepapers, and case studies that offer insights into Leisure & Entertainment investment.
  • Participate in industry conferences, panels, and events to showcase expertise.
• Project Leadership and Team Management
  • Lead and oversee consulting projects related to Leisure & Entertainment, ensuring successful project delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Mentor and guide project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

The Requirements:

• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in leisure & entertainment / Tourism advisory, or a related field, with a strong focus on investment strategies.

• Ideal candidate should have prior experience working on water parks, theme parks, adventure parks, zoos, safaris,marinas, & cinemas.

• Proven track record of successfully leading consulting projects related to leisure & entertainment operations, event management, and strategic leisure & entertainment investments.

• Strong network within the leisure & entertainment industry in the Middle East / Europe, including relationships with organizations, investors, and key decision-makers.

• Ideally understand Middle East market dynamics and the drivers of Leisure & entertainment sector growth.

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex ideas and insights effectively.

• Masters degree in business administration, finance, real estate management, or a related field is preferred from a global top university or business school.

• Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing project teams, and contributing to team development.

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Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date

Job ID:526989WD

Industry:Not Applicable

Service:Advisory

Grade:Senior Manager

Location:Dubai, Riyadh

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