Talent Assessment Senior Associate

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.About UsWith offices in 152 countries and nearly 328,000 professionals, we are one of the world’s leading professional services networks, helping organisations and individuals create lasting value through Assurance, Tax and Advisory services. For over 40 years, we have contributed to the Middle East’s transformation journey, partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions. Today, more than 12,000 of us across Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE are shaping the region’s future.Line of Service OverviewInternal Firm Services (IFS) is the trusted foundation of PwC, delivering innovative managed services and operational capabilities that enable our clients’ evolving needs. A career in IFS offers diverse opportunities across Human Capital, Finance, Technology, Clients & Markets, Marketing & Communications, Risk & Quality, Partner Development, Office Management, and Managed Services. We don’t just support the business—we shape it, driving strategies and initiatives that power growth and transformation across PwC Middle East.Business Unit OverviewManaged Services is the delivery and execution business within PwC, providing operational solutions for clients. It brings the best of PwC’s advisory capabilities, our technology expertise and our operational delivery to help clients solve complex problems.How You’ll ContributeAs a Talent Assessment Senior Associate , you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping support our Human Capital Managed Services Clients. Your primary focus will be supporting the delivery of talent management, performance management, employee engagement, and change management activities to strengthen organizational capability and employee experience. The role contributes to the implementation of assessments, development interventions, engagement initiatives, and talent processes across the employee lifecycle.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Talent Assessment & Evaluation SupportSupport the execution of talent assessment activities such as competency assessments, development assessments, assessment centers, and feedback sessions.Coordinate assessment logistics, documentation, scheduling, and data consolidation.Maintain assessment records and support reporting of outcomes to relevant HR teams and leaders.Performance Management Cycle SupportSupport operational components of the performance management cycle including goal setting, mid-year reviews, annual evaluations, probation reviews, and system updates.Track completion rates, follow up with managers and employees, and ensure adherence to timelines.Provide basic guidance to staff on the performance management process and expectations.Employee Engagement & Culture SupportAssist in designing, deploying, and analyzing employee engagement surveys and pulse checks.Consolidate insights to support action planning at departmental and organizational levels.Support culture-building activities, recognition initiatives, and communication campaigns.Talent Development & Succession SupportAssist in coordination of development programs, Individual Development Plans (IDPs), learning pathways, and career development initiatives.Track progression of talent pool members and high‑potential employees.Support preparation of reports, materials, and data insights for talent reviews and succession discussions.Change Management & Communication SupportSupport change management activities related to talent initiatives (e.g., new frameworks, system changes, policy updates).Assist in preparing communication materials, training decks, FAQs, and awareness campaigns.Data, Analytics & ReportingMaintain accurate talent data across HR systems and trackers.Prepare dashboards and metrics for performance cycles, assessment results, engagement scores, and talent mobility.Analyze trends and highlight areas requiring action or improvement.Continuous Improvement ContributionIdentify gaps in talent processes and recommend enhancements based on feedback and data.Participate in talent-related projects and process transformation initiatives.What You’ll BringYears of Experience: Minimum 4 years in Human Resources, Talent Assessment, Talent development, or Performance Management.Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.Technical SkillsKnowledge of talent asse