Date & Location: 10 September 2025, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Attendees: Over 500 partners from PwC’s global and regional networks
A Symbol of Long-Term Commitment in the Kingdom
The meeting marked a significant affirmation of PwC Middle East’s deepening ties with Saudi Arabia. Firm leadership used the gathering to highlight a strengthened multi-dimensional commitment—spanning infrastructure, talent development, innovation, and socio-economic impact.
Unveiling a New Regional Headquarters in Laysen Valley
In a momentous reveal, PwC inaugurated its state-of-the-art 22,400 m² regional headquarters in Riyadh’s Laysen Valley. Designed to support Vision 2030 and regional strategic objectives, this facility offers:
- The Middle East’s largest Experience Centre, serving as a collaborative hub for clients, government entities, and partners to co-create, prototype, and ideate.
- Additional facilities including a forensics lab, PwC Academy, majlis (traditional Arabic gathering spaces), and wellness-first amenities—making it not just a workspace but a multi-functional ecosystem.
- A marketing identity captured in the Arabic phrase “ElDar Darak الدار دارك,” meaning “our home is yours,” reinforcing openness and inclusiveness.
Focus on National Talent & Saudization Goals
PwC reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing Saudi talent:
- Workforce in the Kingdom now exceeds 2,600 professionals, with 56% being Saudi nationals.
- In the past three years, over 2,400 Saudis have joined through PwC’s training programmes.
- 80% of Saudi women in the firm are on leadership development tracks, and major initiatives such as Hemam 2.0 (youth skills accelerator) and Foundation for the Future (graduate leadership development) were reinforced.
Alignment with Vision 2030 and Economic Priorities
At the meeting, PwC’s leadership underlined how the firm’s investments dovetail with Saudi Arabia’s broader economic and social reforms under Vision 2030:
- Emphasizing support for national transformation priorities—economic diversification, education and skills development, and innovation infrastructure.
- Affirming PwC’s long-term regional position not only as a service provider but also as a strategic enabler of sustainable development in the Kingdom.
Omar Alsagga, ME Vice Chairman Assurance, KSA Assurance Leader & Deputy Country Leader at PwC
Leadership Perspectives
Riyadh Al-Najjar, PwC Middle East Chairman of the Board & Saudi Country Senior Partner, described the new regional headquarters as “more than just a building” but a forward-looking investment aimed at empowering people, clients, and the Kingdom’s goals.
Meanwhile, Hani Ashkar, PwC Middle East Senior Partner, framed Saudi Arabia as central to the firm’s regional strategy—with national talent leading across sectors and communities, emphasizing a purpose-driven approach beyond the business relationship.
| Theme | Insight |
|---|---|
| Infrastructure & Innovation | New HQ with Experience Centre symbolizes commitment to modern, collaborative working models. |
| Talent & Saudization | Majority Saudi workforce; strong pipeline for future leaders, especially women. |
| Vision 2030 Alignment | Investments explicitly aligned with national economic and social transformation goals. |
| Regional Engagement | Over 500 partners attended, signaling a unified and robust regional commitment. |
The 2025 Annual Partners’ Meeting marked a milestone moment for PwC Middle East—one defined by bold investments, people-first initiatives, and alignment with Saudi Arabia’s long-term transformation agenda.
