Murtaza

Murtaza joined PwC Middle East (Dubai) in September 2022 as a Deals Tax Associate (through the Tax & Legal Services Graduate Programme). One of Murtaza’s reasons for choosing to apply for his role is that “PwC has one of the largest tax practices in the GCC and is at the forefront of pioneering tax strategies in the region.” He was also attracted to “PwC’s extensive client base and access to large-scale projects which allows associates to have a real-world impact. Further, working at PwC provides exposure to cross-border transactions and opportunities to collaborate with overseas offices. This international exposure allows one to navigate through diverse tax regimes to expand their knowledge, build global networks, engage with prestigious clients, and participate in complex initiatives.”

Murtaza performs a wide variety of tasks in his role and summarised his responsibilities as “being involved throughout the lifecycle of an engagement including, but not limited to, analysing cross-border deals for mergers and acquisitions, assessing viability and risks, xLoS collaboration, preparing targeted deliverables, and driving technological advancements through innovation to provide solutions to complex issues.”

One of Murtaza’s most fulfilling things about working at PwC includes “the development I have had as a professional. Working in the PwC Dubai office has trained me to think critically and analytically, and it enhanced my soft skills including presentation skills, networking, and relationship building. Working on industry-diverse projects has facilitated skill development, knowledge expansion, cultivated versatility, and has positioned me to grow in my career.”

Giving advice to anybody going through the interview process at PwC Middle East, Murtaza said “Reflect on your past experiences, projects and accomplishments which demonstrate your skills and abilities. Seek opportunities to add value to the firm.”