About Deloitte

Deloitte is one of the world's largest and most prestigious professional services firms, recognized as a Best Employer in the Middle East. The firm is committed to making an impact that matters for clients, its people, and society. This commitment is guided by shared values that include leading the way, serving with integrity, taking care of each other, fostering inclusion, and collaborating for measurable impact.

The Role of Resource Planning Associate

Deloitte is seeking a Resource Planning Experienced Associate for its Audit & Assurance practice in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is central to the strategic scheduling and deployment of Audit Professionals, with a primary objective of maximizing utilization levels and deployment effectiveness across diverse assignments. The Associate will report to local and regional leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the deployment of auditors to a diverse array of assignments throughout the year, focusing on maximizing utilization and deployment effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Managers and Talent Group Leaders to address business requirements and resolve potential conflicts, ensuring alignment with established policies and frameworks.
• Maintain and regularly update schedules on the dedicated resource planning tool to ensure accuracy.
• Plan resources efficiently, taking into account engagement budgets, gearing, service excellence, and employee development.
• Monitor and track resource utilization, identify utilization gaps, and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Collaborate with HR on resource onboarding and offboarding, identify manpower and recruitment needs, and address employee performance concerns.
• Work with the Learning department to effectively implement learning requirements.
• Generate and analyze various reports to ensure quality standards are met.
• Communicate resourcing concerns to leadership to enable informed decision-making.
• Actively manage expectations and escalate matters where necessary.
• Perform other relevant tasks as deemed necessary.

Candidate Requirements and Experience

The ideal candidate will possess 5 to 10 years of experience in resource planning, scheduling, or a similar operational role, preferably within a professional services environment. Candidates should demonstrate personal accountability for keeping performance on track and understand how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business. A proactive approach to understanding business needs and key resourcing priorities is essential.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective interaction with different age groups and seniority levels.
• Good negotiation and problem-solving skills to address and resolve conflicts.
• High organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, critical for maintaining accurate schedules.
• Proactive team player, willing to support other teams and collaborate effectively.
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities across multiple workstreams.
• Proficiency in data analysis with a high degree of accuracy.
• Pleasant, approachable, and professional conduct.
• Strong commitment to personal learning and development, acting as a brand ambassador.
• Understanding of Deloitte's purpose and values, with an ability to explore opportunities for impact.

Work Environment and Application

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Deloitte fosters an inclusive environment where collaboration and integrity are key. Qualified candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to apply.