PwC elects Andreas Yiasemides as next CEO in Cyprus

Big Four firm PwC has elected Andreas Yiasemides as its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in Cyprus.

Currently a partner in the Advisory business, Andreas Yiasemides steps into the role on 1 July 2026, when he will succeed Philippos Soseilos. In Cyprus, PwC has more than 1,100 people, making it the largest Big Four on the island.

In his first statement following his election, Yiasemides thanked the partners of PwC for their confidence and expressed his eagerness to lead the firm into its next chapter. “We will work collectively and diligently to ensure that PwC retains its leading position in professional services. We will continue to investing in innovation, our people, and in building strong relationships of trust, offering high-quality services and solutions to our clients.”

Yiasemides began his career at PwC in 1999 and was admitted to the partnership in 2016. He currently serves as a member of the Management Board, as the Clients & Markets Leader and as the Lead of Fund Services.

Prior to joining PwC, his career includes roles at the Bank of Cyprus, where he led the Custody and Trusts Unit, and later at a professional services organisation, where he managed the Fund Services business. He has served on the Boards of Directors of the Bank of Cyprus and the Central Bank of Cyprus and was the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Cyprus Investment Fund Association (CIFA).

“I am very pleased that we have completed our internal new CEO election process, with the partners of the firm democratically electing Andreas to assume the position of CEO. He is a visionary leader, committed to upholding our values and steering the firm toward further development, while continuing to innovate and to deliver exceptional value to our clients with dedication and passion,” said Stelios Violaris, Chair of PwC’s Governance Board in Cyprus.