Senior Associate II

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Operations

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

A career in our Independence & Ethics function will give you the opportunity to work with a team that provides our firm with extensive compliance monitoring and assesses independence according to regulations. You will have the opportunity to develop a holistic approach to risk that protects PwC businesses, facilitates strategic decision making, and enhances compliance by assisting the firm in the assessment of independence and business conduct practices.

Our team helps PwC develop and design effective compliance initiatives that allow us to proactively manage our compliance programs. You will assist through all stages of the compliance programs including compliance assessments, development and transformation, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.

Contribute to creating a better tomorrow

The only way we can tackle challenges of this fast-changing world is with passionate people. Led by our purpose of building trust and solving important problems, we come together at PwC to address the biggest issues facing the world in a way that drives positive impact.

Are you eager to join a team fueled by open and curious minds, who are passionate about their work and create new solutions for a new day? Care about protecting the brand and the people you are working with? Then you’re at the right place!

Bring your talent. Learn new skills. Make a positive impact.

Are you seeking a professional opportunity where your contributions will play a significant role in safeguarding the reputation and success of a renowned global brand?

More specifically, the Internal Firm Services (IFS) is the beating heart of everything we do at PwC. IFS is made up of various teams including our Independence, Compliance & Business Conduct Function and together we form the support network of the entire firm. As part of IFS, we’ll guide you to becoming a vital contributor in providing our colleagues and clients the best possible experience at PwC.

Our Independence, Compliance, & Business Conduct Team helps the firm, its partners and staff, manage a range of regulatory and professional requirements to ensure the firm’s independence from audit and assurance clients. We advise a broad range of internal stakeholders on the Independence requirements surrounding PwC’s relationships and interactions with third parties, and we use Global compliance systems and processes to clear and monitor arrangements within our vast community of solvers. As an Assistant Manager in the Independence & Compliance Team, you’ll make a real impact in a workplace that’s human-led and tech-enabled.

Your Impact

A career in our Independence function will give you the opportunity to work with a team that provides our firm with extensive compliance monitoring and assesses independence according to regulations. You will have the opportunity to develop a holistic approach to risk that protects PwC businesses, facilitates strategic decision making, and enhances compliance by assisting the firm in the assessment of independence and business conduct practices.
 
Our team helps PwC develop and design effective compliance initiatives that allow us to proactively manage our compliance programs. You will assist through all stages of the compliance programs including compliance assessments, development and transformation, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.

Job Description

To stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and value-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional, our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

As an Assistant Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues. As part of our Independence, Compliance & Business Conduct team, you’ll be responsible for the following: 

• Manage core Independence & Compliance processes by analyzing potential breaches and preparing breach reporting.
• Apply complex regulatory and policy requirements to a range of facts and circumstances, and provide practical solutions in novel scenarios.
• Analyze PwC services and other commercial relationships to identify potential issues and advise on how to address such issues.
• Participate in an international network of Independence and Business Conduct specialists.
• Advise engagement teams on the application of Independence rules and policies.
• Train users and ensure the correct use of PwC Global compliance systems.
• Develop training materials and process documents, and deliver Independence & Compliance training across the firm.
• Ensure Independence controls and Compliance monitoring activities are appropriately applied.
• Manage service delivery to ensure that Independence & Compliance queries are answered promptly.
• Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
• Use feedback and reflection to develop self-awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
• Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, and coach them to deliver results.
• Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
• Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

 Job Requirements

• Solid experience working in a professional role with an Audit, Compliance, Legal, Ethics, Risk or Business Conduct background preferred.
• Analytical, written and communication skills, focus on client service and ability to work with teams will be crucial in this role.
• Previous Independence, Compliance, Ethics or Risk experience is preferred, yet not required. We will provide thorough training in both a formal and informal capacity. We are a dynamic and collaborative team who will support your learning and experience as you develop in your role.
• Being commercially aware and having the willingness to work with the business to provide practical and timely advice. Strong interpersonal skills in order to manage stakeholders effectively. The capacity to learn, drive to succeed and dedication to quality will be key parts of the role. 
• This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment so being agile, able to multitask and having strong organizational skills will be the key to success.

Education and Experience:

• ACA with at least 1 year of work experience post qualification
• ACCA with at least 4 years of work experience
• Articleship completed from Big 4
• Part-qualified CA with 2+ years work experience post completion of training from Big 4
• Masters degree with current work experience of 2+ years in compliance/ ethics / risk function of a large size organization

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Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

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