Senior Associate - Independence (RM&I)

Management Level
Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary
Kia ora,

Innovate. Build. Reinvent. Make your skills count at PwC New Zealand.

Join our diverse whānau of experts and be supported with coaching, flexibility, and a culture where you truly belong. Here, you’ll work with world-leading technology - including A.I. - bringing your people-focused skills and experience to deliver outcomes that matter.

At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems.

This is a place to keep growing. You’ll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa.

Ngā   k ōrero   mo   tēnei   tūranga   / About the role

As a Senior Associate in the Risk Management and Independence Team, you will  assist  the Firm to  comply with  laws, regulations and professional standards relating to Risk Management and Independence.

In this role, you will  assist  in adhering to essential laws, regulations, and professional standards, applying your keen attention to detail and  strong communication  skills to engage effectively with local and global teams .

If  you're  self-motivated, curious, and driven to make a meaningful impact, this is your chance to contribute to a vital function within PwC, ensuring we continue to lead with integrity and excellence in a dynamic and supportive environment .

Your day-to-day could include:

- Provide   day-to-day guidance and support to PwC people on Risk Management & Independence (RM&I) tools, processes, and compliance requirements.

- Assist   with the testing, rollout, and continuous improvement of global RM&I tools and systems across PwC New Zealand.

- Review compliance activities and support quality assurance processes to ensure regulatory and internal policy requirements are met.

- Prepare clear communications, training materials, and presentations to help educate and support staff through compliance processes.

- Support the wider RM&I team by resolving queries,   assisting   with independence matters, and   maintaining   evidence for the firm's Quality Management System.

Ngā   pūkenga   ka   kawea   mai   e   koe , ka   whakawhanakehia   rānei   i   tēnei   tūranga     /   Skills you will bring or develop in this   role

- Around   4   years' experience  in risk management, independence, compliance, or a related field within professional services or the financial services industry.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and build effective working relationships.

- Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and self-driven approach.

- Confidence using Microsoft Office and web-based systems, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to   new technologies .

- Strong   organisational   and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, collaborate with teams, and meet deadlines.

If you   don’t   meet every requirement, we still want to hear from you - your skills and potential may be a great fit.

Ngā   āhuatanga   hirahira   o   te   mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ

- Rewards   - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals

- Growth   - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways

- Wellbeing   -   $250 annual wellbeing allowance;   Life & income protection;   S onder/EAP/Headspace;   15   days ’   paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)

- Reputation   - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and   you’ll   accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems.

- Flexibility   - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture

- Time off   -   T wo   paid   recognition days   off   provided each year   during our   annual summer shutdown period ;   p urchase   up to two extra weeks’ annual leave

- Whānau & community   - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave

Mō   te   aha   tāu   e   tatari   ana? / What are you waiting for?

Hit Apply now. To learn how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC, visit our careers site at   https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html .

Grow here. Go further.

Ngā   whakautu   ki o   pātai   /   Your questions answered

Motuhake / Independence:   Maintaining   independence is fundamental to   demonstrating   that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an   independence   review process.

Tono tika   mai   / Please apply directly:   We’re   not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. If   you’d   like to be considered, please apply directly -   we’d   love to hear from you.

Nau   mai   ngā   tono   wawe   / We encourage early applications:   This role may close before the listed date if we   identify   a suitable candidate.

Atamai   h angahanga   / A.I. usage:   Please note that secure, A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people.

Travel Requirements
Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No

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