Risk Ethics - Senior Consultant Independence Office - Assurance

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS Risk & Quality (R&Q)

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

Permanent

Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane/Perth/Adelaide Full Time Hybrid Senior Associate

• Consult on independence regulation and policy matters that impact the Assurance practice.

• Providing advice on a range of independence matters.

• Flexible work options work smarter in a way that suits your lifestyle.

About the Role

Our Risk & Ethics team looking for a Risk & Ethics Senior Consultant (Independence Office Assurance) to join our vast community of solvers. The Risk & Ethics team brings our purpose to life by helping the firm its partners and staff manage a range of regulatory and professional requirements to ensure the firms independence from audit and assurance clients.

Youll help solve complex problems by using your skills in:

• Audit or Compliance

• Analytical and communications skills

• Managing stakeholders effectively

In our Risk & Ethics team your impact will be seen by:

• Working with client facing engagement teams predominantly in the Assurance practice (escalating as appropriate to more senior members of the team) by:

  • Assisting them to interpret and understand the relevant independence rules and to reflect these appropriately.

  • Conducting data reviews and communicating findings and anomalies to the practice to aid continued improvement.

• Assisting with projects to create update and improve guidance materials as well as advising on the rollout of new systems and technologies relating to the management of critical risk areas.

• Managing your workflow as appropriate reporting to managers and senior managers on the team.

• Ensuring your service delivery of queries are answered promptly

• Attending training sessions to develop a strong independence knowledge base.

• Assisting with other areas of the Independence team as required.

More About You

• You have solid experience working in a professional role with an Audit or Compliance background. Audit experience is preferred but not essential. No previous Independence experience is necessary.

• Your analytical and communication skills focus on client service and ability to work with teams in a matrix organisation will be crucial in this role.

• You are skilled in applying complex legislative regulatory and policy requirements to a range of facts and circumstances and can take the next step to provide practical solutions in novel scenarios.

• You are commercially aware and have the willingness to work with the client facing business to provide practical and timely advice. Your excellent interpersonal skills will enable you to manage stakeholders effectively. Your capacity to learn drive to succeed and dedication to quality will be key parts of the role.

• Youre a problem solver by nature and want to join a firm that values the kind of people who reimagine the possible for their clients and stakeholders. Most importantly you act with integrity and show care for the people you work with.

About PwC

At PwC we are a humanled techpowered community of solvers. We approach problems with curiosity collaboration and willingness to challenge the status quo to develop innovative solutions in partnership with Australian businesses and notforprofits. Together we strive to make a positive impact and drive meaningful change.

Thats where our people come in. Whether youre just beginning your career or have plenty of experience under your belt we believe your unique perspective can help us to deliver valued insights that make a real impact. Here youll be surrounded by peers who have your back and leaders who support you in an environment that encourages continuous learning and growth.

Your benefits

• Flexible working arrangements for how where and when you work ensuring you thrive while delivering top results for your team and clients

• More opportunities to connect with loved ones with the ability to work up to four weeks from anywhere in Australia and select international locations

• Health and lifestyle perks like a wellness credit and discounted memberships

• Gender inclusive 26 weeks paid parental leave

• Worldclass development opportunities to accelerate your career

• Strong mentors meaningful work and plenty of networking opportunities

• Dress for your day so you can feel confident and comfortable for whatever your day has in store for you

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

We empower our people to use their creativity authenticity and human differences to be champions of change and challenge our thinking. At PwC we understand that diverse perspectives are necessary for solving complex problems. We believe that for diversity to truly flourish it must be nurtured in an inclusive environment. Thats why we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued to thrive.

PwC is committed to making our recruitment processes inclusive so if you need reasonable adjustments or would like to note which pronouns you use at any point in the application or interview process please let us know.

Pat Castro is the Recruitment Manager for the role. As the team experiences high volumes of applications we appreciate your patience to allow for a timely and fair process for all.

No Agencies Please: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs in response to this advertisement. We are only accepting applications direct from individuals.

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Optional Skills

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Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

No

Government Clearance Required

No

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