Independence Senior Associate

Dublin - Ireland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Risk & Quality (R&Q)

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

We are looking to recruit anIndependenceSenior Associateto joinourIndependence Teamas part of thePwC IrelandRisk & Quality function.

Purpose-led workyoullbe part of

A career in Risk Management in a dynamic team that will provide you with the opportunity to advance and foster integrity-based decision making and conduct by PwC professionals throughout our organisation including:

opportunities to interact with partners and practice teams across the firm and Independence Specialists from across the PwC Global network;

wide exposure to the breadth of the firms services and how we deliver these services;and

development of technical knowledge of a key area of firm regulatory risk.

The PwC Ireland Independence Team is part of the firms Risk & Quality group withinBusiness Enablement Solutions(BES)that provides critical business support to the firm in a complex and changing regulatory environment. Itis responsible forworking with the practice across all Lines of Services to ensure that the firm meets its regulatory responsibilities as required under PwC Global Independence policy US SEC rules EU rules local Irish rules and other territories rules.

Responsibilities:

AsaSeniorAssociateyoullwork as part of a team of problem solvers helping to solve complex business issues from strategy toexecution.Youllfocus on promoting and monitoring compliance with the applicable external laws and regulations as well as internal policies and procedures to help manage PwCs regulatory litigation and reputational risk.

In this role your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Responsible for:

Participation in the various Independence support systemsprocessesand activities

Overseeing / liaising with Acceleration Centres on certain Independence Assessment activities to manage quality completeness andtimelydelivery of Assessments

ProvidingIndependence adviceto partnersstaff and engagement teams across the firmand network firms

Handlingconsultationsand performing analysison Independence mattersincludingthepermissibility ofcertainnon-assurance services financial and/orbusiness relationships

Developing or updating guidance on Independence related matters

Developing or updating Independence training material and delivery of Independence training

Developing communication material on Independence such as Independence bulletins

Delivery of ad hoc Independence projects

Performing reviews of partnerstaffand engagement team compliance with Independence policy

Participation in firm and network quality assurance activities

Coaching and mentoring of junior colleagues to promote knowledge sharing

Involvement with the continued innovation and development of Independence processes and PwC Global initiatives

Experiences and skills:

Minimum5 years experiencein professional servicesin auditriskor compliance type role

Existingindependence knowledge including external independence regulations and requirements(e.g.SECIESBAIAASAor UK FRCEthical Standard) would bepreferrablebutnotas you will be provided with the necessary training and support

Strong businessacumenand understanding of various entity structures

Applying policy/ regulatory requirements and guidance to assess permissibility ofrelationshipsfor independence purposesleveragingproblem solvingknow-how and developing and offering conclusions

Exhibitingstrongoral and written business communication skillsleveragedto probe for information and communicate with impact and empathy

Strong client service focus in dealing with partners and staff at all levels and areas of the firm

Demonstrating strong attention to detail and the ability to collect analyseconnectand structure the information received while consistently applying professionalskepticismto evaluate and verify information thoroughly

Ability to work in a multitasked fast-paced and changing environment and work independently with various stakeholders and adapt to organisational changes

Strong people and project management skills monitoringteamlevelworkloadin different areas ensuringmeeting deadlines consistently

Unlock your potential with PwC Ireland

We believe that challenges are better solved together!Wereinspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technologyyoullbe a part ofa high performingteamencouraged to collaborate and innovate in a way that creates powerful solutions and makes a positive impact.This purpose-led work and our continuous development and encouragement will help unlock your potential and take your career to the next level.

Enjoy PwCsperks

We reward your impact and support your wellbeing through a competitive compensation package inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will helpyouthrive in work and life. Learn more about us at. ( appreciated for being you

Our mostvaluable assetis ourpeopleand we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminateon the basis ofrace religioncolor national origin sex gender gender expression sexual orientation age marital statusveteran status or disability status.We believe this so much that we have signed up for theBusiness in the Community Elevate Pledge.( can learn more about our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes initiatives employee resource groups and more at.

Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to applywedlove to hear from you!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation toparticipatein the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Pleaseemail usfor more information

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback Accepting Feedback Accounting Practices Active Listening Analytical Thinking Budget Monitoring Business Ethics Business Expansion Code of Ethics Communication Compliance and Standards Compliance Awareness Compliance Oversight Compliance Program Implementation Compliance Review Compliance Risk Assessment Compliance Training Corporate Compliance Programs Creativity Developing Policies and Guidelines Embracing Change Emotional Regulation Empathy Ethical Standards Ethics Training 19 more

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Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

Government Clearance Required

Job Posting End Date

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS - Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryWe are looking to recruit anIndependenceSenior Associateto joinourIndependence Teamas part of thePwC IrelandRisk & Quality function.Purpose-l...