Line of Service
Advisory
Industry/Sector
CM X-Sector
Specialism
Conduct and Compliance
Management Level
Manager
Job Description & Summary
A career in Information Technology, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to support our core business functions by deploying applications that enable our people to work more efficiently and deliver the highest levels of service to our clients. You'll focus on managing the design and implementation of technology infrastructure within PwC, developing and enhancing both client and internal facing applications within PwC, and providing technology tools that help create a competitive advantage for the Firm to drive strategic business growth.
Our Automation Engineer and Innovation team helps clearly articulate technology requirements and the business demand for automation and innovation solutions, influence senior stakeholders, and build a strong foundation to grow and scale. You'll deliver powerful and differentiated automation and innovation solutions enabling the business strategy of the Firm and evolving to accommodate changes as needed.
To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-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 a Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:
Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.
Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.
Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.
Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.
Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.
Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm's/client's expectations.
Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.
Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.
Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.
Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.
Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
Scaled Innovation Specialist
The Scaled Innovation Specialist will work closely with leadership to drive the implementation of key activities relating to embedding innovation in the Risk Services business nationally. This is part of the Scaled Innovation strategic pillar.
JOB PURPOSE
To help bring to life the key strategic elements within the Scaled Innovation pillar, across Risk Services.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Key activities will include:
Innovation workshop development and facilitation
Training of design thinking fundamentals
Management of the Innovation Champion network
Business model analysis and enhancement
Working with teams across the business to drive innovative thinking, facilitate interaction with internal support teams and communicate the appropriate processes required
Process optimisation relating to innovation and managing risk and quality
To assist with the identification, assessment and reporting of new services and products within Risk Services
Strategic input on the implementation of Scaled Innovation across the business
Financial management of the Scaled Innovation team
Project management of Scaled Innovation initiatives and events
Establishing metrics to measure success of team's projects
Networking with xLos staff to aid in driving Scaled Innovation objectives
Establishing rapport with event suppliers and facilitating quotation and billing.
Oversight of Scaled Innovation travel arrangements for events
Integrating GenAI into the operational processes within Scaled Innovation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bcom or equivalent
CA(SA) preferable
KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Strong cognitive abilities and eager to learn
General business acumen and entrepreneurial mindset
Basic computer skills and interest in technology
Curious and able to learn complex concepts fast
Creative and open-minded
Financial management
Strategic thinking
Resilient and comfortable with uncertainty
Ability to follow instructions closely
Ability to manage workload under time pressure
Excellent communication skills (clear and concise)
Ability to train staff at all grades effectively
Overall understanding of Risk Services business models, as well as key stakeholders.
Networking and relationship building.
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%
Government Clearance Required?
Yes
Job Posting End Date
September 22, 2024
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