Manager

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Deals

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in deals focus on providing strategic advice and support to clients in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring. They help clients navigate complex transactions and maximise value in their business deals.

Those in deal integration and valuation realisation at PwC will focus on assisting clients in successfully integrating acquisitions and maximising the value of their investments. You will be responsible for conducting valuations, financial analysis, and developing strategies for post-merger integration.

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 in our Deals and Consulting team, 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 your ability and attitude 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

Take responsibility for preparing concise, accurate documents and for the quality of the team’s work products and addressing the needs of the client, the Firm and other stakeholders.

Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.

Proficient and proactive in project planning, administration and economics, e.g., budgeting, staffing, billing and time analysis.

Take responsibility for business development activities to help identify, research and respond to opportunities for new/existing clients.

Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties

Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points

Management and responsibility for compliance and risk management activities, including independence and relationship checks, Client Entity System (CES) research, sending out Authorization for Services (AFS), research on prospective clients (i.e. SEC and other regulatory status) and completing local Client and Acceptance procedures.

Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct

Preferred skills

A positive, proactive “can do” attitude

Discretion in handling confidential information

Ability to work well under pressure, adapt to changing demands, deadlines and responsibilities, deal with ambiguity and manage conflict / challenging situations.

A strong client service focus in dealing with both external and internal clients, displaying an image of professionalism, discretion and integrity

Sound judgement and problem solving skills, including a proactive approach to working with Partners and clients

Excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects

Ability to communicate effectively with the team, other PwC staff and clients

Good spelling, editing, proof-reading, punctuation and grammar skills; effective listening skills

Strong IT skills are essential

Minimum years experience required

Applicants should have experience in a deals or consultancy related environment or with a Big 4 Firm and be within their first 12 months at Manager grade.

Minimum qualifications:

Degree in Accounting, Finance Management, Economics, Business Management or a related field from a recognised university

Internationally recognised accounting designation such as ACA/ACCA/CA/CPA

Other professional qualifications (Forensic, Insolvency, CFA etc) would be an asset, but is not required.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Bachelor Degree - Economics, Bachelor Degree - Finance & Management, Bachelor Degree - Accounting

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

0. Global: Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) (preferred), 0. Global: Associate Chartered Accountants (ACA) - Chartered Accountants (preferred), 0. Global: Certified Public Accountant - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (preferred)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

English

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

Yes

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