PricewaterhouseCoopers

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Internal Firm Services - Other

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in project portfolio management focus on optimising project portfolios to drive strategic business outcomes. These individuals oversee project selection, prioritisation, and resource allocation to facilitate successful project delivery.

In agile and scrum management at PwC, you will focus on implementing and optimising agile methodologies and scrum frameworks to drive efficient project delivery and collaboration. You will be coaching teams, facilitating agile ceremonies, and enabling continuous improvement in project management practices.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

When you join PwC Acceleration Centers (ACs), you step into a pivotal role focused on actively supporting various Acceleration Center services, from Advisory to Assurance, Tax and Business Services. In our innovative hubs, you’ll engage in challenging projects and provide distinctive services to support client engagements through enhanced quality and innovation. You’ll also participate in dynamic and digitally enabled training that is designed to grow your technical and professional skills.

As part of the Project Portfolio Management team you are responsible for managing the timelines, scope, and the team's day-to-day work, including project follow-up and reporting tasks. As a Senior Associate, you are expected to analyze complex problems, mentor others, and maintain exemplary standards while focusing on building client relationships and developing a deeper understanding of the business context. This role requires over three years of substantial experience as a Project Manager, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in agile methodologies and project tracking tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project timelines and scope to achieve successful delivery
• Coordinate daily team activities and manage project follow-up
• Utilize agile methodologies and project tracking tools effectively
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members
• Analyze complex issues to develop strategic solutions
• Foster positive client relationships and understand their business needs
• Maintain standards of quality and professionalism
• Adapt to changing project requirements and navigate ambiguity

What You Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3 years of Scrum Master experience
• Experience with agile methodologies and project tracking tools
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

• Experience with Azure ADO and reporting tools

General requirements

• Understand the importance of have a correct information management 
• Knowledge of Information Security and Data Protection 
• Correct Information Security Management 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to ethnicity; creed; color; religion; national origin; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; marital; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an inclusive organization and equal opportunity employer. 

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

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Bachelor Degree

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Continuous Improvement, Agile Management, Agile Methodology, Agile Team Dynamics, Agile Transformation, Analytical Thinking, Change Control Processes, Communication, Continuous Process Improvement, Corrective Actions, Creativity, Design Thinking, Developing User Stories, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Kanban (Project Management), Leading Design Workshops, Learning Agility, Optimism {+ 20 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

English

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

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