PricewaterhouseCoopers

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Human Capital (HC)

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

A career in our Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people. You’ll help our local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.

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 an Associate, 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:

• Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.
• Share and collaborate effectively with others.
• Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.
• Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.
• Follow risk management and compliance procedures.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.
• Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner - verbally and in the materials I produce.
• Build and maintain an internal and external network.
• Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Role Summary:

PwC has an opportunity available for an experienced Contract and Hire administrator within our Internal Firm Services division. The successful incumbent will play a crucial role in ensuring accuracy and integrity of employee contracts within the Workday HR Management system and DocuSign while ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations. You will collaborate with various teams to input, validate, and maintain employee related information, contributing to the smooth functioning of HR and payroll processes. Your attention to detail, data accuracy, and understanding of HR operations will be essential to the success of our organization.

Qualifications / Certifications required:

• Matric certificate
• Additional certifications or training in HR, data management, or relevant fields.

Experience required:

• Proven experience in data entry, preferably within an HR context.
• Familiarity with HR operations and understanding of employment-related information and contract generation.
• Proficiency in using HRIS systems, particularly Workday, is advantageous

Responsibilities of role:

Offer and Contract management:

• Prepare and extend employment offers ensuring alignment with company compensation guidelines and benefits packages.
• Draft employment contracts, outlining terms and conditions of employment, and ensure necessary approvals are in place.

Onboarding:

• Facilitate new hire paperwork, including employment contracts, confidentiality agreements and other relevant documents.
• Coordinate pre-employment background checks, reference verifications, and other necessary screenings.

Compliance and documentation:

• Accurately capture and input employee data into the Workday HCM system, including personal details, employment history, compensation, benefits, and performance-related information.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all candidate and employee information ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Communication:

• Serve as a point of contact for HC business partners and Talent Acquisition team members, providing updates on the recruitment progress and answering inquiries.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to ensure a seamless transition from hiring to employment.

Process Improvement: 

• Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of data capture and maintenance procedures.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in recruitment and onboarding.

Data Security: 

• Adhere to data security and confidentiality protocols when handling sensitive employee information, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.

Technical proficiency:

• Familiarity with HR software and tools for managing employee data, contracts and onboarding process.
• Ability to gather and interpret HR operations metrics and data to improve HR operations processes and decision making.

Skill sets required:

• Thoroughness with strong attention to detail in reviewing contracts, documents and candidate information to avoid errors and ensure accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage and track multiple employee records effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interaction with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion.
• Problem-solving skills to address challenges that may arise during the hiring and onboarding process and find practical solutions.
• Time management in prioritizing tasks, managing deadlines and ensuring timely completion of hiring related activities.
• Discretion in handling sensitive candidate and employee information with a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Adaptability and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, evolving business needs and industry trends.

Add-on to job advert:

Agencies please note: This recruitment assignment is being managed directly by PwC’s Talent Acquisition team. We will reach out to our preferred agency partners in the rare instance we require additional talent options. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s received will be treated as a direct application. Your respect for this process is appreciated.

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

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

Yes

Job Posting End Date

May 7, 2024

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