Senior Manager - Advisory Deals - Forensics

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Fraud, Investigations & Regulatory Enforcement (FIRE)

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in forensic services focus on identifying and preventing fraudulent activities, conducting investigations, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Individuals in this field play a crucial role in safeguarding organisations against financial crimes and maintaining ethical business practices.

In fraud, investigations and regulatory enforcement at PwC, you will focus on identifying and preventing fraudulent activities, conducting investigations, and confirming compliance with regulatory requirements. You will play a crucial role in safeguarding organisations against financial crimes and maintaining ethical business practices.

Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

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

• Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
• Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
• Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
• Model 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.

Requirements:

• BA/MS degree in Finance/Accounting, or any related fields.
• Minimum 10 - 15 years of relevant experience in consulting/ advisory work, specifically in areas of Core Forensics, Fraud Investigations, Financial Crime Investigations, ABAC compliance review and Due Diligence.
• Certifications such as CA, CPA, CFE, or other relevant qualifications are preferred
• Proficiency in forensic tools and software
• Lead complex forensic investigations and projects, ensuring rigorous analysis and reporting.
• Develop and implement robust forensic methodologies and practices.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in forensic science
• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the forensic services team.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Oversee project management to ensure timely delivery of quality forensic services.
• Conduct performance evaluations and establish professional development plans for team members.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand forensic services.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, and pitch potential clients on forensic service offerings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to explore new market opportunities and drive growth.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of risks and its impact to the business and have the ability to articulate the need and value of security solutions to an organization.
• Strong analytical, creative problem-solving and negotiation skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Creative problem-solving abilities
• A self-driven learner with the ability to quickly learn and apply new tools and techniques.
• A natural curiosity to identify, investigate and explain trends and patterns.
• Strong attention to detail.
• High personal integrity.
• Thorough experience identifying and addressing client needs; developing and sustaining deep client relationships using networking, negotiation and persuasion skills to identify and sell potential new service opportunities; preparing and presenting complex written and verbal materials; and defining resource requirements, project workflow, budgets, billing and collection.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including both technical and business writing, documentation and presentation skills, with the ability to present ideas and results to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Flexibility/desire to travel as it is a required element of this position.

Why PwC? At PwC, we offer more than just a job; we provide a rewarding career path with endless opportunities for growth and development. You will:

• Gain invaluable experience working on high-profile cases alongside industry experts.

• Receive comprehensive training and mentorship to develop your skills and advance your career.

• Become part of a dynamic, supportive, and diverse global network of professionals.

• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.

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

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Risk Assessment, Corporate Governance, Creativity, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Debt Restructuring, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Evidence Gathering, Financial Crime Compliance, Financial Crime Investigation, Financial Crime Prevention, Financial Record Keeping, Financial Transactions, Forensic Accounting, Forensic Investigation, Fraud Detection {+ 20 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Up to 40%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date