PwC
Internal Firm Services
IndependenceManager
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“Independence Manager at PwC. Skills: Independence Assessments, Risk Management, Compliance. Developing and implementing policies and procedures to facilitate compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Serve as a member of the Global IA Center of Excellence, facilitating and supporting Independence Assessments that directly influence PwC's network strategy and compliance with external regulations and internal policies”
What You'll Achieve.
facilitating and supporting Independence Assessments that directly influence PwC's network strategy and compliance with external regulations and internal policies; enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively; facilitates adherence to ethical standards and promote a culture of integrity within the organisation; upholds our standards of excellence
Industry & Context.
Analytical Thinking
No Visa Sponsorship, No Government Clearance Required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience in a managerial role, Thorough understanding of independence rules, including SEC, UK PIE, EU PIE, and PwC Global Independence Policy entity restrictions, Proven experience with complex entity structures, such as private equity arrangements and investment companies, Comprehensive knowledge of both Firm-specific and Canadian Independence rules, business acumen given the need to deal with XLOS local and global teams, technical knowledge and understanding of independence rules
Nice to Have
Canadian CPA or equivalent reciprocal/recognized designation is an asset but not required
What You'll Do.
Developing and implementing policies and procedures to facilitate compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Serve as a member of the Global IA Center of Excellence
facilitating and supporting Independence Assessments that directly influence PwC's network strategy and compliance with external regulations and internal policies
Provide consultation services for independence assessments
including responding to both formal and informal requests and advising client service teams
Stay up-to-date on developments related to independence assessments by actively participating in the Global IA community and completing required training
Collaborate with global and territory contacts to discuss independence-related developments
and contribute insights for decision-making
Support communication and distribution of Independence Assessment knowledge and training to XLOS firm personnel
Supporting the Independence Office and Firm by responding to other
non Independence assessment consultation requests and providing advice to client service teams
Interacting with other relevant functional groups such as Risk Management and ARQ to develop integrated
quality services for our Firm
Participate in and support business operations transformation initiatives by evaluating technology developments
contributing to global projects and priorities such as SDC and COE
and assisting in the development and implementation of the overall transformation strategy
including change management plans
Coaching and development of independence office team members
and participation in independence office webinars and training
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with global and territory contacts to discuss independence-related developments, share best practices, and contribute insights for decision-making; Interacting with other relevant functional groups such as Risk Management and ARQ to develop integrated, quality services for our Firm
Communication Scope
Communication
Process & Methodology
Business operations transformation initiatives, change management plans
Full Job Description
**Line of Service** Internal Firm Services **Industry/Sector** Not Applicable **Specialism** IFS - Risk & Quality (R&Q) **Management Level** Manager **Job Description & Summary** At PwC, our people in risk and compliance focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice, and solutions. They help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. Those in independence, ethics and business conduct at PwC facilitates adherence to ethical standards and promote a culture of integrity within the organisation. Working in this area, you will be responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures to facilitate compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. **The Opportunity : ** As an **Independence Manager** , unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomes that’ll elevate your career. Your role will include, but isn’t limited to: * Serve as a member of the Global IA Center of Excellence, facilitating and supporting Independence Assessments that directly influence PwC's network strategy and compliance with external regulations and internal policies * Provide consultation services for independence assessments, including responding to both formal and informal requests and advising client service teams * Stay up-to-date on developments related to independence assessments by actively participating in the Global IA community and completing required training * Collaborate with global and territory contacts to discuss independence-related developments, share best practices, and contribute insights for decision-making * Support communication and distribution of Independence Assessment knowledge and training to XLOS firm personnel * Supporting the Independence Office and Firm by responding to other, non Independence assessment consultation requests and providing advice to client service teams * Interacting with other relevant fu
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