Transformation Risk & Advisory, Program Management Office, Manager

PwC - Global; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm as a Manager in Transformation Risk & Advisory where you'll leverage your program management expertise to drive large scale transformations. This role involves working collaboratively with clients and providing insight into engineering successful transformation programs, supporting their efforts from strategy development to project execution. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills while making a significant impact within the organization and upon client relations.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Inclusive benefits

Flexible programs

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Significant hands-on experience with large transformations.
• Strong understanding of consulting and the sales cycle.
• Exceptional client service and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement program governance and management strategies.
• Assist in implementing leading practice program management services.
• Develop and execute integrated program plans for complex projects.

Skills

Program Management

Analytical Thinking

Project Assessments

Client Service

Communication

Coaching

Education

Certified Project Manager (PMP, PMI PMBOK, APM BOK, etc.)

Degree in relevant field

Tools

Project Management Software/Tools

Job description

Line of Service

Assurance

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Conduct and Compliance

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

Our transformation risk and advisory practice focuses on assisting clients that are going through large transformations ($100 Mil - $5 bil) by providing services that cover transformation strategy, transformation risk management, transformation program management or other related services. The core focus of this team is to work with clients that are going through large transformation programs and help them make these programs successful. We bring an integrated people, process and technology approach to these projects and support the client from “strategy to execution” with their transformation program.

To learn more about of our Transformation Risk & Advisory practice, check us out at https://www.pwc.com/ca/en/services/risk-assurance/transformation.html

Meaningful work you’ll be part of

As a Transformation Risk & Advisory, Program Management Office, Manager you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Designing and implementing program governance and program management strategies

• Assisting in rolling out leading practice program management services like benefits realization, quality assurance, integrated planning, decision management, etc.

• Supporting the design and set up for PMO , d eveloping and executing program integrated plans and delivering large complex projects/ programs

• Working with and presenting to senior program leadership within large scale program s

• Developing responses to client proposals to support impactful conversations with senior client leaders

• Pursue opportunities to develop existing and new skills outside of comfort zone

• Gathering evidence from the environment you are working in, interpreting and recommending improvements to clients , and creat ing positive outcomes for all parties

• Coaching others and encourage them to take ownership of their development

• Stay abreast of key industry developments both within Canada and globally

• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve

• Significant hands-on experience within program management of large transformation s

• Proven experience supporting implementations of large complex system/transformation initiatives

• Ability to design and set up Program Offices and rolling out the necessary governance and operational processes to manage the program

• Highly confident with implementing or performing project assessments , health checks, and p roject gateway reviews

• Prior consulting experience and a strong understanding of how consulting organizations work and have taken part in the sales cycle

• Certified Project Manager (PMP, PMI PMBOK, APM BOK, PRINCE2, MSP, MoR , Agile, or Benefit Realization)

• Understanding of core project management process area (IT governance, quality assurance, or SDLC), project management software/tools, and/or ERP or industry specific applications

• Self-motivated to begin and continue tasks committed to achieving project goals

• Exceptional commitment to providing excellent client service, by building and maintaining productive relationships with both internal and external clients

• Advanced analytical, problem solving and multitasking/project management skills

• Strong abilities to write and deliver proposals to prospective clients

• Confident to effectively negotiate, problem solve, and influence through verbal and written communications

• As a requirement, a Security Clearance is mandatory for all staff who’ll be engaged on these assignments. Prior to applying, please review the Government of Canada website to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements to obtain this clearance. This’ll become a condition of your employment with PwC should you receive an offer from us.

PwC BC Region Pay Range Information

The salary range* for this position is $ 82,300 - $ 137,000 , plus individuals may be eligible for an annual bonus payment. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon your skills, experience, qualifications and geographic location .

*Please note that the salary range for this position is reflected for our British Columbia region . Given our national recruiting approach, we recruit (and may hire) in other regions and therefore the salary range may differ depending on the work location . PwC is committed to competitive compensation and sharing salary ranges in accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation as they arise.

Why you’ll love PwC

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

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, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Coaching and Feedback, Coaching and Training, Communication, Compliance Advisement, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Risk Assessment, Confidential Information Handling, Contract Review, Contractual Risk Mitigation, Contractual Risk Monitoring, Contract Writing, Creativity, Crisis Management, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Security, Discretion and Business Ethics, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy {+ 37 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We’re committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in. We’re committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process. To learn more about inclusion and diversity at PwC Canada: https://www.pwc.com/ca/en/about-us/diversity-inclusion.html. Be a part of The New Equation. Chez PwC Canada, notre atout le plus précieux, c’est notre personnel. Et c’est en apprenant les uns des autres que nous devenons plus forts. Nous avons à cœur de créer une communauté équitable et inclusive de professionnels de la résolution de problèmes, dans laquelle chacun se sent vraiment à sa place. Nous savons que l’expérience peut prendre diverses formes et, pour nous, donner confiance au public et résoudre des problèmes importants n’est possible que si notre milieu de travail reflète la diversité de la société dans laquelle nous vivons. Nous tenons à répondre à vos besoins tout au long du processus de demande d’emploi, d’entrevue et d’embauche. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d’adaptation pour être parfaitement à l’aise, faites-le-nous savoir à l’étape de la demande d’emploi. Pour en savoir plus sur l’inclusion et la diversité chez PwC Canada: https://www.pwc.com/ca/fr/about-us/diversity-inclusion.html. Faites partie de La Nouvelle équation.