Project Trainee – Ethics & Business Conduct

A. F. Ferguson & Co. (a member firm of the PwC network); Lahore; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A.F. Ferguson & Co. (a member firm of the PwC network) is seeking professionals to join the Ethics function and help foster a culture of integrity through compliant practices.

You will support the Business Conduct Leader (BCL) and team, assisting in developing controls, conducting investigations, interviewing stakeholders, drafting reports, and closing cases with actionable recommendations within a professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Degrees in listed areas (LLB, philosophy, organizational behaviour or IR/PS).
• Strong written and communication skills are expected.
• Team-oriented with a focus on ethical standards and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, executing, and monitoring innovative practices and controls across core regulatory areas focused on ethics and business conduct.
• Oversee efforts to enhance awareness and understanding of ethical decision-making and the PwC Code of Conduct through strategic communication and educational activities.
• Analyze periodic performance data to identify trends and propose improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Play a pivotal role as an Assistant Assessor in the annual Ethics and Business Conduct Network Standard compliance and self-evaluation process.
• Maintain a comprehensive log of ethics complaints and investigations, capturing all necessary details diligently in the Ethics Management System.
• Conduct thorough investigations for ethics complaints, gathering relevant information and evidence to ensure unbiased and fair resolutions.
• Facilitate interviews with key stakeholders, witnesses, and relevant parties to collect accurate and complete information, ensuring confidentiality and respect.
• Prepare detailed investigation reports, summarize findings, and present them to senior members of the BCL team for review, ensuring clarity and precision.
• Work collaboratively with the BCL team to conclude the investigations and suggest recommendations. Based on the investigation outcomes, implement the required action points for case closure.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

LLB

Philosophy

Organizational Behaviour

International Relations / Political Science

Job description

At A.F.Ferguson & Co, our vision is to be the first choice employer for professional staff. As a trusted business advisor, we work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool, as well as those who reflect the diverse nature of our society. And we aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths.

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.

Job Description Summary

Join our Ethics function and contribute to fostering a culture of integrity at PwC. We’re looking for passionate individuals eager to support ethical business practices through impactful compliance initiatives.

Job Description

This is a supportive role to the Business Conduct Leader (BCL) for those individuals who manage and/or support processes, practices and performance within an Ethics and Business Conduct function.

In this role, you will support the Business Conduct Leader (BCL) and BCL team to help manage the Ethics and Business Conduct function. Your responsibilities will include:

• Development & Implementation: Assist in developing, executing, and monitoring innovative practices and controls across core regulatory areas focused on ethics and business conduct.
• Communication & Education: Oversee efforts to enhance awareness and understanding of ethical decision-making and the PwC Code of Conduct through strategic communication and educational activities.
• Performance Evaluation: Analyze periodic performance data to identify trends and propose improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Compliance Support: Play a pivotal role as an Assistant Assessor in the annual Ethics and Business Conduct Network Standard compliance and self-evaluation process.
• Complaint Management: Maintain a comprehensive log of ethics complaints and investigations, capturing all necessary details diligently in the Ethics Management System.
• Investigation Leadership: Conduct thorough investigations for ethics complaints, gathering relevant information and evidence to ensure unbiased and fair resolutions.
• Interview Conduct: Facilitate interviews with key stakeholders, witnesses, and relevant parties to collect accurate and complete information, ensuring confidentiality and respect.
• Report Drafting: Prepare detailed investigation reports, summarize findings, and present them to senior members of the BCL team for review, ensuring clarity and precision.
• Case Closure: Work collaboratively with the BCL team to conclude the investigations and suggest recommendations. Based on the investigation outcomes, implement the required action points for case closure.

Education and Experience

We are seeking individuals who:

• Hold a degree in any one of the following areas:
• LLB
• Philosophy
• Organizational Behaviour
• International Relations / Political Science
• Possess strong written and communication skills
• Are eager to contribute to a team-oriented environment with a focus on ethical standards and business conduct
• Are proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous learning and improvement

PwC A.F. Ferguson & Co. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.