GRC Manager

PwC Polska; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work flexibility

Development and upskilling

Wide medical and well-being program

Individual benefits package

Paid volunteer hours

Birthday Day off

Job summary

PwC Polska in Kraków is seeking a TechGRC Manager to lead internal audit and advisory engagements. You will design and implement Enterprise Risk Management frameworks while advising clients on GRC technology platforms.

The ideal candidate has 6–8 years of experience, including managerial roles and fluency in English and Polish. The role offers a hybrid working model and extensive benefits, including medical support and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance.
• At least 2 years in a senior or managerial capacity.
• Fluency in English (C1 level) and Polish.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audit and advisory engagements.
• Design Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks.
• Advise clients on GRC technology platform deployment.

Skills

Dynamic and fast-paced environment work

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Relationship-building

GRC framework knowledge

Education

Professional certifications such as CIA, CRMA, CISA or equivalent

Tools

GRC platforms (e.g., SAP GRC, Workiva, Archer)

Job description

The Technology GRC & Internal Audit team in PwC helps organisations design, implement, and optimise their governance, risk, and compliance frameworks – with a strong emphasis on technology enablement. We deliver enterprise risk management programmes, map complex process landscapes, deploy GRC platforms (SAP GRC, Workiva, SAP Signavio, and others), and run technology-focused internal audit engagements. We work with C-suites, Boards, and risk leaders across industries to make GRC practical, data-driven, and future-ready.

TechGRC Manager

Your future role

• Lead and deliver internal audit and advisory engagements (IT audit, operational audit, compliance audit, co-source/outsource) from planning through to reporting
• Design and implement Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks – including risk identification, assessment, appetite setting, and Board-level reporting
• Map and optimise business and control processes using structured methodologies (BPMN, control matrices, RACI)
• Advise clients on the selection, configuration, and deployment of GRC technology platforms
• Author policies, procedures, instructions, and methodologies tailored to client environments
• Sell and develop new business – identify opportunities, write proposals, lead pitches, and deliver against revenue targets
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders (C-level, Audit Committees, CROs, Heads of IA) and lead client workshops
• Manage a team of 2–6 consultants – plan workloads, mentor, provide feedback, and ensure quality of deliverables
• Collaborate across PwC service lines and PwC network on cross-selling initiatives and multi-disciplinary engagements
• Contribute to the team's growth by co-developing internal tools, methodologies, and knowledge-sharing initiatives

Apply if you have

• The ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong ownership and delivery focus
• A collaborative mindset and readiness to contribute to team development, capability building, and practice growth
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to communicate complex Risk & Controls insights clearly and confidently
• At least 6–8 years of experience in internal audit, risk management, GRC advisory, or compliance (including min. 2 years in a senior/managerial capacity)
• Experience managing teams (min. 3–5 people) and mentoring junior consultants
• Fluency in English (minimum C1 level) and Polish, allowing confident verbal and written communication with stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong organisational abilities
• Knowledge of GRC frameworks and internal audit standards (COSO ERM, COBIT, ISO 31000, ISO 27001, IIA Standards)
• Hands‑on experience with process mapping and control environment design
• Strong proficiency in using new technologies and AI‑based tools in your daily work (e.g., task automation, information analysis, content creation)

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as CIA, CRMA, CISA, CRISC or SOX/PCAOB experience
• Hands‑on experience with GRC platforms (Workiva, Archer, SAP GRC, SAP Signavio, ADONIS, AuditBoard)
• Knowledge of sector‑specific regulations (financial services: KNF/EBA/DORA; energy; healthcare)
• Prior Big 4 or management consulting background
• Other relevant risk, audit, or compliance‑related qualifications

By joining us you gain

• Work flexibility – hybrid working model (min. 2 days in the office per week), flexible start of the day, workation, sabbatical leave
• Development and upskilling – full support during onboarding process, mentoring from experienced colleagues, training sessions, workshops, certification co‑financed by PwC and conversations with native speaker
• Wide medical and well‑being program – a medical care package (incl. freedom of treatment, physiotherapy, discounts on dental care), coaching, mindfulness sessions, psychological support, education through dedicated webinars and workshops, financial and legal advice
• Possibility to create your individual benefits package (a.o. lunch pass, insurance packages, concierge, veterinary package for a pet, massages) and access to a cafeteria – vouchers, discounts on IT equipment and car purchase
• 3 paid hours for volunteering per month
• Additional paid Birthday Day off
• And when you start enjoying PwC as much as we do, you may recommend your friend to work with us