Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Technology

Specialism

Advisory - Other

Management Level

Director

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in business application consulting specialise in consulting services for a variety of business applications, helping clients optimise operational efficiency. These individuals analyse client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives.

As a business application consulting generalist at PwC, you will provide consulting services for a wide range of business applications. You will leverage a broad understanding of various software solutions to assist clients in optimising operational efficiency through analysis, implementation, training, and support.

Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.

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

Lead in line with our values and brand.Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Good experience in software industry working in end-to-end global delivery model environmentExperienced in organizing and directing large client, vendors, on-shore and off-shore teams, within timelines and budgets.Ability to conduct walkthroughs, workshops and meetings involving various business stakeholders.Ability to build and maintain client relationships, able to comfortably converse with all facets in the client’s organization.Hands on experience in driving RFI / RFP and other proposal activitiesExcellent solution evaluation skills. Drive technology solutions from a holistic and business value perspective.Strong verbal and written communications skills.Experience in Coaching and Mentoring including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunitiesWell versed with Planning for large-scale customization implementations, design and managing custom application development projects, Setup and Configuration of Core Guidewire package Implementation from offshore with Onshore coordinationExperience in Agile SCRUM & SAFe methodology.Identifying, managing, resolving, and mitigating key risks and issues impacting the project delivery.Possessing prior experience in programing / software development is highly desirable.Managing multiple projects teams simultaneously and proven Track record of coaching and developing scrum teams.Leveraging experience in all phases (development, execution, and transition) of project delivery; Utilizing the Knowledge of Statement of Work (SOW) and Change Order constructs to establish work performed is in scope and at the agreed upon level.Developing multi-level relationships with client and team members to establish project delivery goals are met as planned.

Additional skills:

Serve as the primary contact for the onshore and offshore team for the Insurance transformation Project. Coordinate meetings, communications and processes between the onshore and offshore teams to resolve open issues, validate decisions and synchronize planning tasks consistent with scope of the project.Leading and managing a professional team in delivering quality output within the given deadlines and budget.Conduct workshops and knowledge transfer sessions with the offshore teamWork with the clients in defining systems and project priorities, scope assessment, approach, resource requirements, timing and prioritizing deliverables.Identifying the right resources for executing the project deliverables.Identifying project team training needs and facilitate the same to all the team membersEnsuring that the project requirements and project design approach meet the client standards and the recommended practices.Reviewing and validating the completeness and applicability of the client requirements and to map ant tailor them to the delivery management processes.Supporting team members in organizing meeting with engagement / client in resolving doubts & issues with respect to deliverables.Conducting software quality reviews of developed software modules.Monitoring the overall project and providing weekly written and oral status reports and regular updates to the teams and also providing to plan information.Presenting project progress by conducting senior management reviews on monthly basis.Prepare and monitor staff training, quality assurance, risk management and productivity.Contribute to organization performance management by identifying reuse artifacts during the course of the project.Assist Engagement Manager in identifying current and future competency needs of the group.Improve customer relations by way of effective communication, managing expectation and meeting commitments.

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 Reasoning, Analytical Thinking, Application Software, Business Data Analytics, Business Management, Business Technology, Business Transformation, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Documentation Development, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Implementation Research, Implementation Support, Implementing Technology, Inclusion, Influence, Innovation, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility {+ 28 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

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