Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Delivering Deal Value

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

Want an opportunity to help shape the strategies that enable corporations, private equity and pension funds make a meaningful impact on the lives of their customers, shareholders, employees, and communities? In Value Creation we advise our clients' leadership teams on how to transform their businesses in the face of increasingly complex economic, social, and geopolitical trends. We work collaboratively with senior executives to help them navigate these trends, while increasing trust and delivering sustainable outcomes.

Our team works with a range of clients - from some of the largest and most complex organizations in the world to important Canadian mid-market players, private equity firms and pension funds. We help our clients determine the right strategic priorities to grow profitably and maximize shareholder value, while offering support and practical solutions to achieve these objectives. We combine strategic insight, rigorous analysis and in-depth industry expertise with access to PwC's global network of industry and functional specialists, local knowledge and resources.

Our team engages with clients on all strategic and operational aspects of their business, providing strategic advice and support at the portfolio, business unit, and corporate level on areas such as Growth Strategy, M&A Strategy, Commercial Due Diligence, Operational Improvement, Business Model Redefinition, and more. We help shape and guide strategies in the Deals and non-deals environment.

As a Senior Manager in the Value Creation team, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of teams and lines of service across PwC and is focused on supporting our clients within Financial Services which includes Banking & Capital Markets, Insurance, Asset & Wealth Management and Private Equity/Pension Funds.

Meaningful Work You'll Be Part Of: 

As a Senior Manager, you'll lead cross-disciplinary teams of problem solvers, helping to tackle complex business issues from strategy to execution. You will advise clients on strategic issues in connection with growth, capability building, and operational excellence – from both an organic and inorganic (M&A) lens. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

 

Strategic Analysis and Problem Solving 

Own and lead the strategic problem solving process from end to end with your colleagues and clients 

Build fact based, analytically rich perspectives on industries and markets to inform strategic choices

Engage colleagues and Canada and across PwC’s global network to build distinctive perspectives and shape solutions for clients 

Drive and support the development of insight-led thought leadership at a national and global level in order to elevate and amplify position in the market 

Develop actionable strategies and present findings to clients in a clear, concise manner, being able to connect dots across workstreams, projects and programs

Utilize first principles thinking, and develop credible and pragmatic analytical approaches, frameworks and methodologies 

Anticipate the long-term impact of all decisions and take a broad approach to problem solving 

Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail

Client Engagement and Relationship Management 

Lead client interactions to understand their strategic goals and challenges 

Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor to senior client executives 

Manage client relationships at all levels including senior leaders and build new opportunities and offerings 

Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements 

Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust

Business Development and Thought Leadership 

Contribute to the growth of the firm by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities with new and existing clients

Proactively lead practice development by setting strategy and driving the development of new business in the market 

Support partners in client account management and participate in proposal development, perspective development and thought leadership publications 

Build strong networks within the firm to spot and capitalise on opportunities across disciplines 

Stay abreast of industry trends and share insights with both internal teams and clients

Project Leadership and Delivery 

Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, and develop project plans, define project objectives, and manage resources effectively

Ensure high-quality deliverables that meet client expectations and adhere to industry standards 

Be accountable for all aspects of project delivery, quality and economics 

Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations 

Manage engagement financials and project profitability

Team Management and Development 

Manage, mentor, and develop a team of associates and managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture 

Lead large, multi-disciplinary teams in the delivery of exceptional services and outcomes to clients 

Provide regular feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and identify professional development opportunities 

Encourage knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the team 

Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels 

Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences, developing and coaching diverse teams, and ensuring diverse perspectives are heard 

Experiences and Skills You'll Use to Solve: 

The successful candidate is a professional at either a consulting firm, a large-scale asset manager, private equity firm, pension fund, or large corporation with a minimum of 8 years of experience. Experience in Financial Services is an asset. 

Professional services experience is a must, along with demonstrated experience leading teams through complex engagements. Previous experiences are likely to include: 

Helping companies define and evaluate corporate and business unit strategies and investment portfolios 

Reflecting market, competitive and other external drivers with specific areas of focus including Corporate Strategy, Business Strategy, Deals Strategy, and Transformation 

Leading teams / multiple work streams to establish successful project conclusion - i.e., delivery of quality work on time and within budget 

Experienced with project problem diagnosis, solution development, client communications, facilitation of decision making, documentation, managing client expectations, and team leadership 

Building productive relationships with team members and clients, both long term and day-to-day, by using a collaborative approach with thorough listening skills and the ability to manage through influence 

Utilizing first principles thinking, and developing credible and pragmatic analytical approaches, frameworks and methodologies 

Analyzing complex quantitative and qualitative data in an efficient manner and synthesizing the output into meaningful and actionable insights

Communicating effectively in an organized and knowledgeable manner in written and verbal formats to senior audiences and being able to deliver difficult messages with persuasiveness and sensitivity

Leading executive discussions through meetings, workshops and working sessions

Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, and leading client / market development 

Attracting, retaining, assessing and developing staff / team members

Demonstrating flexibility and creativity in managing work-life balance of self and team members 

Demonstrating Power User ability with MS Office suite of applications including Word, PowerPoint and Excel 

Demonstrating proficiency in a variety of AI tools 

Willing to travel occasionally throughout Canada, with the potential to travel outside of Canada, depending on client requirements

Education 

Advanced university degree in public or business administration, finance, economics, engineering, law, or related fields. CFA or similar qualification is desirable but not required. 

 

This position ensures continuity and upholds our standards of excellence following the departure of a valued team member. 

The salary range for this position is $168,000 - $218,000. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for PwC locations in major city centres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements.  We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package. 

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 amazing teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This purpose-led 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 us at http://pwc.com/ca/whypwc.  
 

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Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Administration, Carve-Outs, Change Management, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Contract Negotiation, Cost Efficiency, Cost Reduction, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Enhanced Due Diligence, HR Due Diligence, Inclusion, Influence, Initial Public Offering (IPO), Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, M&A Strategy, Market Research {+ 22 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

March 6, 2026

We’re committed to providing accommodation throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.

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