Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Operations Strategy

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Strategy& Operations Strategy Consultant, Senior Associate you will help shape strategic plans that improve operational efficiency and support business growth by analyzing data, identifying improvement opportunities, and developing recommendations for clients. As a Senior Associate you will analyze complex problems, manage assigned workstreams, build meaningful client connections, and guide junior team members while developing a deeper understanding of the business context within our Strategy Consulting practice. In this role at PwC, you will contribute to client service engagements, apply critical thinking to complex situations, and help translate insights into practical actions that support broader project goals.

Responsibilities

- Analyzing operational challenges and translating data into actionable recommendations for client growth and efficiency
- Developing strategic workstreams that improve processes, resource use, and overall business performance
- Interpreting market trends, performance metrics, and operating models to identify improvement opportunities
- Applying analytical tools, structured problem solving, and business analysis methods to address complex client issues
- Building meaningful client connections while aligning deliverables to project objectives and broader engagement goals
- Supporting cross-functional teams in planning, prioritizing, and executing operations strategy initiatives
- Reviewing work products for consistency, accuracy, and alignment with professional and technical requirements
- Mentoring junior team members by sharing problem-solving approaches, feedback, and practical guidance

What You Must Have

- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 3 years of experience in professional services or consulting roles that include strategy consulting experience

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Analytics, Actuarial Science, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain
- Demonstrating operations strategy coursework or internship experience in consulting
- Utilizing data analytics to shape recommendations and client discussions
- Interpreting business context to frame operational improvement opportunities
- Applying critical thinking across ambiguous client issues and workstreams
- Building relationships while mentoring junior team members and peers

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $202,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws.  At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.