Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Risk & Quality (R&Q)

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of independence and compliance. Our team ensures that our firm adheres to regulatory requirements while maintaining the trust of our clients and stakeholders. The MYVN RISQ (Risk, Independence, Solution, and Quality) team in Malaysia collaborates closely with the broader RISQ team, fostering strong ties through frequent communication and collaboration on RISQ-related matters.

Our main functions are to effectively manage and mitigate regulatory, independence, and reputational risk to protect the firm's brand and value. This is achieved through the development, dissemination, and monitoring of policies, procedures, and programs.

As a Manager in the Independence Office, you will play a critical role in overseeing independence-related processes and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. You will work closely with various teams to provide guidance and support, fostering an environment of integrity and accountability. Your role will also involve collaborating with the practice to promote and embed a strong quality culture within the professional services our firm offers, considering the regulated and business environment in which we operate.

Role specific responsibilities

As a PwC Professional

Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member’s unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

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

• Analyse and identify the linkages and interactions between the component parts of an entire system.

• Take ownership of projects, ensuring their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion.

• Partner with team leadership to ensure collective ownership of quality, timelines, and deliverables.

• Develop skills outside your comfort zone, and encourage others to do the same.

• Effectively mentor others.

• Use the review of work as an opportunity to deepen the expertise of team members.

• Address conflicts or issues, engaging in difficult conversations with clients, team members and other stakeholders, escalating where appropriate.

• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Minimum years experience required

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Accounting, Business or Law; advanced degree or professional certification preferred. 

• At least five years of relevant working experience in multinational companies, preferably in a compliance or regulatory role within a professional services environment. 

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team. Ability to serve as a coach and mentor to junior team members. 

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Skilled in logical thinking and writing. 

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the capacity to convey complex information clearly. 

• Team player with a proactive attitude towards learning and continuous technical knowledge development. 

Additional application instructions

• Please attach the following documents along with your CV when you submit an online application: 

  • Academic Certificates and Transcripts, from SPM (or equivalent) onwards 

  • A copy of your NRIC or passport 

  • Recent passport size photos 

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 Thinking, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Coaching and Feedback, Coaching and Training, Communication, Compliance Advisement, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Risk Assessment, Confidential Information Handling, Contract Review, Contractual Risk Mitigation, Contractual Risk Monitoring, Contract Writing, Creativity, Crisis Management, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Security, Discretion and Business Ethics, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy {+ 37 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

0%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

Yes

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