Risk and Quality - Independence Senior Associate - Jordan

Description

At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 236,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,200 people across 12 countries. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.

Job Description & Summary

The Independence Support - Senior Associate is part of the Independence Team and operates across all lines of service. The team is responsible for providing support on developing independence policies and guidance (both firm and personal independence), helping engagement teams maintain independence and compliance according to regulatory rules and requirements.

Primary Duty and Responsibilities:

Financial

Adhere to the Independence budget

Customer

• For Personal Independence matters
• Providing investment pre-clearance within agreed timeframes
• Recording investment transactions on behalf of partners who signed up for the Checkpoint support service
• Emailing confirmation of updates to partner within agreed timeframes
• Managing security update request emails on behalf of partners(e.g. following a restriction change)
• Assisting partners in annual reconciliation of Checkpoint portfolios
• Performing Personal Independence Compliance Testing on selected partners
• Answering general queries in relation to Checkpoint from ME staff
• Liaising with Global Independence Compliance teams to resolve any unusual technical/systems issues or to confirm disposal notices
• Creating User Added Instruments (UAI) on behalf on partners and staff
• Supporting the Personal Independence Business Partner with the Annual Compliance Confirmation reconciliation and disclosures analysis

Internal Process

• Updating a number of Independence systems
• Performing data reconciliations for Independence monitoring purposes
• Participating in internal training sessions and contributing to setting the agenda for the calls/meetings

Learning and Growth

• Liaise with Global to understand Checkpoint system improvement initiatives
• Adhere to policies and procedures
• Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

Education

A professional or academic qualification (degree level or equivalent), or extensive relevant and practical experience.

Language

Fluency in English required, proficiency in Arabic is advantageous

Overall Experience

2+ years of relevant experience

Specific Experience

Experience with a professional services firm preferred

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent Microsoft Excel/Word/Powerpoint skills
• Problem solving skills and innovative mindset
• Risk averse/risk management skills
• Strong organization skills
• Thoroughness and eye for detail
• Time management skills and proactivity
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ethical conduct
• A conscientious, ambitious team player, with good self-management skills and an ability to take initiative and share knowledge with peers.

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

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