Specialty/Competency: Reward

Industry/Sector: Not Applicable

Time Type: Full time

Travel Requirements: Up to 40%

At PwC, our people in workforce consulting focus on providing consulting services related to human resources, talent management, and organisational development. They analyse client needs, develop people and organisation strategies. These individuals offer guidance and support to help clients optimise their workforce, enhance employee engagement, and drive organisational effectiveness.

Those in rewards and benefits at PwC will specialise in providing comprehensive consulting services related to total rewards, compensation programmes, and employee benefits. You will work closely with clients to analyse their reward and benefits strategies, design competitive and equitable compensation structures, and develop cost-effective and attractive benefits packages.

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.

The Opportunity

As part of the Workforce Consulting team you, you lead the creation and implementation of impactful rewards and benefits strategies. As a Director, you set the strategic direction and lead business development efforts, making significant decisions and overseeing multiple projects while maintaining executive-level client relations. You drive business growth, shape client engagements, and mentor the next generation of leaders, fostering an environment where people and technology thrive together.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of rewards and benefits strategies

• Set the strategic direction for the team and drive business development

• Make impactful decisions and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Maintain and enhance executive-level client relationships

• Drive business growth and shape client engagements

• Mentor and develop future leaders within the organization

• Foster a collaborative environment where people and technology work together

• Uphold the firm's standards and ethical guidelines

What You Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree

• 8 years of experience

• Demonstrates proven thought leader-level specialty and a track record of success

• Sells and leads large scale engagements and manages client accounts in a collaborative and fast-paced environment

• Drives relationship with senior client counterparts securing agreement in terms of scope objectives and deliverables and negotiating engagement terms e.g. payment terms expenses and schedule

• Manages financial aspects of engagements e.g. invoicing budget and collection

• Develops overall engagement frameworks plans and program structure working with client to define resource needs and managing engagement expectations

• Develops and sustains client relationships at executive level using networking negotiation and persuasion skills to identify and sell potential new service opportunities

• Leverages and utilizes the firm's resources and credentials to generate new business opportunities and lead selling efforts

• Communicates with presence and influence in both formal and informal settings preparing and presenting persuasive written and verbal communications to executive-level leadership and/or large audiences

• Understands market and industry trends in order to develop business initiatives and relationships that help achieve competitive advantage

• Leads internal research projects to enhance the firm's intellectual property

• Generates vision establishes direction and creates an atmosphere of trust

• Leverages diverse views to encourage improvement and innovation

What Sets You Apart

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or PHR or CFP or CFA or CCP or CEP

• Master's Degree in Taxation, Human Resources Management, Business Administration/Management, International Business, Economics and Finance, Management, Organizational Management, Accounting & Finance, Mathematics, Public Policy Analysis preferred

• Demonstrates thought leader-level knowledge and understanding of the structuring of design, regulatory, compliance, financial reporting and technical aspects of compensation arrangements

• Possessing knowledge of broad-based Total Rewards, Compensation and Benefits

• Possessing knowledge of standard and non-traditional job evaluation methodologies

• Possessing knowledge of payroll administration and the payroll life cycle

• Possessing knowledge of Equity/Stock based compensation and international treatment

• Possessing knowledge of Talent/Job architecture and salary structure

• Possessing knowledge of compensation tax, policy research, analysis and working with complex tax issues

• Possessing knowledge of compensation and Benefits accounting and valuations

• Possessing knowledge of Financial Wellness programs to provide broad based and executive education and guidance on benefit plans and total rewards

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

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

The salary range for this position is: $148,000 - $317,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance