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PLS Compliance Risk Senior Associate

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PwC

PLS Compliance Risk Senior Associate

Boston, MA

A career within Regulatory Risk and Compliance services, will provide you with the opportunity to help companies rethink their approach to risk and create a sustainable risk advantage. We're a part of a unique client proposition, assisting our clients develop proper internal controls by leveraging analytics and technology solutions to underpin efficient execution of governance, to optimise their risk and compliance policies and processes, and improve business performance.

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

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As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

  • Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
  • Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
  • Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
  • Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
  • Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
  • Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
  • Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
  • Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
  • Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Job Requirements and Preferences:

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum Degree Required:
Bachelor Degree

Minimum Years of Experience:
3 year(s)

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Fields of Study
Management Information Systems, Accounting, Data Processing/Analytics/Science, Computer and Information Science, Economics, Finance, Business Administration/Management, Engineering

Preferred Knowledge/Skills

Demonstrates thorough experience in pharmaceutical industry regulatory affairs, with a track record of delivering successful outcomes for clients in complex and dynamic environments, including:

  • Proven knowledge of healthcare compliance regulations and industry codes specific to the pharmaceutical and medical device industries;


  • Project management skills, with the ability to effectively work within teams and deliver high-quality results within tight deadlines;


  • Communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex compliance concepts to clients and internal stakeholders within the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors;


  • Experience with building and maintaining client relationships within these industries, with a focus on delivering exceptional client service;


  • Subject matter specialization in global compliance program strategy, design, and operation, compliance program standard practices, emerging compliance risk issues, compliance automation solutions, and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics to monitor compliance risks;


  • Travel as needed to client sites within the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors;


  • Work within a team of consultants, including oversight of junior team members in delivering high-quality healthcare compliance consulting services to clients in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries;


  • Demonstrate experience providing strategic guidance and subject matter specialization to clients in these industries regarding compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards;


  • Leverage knowledge of global compliance program strategy, design, and operation to assist clients in developing and implementing effective compliance programs and addressing emerging compliance risk issues;


  • Advise clients on compliance automation solutions, leveraging technology and AI to streamline compliance and operational processes and enhance risk monitoring capabilities;


  • Conduct compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and audits specific to the pharmaceutical and medical device industries to identify areas of non-compliance and develop appropriate remediation plans;


  • Stay up to date with the latest healthcare compliance regulations, industry trends, and industry leading practices within the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors, and communicate these changes to clients and internal teams;


  • Work with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, and operations, to develop and implement compliance programs and initiatives tailored to the unique needs of the pharmaceutical and medical device industries;


  • Participate in business development activities specific to these industries, including client targeting, proposal development, client presentations, and networking events; and,


  • Provide formal and informal coaching to junior team members.

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.

For positions based in San Francisco, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

The salary range for this position is: $84,000 - $202,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. 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

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Silicon Valley, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Chicago, IL, USA; Florham Park, NJ, USA
Job ID: PricewaterhouseCoopers-575049WD
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Sabbatical
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program