Technology In Deals

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


Line of Service Advisory

Industry/Sector Not Applicable

Specialism Deals

Management Level Associate

& Summary A career in our Strategy and Transaction Services Deals Consulting practice, within General Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help clients seize essential advantages by working alongside business leaders to solve their toughest problems and capture their greatest opportunities. We work with some of the worldxe2x80x99s largest and most complex companies to understand their unique business issues and opportunities in an ever changing environment. We help create sustainable change by stimulating innovation, unlocking data possibilities, navigating risk and regulatory complexity, optimising deals, and aligning costs with business strategy to create a competitive advantage.

Mergers and Acquisitions is a fundamental part of how companies seek to win in their markets and we help clients make the right decisions. With us, youxe2x80x99ll get to know a company from the inside out, and combine razor sharp analysis with creative problem solving. Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions go hand in hand, so while we are often assessing companies and markets in the context of a transaction, many of our projects go beyond Mergers & Acquisitions, helping clients develop innovative strategies to deliver revenue and profit growth.

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.

As an 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:

  • Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.
  • Share and collaborate effectively with others.
  • Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.
  • Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.
  • Follow risk management and compliance procedures.
  • Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.
  • Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner - verbally and in the materials I produce.
  • Build and maintain an internal and external network.
  • Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.
  • Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
Responsibilities:

Technical Analysis: Conduct thorough technical assessments of target companies, evaluating their technological landscape identifying areas of risk , synergies and opportunities related to a mergers and acquisition transaction.

Collaboration: Collaborate with deal teams and technical experts to ensure complete tech due diligence.

Report and Documentation: Draft detailed technical reports, spotlighting potential risks, opportunities, and areas of value creation for stakeholders.

Continuous Learning: Stay abreast of the latest trends in technology, M&A, and specific areas of technical specialization (e.g., cybersecurity, data science). Develop a horizontal understanding of the technology landscape Identify and Develop a specialised technology capability as a vertical.

Client Interaction: Support client meetings, workshops, and calls throughout the deal process.

Requirements:
  • 1 to 3 Years Experience Advisory/ Consulting Technology Industry.
  • Preferred 1 to 3 Years Experience Advisory/ Consulting Mergers and Acquisitions. Bachelorxe2x80x99s degree in IT, Business, or related field Masters Preferred; And/Or Relevant technical certifications such as CISA, CISSP, TOGAF, AWS, Microsoft, IBM or other recognized Technology industry qualifications.
  • Experience in Technology & Business Analysis Preferred Proven experience in Technology due diligence in M&A.
  • Strong analytical skills and at least one area of technical specialization (e.g., enterprise architecture, data science).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
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Travel Requirements Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No

Government Clearance Required? No

Job Posting End Date January 31, 2024

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1289757
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned