At PwC, our people in operations consulting specialise in providing consulting services on optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyse client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance.
As an operations consulting generalist at PwC, you will possess a broad understanding of various aspects of operations consulting. You will provide comprehensive guidance and support to clients in optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness. Working in this area, you will analyse client needs, develop operational solutions, and offer recommendations tailored to specific business requirements.
Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you are expected to adapt to working with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are expected to take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. As you navigate through the Firm, you build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.
Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.
Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback.
Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns.
Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and analytically-minded vacation work student to join our team as a Consulting Analyst, focusing on research and analytics. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the consulting industry while contributing to impactful projects for our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct in-depth research on industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor landscapes
Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets using various analytical tools and techniques
Assist in the development of client presentations, reports, and other deliverables
Support senior consultants in project planning and execution
Participate in team brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas
Develop and maintain databases and spreadsheets for project-related information
Assist in the creation of data visualizations and infographics to communicate insights effectively
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and synthesize information
Develop tools and templates for the diagnostic hub delivery, enhancing efficiency and standardisation of processes
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No
Job Posting End Date
July 26, 2025
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