Finance & Accounting - Custom App Dev - Director

Specialty/Competency: Product Innovation
Industry/Sector: Not Applicable
Time Type: Full time
Travel Requirements: Up to 60%

At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions. Those in software engineering at PwC will focus on developing innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation and enhance business performance. In this field, you will use your knowledge to design, code, and test cutting-edge applications that revolutionise industries and deliver exceptional user experiences.

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.

As part of the Software and Product Innovation team you will provide strategic leadership in designing and implementing innovative insurance data models that align with client objectives. As a Director you will set the strategic direction, drive business growth, and mentor the upcoming generation of leaders while securing the utmost standards of integrity and quality are upheld. This role offers the chance to work with global teams, integrate advanced technologies, and shape the future of insurance advisory solutions.

Responsibilities

- Drive business growth by identifying and leveraging market opportunities

- Maintain adherence to the utmost standards of integrity and quality

- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

- Oversee project execution while maintaining client satisfaction

What You Must Have

- Bachelor's Degree

- At least 7 years of experience

- In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, demonstrating three years of specialized training and/or progressively responsible work experience in technology for each missing year of college.

What Sets You Apart

- Master's Degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, Data Processing/Analytics/Science preferred

- Certification(s) preferred: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS), Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Azure or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Specialized Certifications, Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified SAFe Agilist

- Leading large teams with a focus on talent development

- Excelling in client-facing roles requiring strategic thinking

- Demonstrating exceptional proficiency in written and spoken English

- Managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines

- Developing and executing business development initiatives

Learn more about 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:

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines:

The salary range for this position is: $155,000 - $410,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link:

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