Risk and Quality Director

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Ngā Kōrero mō tēnei tūranga / About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Risk & Quality (R&Q) expert to join our Advisory team at Director level, based in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland. With a primary focus on our Deals practice, and a secondary focus across the wider Advisory portfolio (Consulting and Risk Services), you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring PwC delivers quality outcomes while meeting its regulatory, risk, and independence obligations.

You’ll work closely with Partners, R&Q leaders, and business stakeholders to strengthen compliance frameworks, manage complex risk matters, and shape how quality and independence are managed across Advisory. You’ll also connect with our global R&Q network to align on standards, share insights, and drive continuous improvement.

• Act as a technical expert on Advisory R&Q policies and procedures, including advising the Engagement Acceptance Committee on complex matters
• Provide expert guidance on Deals service offerings, risk profiles, contracting, and quality management
• Assess new business and engagements, applying appropriate safeguards in line with global independence requirements
• Support the Global Quality Engagement Programme, ensuring quality and consistency across engagements
• Lead the resolution of complex risk, independence, and compliance matters with sound judgment
• Prepare and present high-quality Executive and Board-level reporting
• Stay ahead of emerging risks and new service models such as AI and Managed Services
• Collaborate with global and local R&Q teams to implement network policies and strengthen compliance
• Explore and apply GenAI and automation tools to enhance risk management and reporting

Ngā pūkenga kei a koe / Skills and experience

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Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered

Mana motuhake / Independence : Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process.

Tono tōtika mai / Please apply directly : We’re not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. If you’d like to be considered, please apply directly - we’d love to hear from you.

Nau mai ngā tono moata / We encourage early applications : This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate.

Atamai Hangahanga / AI usage : Please note that secure, AI-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people.

Travel Requirements : Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? : Yes

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