Management Level
Associate
& Summary
At PwC, our people in forensic services focus on identifying and preventing fraudulent activities, conducting investigations, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Individuals in this field play a crucial role in safeguarding organisations against financial crimes and maintaining ethical business practices.
In forensic claims and investigations at PwC, you will resolve conflicts and manage claims and disputes for clients using a combination of forensic accounting, investigative, valuation and economic skills. You will provide services and support in navigating complex quantum disputes and mitigating potential risks.
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:
The Associate 2 role is an early-career professional position responsible for supporting the delivery of client engagements through analytical, investigative, and project support activities. The role involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team to address complex business issues, contribute to high-quality outputs, and support the efficient execution of engagements.
Key Responsibilities
Support forensic investigations and related assignments
Analysefinancial and other data toidentifyanomalies
Collect, document, and assess evidence
Assistin evaluating fraud, corruption, and irregularities
Contribute to draft reports and appendices
Support research, due diligence, and proposal development
Participate in engagements, including supporting or presenting work whererequired
Support the delivery of proactive forensic and fraud risk initiatives
Operational Responsibilities
Perform document collection, indexing, scanning, filing, and pagination
Maintainaccuratecase files and working papers
Assistwith interview preparation, note-taking, and transcription
Ensure confidentiality and auditability of all records
Additional Requirements
Willingness to travel and workextendedhours, whererequired
Minimum Qualifications
Relevant Honours degree (e.g.Forensic Accounting, Accounting, Internal Audit, Law, RiskManagement)
Interest in pursuing forensic-related certifications (e.g.CFE, FP(SA))
Experience
1–3 years’ relevant experience
Skills & Attributes
Core Technical & Analytical Skills
Analytical ability– able to interpret financial and non-financial data and identifypatterns, anomalies, and risks
Problem-solving mindset– applies structured thinking to investigate issues and develop insights
Data handling capability– comfortable working with data (collection, processing, basic analysisand reconciliation)
Technical foundation– working knowledge of relevant tools ( e.g.Excel and other analytical tools)
Professional & Delivery Skills
Attention to detail– produces accurate, well-supported work andmaintainsquality working papers
Time and task management– delivers outputs within agreed timelines and budgets
Project support capability– contributes effectively to engagement delivery and team coordination
Quality focus– ensures outputs meet professional and client standards
Communication & Collaboration
Clear communication– able to present findings and contribute to reports in a structured manner
Interpersonal skills– works effectively with team members and builds professional relationships
Team orientation– contributes to collective outcomes and supports senior team members
BehaviouralAttributes
Integrity and ethical mindset– maintainconfidentiality and applies sound professional judgement
Curiosity and learning agility– demonstratesa willingness to learn, ask questions, and develop new skills
Adaptability– responds effectively to changing project requirements and environments
Drive and accountability– takes ownership of tasks and shows commitment to delivery
What this means in practice
You are analytically strong and detail-focused, forming a reliable base for engagement delivery
You work well in teams, supporting seniors while developing your own capability
You balance technical work with professionalbehaviours(integrity, accountability, curiosity)
You are growing into a trusted contributor, not yet leading but delivering consistently
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No
Job Posting End Date
August 31, 2026
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