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Brief Company Description: At PwC, we connect people with diverse backgrounds and skill sets to solve important problems together and lead with purpose—for our clients, our communities, and for the world at large. It is no surprise therefore that 429 of the global Fortune 500 companies engage with PwC. Acceleration Centers (ACs) are PwC’s diverse, global talent hubs focused on enabling growth for the organization and value creation for our clients. PwC’s Acceleration Center in Bangalore is part of our Consulting Solutions business in the US. The team is focused on supporting each of our Consulting Solutions platforms including Deals, Transformation, Cloud and Digital, Cybersecurity, Risk and Regulatory, and Tax Consulting. PwC's high-performance culture is based on our passion for excellence with a focus on diversity and inclusion. You will collaborate with and receive support from a network of people to achieve your career goals. We will also provide you with global leadership development opportunities and the latest in digital technologies to learn and excel in your career. At the core of our firm's philosophy is a simple construct: We care for our people. Globally PwC is ranked the 3rd most attractive employer according to Universum. Our commitment to Responsible Business Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, work-life flexibility, career coaching, and learning & development makes our firm one of the best places to work, learn and excel. Competency overview: Private Equity Value Creation (PEVC) is a specialist team within PwC Strategy& that shapes the M&A landscape by supporting PE and corporate clients in developing investment perspectives and value creation strategies that make a difference in the highly competitive M&A market. We serve private equity clients with over $2.5 trillion in assets under management, and publicly traded companies with a combined market capitalization of over $4 trillion. From initial investment strategy development to commercial due diligence, value creation post-close, and exit, we’re here to help our clients drive growth. Our key service offerings include: Pre-acquisition: Operations due diligence and Product & Technology due diligence Post-acquisition: Growth Strategy, Operations Strategy, Technology Strategy, Business Transformation, and M&A Operations This position is for an Associate to be part of a fast-growing Private Equity Value Creation (PEVC) practice within our Advisory Acceleration Center Responsibilities Include Project Delivery Prior experience in operations due diligence or corporate strategy roles within professional services, private equity or corporate organizations, including: Cost savings assessments/ carve-outs/ standalone cost modelling Understanding of various facets of mergers, integrations, spin-offs and/or divestiture transactions, including options analyses and recommendations; and, Assisting clients with operational strategy planning and business reviews Conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses of complex data, including Operational metrics, Market and competitor analysis (market sizing, drivers and dynamics), customer analysis and internal analysis (strategic analysis, business model reviews, and financials) Experience identifying and validating deals opportunities Sustaining value creation over a deal lifecycle High analytical and quantitative skills Comfort with financial statements Create and manage client-ready deliverables, including slides and reports. Client Engagement And Business Development Develop and maintain strong relationships with team members and clients. Assist the team proactively in various aspects of client engagements, ensuring high-quality outcomes. Research And Analysis Conduct primary and secondary research, including desktop research, surveys, and data analysis. Provide insights specific to the TMT sector and private equity. Innovation And Development Taking an active role in new business development and pursuit activities, including client lead maturation, proposal development, and closing new business opportunities. Contribute to practice enablement and business development activities. Participate in initiatives aimed at developing innovation within the team. Learn and implement new tools and technologies to enhance client solutions. Knowledge Management Stay updated with local and global business and economic issues, focusing on the TMT and private equity sectors. Keep abreast of the latest M&A trends and develop new skills relevant to the industry. Other Areas Contribute to practice enablement and business development activities. Participate in initiatives to develop innovation quotient. Develop internal relationships to build trust in an effort to develop and market the AC brand. Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct. Experience Desired Experience and Skills: 2 to 4 years of industry experience in deals consulting or a related field. Candidates with prior industry experience in operations for TMT companies, will be given preference. Candidates with prior Consulting (Strategy, Management, or Technology) or Deal experience (mergers and acquisition, integration, divestitures, standalone analysis, run rate cost estimates, and Management estimate validation) will be given preference. Technical Skills Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and similar tools. Expertise in conducting detailed research and analysis. Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Power BI, and Excel/Google Charts. Soft Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Effective written and verbal business communication skills. Ability to multi-task and manage time efficiently without sacrificing quality. Proactive behavior, strong work ethic, and professional demeanor. Strategic and creative thinking with excellent problem-solving skills. Educational Background MBA from premier B-Schools Strong academic credentials, analytical abilities, and leadership skills. Additional Information Division: Strategy Consulting Platform: Deals Line of Service: Advisory Time Type: Full time Designation: Associate Location: Bangalore, India Travel Requirements: Travel to client locations may be required as per project requirements Join PwC’s Private Equity Value Creation team to drive growth and create significant value for our clients in the TMT Sector within the competitive private equity landscape. Show more Show less
