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AWM Operations Management Consultant - Manager

Boston, MAOnsiteFull TimeManager / Head$99,000–$232,000 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Asset and Wealth Management
  • Operations Consulting
  • Manager
  • project workstreams
  • operational efficiency
  • operational effectiveness
  • project planning
  • budgeting
  • scheduling
  • delivery

Nice to have

  • Accounting
  • Actuarial Science
  • Analytics/Data Science
  • Business Administration/Management
  • Computer Science/Information Systems
  • Economics

Role summary

PwC is seeking an Operations Management Consultant - Manager for their Operations Consulting practice within Asset and Wealth Management. This role involves leading teams, managing project workstreams, and developing operational strategies to optimize client efficiency and effectiveness. Responsibilities include analyzing operating models, improving productivity, coaching team members, and coordinating change management. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in operations consulting, project management, and team leadership, with a preference for backgrounds in finance, operations, or related fields. Experience with digital tooling and AI is a plus.

Industry/Sector

Asset and Wealth Management

Specialism

Operations

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As an AWM Operations Management Consultant you will help clients optimize operational efficiency and effectiveness within our Operations Consulting practice. As a Manager you will lead teams, coach junior staff, manage project workstreams, and use judgment to navigate complex client needs while maintaining quality, timelines, and deliverables. In this role at PwC, you will analyze client needs, develop operational strategies, and provide guidance that helps streamline processes, improve productivity, and support business performance for clients in Asset and Wealth Management.

Responsibilities

- Leading operations consulting workstreams for asset and wealth management client engagements
- Managing project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and delivery across multiple operational initiatives
- Analyzing operating models, process flows, and performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities
- Developing operational strategies that improve productivity, service delivery, and business performance
- Coaching and developing team members through review, feedback, and on-the-job guidance
- Coordinating change management activities, implementation planning, and issue resolution for client initiatives
- Applying business data analytics, operating effectiveness review, and operational performance management to guide recommendations
- Building client relationships and addressing complex questions from business and technology stakeholders
- Using digital tooling and AI-enabled methods to streamline analysis and enhance delivery
- Validating work quality, timelines, and deliverables while upholding professional and technical standards

What You Must Have

- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 5 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Actuarial Science, Analytics/Data Science, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Government/Public Policy, Health Administration/Public Health, Mathematics/Statistics, Operations/Supply Chain, Organizational Management/Behavior, Risk Management/Insurance
- Demonstrating operations consulting experience supporting asset and wealth management
- Managing projects across planning, budgeting, execution, and completion
- Applying business performance metrics and operational performance management
- Coaching teams through change management and service excellence
- Utilizing analytical thinking to identify system linkages and process improvement
- Mentoring junior staff while upholding professional and technical standards

Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $99,000 - $232,000. 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: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glanceAs 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. 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: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-workFor 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.

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