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Play an integral and visible role within the firm – The Independence Consultant is responsible for providing critical support to the Audit & Assurance service line and its practitioners in respect of all client-related & personal independence & conflict matters and supporting practitioners through consultation during the take-on and independence related processes. 

Given the importance of independence, conflict and take-on processes as well as the increased scope and focus of our regulators, this role offers exciting opportunities for the right person whilst gaining and broadening an understanding of auditor independence requirements.

• Relevant business or legal tertiary qualification

Experience

• A compliance, risk, audit, legal or independence & conflict background
• Solid understanding of a regulatory environment and ability to interpret and apply technical rules, based on professional standards and legislation requirements, to practical examples
• Experience in working in a professional services or audit related environment, would be an advantage.
• Previous knowledge of ethics and independence regulations.
• Exposure to independence rules within SEC audit environment advantageous.

Technical Competencies

• Expert in field with excellent industry and business knowledge
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Ability to interpret, communicate and implement strategy
• Demonstrated execution of complex projects within timeframes and cost
• Experienced in development and delivery of professional presentations
• Excellent report writing skills

Specialized Competencies

• Delivering on challenging audit engagements across the insurance industry
• Sustain Profitability
• Proactively contribute to the business strategies of the firm in all aspects
• Talent Management
• Risk and quality Management

Behavioural

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent presentation skills
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Good mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others
• Strong client delivery focus
• Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease
• Focus on quality and risk
• Sound problem solving ability

* Please note that this job advertisement provides a summary of the capabilities required and all candidates shortlisted will receive a full list of capabilities.

At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. We seek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.