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About the Division

It takes a high-powered network of internal support professionals to keep Deloitte going strong. The internal services function provides a wide variety of support services to our organisation and people.

Rewarding career opportunities are available in:

• Human resources
• Information technology
• Marketing and Communications
• Financial support services, and much more.

As with all the functions in Deloitte, a core set of competencies is associated with each internal service area. An overall understanding of value-added client service, the experience to work in multifunctional and cross-border teams, strong business acumen, and the instinct to think and act globally are essential for advancement within Internal Client Services.

What impact will you make?

Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. As the undisputed leader in professional services, Deloitte is where you’ll find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realize your full potential.

Main Purpose of Job

An exciting opportunity exists to become part of the Central Independence team. We are looking for a detail-focused individual with strong multi-tasking skills and who wants to be part of a dynamic team. This position will provide a great opportunity to play a vital role in enabling Deloitte to serve its clients whilst protecting our reputation and brand.

This role will be responsible for providing critical support to the firm through the monitoring and maintenance of the Deloitte Entity Search and Compliance System (DESC) which assists the firm with our systems of quality control to monitor audit client’s and its affiliates (related entities) and ensures compliance with the firm’s independence requirements:

• Update and maintenance of Group Structures on DESC for Audit Clients and its affiliates, including Relationship Entities and Watchlist Entities
• Rolling out and managing rolling verification projects and or other projects required by Global Independence, on quarterly and bi-annual basis.
• Performance of materiality calculations in line with the IESBA Code of Ethics (DPM 1420 – Deloitte Policy).
• Accurate and timeous processing of DESC Batches on the DESC system
• Monitoring of Entities for Member Firm Loans, including verification procedures as required per Global Independence.
• Monitoring of Mailbox and addressing queries in time, relation to the function.
• Liaising with other functions within Independence & Risk and Audit & Assurance that links with the DESC procedures.
• Perform quality controls on current DESC Entities from time to time
• Assist with various monitoring activities in relation to changes of responsible parties, identifying potential new clients through Phoenix (client relationship management system), and merger and acquisition flags.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7)

Minimum Experience

• One to Two years' work experience
• Basic understanding of independence aspects affecting the audit environment.
• General knowledge of the applicable regulatory bodies (IFAC/SEC/PCAOB etc.)
• General knowledge / understanding of ISIN numbers, Listing Symbols, Collective Investment Funds, Asset Managers, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Corporate Group Structures.
• Knowledge of relevant Deloitte Policy Manuals on Independence would be an advantage, (if you are a Deloitte internal candidate).

Desired Experience

• 2 years’ work experience within similar function

Technical Competencies

• Basic technical knowledge in specific functional area
• Basic skills in analysis and report writing
• Experience in drafting of professional presentations and reports for review
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Basic financial knowledge and understanding

Behavioural Competencies

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Desire to develop self
• Client delivery focus
• Adaptable
• Focus on quality and awareness of risk
• Problem solving ability
• Basic business acumen

Talent Standards: Leadership Capabilities

Living our Purpose -Identifies and embraces our purpose and values and puts these into practice in their professional life
Influence -Builds relationships and communicates effectively in order to positively influence peers and other stakeholders
Performance drive -Seeks opportunities to challenge self; teams with others across businesses and borders to deliver and takes accountability for own and team results
Strategic direction -Understands objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns own work to objectives and sets personal priorities
Talent development -Develops self by actively seeking opportunities for growth, shares knowledge and experiences with others, and acts as a strong brand ambassador

Professional Capabilities
Knows the business and industry -Knows how member firm business works and keeps up-to-date on industry activities, marketplace trends and leading practices
Manages to results -Takes responsibility for assigned areas and contributes to the successful realization of common goals
Manages and executes projects -Prepares and manages work plans to ensure efficient and timely completion of work
Solves problems -Identifies and solves problems objectively using analysis, experience and judgment
Manages quality and risk -Understands and applies quality assurance and risk management procedures in all areas of work performed
Manages change and ambiguity -Is adaptive and flexible in the face of change and ambiguity

Note: The list of tasks / duties and responsibilities contained in this document is not necessarily exhaustive. Deloitte may ask the employee to carry out additional duties or responsibilities, which may fall reasonably within the ambit of the role profile, depending on operational requirements.

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.