Deloitte is a leading global provider of audit and audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services. Our global network of member firms and related entities in more than 150 countries and territories (collectively, the “Deloitte organization”) serves four out of five Fortune Global 500® companies.  Learn how Deloitte’s approximately 312,000 people make an impact that matters at www.deloitte.com 

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.

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 Global Independence Monitoring System (GIMS) which assists the individual practitioners to comply with the firm’s independence requirements:

• Personal Independence monitoring though the Deloitte Global Independence Monitoring system (GIMS).
• Monitoring GIMS system alerts and performance of various GIMS validation procedures.
• Monitoring new investment products requested through GIMS and assessing the products in terms of the regulatory policies to ensure permissibility. 
• Preparing quality feedback and reports with supporting schedules / documents.
• Identification of areas where additional learning/interventions might be required related to personal independence.
• Roll out relevant learning on developments related to personal independence.
• Managing and review of procedures performed by junior staff.
• Assist with GIMS communication and campaigns.
• Ad-hoc tasks associated with the function.
• Assist with reporting and trend analysis on a regular basis.
• Assist with providing evidence of procedures in relation to ISQM requirements for the function.
• Maintenance of Member Firm Accounts and Partner Special Arrangement Relationships.

Relevant business-related tertiary qualification:

• A compliance, risk, audit, or independence background
• Professional service delivery
• Understanding of a regulatory environment and ability to interpret and apply technical rules in a practical way.

Minimum Experience

• 4 years working experience
• Knowledge of the applicable regulatory bodies (IFAC/SEC/PCAOB etc.) applicable to the audit environment.
• Knowledge of independence aspects affecting the audit environment would be an advantage.
• Good understanding of investment vehicles and investment products would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of relevant Deloitte Policy Manuals on Independence would be an advantage (if you are a Deloitte internal candidate)
• Hands-on independence experience and a good understanding of independence in a professional services environment and the application of Independence management methodologies would be an advantage.

Desired Experience

• 4 years’ work experience within similar function
• Display a general level of understanding Deloitte Policy Manual 1420 on Independence, especially relating to Financial Interest and the Global Independence Monitoring System (GIMS) / IESBA Code of Ethics with respect to Financial Interests.
• Good understanding of ISIN numbers, Listing Symbols, Collective Investment Funds, Asset Managers, Subsidiaries, Associates, Securities Accounts, Bonds, Structures Products, Notes, Exchange Traded Funds, Pension products etc. and Corporate Group Structures.2

Technical Competencies

• High computer literacy, with solid working experience in Microsoft Office (Outlook and Word; advanced Excel would be an advantage).
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal business communication skills and an excellent proficiency in English – written & oral.
• Able to conduct meetings and workshops and deliver presentations skilfully.
• Delivery- and action-focused, and persistence and perseverance in driving issues to resolution.
• Good understanding of the principles of risk management and the ability to develop and present risk views with appropriate mitigation strategies.

Behavioural Competencies 

• Excellent time management skills; ability to work on multiple simultaneous activities, apply prioritisation, and negotiate deadlines.
• Self-motivated, high-energy levels, enthusiastic, committed, dynamic and driven.
• Mature attitude with the ability to apply sound judgement to matters.
• Ability to follow through on tasks to completion; good follow-up skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic and results-driven environment, and an ability to work under pressure, coupled with strong conflict management and negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to work with minimal guidance in a highly motivated and dynamic team.
• Good mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others

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.