Senior Associate - Human Resources Consulting

IN_Senior Associate_Payroll Specialist_People and Organization_Advisory_Noida Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Managed Services Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in workforce consulting focus on providing consulting services related to human resources, talent management, and organisational development. They analyse client needs, develop people and organisation strategies. These individuals offer guidance and support to help clients optimise their workforce, enhance employee engagement, and drive organisational effectiveness. In change management and communications at PwC, you will focus on helping clients navigate organisational change and effectively communicate with stakeholders. You will work closely with clients to develop change management strategies, assess change readiness, and design communication plans to support successful change initiatives. Your work will provide guidance on employee engagement, training, and cultural transformation to drive organisational adoption and minimise resistance. •Why PWC At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us . At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. " Role Purpose: The incumbent of this role is a key face of the P &O practice in the market. The focus of the role is to maximize the high-quality and high-impact brand perception of PwC P& O by ensuring a “wow” experience is consistently delivered for clients. Responsibilities: Technical skills: 1. India Payroll– end to end payroll processing including new joiner and resignee 2. Strong in data validation, reconciliation and analysis 3. Thorough knowledge on Tax (Salary TDS) and Statutory around payroll 4. Handling payroll related tax and statutory (PF, PT, ESIC and LWF) compliances – preparation, validation, filing through govt portal 5. Documents checking – reimbursements / Tax proofs 6. Employee query handling, handling issues work smartly, time and work management 7. Retiral benefits (PF, NPS, Gratuity, Leave encashment, Superannuation fund etc ) 8. Visiting regulatory authorities for closure of payroll compliance related issues around PF, PT, LWF and ESIC 9. Knowledge on employee life cycle management and HR operations 10. Knowledge in Payroll software, GreytHR will be added advantage Soft skills: 1. Ability to handle confidential data and sensitive situation 2. Strong communication skill – both written and verbal 3. Well versed in data analytics, worked in payroll software and other govt portals 4. Strong interpersonal skill, team management and capability of working independently 5. Computer proficiency – should be proficient in word, xls , power point, working in network environment, payroll software etc Others: 1. Minimum 8 years of relevant experience dedicatedly in payroll 2. Graduate + Mandatory Skill Sets: HR Consulting, Business delivery, Management consulting , HR Transformation Preferred Skill Sets: HR Consulting, Business delivery, Management consulting , HR Transformation Years of Experience required: 4years+ Education Qualification: MBA /BE /Btech Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Master of Business AdministrationDegrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Human Resources Consulting Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Analysis, Change Impact Analysis, Change Management, Communication, Communications Management, Communications Planning, Communications Strategy, Corporate Communications, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Engagement Strategies, Human Capital Initiatives, Human Resources Management (HRM), Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Issue Management, Learning Agility, Optimism, Organizational Behavior {+ 13 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Government Clearance Required? Job Posting End Date March 12, 2026 Experience Level Senior Level