Senior Associate - Resource Management

IN_Associate_resource management_OC RMG_Advisory_Gurgaon Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Operations Management Level Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in talent and development focus on finding, deploying, training and enabling talent through talent identification and enhancing employee skills and knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. These individuals collaborate with subject matter specialists and project teams to strategize effective ways to locate, assess, educate and train employees, in line with market developments and firm strategy. In staffing and deployment at PwC, your work will focus on managing and optimising the deployment of employees within the organisation, getting the right talent to the right place at the right time. • 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. " Job Description & summary: Manages day-to-day resourcing operations, ensuring optimal utilization of resources. Collaborates with delivery and HR teams to meet business requirements through proactive resource planning and reporting. Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end allocation of employees to projects based on skills, experience, and availability. Conduct regular utilization reviews and bench management activities. Monitor RM metrics and provide analytical insights for decision-making. Support project managers in addressing resource conflicts and shortfalls. Drive capacity planning and reallocation to meet client delivery timelines. Prepare detailed MIS and business reports (utilization, availability, variance). Collaborate across departments for workforce forecasting and hiring needs. Identify minor process gaps and suggest improvements. Advanced Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, lookups, conditional formulas). Good understanding of RM lifecycle and project staffing processes. Effective communication, negotiation, and relationship management. Analytical and problem-solving mindset. Time management and multitasking ability. Utilization %, bench optimization, and resourcing accuracy. Quality and insightfulness of RM reports. Stakeholder satisfaction and timely project staffing. Efficiency in resolving resource conflicts. Experience: 3–5 years Associate, 5-7 Sr. Associate Education: Master’s degree in HR, Operations, Business Analytics, or an equivalent discipline. Primary Focus: Resource allocation, stakeholder management, analytical reporting Mandatory Skill Sets: Resource management Preferred Skill Sets: Consulting Years of Experience Required: 4-8 years Education Qualification: MBA Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: MBA (Master of Business Administration)Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Resource Management Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Business Performance Management, Business Reporting, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Coordinating Staff, Data Analysis, Demand Management, Development Collaboration, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Human Resources (HR) Report, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Optimism, Project Resource Allocation, Project Resource Management, Resource Allocation, Resource Identification, Resource Interpretation, Resource Management, Resource Sharing, Staffing Model {+ 10 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date April 13, 2026 Experience Level Senior Level