SATIC - Data Migration Consultant (SA) at PwC South Africa

Requirements:

Qualifications / Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant subject areas such as Finance, Business, Data or Technology related

Experience:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in technology and data programmes e.g. ERP data migrations.
• Strong experience and/or certifications in Python & SQL
• Experience with applications such as Alteryx and/or Informatica will be advantageous
• Experience with cloud platforms, and familiarity with cloud deployment tools and practices.
• Hands on experience and/ or certifications in ERP/CRM/HR systems such as Workday, Sage, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics & Salesforce.
• Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Proven IT skills (in at least the following programmes): MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).Fluent in English.
• The ability and willingness to travel worldwide when the project dictates.

Desirable skill sets:

• Technical skills in one or more of the following areas –data migrations, data governance, data script development, and data projects in relation to ERP/CRM/HR systems
• Experience in managing containerised applications (e.g. FastAPI, Kubernetes).
• The ability to demonstrate a strong understanding of best practices in software development and effective team collaboration. Experience using GitHub for various development activities, including version control, collaboration, and code reviews.
• Hands on experience in leveraging GenAI for software development
• Experience working with finance systems

Key responsibilities:

• We currently have opportunities for ambitious and highly motivated individuals with a proven history of delivering high-quality client projects, experience in data, and a background in technology and data programmes. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:
• You will be required to possess strong team working skills as the delivery role requires working with clients, reporting to seniors and coaching junior staff.
• The role involves creating and reviewing client deliverables, from executive reports to detailed design documentation, and developing data scripts. Key activities include identifying migration requirements, executing migration cycles, ensuring a consistent migration approach and collaborating with clients to resolve data issues. Candidates will provide practical data and technology expertise to design robust migration solutions and support the maintenance of assets including the PwC Data Migration Suite.
• The role requires collaboration with colleagues across various competencies and regions within our Risk and Consulting practices to deliver high-value solutions for clients, including data migration for large-scale transformation programs. This includes working with UK colleagues on client projects and internal initiatives, and collaborating with international teams when needed.
• Continue to develop yourself personally and stay current with trends in data and technology, particularly in AI, to drive innovation and enhance client impact by keeping up to date with data trends both regionally and globally.