At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions. In product strategy at PwC, you will focus on the overall evolution of the portfolio of products, from management of the innovation funnel intaking new ideas, building the business case and design of our new products, to continually evaluating and supporting our existing product portfolios. You will build out ideas into a vision and business plan for monetization, helping guide leadership towards investment decisions. You will also drive competitive analysis and market intelligence activities to offer insights that translate into strategic product direction and product positioning. Working in this area, you will validate the line of sight to generating revenue through assessing TAM, supporting the design and execution of GTM efforts. Your responsibilities include facilitating these action plans for moving forward into build and towards commercialization.

Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you are expected to adapt to working with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are expected to take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. As you navigate through the Firm, you build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.
• Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
• Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.
• Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback.
• Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns.
• Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
• Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As an Advisory National - Product Strategy Associate, you will engage in the dynamic world of software and product innovation, focusing on developing and executing strategic initiatives that drive product success. You will work closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions that enhance their competitive edge. Your role will involve conducting competitive analysis, developing business cases, and crafting product strategies that align with market demands.

As an Associate, you will be immersed in a learning environment where adaptability and teamwork are key. You will contribute to client engagements, building your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. This role offers the chance to grow your personal brand by deepening your technical knowledge and understanding of firm services. You will be encouraged to embrace challenges, ask questions, and use these opportunities for personal and professional growth.

In this role, you will also be involved in product positioning, commercialization, and revenue generation activities. Your contributions will support the broader objectives of your team, helping to shape the future of product strategy within the organization.

Responsibilities

- Developing product strategies that align with organizational goals and market demands
- Conducting competitive analysis to identify strengths and weaknesses of rival products
- Collaborating with teams to create and implement product roadmaps and lifecycle management plans
- Utilizing agile methodology to enhance product development processes and improve efficiency
- Engaging in business case development to support strategic decision-making and project selection
- Analyzing customer needs to inform product ideation and specification
- Supporting commercialization efforts by contributing to product positioning and marketing strategies
- Participating in strategic planning sessions to drive profitable growth and market penetration
- Assisting in the operationalization of product strategies to achieve business objectives
- Contributing to the creation of user guides and documentation to support product adoption and customer satisfaction

What You Must Have

- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
- Client service associate positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are completing or have recently completed their final academic year of educational requirements

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for one of the following field(s) of study: Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Computer and Information Science, Computer Applications, Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Systems Analysis, Data Processing/Analytics/Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, Statistics
- Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
- Demonstrating proficiency in Agile Methodology and Business Process Modeling
- Conducting Competitive Analysis and Customer Needs Analysis
- Developing Business Case and Pricing Strategy
- Excelling in Market Research and Market Trends analysis
- Utilizing Software Product Management and Product Strategy skills
- Applying Strategic Planning in Product Development
-Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
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PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws.  At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.



The salary range for this position is: $61,000 - $100,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance