Operate Black Talent in Business Insight Programme 2025

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Operate Black Talent in Business Insight Programme 2025

Programme Overview:

PwC’s Operate Black Talent in Business Insight Programme is designed to introduce Black heritage students to the dynamic world of Operate, PwC’s delivery and execution arm. This programme offers participants a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in business operations, project management, and data-driven decision-making.

The Operate division at PwC provides clients with a wide range of operational solutions, helping them manage large-scale projects, regulatory compliance, and technology-driven initiatives. As part of the Black Talent in Business Insight Programme, you’ll gain practical experience working with PwC’s Operate teams, learning how they deliver efficient business processes and improve client outcomes through data analytics and operational expertise.

This programme is an important part of PwC’s commitment to advancing diversity, offering participants the chance to build skills, grow their networks, and explore career opportunities in business operations and service delivery.

What You’ll Do:

Throughout the programme, you’ll work with PwC’s Operate teams on a variety of projects, giving you a clear understanding of how PwC helps clients improve their business operations. You’ll gain exposure to the following areas:

• Business Operations: Learn how PwC delivers large-scale business solutions that help clients enhance operational efficiency and meet their strategic goals.
• Project Management: Understand the processes behind managing complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Customer Service: Experience how PwC’s Operate teams support clients in achieving high levels of customer satisfaction through seamless service delivery.
• Data Analytics: See how data science and analytics are used to optimise business processes, enhance decision-making, and provide actionable insights to clients.

Why Join the Programme:

• Hands-on experience: Work on real-world projects, gaining practical insight into business operations and how PwC’s Operate teams help clients succeed.
• Skills development: Build essential skills in project management, data analysis, and customer service, all of which are critical for a career in business operations.
• Networking opportunities: Connect with PwC professionals and mentors, building relationships that will support your future career development.
• Insight into PwC’s inclusive culture: Learn how PwC fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment, and experience the firm’s commitment to supporting Black talent in business.

By the end of the programme, you will have a comprehensive understanding of PwC’s Operate services and be equipped with the skills needed to pursue a career in business operations, project management, or data analytics.

Who Should Apply:

This programme is open to Black heritage university students who are interested in exploring careers in business operations and service delivery. Whether you are studying business, management, technology, or data science, this programme will give you the insights and experience necessary to pursue a successful career in PwC’s Operate division. PwC welcomes students who are eager to learn about operational efficiency, project management, and data-driven decision-making.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Interest in business operations, project management, and data science
• Ability to work well in teams and communicate effectively
• Enthusiasm for learning and adapting in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to PwC’s values of diversity and inclusion

Programme Duration:

This is a short-term insight programme, typically lasting one week, designed to give participants a comprehensive overview of PwC’s Operate division and career opportunities in business operations.

About PwC

We work to build trust, deliver sustained outcomes and help clients solve their most important problems by combining human ingenuity and understanding with the right technology. Join us in Actuarial, Audit, Business Solutions, Consulting, Deals, Legal, Operate, Risk, Tax or Technology.

Our global strategy, called The New Equation, brings our purpose to life by bringing our people together to strive for imaginative ways of solving our clients' most important challenges. We’re investing in the areas that matter most. Building out our capabilities in ESG and Net Zero, and combining the diverse experiences and skills of our people with innovative technology to build trust and deliver sustained outcomes.

Employing over 25,000 people across the UK, attracting, retaining and investing in the best people is critical. In some areas, this could mean working towards a professional qualification. In return we ask that joiners are eager to learn, with business awareness, intellectual and cultural curiosity and the ability to build strong relationships. We encourage our people to work together to drive impact and deliver quality to our clients.

Graduates and undergraduates can expect to be part of a stimulating environment working on challenging projects in a culture that embraces difference and empowers them to think differently. Uniqueness and innovation is valued at PwC which is why we have The Deal for all employees that ensures the experience of working here is right for everyone. Your hard work and accomplishments will be recognised and rewarded with a competitive salary and tailored, flexible benefits.

Join our human-led, tech-powered team. Be a part of The New Equation.

How to apply

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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.