Financial Crimes Unit Data & Analytics Tech Associate - Summer/Fall 2026

PwC•Rosemont, IL

2d•$61,000 - $100,000

About The Position

At PwC, our people in data and analytics focus on leveraging data to drive insights and make informed business decisions. They utilise advanced analytics techniques to help clients optimise their operations and achieve their strategic goals. In business intelligence at PwC, you will focus on leveraging data and analytics to provide strategic insights and drive informed decision-making for clients. You will develop and implement innovative solutions to optimise business performance and enhance competitive advantage. 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 a Financial Crimes Unit Data & Analytics Tech Associate, you will engage in the development and implementation of data-driven solutions to address complex business challenges. You will leverage your skills in data visualization and analytics platforms to deliver insights that drive decision-making and enhance business intelligence. As an Associate, you will focus on learning and contributing to client engagements, developing your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. You will be exposed to clients, building meaningful connections and learning how to manage and inspire others. You will navigate increasingly complex situations, growing your personal brand and deepening your technical expertise. In this role, you will be part of a dynamic team within the Data and Analytics group, where you will contribute to continuous process improvement and data quality assurance. You will manage data pipelines and engage in stakeholder interactions, using your analytical skills to interpret data and inform insights. This position offers the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of business contexts and how they are evolving, while using a broad range of tools and methodologies to generate new ideas and solve problems.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Preference for one of the following field(s) of study: Computer and Information Science, Computer and Information Science & Accounting, Economics, Economics and Finance, Economics and Finance & Technology, Engineering, Operations Management/Research, Statistics, Mathematics, or Data Processing/Analytics/Science
Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
Demonstrating proficiency in Python and Java programming languages
Utilizing Tableau for data visualization
Engaging in continuous process improvement initiatives
Developing skills in business data analytics and interpretation
Managing database systems effectively
Participating in industry trend analysis and market development activities
Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes

Responsibilities

Analyzing and interpreting complex data sets to provide actionable insights for business decision-making
Developing interactive dashboards and reports to enhance data visualization and accessibility
Implementing continuous process improvement strategies to optimize data analytics workflows and increase efficiency
Collaborating with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
Utilizing Python and Java programming languages to develop and maintain data analytics applications
Managing database systems to ensure data integrity and reliability for reporting and analysis purposes
Conducting industry trend analysis to identify opportunities for market development and competitive advantage
Engaging in qualitative analysis to support business intelligence initiatives and drive strategic planning
Supporting client engagements by delivering data-driven insights and recommendations