Associate Analyst
PwC
About the role
PwC India is a global professional services network that offers audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services to a diverse range of clients across industries. With a strong presence in Gurugram, the firm is part of the Acceleration Center India, a hub that brings together crossβfunctional teams to deliver innovative solutions to clients worldwide. PwCβs culture emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and a commitment to sustainability, making it an ideal environment for professionals who want to shape the future of business.
The Sustainability Associate 2 role is a fullβtime position that focuses on sustainability assurance and reporting. As an associate, you will support engagements that evaluate the quality, reliability, and completeness of sustainability data against global frameworks such as GRI, SASB, and TCFD. You will work closely with senior team members to gather evidence, test data integrity, and document findings that help clients improve their ESG disclosures.
Key responsibilities include
- Gathering and testing evidence for sustainability metrics across selected performance indicators.
- Comparing reported information with framework requirements and identifying disclosure gaps.
- Assisting in materiality analysis by reviewing source data and tracking assumptions.
- Evaluating control activities related to data collection, transformation, and reporting.
- Analyzing trends and patterns in sustainability data using spreadsheets and visualization tools.
- Conducting research on climate, environmental, and social topics to support client projects.
- Communicating progress and findings clearly to senior team members.
- Adhering to professional standards, independence requirements, and internal guidelines.
- Collaborating with crossβfunctional teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax, and Business Services.
- Continuously improving processes and learning new sustainability frameworks.
The role requires proficiency in Excel, data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or Tableau), and a solid understanding of ESG reporting standards. You will also need strong analytical, communication, and problemβsolving skills.
Growth path: Starting as an associate, you can progress to Senior Associate, Manager, Senior Manager, and eventually to Director or Partner, with opportunities to specialize in sustainability, ESG strategy, or audit. PwC offers structured learning programs, mentorship, and exposure to global projects.
Why join PwC? The firm offers competitive compensation, a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion, and a platform to work on highβimpact sustainability projects that influence global business practices. You will gain exposure to cuttingβedge tools, continuous professional development, and the chance to build a rewarding career in a leading professional services firm.
Eligibility & process
Who can apply
Bachelorβs degree in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA. At least 1 year of relevant experience. No backlogs. Proficiency in English (oral and written).
Skills & stack
Selection process
- Round 1: Technical assessment and case study
- Round 2: Managerial interview with senior associate
- Round 3: HR interview
Prep kit
20 resourcesStudy material 4
Company-specific guides 4
Likely coding questions 4
Round-wise strategy 4
Technical questions 5
What is the difference between WHERE and HAVING clauses in SQL? Answer
Explain SQL Window functions: ROW_NUMBER(), RANK(), and DENSE_RANK(). Answer
How do you handle NULL and missing values during data cleaning in Python/Pandas? Answer
What is the difference between Star Schema and Snowflake Schema in Data Warehousing? Answer
How do you calculate MoM (Month-over-Month) growth in SQL? Answer
Behavioural & HR questions 3
Highlight PwC's market reputation, recent tech innovations, and how your skills in Sustainability Reporting directly solve their team's objectives.
Use the STAR method: Situation (project context), Task (what needed solving), Action (specific tools/logic applied), Result (quantifiable positive outcome).
Explain your prioritization strategy, proactive communication with mentors/peers, and agile mindset.