Junior Adviseur Root Cause & Research

Join Our Multidisciplinary Root Cause & Research Team

Job Description & Summary

We are looking for a curious, flexible, and independent colleague to strengthen our multidisciplinary Root Cause & Research team! This position is ideal for a recent graduate who wants to develop in conducting root cause analyses, is interested in organizational dynamics and behavior, enjoys conducting research on a scientific basis, and is motivated to learn from experienced colleagues in a dynamic environment.

Your role

You will be engaged in conducting Root Cause Analyses and various other types of research within the (inter)national Assurance practice of PwC, focusing on improvement of our quality. Your work will include analyzing quality findings and a variety of issues, such as learning from mistakes and themes around effectiveness. You will actively contribute to drafting improvement proposals and raising quality standards. An important part of this is also measuring and evaluating the effectiveness of these measures.

Within your analyses, you will work with various Root Cause Analysis Themes, such as human behavior and decision-making, work processes and procedures, communication and collaboration, leadership and culture, and the design and support of systems and resources.

You will also strengthen our team by carrying out external assignments where we help clients with Root Cause Analyses and provide targeted advice on quality improvements and organizational culture.

Who you are

• You have a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in social sciences (Psychology, Philosophy, Anthropology, Sociology), Public Administration, Business Administration or another relevant field.
• You have an understanding of the audit profession and an audit organization, or you are open to gaining this essential understanding.
• You possess strong analytical skills and the ability to comprehend complex issues.
• You have good communication skills, both verbal and written, and you are able to present results clearly.
• You have experience and affinity with conducting qualitative research such as interviews and (focus) group discussions.
• You have experience with quantitative research (knowledge of PowerBI, Excel, and Alteryx is a plus).
• You speak and write Dutch and English fluently.
• You are able to work effectively both in a team and independently, and you are strong in building connections and maintaining relationships.
• You enjoy working together and contribute to an open, safe and inquisitive team culture.

What we offer

At our firm, you’ll have the chance to be yourself, bring your best in a high‑performance organisation and grow within our global network. We offer, among other things:

• A competitive salary and the opportunity to grow quickly.
• Tailored training for professional growth and leadership development.
• A motivating work environment where collaboration with ambitious colleagues and recognition for your contributions are central.
• Comprehensive benefits, including a well‑being budget for your physical and mental health.
• The flexibility of hybrid working, including an ergonomic home office setup and a net allowance for internet and other costs.
• Attractive mobility options, including an electric lease car or a mobility allowance for your business travel, and the option to use different mobility providers.
• 30 days of annual leave.

Contact
Esther van den Bergesther.van.den.berg@pwc.com+31 (0)6 42 44 86 47

Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We’ll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.