Why PwC?

At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. In Austria, we support our clients in many areas as one-stop shop. The public sector, banking institutions as well as local and global leading companies – from family run businesses to global corporations – have all come to appreciate our expertise.

“We are a Community of Solvers” – We deliver fresh ideas, solutions by people for people, supported by trendsetting technology. Whether you begin via a trainee programme, are directly hired, do an internship or work while studying; whether you are passionate about numbers, laws, technology or the environment: We bet on innovative people, bringing their personal expertise to our international network.

We do not only work with but also for purpose and meaning. We emphasise quality, integrity and inclusive cooperation in everything we do. Our values are the basis of our daily actions. Having a clear vision of what is significant, we are committed to be successful together and to personal growth.

Fighting prejudices starts at your everyday (working) life. We raise awareness of our employees for the danger of unconscious biases and how to overcome them in everyday life through targeted workshops and trainings. In this way, everyone actively contributes to an inclusive working environment – an important step towards the culture of Inclusion.

MyAbility, a consulting firm supporting companies in leveraging the potentials of people with disabilities, either as clients or as employees, supports us since 2016. We are happy to regularly participate at the myAbility Talent® programme, connecting high-achieving students with disabilities or chronic diseases to Austrian companies. Before getting to know PwC in detail by means of exciting job shadowing, young talents benefit from tailored career workshops and job coaching in a first step.

Furthermore, we have been supporting the annual main event of the myAbility Business Forum for years now, in order to improve visibility of business and disability. The DisAbility Confidence Day has become a well-established event of the Austrian business community and a voice for more inclusion.

We would like to particularly encourage people with disabilities to apply with us. If you have any questions regarding the application process or if you need any assistance, Denise-Celine Pfneiszl is happy to help anytime. Please do not hesitate to contact her to ensure together the best possible support for your application. You can reach her via the contact form linked here.

We have signed the Charta of Diversity, a “voluntary commitment” of Austrian companies, institutions and organisations. By signing the Charter, companies commit to appreciating all members of society – without exceptions. In doing so, as the first large accounting firm we have set an example in 2016.

Why does sexual identity matter on the job? At PwC, we openly address this topic. Work and private life are separated, of course, but inevitably, we bring a part of ourselves to work. A colleague talking about their vacation with their partner or about moving in with their partner is absolutely normal for us at PwC – it is a part of each and every one of us. At PwC it is not only about tolerance, but also about full acceptance. This is why we actively take care of the LGBTQIA+ community’s needs, promote networking and support all employees through regular events of our Shine Network – irrespective of their sexuality or identity.

Such as many Austrian companies, also PwC Austria supports the initiative of RBI to end discrimination in blood donation. It is our goal to create a work environment in which everyone can be themselves. What this means is that nobody is excluded from our blood donation activities based on their sexual orientation or their identity. Experts say exclusions like this are not necessary from a medical and legal point of view.

Together, we did it: A new Blood Donation Ordinance is in force since September 2022, which only takes into account the individual risk of sexually transmitted diseases (“3-3-3 rule”).

More than 50% of PwC Austria’s employees are female, and the percentage of women in leading roles is above 40% – but this is by far not enough for us. Forming a joint counterbalance against discrimination in business requires a strong network. The members of our Women Network actively promote exchange amongst women and support all female colleagues to bring out the very best in themselves and write a success story. The Women Network organises regular meetings as well as formats to exchange knowledge and for mutual inspiration, next to interdisciplinary networking.

Parental part-time and parental leave models offer the flexibility required for harmonising professional development with the role as a parent. In particular, part-time working and individual working models are decisive to reconcile being an active parent with the job’s requirements

We actively support including fathers and encourage them to take their parental leave. As employer it is our responsibility to support families and offer solutions – since this is beneficial not only for parents and their children, but also for the company.

Flexibility is not just a strategy but a mindset. We promote a work environment characterised by mutual respect, finding joy in work and responsibility.

Since 2010, we continuously work on improving reconciliation of work, family and private life, for which we were awarded the quality label “Audit berufundfamilie” for the fifth time. Our family-friendly commitment is based on a comprehensive definition of family, including all people close to the employee. Thus, we create a modern and flexible company culture, meeting the needs of various phases and circumstances of life.

Within the audit, we have developed extensive measures to promote work-life balance including:

• Flexible working models and part-time working models, including the executive level
• Flex work, home office and working on the road
• Learning leave and reduced working hours in exam phases while studying
• Activity-based working, offering work environments tailored to specific task
• Support from parental leave services such as parental leave folders and advice on returning to the job
• Family time: In addition to two days after the birth of a child as required by law, we give all expecting parents three additional days
• Childcare at Leopoldi holiday
• Events such as events for children, office tours and parental leave breakfasts strengthen the bond between families and the workplace

"There is not much you can get wrong. The only wrong thing is to look the other way.”

#MentalHealthMatters: According to the WHO, almost one in three persons suffers from at least one mental illness over the course of a lifetime. Nevertheless, it is still difficult for many to talk about it or ask for help. In acute situations, during mental crises and stressful situations, both in personal and professional life, it is important to act quickly and initiate the right rescue chain. Therefore, PwC Austria supports “Mental Health First Aid”.

Already in the first round of our initiative, 27 colleagues with various backgrounds of several PwC locations have successfully completed a training as a certified “Mental Health First Aider”. Thanks to their trained awareness, they detect early warning signs of mental stress at the workplace and are the first contact and confidant for our colleagues. As Mental Health First Aiders, they always have a sympathetic ear and support employees to take the right steps during crises, since there is no overall health without mental health, both in professional and private life.

As employer we take our responsibility for mental health seriously and grant our employees quick and straightforward access to professional psychological counselling free of charge via our partner Instahelp. The counselling services include diverse issues from sleep deprivation and parenting issues to workplace stress.

Regular Health Events with inspiring speakers and mental health trainings offer tips & tricks for your mental health.

Our company physician offers annual medical check-ups, medical counselling and vaccinations.