PwC Locations

Offices/Locations:

PwC Headquarters: London, England, United Kingdom

London’s status as a global financial hub makes it a suitable choice for PwC’s headquarters. The firm also helps the city handle various challenges associated with its diverse population. The headquarters at 1 Embankment Place in London were re-opened in 2014 after nearly two years of renovation. The United Kingdom office hosts over 22,000 employees, making it a coveted destination for new hires.

Regions:

PwC’s international operations fall under six regions:

Africa

PricewaterhouseCoopers is Africa’s largest provider of professional services, with operations in 29 of the continent’s 54 countries. The firm helps African clients improve competitiveness and bridge the gap with more developed countries by identifying and sustainably exploiting emerging opportunities. PwC Africa has a headcount of over 10,000. 

Americas

PwC has offices in 37 countries in this region, from Canada in North America to Chile and Argentina in South America. The firm’s expertise helps its clients understand and overcome various challenges across the two continents, including language barriers, complex tax regulations, assorted labor laws, logistics, and occasional trade disputes.

Asia/Asia Pacific

The Asia/Asia Pacific region is the fastest growing in the world. It will account for at least 60% of global growth in the next decade. PwC has office locations in 23 countries in this region to help clients manage the expected opportunities and challenges. PwC’s Asia/Asia Pacific locations are also bound to benefit from the firm’s plan to increase its global headcount by 100,000 over 5 years to satisfy higher demand for its services.

Eurasia

PricewaterhouseCoopers is present in six Eurasian countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Uzbekistan, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan. The company is keen to implement The New Equation strategy in this region. This initiative aims to build sustainable solutions through two approaches. The first is solidifying customer trust through regular engagement and transparency.

The second approach utilizes appropriate technology and strategies to deliver sustainable outcomes aligned with clients’ long term objectives.  

Europe

PwC’s presence in 44 European countries makes it the busiest region for the professional services firm. This region also accounts for the second-highest revenue after the Americas. The Europe, Middle East, and Africa regions also hired over 5,000 new employees from 2021 to 2022, with Europe accounting for the majority. The company’s services in the EU include financial management and accounting, policy analysis & advice, risk management, audits, and technology consulting.

Middle East

Although known for their oil and gas wealth, middle eastern countries have been actively trying to diversify their economies. PwC plays a vital role in helping them reduce reliance on energy exports. The company also offers attractive career opportunities for qualified individuals in the region, ranging from graduates and interns to experienced hires.

Country Locations

PricewaterhouseCoopers operates over 700 office locations in more than 150 countries worldwide. The firm has clients in diverse industries such as energy, agriculture, government and public sector, transportation, hospitality and tourism, telecommunications, financial services, entertainment, and manufacturing.

PwC offers its professional services under four main categories: Assurance, Advisory, Tax, and Deals. The Assurance segment generates the most significant portion of its revenue, followed by Advisory, then Tax. PwC strategically opens offices in locations that are most convenient to its clients.

Number of Overall Employees

With almost 328,000 employees, PricewaterhouseCoopers easily ranks among the top 50 biggest employers worldwide. Its phenomenal growth is also apparent in the number of new workers it adds annually. According to Statista, the company’s 2021 headcount stood at 295,000.

By 2022, the number had increased to over 327,000, with the Asia/Asia Pacific region accounting for most new hires. An annual increase of over 30,000 employees is proof of the company’s growth potential and excellent career opportunities. PwC consistently ranks among the best employers in all the countries it maintains operations.

Top PwC Locations:

1. Dubai

Dubai hosts two of PricewaterhouseCooper’s four offices in the UAE, one at Al Khatem Tower and the other at Emaar Square. In 2022, the Emaar Square office received the prestigious WELL Certification at the highest Platinum level. The latest building standard, WELL v2, focuses on enhancing the well-being and health of PricewaterhouseCoopers employees.

2. Largest:

a. New York Office

This PwC location at 300 Madison Avenue also serves as the US headquarters. The flagship office offers employees a welcoming environment and proximity to high-value clients. The New York office is also one of the most competitive in the world. You must perform at your highest level if you land an offer here.

b. Chicago

PwC Chicago’s primary clients are in the manufacturing, consumer packaged goods, and financial services sectors. Like New York, this location has a reputation for being a fast-paced environment. However, The Windy City provides several opportunities to unwind after a hard day’s work, including museums and art galleries.

c. Boston

The Boston PwC location is at 101 Seaport Boulevard, Suite 500. A typical day here involves engaging clients through services such as auditing, tax planning, handling mergers & acquisitions, human resource transformation, and succession planning. Working in this professional environment benefits your career by sharpening your expertise in various innovative industries.

d. Bay Area (San Jose and San Francisco)

PwC’s solutions include helping clients recruit in-demand personnel, a service that’s relevant to California’s tech-focused economy. A position in San Jose and San Francisco involves engaging with diverse startups and public sector organizations. Although California’s cost of living is high, PwC’s locations in the state present some once-in-a-lifetime career opportunities.

e. Los Angeles

The City of Angels is home to two PricewaterhouseCoopers offices located at South Figueroa Street and Rosecrans Avenue. While you’re likely to experience a steep learning curve, you’ll ultimately develop valuable time management and team-building skills.

3. Beijing

PricewaterhouseCoopers operates 26 locations in mainland China, three of which are in Beijing. The company’s services include navigating joint ventures, ensuring harmony with local regulations, implementing tax-optimized shareholding structures, and facilitating applications in accurate formats.

4. China, Hong Kong and Macau

China is the world’s second-largest economy, with a massive, irresistible market for several PwC clients. As the country gradually re-opens after its strict lockdowns, demand for professional services will rise significantly. PwC provides essential solutions to foreign investors entering China and local companies seeking global expansion.

PwC China operates under five main categories: Consulting, Audit and Assurance, Deals, Risk assurance, and Tax.

This PwC location has received several prestigious awards, including 19 consecutive years of recognition as China’s top accounting firm by the Chinese Institute of Certified Public Accountants (CICPA). As of 2022, China stands out as the country with the most companies on the Fortune Global 500 list.  

It also collaborates with the Macau SAR (Special Administrative Region) and Hong Kong SAR offices, the latter of which has a vibrant audit/public accountancy market. Collectively, the China locations employ over 20,000 people. 

5. Key Locations:

a. New York

PwC New York’s offices are close to Grand Central Terminal. The firm reportedly leased an additional 240,000 square feet a few blocks away to accommodate its growing employees. The New York office also stands out for its casual dress code.

b. India

As one of Asia’s economic giants, India also experiences growing pains. PwC India is projected to add 30,000 new jobs over the next five years to manage client needs efficiently. The firm currently has 27 offices in the country.

c. Bangalore

Bangalore, or Bengaluru, is India’s IT hub. That’s partly why it hosts six of India’s 27 PwC locations. The firm facilitates collaboration between Indian and foreign firms.

d. Houston

Located in the central downtown area of Texas’s capital city, this PwC location’s clients are in the energy industry. Houston’s cost of living is also lower for employees compared to locations such as California.

e. London

In addition to the headquarters at 1 Embankment Place, PwC also operates an office at 7 More London Riverside. The firm is committed to helping solve London’s most pressing issues, including transportation, housing, population growth, and infrastructure expansion.

f. Canada

PwC operates 21 offices across Canada, which focus on collecting industry-specific data for the benefit of its clients. In addition to its core services, the firm champions corporate social responsibility, diversity, and inclusion.

g. United Kingdom (UK)

The UK hosts 19 PricewaterhouseCoopers offices in total. Apart from London, they’re located in Wales, Midlands, Northern Ireland, North, South East, West, and Scotland. PwC UK aims to deliver sustainable solutions using tech-focused, human-led approaches. 

h. Kolkata (India)

Kolkata’s four offices are another crucial aspect of PwC’s Asia/Asia Pacific growth strategy. They’re suitable centers for employees looking to improve their soft and technical skills.

i. Chicago

PricewaterhouseCoopers Chicago office works with small and medium enterprises to help them achieve their maximum potential. Services offered include HR consulting, accounting, strategy management, succession planning, and auditing.

6. Paris

Art critics have described PwC’s Paris office as a part office, part experience. The consulting firm hired notable interior design and architecture firm Vincent & Gloria Architectes to create its groundbreaking concept. The elegant office seeks to break away from the seriousness associated with traditional workplaces. You’ll look forward to attending the office if you get a job here.

7. London

The London headquarters leads by example on environmental awareness. The Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) awarded this location the highest certification for environmental efficiency, giving it an overall score of 96.31%. This commitment shows the company’s priorities extend beyond making profits. It also ensures a welcoming environment for PwC’s London-based employees.