2 - 8 December 1999

PricewaterhouseCoopers launch new human resources capability

by a staff reporter

PricewaterhouseCoopers today launch their new human resources service capability adding a new dimension to their existing management consultancy services. The new human resources service line will be led by Steve and Madeleine Tarr, who are already well known in Malta. They have operated in this market for the last 11 years through their consulting firm in the United Kingdom and have successfully built up a large number of clients.

John Bonello, the chairman and senior partner of PricewaterhouseCoopers in Malta, said: "By joining PricewaterhouseCoopers they will significantly expand their capability and ours which will lead to an improved service to our clients. The human resources services that will be provided will cover anything to do with the life of an employee from the start to the end of his employment, recruitment, induction, continuation training and development. They will also cover advice on human resource strategies, organisational structures, employee attitudes and compensation and reward systems."

With nearly 200 staff, PricewaterhouseCoopers represents the largest professional services organisation in Malta, serving a wide range of clients in a variety of disciplines, including audit and business advisory services, management consultancy, tax and legal services and company administration services. A company statement said that PricewaterhouseCoopers' reputation in Malta for delivering quality work, especially in the more difficult assignments, is outstanding. PricewaterhouseCoopers' organisation in Malta, in terms of professional staff, infrastructural support and work opportunities will provide Steve and Madeleine Tarr with unparalleled access to new means in the human resources field.

Drawing on the knowledge and skills of 155,000 people in 150 countries, the PricewaterhouseCoopers international network provides access to leading edge technologies and work methodologies helping clients to solve complex business problems and measurably enhancing their ability to build value, manage risk and improve performance.