The PM, who may be the owner or a representative partner, member, or director of the practice or company, holds a critical role in the training programme. While the PM may or may not serve as the OE of the ATC, they must maintain good standing as a SAIPA or SAICA member. The PM’s key responsibilities encompass:
- Supervising the role of the OE and ensuring the punctual payment of all required fees, including Trainee Annual Fees, to SAIPA. Although rare, the PM has the option to recover these costs from the trainee through salary deduction.
- Offering assistance in addressing any concerns that the trainee may have regarding the OE.
- Providing the necessary resources and creating an environment conducive to the trainee’s professional development and training requirements.