EOI | Senior Associate/Associate | Family Office Private Tax

PwC; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Australia is seeking an Associate/Senior Associate in our Private Tax team in Sydney. You will deliver tailored tax compliance and strategic planning for privately owned businesses, family offices, and entrepreneurs, helping safeguard and grow clients' wealth.

Join a collaborative, global firm and work with leading professionals across industries. You will design structures, liaise with the ATO, and support wealth transfer and philanthropic initiatives while advancing your career through

Qualifications

• Assisting clients with complex tax compliance issues.
• Designing and implementing structures that align with clients' commercial objectives.
• Liaising with the Australian Taxation Office and representing clients during engagements.
• Providing advice on investments or business asset purchases.
• Supporting families in transferring wealth between generations, including estate planning.
• Helping clients contribute to causes through private charities and philanthropic giving.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with complex tax compliance issues and reporting.
• Designing and implementing tax structures aligned with client objectives.
• Liaising with the ATO and managing tax reporting obligations for clients.
• Advising on investments or assets purchases.
• Supporting wealth transfer planning across generations.
• Advising on philanthropy and charitable giving strategies.

Skills

Australian Taxation

Job description

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - Family Business

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

Your expertise can help shape financial futures, supporting families and businesses as they navigate complex tax and wealth challenges. As an Associate / Senior Associate in our Private Tax team, you’ll play a vital role in delivering tailored tax compliance and strategic planning that safeguards and grows our clients’ wealth. You’ll be working with clients across privately owned businesses, entrepreneurs, family offices, and philanthropic entities.

Why PwC?

At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and health, giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You’ll work with leading teams, explore new technologies, and unlock your full potential.

Join a global community of more than 370,000 people who value bold ideas, collaboration, and lasting change. Together, we’re building trust and shaping the future.

What you’ll do:

• Assisting clients with complex tax compliance issues
• Designing and implementing structures that align with our clients’ commercial objectives
• Liaising with the Australian Taxation Office, including representing clients during ATO engagements and managing their tax reporting obligations
• Providing advice on the purchase of new investments or business assets
• Supporting families in transferring wealth between generations, including through estate planning
• Helping clients contribute to causes important to them through private charities and philanthropic giving that support environmental, social, and charitable agendas

What we’re looking for:

• Ensuring accuracy and timeliness in tax compliance and reporting
• Making a profound impact through strategic tax planning
• Fostering strong relationships with colleagues and clients
• Safeguarding wealth and aligning financial activities with our clients’ long‑term objectives

Don’t meet every requirement?

We value all forms of experience that may be transferrable and relevant.

What you’ll gain:

• The opportunity to work with leading organisations and cutting‑edge technology that challenge and expand your expertise.
• Work within an inclusive environment committed to Inclusion and Diversity and First Nations Prosperity, ensuring diverse perspectives are at the forefront of our work.
• Flexibility means trusting you to choose when, where, and how you work, balancing what’s best for you, your team, and your clients to grow and thrive together.
• Clear paths for career progression supported by continuous learning and leadership development.
• Generous leave entitlements to support your work‑life balance - including floating public holidays, birthday leave and ability to purchase additional leave on top of your four weeks.
• A world‑class parental leave policy offering up to 26 weeks of leave for caregivers, supporting your family and personal life.

We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer.

Ready to grow here and go further?

Join PwC Australia as an Associate / Senior Associate and make an impact that goes beyond the expected.

We’re committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic and to maintaining a safe, respectful workplace for everyone.We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role.

Kerrie Edmonds is the Recruitment Manager for the role. As the team experiences high volumes of applications, we appreciate your patience allowing for a timely and fair process for all

No Agencies Please:

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs in response to this advertisement. We only accept applications directly from individuals.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Australian Taxation

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Account Reconciliation, Active Listening, AI Fluency, AI‑Human Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Business Tax, Calculating Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Communication, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Support, Corporate Tax Planning, Corporate Tax Self Assessment, Creativity, Digital Tooling, Direct Tax, Domestic Restructuring (Taxes), Drafting Tax Documents, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Statement Analysis, Inclusion {+ 33 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

November 15, 2026