Finance, Economics and Analytics – Associate Director

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC New Zealand in Auckland seeks an Associate Director to lead Finance, Economics and Analytics engagements for diverse clients. You will shape financial models, deliver strategic insights, and drive outcomes across sectors.

The role requires 7+ years in finance/economics or related fields, a degree in finance or economics, and the ability to perform rigorous policy and market analysis while mentoring junior colleagues and growing client relationships.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a finance, economic, strategic and/or commercially focused role with a strong track record of steering complex projects to successful outcomes.
• Degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Postgraduate qualifications are advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to perform thorough policy, regulatory, economic, market, and/or strategic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Engaging regularly with clients to assess needs and provide innovative solutions, using industry expertise and honed financial and economic modelling skills to create impactful service offerings.
• Driving business development by leveraging market presence, forging robust relationships, and adopting best practices.
• Presenting strategic insights to demonstrate client value and identify opportunities for expanded services.
• Leading and managing project teams to ensure effective delivery and success.
• Overseeing the entire project delivery lifecycle to maintain quality and meet deadlines.
• Contributing to the growth and development of junior team members by sharing your knowledge and experiences.

Skills

Finance experience

Economic analysis

Strategic analysis

Leadership

Client engagement

Education

Degree in finance or economics

Job description

Finance, Economics and Analytics – Associate Director

Be a catalyst for transformation. Shape the future at PwC New Zealand.

At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems.

This is a place to keep growing. You'll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa.

Join our dynamic Finance, Economics & Analytics team within Consulting, where you will become an integral leader in navigating complex problems across diverse industries. Collaboratively, we apply economic principles and leverage financial and commercial insights to deliver impactful solutions. Our assignments involve solving complex technical problems as a team, including developing financial models, business cases, valuations, strategic options assessment, investment and regulatory strategy, transaction support, economic analysis, and other analytical, economic or market regulation and commercial support. Celebrate success with us as you help shape the future through innovative problem-solving and strategic collaboration.

Based in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland, you will be an integral part of our Consulting business unit (which sits within our broader Advisory line of service), providing clients with robust analytical advice and insights.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Engaging regularly with clients to assess needs and provide innovative solutions, using industry expertise and honed financial and economic modelling skills to create impactful service offerings.
• Driving business development by leveraging market presence, forging robust relationships, and adopting best practices.
• Presenting strategic insights to demonstrate client value and identify opportunities for expanded services.
• Leading and managing project teams to ensure effective delivery and success.
• Overseeing the entire project delivery lifecycle to maintain quality and meet deadlines.
• Contributing to the growth and development of junior team members by sharing your knowledge and experiences.

We are open-minded about the specific experience and professional attributes of the right person.

Our preferred candidate will have:

• 7 + years of experience in a finance, economic, strategic and/or commercially focused role (whether in professional services or in-house) with a strong track record of steering complex projects to successful outcomes.
• Degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Postgraduate qualifications are advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to perform thorough policy, regulatory, economic, market, and/or strategic analysis.

Highlights of working at PwC NZ:

• Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals
• Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways
• Wellbeing - $250 annual wellbeing allowance; Life & income protection; Sonder/EAP/Headspace; 15 days' paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)
• Reputation - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and you'll accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems.
• Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture
• Time off - Two paid recognition days off provided each year during our annual summer shutdown period; purchase up to two extra weeks' annual leave
• Whānau & community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave