Finance, Economics and Analytics - Manager/Associate Director

PwC; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Life & income protection

15 days’ paid sick leave

Group-rate health insurance

Job summary

PwC New Zealand is seeking a Finance, Economics and Analytics leader at Manager/Associate Director level to guide complex advisory engagements. You will lead cross-functional teams, shape strategic insights, and deliver rigorous financial modelling and business cases across varied industries.

The role sits within Consulting's Finance, Economics & Analytics team, based in Auckland, offering flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth through global networks and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a finance, economic, strategic and/or commercially focused role
• Degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Postgraduate qualifications are advantageous but not essential
• Postgraduate qualifications are advantageous but not essential

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to assess needs and deliver innovative financial and economic modelling solutions.
• Drive business development by building relationships and pursuing opportunities.
• Present strategic insights to demonstrate client value and identify service opportunities.
• Lead project teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
• Mentor juniors and contribute to team development.

Skills

Financial modelling

Client engagement

Strategic thinking

Commercial acumen

Education

Degree in finance or economics

Postgraduate qualifications (advantageous)

Job description

Finance, Economics and Analytics - Manager/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 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
• Contribute 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

Our preferred candidate will also have expertise in some combination in the following:

• economic or market regulation
• financial modelling and forecasting
• undertaking economic analyses, such as Economic Impact Analyses (EIAs) and Cost Benefit Analyses (CBAs)
• crafting detailed and persuasive business / investment cases to support strategic initiatives

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

Motuhake / Independence

Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process.

Nau mai ngā tono wawe / We encourage early applications:

This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate.

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