Senior Tax Consultant

Tyler Wren; Auckland; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm in Auckland as a Tax Consultant, where you’ll focus on providing tailored tax advice for SMEs and property investors. Work alongside the Tax Partner, contributing to impactful decisions without the burden of compliance work. Enjoy a supportive culture with mentoring and a collaborative environment.

Benefits

No timesheets

Direct mentoring

High staff retention

Regular client exposure

Qualifications

• 4+ years of NZ Tax experience from Big Four or law firm.
• Proven experience in delivering tax consulting and advisory work.
• Strong knowledge of NZ tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored tax advice in written opinions.
• Support juniors and attend client-facing meetings.
• Interpret tax rules and recommend best structures.

Skills

NZ Tax experience

Drafting clear advice

Analytical mindset

Effective communication

Job description

About the Firm:
This boutique firm based on Auckland’s City Fringe has carved out a niche in tax consulting for SMEs and property investors. Their clients range from developers and landlords to business owners and high-net-worth families - many with complex needs and big decisions to make.

You’ll join a small, specialised tax team focused purely on consulting work. With one team member heading off to the Big Four, this is a rare chance to take on a hands-on role where you’ll work side-by-side with the Tax Partner, contributing real advice that makes a difference.

What You’ll Be Doing:
Forget compliance—this role is all about helping clients make smart tax decisions. Here’s how it works:

• Clients sit down with the Partner to outline their situation and goals
• You take that info and provide tailored tax advice in the form of written opinions
• Most work involves property structuring, GST treatment, and SME planning
• You’ll interpret the relevant tax rules, consider what structures are best, and explain your thinking clearly
• As you settle in, you’ll also support juniors and build your confidence in client-facing meetings

What You’ll Bring:

• 4+ years of NZ Tax experience—ideally from Big Four or perhaps you’ve moved to a law firm and want to come back to tax consulting
• Proven experience delivering tax consulting and advisory work (not just compliance)
• Strong working knowledge of NZ tax legislation and how to apply it
• Excellent written and verbal communication—you can draft clear advice and confidently discuss it with clients
• A curious, analytical mindset with confidence to explore complex scenarios

Why This Opportunity?

• Innovative, forward-thinking firm with no timesheets (yes, really!)
• Direct mentoring and idea-sharing with a sharp, experienced Tax Partner
• Consulting-heavy role—which is the dream if you love tax and real client impact
• High staff retention, reflecting a supportive and enjoyable work culture
• Regular client exposure and real input into strategy

Why work with Tyler Wren?

• 15+ years of experience in the Professional Services sector
• Job opportunities across New Zealand and Australia, with local recruiters in each location
• Many placements are not available through adverts
• Support at every stage, from career guidance to job search management including personalised interview prep to help you succeed

How to Apply:
Click APPLY or contact Tasha Toehemotu for a confidential conversation
P: 09 930 9827
E: [e-mail]
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/publicpracticerecruitment/

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