Trade Advisory Services Manager

PwC New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Global network

AI tools and training

Flexible working

Paid volunteering leave

Job summary

PwC New Zealand’s Customs & Trade team helps businesses manage tax, regulatory and commercial issues involved in moving goods across borders.

As a Senior Associate / Manager in our Customs & Trade team, you’ll advise New Zealand and multinational clients across three core areas: customs advisory and compliance, including customs valuation, tariff classification and broader customs obligations; trade and market access, including Free Trade Agreements, rules of origin and wider trade issues; and

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• Around 2–4 years’ relevant experience in customs, international trade, tax, law, consulting, industry or government.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercial judgement and attention to detail.
• An interest in international trade, supply chains and how businesses operate across borders.
• Confidence working with clients and managing competing priorities.
• An interest in developing deep Customs & Trade expertise, taking increasing ownership of client relationships and projects.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a broad range of customs, international trade and import GST matters.
• Support Customs reviews, rulings, voluntary disclosures and other interactions with New Zealand Customs.
• Analyse Customs and transactional data to identify compliance risks and duty-saving opportunities.
• Advise on customs valuation, related-party pricing and transfer pricing adjustments, working closely with PwC’s transfer pricing specialists on integrated matters.
• Help clients access preferential tariffs and other forms of duty relief.
• Support clients with supply chain changes and emerging international trade issues.
• Manage workstreams and contribute to client relationships, proposals and business development.
• Collaborate with PwC teams in New Zealand and overseas on cross-border projects.

Skills

Tertiary qualification

2-4 years experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Commercial judgement

Interest in international trade

Client management

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Job Description & Summary

Kia ora, Do more than take the next step. Take the next leap . Explore careers 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.

• Advise clients on a broad range of customs, international trade and import GST matters.
• Support Customs reviews, rulings, voluntary disclosures and other interactions with New Zealand Customs.
• Analyse Customs and transactional data to identify compliance risks and duty-saving opportunities.
• Advise on customs valuation, related-party pricing and transfer pricing adjustments, working closely with PwC’s transfer pricing specialists on integrated matters.
• Help clients access preferential tariffs and other forms of duty relief.
• Support clients with supply chain changes and emerging international trade issues.
• Manage workstreams and contribute to client relationships, proposals and business development.
• Collaborate with PwC teams in New Zealand and overseas on cross-border projects.
• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• Around 2–4 years’ relevant experience in customs, international trade, tax, law, consulting, industry or government.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercial judgement and attention to detail.
• An interest in international trade, supply chains and how businesses operate across borders.
• Confidence working with clients and managing competing priorities.
• An interest in developing deep Customs & Trade expertise , taking increasing ownership of client relationships and projects, and building your career in an area of growing importance to New Zealand businesses.

Ngā kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

PwC New Zealand’s Customs & Trade team helps businesses manage the tax, regulatory and commercial issues involved in moving goods across borders. As a Senior Associate / Manager in our Customs & Trade team, you’ll advise New Zealand and multinational clients across three core areas: customs advisory and compliance, including customs valuation, tariff classification and broader customs obligations; trade and market access, including Free Trade Agreements, rules of origin and wider trade issues; and indirect taxes on goods, including import GST and excise. This is a varied role with direct client exposure and the opportunity to build specialist expertise in a growing area, while working with PwC teams in New Zealand and overseas on cross-border projects.

Your day-to-day could include:

• Advise clients on a broad range of customs, international trade and import GST matters.
• Support Customs reviews, rulings, voluntary disclosures and other interactions with New Zealand Customs.
• Analyse Customs and transactional data to identify compliance risks and duty-saving opportunities.
• Advise on customs valuation, related-party pricing and transfer pricing adjustments, working closely with PwC’s transfer pricing specialists on integrated matters.
• Help clients access preferential tariffs and other forms of duty relief.
• Support clients with supply chain changes and emerging international trade issues.
• Manage workstreams and contribute to client relationships, proposals and business development.
• Collaborate with PwC teams in New Zealand and overseas on cross-border projects.

Ngā pūkenga ka kawea mai e koe , ka whakawhanakehia rānei i tēnei tūranga / Skills you will bring or develop in this role

• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• Around 2–4 years’ relevant experience in customs, international trade, tax, law, consulting, industry or government.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercial judgement and attention to detail.
• An interest in international trade, supply chains and how businesses operate across borders.
• Confidence working with clients and managing competing priorities.
• An interest in developing deep Customs & Trade expertise , taking increasing ownership of client relationships and projects, and building your career in an area of growing importance to New Zealand businesses.

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC / 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

Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered

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Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes