Transformation Design & Delivery - Manager

PwC New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Flexible working

Industry-leading training

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

PwC New Zealand in Wellington is seeking a Manager to join the Transformation Design & Delivery team. You will lead workstreams across enterprise transformation, shaping delivery from planning through to execution, and build trusted executive relationships with clients and stakeholders.

You have 6+ years delivering transformation or large-scale programmes, strong governance and agile experience, and a collaborative approach that helps teams navigate complex change while delivering tangible

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience delivering transformation, change or project-based work.
• Strong stakeholder management with executive-level relationships.
• Familiar with structured delivery environments and methodologies (AGILE, PRINCE2, PMI/PMBOK).
• Experience working with vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Clear and confident communication, and ability to translate complex ideas into practical actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation workstreams and deliver high-quality outcomes that solve complex problems and create meaningful client impact.
• Work closely with clients to understand challenges, shape practical solutions and deliver results, and build trusted relationships along the way.
• Contribute to and lead workstreams across transformation programmes, taking ownership from planning to execution.
• Coach and support junior team members, contributing to a strong, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
• Contribute to development of PwC’s tools, frameworks and ways of working, helping shape delivery approaches.
• Plan and manage delivery effectively, including work planning, resource coordination, and adapting to changing priorities.
• Proactively identify, manage and elevate risks and issues, ensuring challenges are addressed early.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders, providing accurate updates and maintaining alignment throughout delivery.
• Contribute to implementation and service transition activities, ensuring solutions are embedded effectively and sustainably.
• Leverage PwC’s coaching and development network to accelerate growth.

Skills

Transformation delivery

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Communication

Vendor management

Project governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

PRINCE2

PMI/PMBOK

Job description

Kia ora,

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

Join our diverse whānau of experts and be supported with coaching, flexibility, and a culture where you truly belong. Here, you’ll work with world-leading technology - including A.I. - bringing your people-focussed skills and experience to deliver outcomes that matter.

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.

Ngā Kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

We are looking for a Manager to join PwC’s Transformation Design & Delivery team in Pōneke / Wellington. This opportunity is suited to experienced professionals who have worked hands-on across enterprise transformation or large-scale delivery programmes, from shaping and planning through to execution and delivery.

You’ll help to navigate complex change across some of New Zealand’s most significant transformation programmes, bringing structure and momentum to delivery, building trusted executive relationships and contributing to the continued evolution of PwC’s transformation practice.

You’ll play a key role in helping clients turn complex challenges into clear, practical delivery plans, leading workstreams and supporting teams to achieve outcomes that create meaningful and lasting impact — for clients, our people, our practice and the wider market.

Responsibilities will include:

• Lead transformation workstreams and deliver high-quality outcomes that solve complex problems and create meaningful client impact.
• Work closely with clients to understand challenges, shape practical solutions and deliver results, and build trusted relationships along the way.
• Contribute to and lead workstreams across transformation programmes, taking ownership of delivery from planning through to execution.
• Coach and support junior team members, contributing to a strong, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
• Contribute to the development of PwC’s tools, frameworks and ways of working, helping shape how we deliver transformation for clients.
• Plan and manage delivery effectively, including work planning, resource coordination, and adapting to changing priorities.
• Proactively identify, manage and elevate risks and issues, ensuring challenges are addressed early and delivery stays on track.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with stakeholders, providing accurate updates and maintaining alignment throughout delivery.
• Contribute to implementation and service transition activities, ensuring solutions are embedded effectively and sustainably.
• Leverage PwC’s coaching and development network to accelerate your growth while gaining exposure to a wide range of transformation work.

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

• 6+ years' experience delivering transformation, change or project-based work, with the ability to contribute to and lead workstreams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence across a range of stakeholders, including senior and executive levels.
• Comfortable working in structured delivery environments, with familiarity in recognised methodologies such as Agile, PRINCE2 or PMI/PMBOK, and the ability to apply these pragmatically.
• Experience working with vendors and cross-functional teams, navigating complexity and aligning diverse groups toward common outcomes.
• Clear and confident communication skills, able to translate complex ideas into practical actions for both clients and teams.
• Well-organised and proactive in approach, able to manage competing priorities, work independently and deliver to deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ

• Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways
• 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.
• Wellbeing - Life & income protection; Sonder/EAP/Headspace; 15 days’ paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)
• Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture
• Time off - Purchase up to two extra weeks’ annual leave; two recognition days provided each year; annual summer shutdown period
• Whānau & community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave
• Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals

Mo te aha tāu e tatari ana? / What are you waiting for?

Belong to a community of problem solvers where differences are embraced. We’ll empower you with technology, coaching, flexibility and trust to make a meaningful difference. Learn more on our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html.

Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered

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