Consulting - Finance, Economics and Analytics - Manager

In this role, you’ll lead and contribute to advisory projects across a range of industries, helping clients make confident decisions through clear financial, economic and commercial analysis. Our work includes financial modelling, business cases, feasibility studies, valuations, strategic options analysis, investment strategy, transaction support, economic analysis, and other analytical and commercial advice. 

This is a full-time, fixed-term role for 18 months, working a minimum of 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. 

Your day-to-day could include: 

• Leading consulting projects across different industries, delivering practical financial, economic and strategic advice for clients 

• Reviewing and guiding financial analysis, cost-benefit analysis, forecasting, valuations, feasibility assessments and economic impact analysis 

• Designing and overseeing financial models, forecasts and data analysis to create robust, easy-to-understand insights 

• Coaching and supporting junior team members, helping build capability, confidence and quality across the team 

• Building trusted relationships with clients, internal teams and external stakeholders to support high-quality outcomes 

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

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate, government or consulting environments, with a focus on financial, commercial, economic or advisory work. 

• Experience working in a professional services environment or Big4 would be an advantage 

• A degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or related field - postgraduate qualifications are advantageous, with CFA or CA preferred 

• Strong commercial judgement, analytical thinking and the ability to understand clients’ organisations and the challenges they are working through 

• Experience leading or contributing to complex financial or economic projects, with the ability to provide clear advice and quality assurance 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex ideas clearly to different audiences 

• Advanced Excel capability, including structured worksheet design, formula-driven modelling, accuracy checks, and matching, summarising and analysing data. VBA macro experience would be a bonus 

• A strong understanding of economic principles and quantitative methods, including evaluating market trends, policy impacts and economic risks 

If you don’t meet every requirement, we still want to hear from you - your skills and potential may be a great fit. 

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

• Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts and deals 

• Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways 

• Wellbeing - $250 annual wellbeing allowance; life and 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 and community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave 

Mō 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. 

Grow here. Go further. 

Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered  

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. 

Tono tika mai / Please apply directly: We’re not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. If you’d like to be considered, please apply directly - we’d love to hear from you. 

Nau mai ngā tono wawe / We encourage early applications: This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate.