Tax & Legal Services (Private Business) | Expressions of Interest | Senior Associate to Director

Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary Kia ora, Be a catalyst for growth. Help New Zealand businesses thrive. 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. Our Private Business team works alongside some of New Zealand’s most ambitious privately owned, family-owned and high-growth businesses. From helping clients navigate growth and change to providing trusted accounting, tax and business advice, we help business owners and leaders make confident decisions and build for the future. As our team continues to grow, we’re seeking expressions of interest from talented professionals at Senior Associate through to Director level for future opportunities in Auckland and Hamilton. Ngā kōrero mō tēnei tūranga / About the role In Private Business, you’ll work directly with entrepreneurs, business owners and leadership teams across a broad range of industries. Combining technical expertise with practical commercial advice, you’ll help clients solve complex challenges, identify opportunities and create long-term value. We’re interested in connecting with professionals at the following levels: Senior Associate Manager Senior Manager Director The scope and level of responsibility will reflect your experience. As you progress through the grades, you’ll take on greater responsibility for leading engagements, developing people, building client relationships and identifying opportunities for growth. Your day-to-day could include: Partnering with business owners and leadership teams to understand their goals, challenges and opportunities Delivering accounting, tax compliance and business advisory solutions Supporting financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and business planning Translating complex technical information into clear, practical and commercially focused advice Building trusted client relationships and identifying opportunities to add value Leveraging AI and emerging technologies to enhance insights, streamline processes and deliver greater value for clients Leading and delivering high-quality client engagements Coaching others and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team culture Ngā pūkenga ka kawea mai e koe, ka whakawhanakehia rānei i tēnei tūranga / Skills you will bring or develop in this role We’re interested in hearing from people who bring: Experience in accounting, tax, legal, business advisory or related professional services Strong technical capability and commercial acumen Confidence leveraging AI, technology and data-driven insights to create value Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Curiosity, adaptability and a growth mindset An analytical, solutions-focused approach and attention to detail A collaborative style, strong sense of ownership and commitment to quality Leadership, coaching or client engagement experience aligned to your level 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, with eligibility applying 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 each year during our annual summer shutdown period; purchase