Corporate Finance - Associate Director

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

Kia ora,

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.

Ngā kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

PwC is the number one M&A advisor in New Zealand and the only big 4 firm with a broad deal advisory capability across M&A, infrastructure, debt advisory, property and transaction services offerings. This offers unique exposure to be part of New Zealand’s most important and complex transactions and infrastructure developments. Infrastructure and capital advisory is a global growth area for PwC, with strong international connectivity. This role offers significant responsibility, visibility, and the opportunity to be involved in shaping major investment and infrastructure outcomes across New Zealand.

Our Corporate Finance & Infrastructure Advisory team is now seeking a high-performing professional to join the team in Auckland or Wellington. This role sits at the centre of PwC’s work on large-scale, capital-intensive projects across both the private and government sectors, supporting clients to make informed investment, financing, and strategic decisions.

You will help ensure deal and infrastructure projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and within budget. Working closely with senior leaders, clients, and multidisciplinary teams, you will apply strong project management, commercial acumen, and be a collaborative team member to deliver high-quality outcomes.

• Lead complex financial analysis and modelling across M&A and infrastructure engagements, working directly with clients and overseeing analyst teams to deliver commercially robust and insightful outputs.
• Articulate key issues, risks, and opportunities, supporting senior stakeholders to make informed investment and strategic decisions.
• Develop, review, and present high-impact materials to support governance and decision making processes, including investment committee papers, project governance reports, briefing papers, and client presentations.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to team members, fostering collaboration to solve complex commercial and financial challenges, while exercising sound judgement on when to take decisive action or escalate.
• Model PwC’s commitment to excellence, integrity, and professional standards across all client and internal engagements.

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

• Minimum 5 years’ (Manager) or 7 years (Associate Director) relevant experience in advisory, finance, strategy, infrastructure, or related roles.
• Strong financial modelling and analysis capability.
• Experience across capital raising, M&A, valuations and infrastructure procurement processes.
• Project finance experience is desirable including knowledge of key debt metrics and credit rating considerations.
• Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel/macros.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to craft clear, compelling messages.
• Systems thinking to identify underlying issues and opportunities.
• Demonstrated composure and leadership in complex and uncertain environments.
• Commitment to continuous learning and technical excellence.
• CA or CFA qualification (completed or in progress) is desirable.

Candidates from diverse professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including those from Big 4 or boutique advisory firms, investment banking or private equity, retail banking, law firms, and industry professionals. PwC values non-traditional career paths and diverse experience - our top performers come from a wide range of backgrounds.

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 - 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.

• Whānau & 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?

Hit Apply now. To learn how you can grow your career at PwC, visit our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html. Grow here. Go further.

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

Please note: PwC Takes a break from 19 Dec 2025 to 12 Jan 2026. We appreciate you making an application. We will not be reviewing applications until our return to the office and will contact you when we return in the new year.

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Job Posting End Date