Manager – Government Incentives (Fixed Term Contract)

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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 

Join us as a Manager in our Tax & Enterprise team, where you’ll help innovative organisations unlock government support for their Research & Development ambitions. You will gain exposure to cutting-edge R&D activity across New Zealand and globally - working with organisations at the forefront of innovation, science, and technology. Based in PwC Tower at Commercial Bay, this fixed-term opportunity through to December 2026 offers the chance to lead complex engagements, shape meaningful client outcomes, and influence how we deliver future-focused advisory services. 

Your day to day could include: 

• Lead end-to-end client engagements, delivering high-quality R&D tax incentive (RDTI) and RDTLCO claims across a diverse range of industries. 

• Translate complex R&D activities into compelling, compliant technical submissions, working closely with clients and reviewing financial and technical evidence. 

• Drive project delivery, managing timelines, budgets, billing, and engagement economics while maintaining PwC’s quality and risk standards. 

• Act as a trusted client advisor, leading discussions with clients and government bodies (including HMRC), responding to queries, and representing PwC in meetings. 

• Develop people and innovation, coaching team members, supporting their growth, and driving the use of AI and new ways of working across the engagement lifecycle. 

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

• Experience in a professional services environment. 

• Technical expertise in R&D activities, tax legislation, and an interest in global government incentive regimes. 

• Commercial and strategic mindset, with the ability to manage risk, assess new work opportunities, and deliver value-driven outcomes for clients. 

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, enabling you to engage confidently with clients, regulators, and internal stakeholders. 

• A Bachelor’s degree (Accounting, Finance, Science, or Engineering). 

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 & 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 

• Whānau & community - 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 and shine in your career at PwC, visit our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html.  

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