Corporate Finance – Associate Director / Manager

Management Level
Manager

Job Description & Summary

Kia ora,

This role offers significant responsibility,   visibility   and the opportunity to help shape major investment, transaction , stra teg ic   decisio ns   and bu siness   outcomes across New Zealand.

Be a catalyst for transformation. Shape the future at PwC New Zealand.

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

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   mō   tēnei   tūranga   / About the role

PwC is the number one M&A advisor in New Zealand   and the only Big 4 firm in Aotearoa with a broad deal advisory capability across M&A, infrastructure, debt advisory,   property   and transaction services. This   prov ides   unique   e xposure   to   some of New Zealand’s most important   and c omplex   transactions ,   stra teg ic   r eview s   and   in vestment d ecisions .

Our Corporate Finance   team is looking for a high-performing professional to join us in Christchurch. This role sits at the centre of PwC’s work   wit h b usine ss ow ners , corp orate s,   in vestors   and p ub lic -sector or gan is a tions ,   supporting clients   throu gh acqui sitions, div estments , valuation s, capi tal raising , stra tegic revi ews a nd   ot her sig nifi cant   i nve st ment and   tra nsac tion   d ecision s .

The team also supports selected infrastructure and capital-intensive assignments where our corporate finance, valuation and strategic advisory capabilities are relevant.

Your   r esponsib ilities wil l   include:

- Leading complex financial analysis ,   valuation   and modelling across M&A ,   s trate gy   and   trans action   se rvi ces   engagements, working directly with clients and   o vers ee ing   analyst teams to deliver clear, commercially robust insights.

- Leading key aspects of transaction execution, including preparing   trans actio n   materials, coordinating due diligence, managing stakeholder workstreams and supporting negotiations through to completion.

- Managi ng   engagements   to en sure they   are delivered   efficiently   on time and within budget.

- A rticul ating   key issues,   risks   and opportunities to support senior stakeholders ’   investment and strategic decisions.

- Developing,   reviewing   and presenting high-impact materials, including   in formation me morandum , valuatio n reports ,   stra tegic   options   pap e rs   and client presentations.

- Pr oviding   leaders h ip ,   c oaching   and mentoring team members,   fos tering   collaboration   and   e xercising   sound jud gement   in   reso l ving   or e scalatin g   complex   commerc ial and   financial ma tters .

- Contributing to business development by   identifying   client needs, developing   proposals   and building trusted relationships across the South Island market.

- Modelling PwC’s commitment to excellence, integrity and professional standards across client and internal work.

At Associate Director level, you will also take greater responsibility for   originating opportunities, leading   client relationships   and   engagement s, managing transaction processes and   de veloping the   team .

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

- Ty pically , a t lea st   5 years’ relevant experience for   app ointment   at   Manager level,   and   at   leas t   7 years’ relevant experience for Associate Director level,   gain ed   in   c orporate f i nanc e , M & A , valuations , tr ans actio n serv ices,   strategy,   investme nt   banki ng   or   a   related   a dvisory   field .   Appointment level will reflect the candidate’s experience,   capability   and demonstrated leadership .

- Strong financial modelling ,   va luation   a nd   commercial   analysis capability ,   including the ability to interpret and communicate key value drivers , transaction issues,   risks   and opportunities.

- P ractical   e xperience   in one or mo re of   M&A   ex ecution ,   busine ss   valuations ,   cap ital ra isin g , st rategic a dv isory   or   financial   due diligence .

- Advanced   proficiency   in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel ;   experience wi th   macros   is   advan tageo us .

- Strong communication   skills, with the ability to   dev el op   clear and compelling messages   for   s enior   stakeh olders .

- Dem onst rated c omposure , sound   jud gem en t   and leadership in complex or uncertain environments.

- C ommitment to continuous learning and technical excellence.

- A   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   corp orate fi nance   and tr ans action   advisory firms, investment banking ,   private equity,   commercial   banking,   strateg y consu lting   and   relevant   corporate development,   investment   or finance   roles   within   ind ustry .

PwC values non-traditional career paths and diverse experience — our top performers come from a wide range of backgrounds.

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 - 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 .

- 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 & 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 and shine in 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.

Atamai   hangahanga   / A.I. usage: Please note that secure, A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people.

Travel Requirements
Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No

Job Posting End Date
December 28, 2026