2027 Graduate Corporate Finance and Transactions Analyst - Christchurch

About Deloitte and Graduate Opportunity

Starting your career at Deloitte places you in a community of dedicated professionals committed to creating impactful work. With a national footprint and global connections, along with a supportive culture and technology-driven environment, you will gain valuable experience in professional services. This graduate position in Christchurch offers a seamless transition into full-time employment alongside a cohort of recent graduates, providing hands-on experience where you can apply your academic knowledge in a practical setting. Deloitte emphasizes learning from exceptional performers to accelerate your career growth and supports your development in emerging technologies, including ethical AI integration.

Graduates participate in a week-long induction that includes business orientation, mentorship pairing, and networking with nearly 200 fellow graduates. You will be welcomed as an integral team member from the outset, with ongoing engagement before you begin employment in February. The firm supports professional qualifications with paid study leave, subsidized courses, and senior-led training, along with ample development opportunities beyond formal education.

Role Description and Responsibilities

As part of the Corporate Finance and Transactions team, you will contribute to delivering expert commercial, financial, and strategic advisory services to a broad client base. This includes work connected to business and ownership strategies and transaction-related activities such as mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and debt advisory. You will assist the team with detailed financial analysis and collaborate closely with senior professionals and clients.

The team offers nationwide services from offices including Christchurch, covering all industries and client types, from corporate organizations to private companies. A typical day may involve the following:

• Performing comprehensive financial analysis of company operations.
• Engaging in team and client discussions on business value drivers, opportunities for growth, and risk factors.
• Helping prepare insightful reports that communicate findings to clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Candidate Profile

• No prior professional experience is necessary, although internships or part-time roles in accounting, finance, customer service, retail, or hospitality are advantageous.
• You should be currently pursuing a bachelor's degree majoring in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields such as Data Analytics, Coding, Engineering, Law, or Sciences.
• An analytical mindset with attention to detail and a keen interest in business, commerce, and both quantitative and qualitative analysis is essential.
• Demonstrated adaptability, motivation, strong organizational skills, receptiveness to guidance, and curiosity in problem-solving are valued traits.

Additional Information

Deloitte New Zealand is committed to respecting Te Tiriti o Waitangi and acknowledges Māori as the indigenous people. The organization fosters an inclusive environment through values centered on mutual care and inclusion, supporting individuals to achieve their potential.

Deloitte recognizes and rewards employees more comprehensively than just monetary compensation. Offerings include:

• Competitive salary and a joining bonus.
• Subsidized professional qualifications and paid memberships.
• Leave entitlements such as study leave, birthday leave, annual leave, and community volunteer leave.
• Ongoing career coaching and development.
• Social activities including sports and monthly company social events.
• Focus on wellness with subsidized health and income protection insurance.

Application Requirements

• Submission of a current CV.
• An academic transcript showing recent grades, your full name, and institution.
• Legal right to reside and work in New Zealand.

Applications may close early if the role becomes oversubscribed, so early submission is encouraged.

Deloitte values diversity and equal opportunity. For assistance in the application process, contact support as needed. Beware of phishing attempts; official communications use only Deloitte email domains.