Finance, Economics and Analytics – Associate Director

About the role

PwC New Zealand is looking for an Associate Director to join its Finance, Economics & Analytics practice within Consulting. In this role, you will help tackle sophisticated problems across a range of industries by combining economic thinking with financial and commercial judgement to deliver practical, high-impact advice.

The work spans a broad mix of analytical and strategic assignments, including building financial models, preparing business cases, carrying out valuations, assessing strategic alternatives, supporting transactions, shaping investment and regulatory strategy, conducting economic analysis, and delivering commercial or market regulation support.

Based in Auckland, this position sits within the Consulting business unit under the wider Advisory line of service, and you will play a key role in providing clients with strong analytical insight and advice.

What you will do

• Work closely with clients to understand their needs and design solutions backed by sector knowledge and strong financial and economic modelling capability.
• Help generate new business by building market relationships and applying effective business development practices.
• Communicate strategic findings clearly to show client value and surface opportunities to broaden the engagement.
• Lead project teams and guide them toward successful delivery.
• Take ownership of projects through the full delivery lifecycle, ensuring quality standards are met and deadlines are achieved.
• Support the growth of junior colleagues by mentoring, coaching, and sharing practical experience.

What we are looking for

The firm is open on the exact background and profile, but the ideal candidate will bring strong experience in finance, economics, strategy, or a commercially focused environment. Experience may come from professional services or an in-house setting.

Preferred qualifications and strengths include a degree in finance, economics, or a closely related discipline, with postgraduate study considered helpful but not mandatory. You should also be able to carry out detailed policy, regulatory, economic, market, and strategic analysis.

What you can expect at PwC New Zealand

Rewards include discretionary bonus potential, generous referral bonuses, and retail discounts and deals. Growth opportunities include access to a global network, leadership development, AI tools and training, and structured learning pathways. Wellbeing support includes an annual wellbeing allowance of $250, life and income protection, access to support services such as Sonder/EAP/Headspace, 15 days of paid sick leave, and group-rate health insurance where eligibility applies.

The firm highlights its strong reputation for helping shape the future and supporting career progression while working on important client and community challenges. Flexible working arrangements and a supportive coaching culture are also part of the offer.

Additional time-off benefits include two paid recognition days each year during the summer shutdown period, plus the option to purchase up to two additional weeks of annual leave. Family and community support includes paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support, inclusive networks, and paid volunteering leave.

Other information

This role is subject to an independence review process, as maintaining independence is essential to ensuring objectivity and avoiding conflicts that could affect PwC’s judgment.

If you are interested in growing your career in a role that blends finance, economics, analytics, strategy, and client leadership, this opportunity offers a strong platform to contribute and develop.