Director - Tax & Enterprise

Management Level

Job Description & Summary

Kia ora,

Make an impact that inspires. Elevate your potential at PwC.

It’s an incredibly exciting time to join PwC New Zealand. We’re investing in the digital upskilling of all our staff, putting technology at the forefront of our solutions. Put your skills to work in new and unexpected ways, powered by the latest technology.  

Ngā Kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

As a Director in our Tax & Enterprise team, you’ll provide advice and leadership across a range of tax matters - including corporate, international, M&A, compliance and strategy - depending on client needs and your expertise. You’ll support iconic New Zealand brands, global corporates, private businesses, entrepreneurs, and HNW individuals.

What you'll do:

• Client leadership - Build trusted relationships as a senior advisor, identify client needs, and deliver tailored solutions. Serve as the primary point of contact on complex tax issues.

• Delivery and growth - Lead multiple tax engagements, manage budgets, ensure timely and high-quality delivery, and identify opportunities to expand relationships.

• Technical excellence - Provide expert advice across corporate, international, indirect tax, transfer pricing and M&A, while ensuring compliance with evolving legislation and regulatory requirements.

• Leadership and team development - Mentor and grow a high-performing team of tax professionals, foster a collaborative culture, and contribute to PwC’s leadership development initiatives.

• Strategy and market contribution - Shape the direction of the Tax & Enterprise team, contribute to PwC’s market approach, and identify and pursue new opportunities.

• Risk management - Identify and mitigate tax-related risks for clients and the firm, ensuring compliance with PwC’s standards and policies.

Ngā pūkenga kei a koe / Skills and experience

• 10+ years in tax advisory with significant leadership experience.

• CA (or equivalent) desirable.

• Track record managing large portfolios and complex issues.

• Excellent report writing, interpersonal and leadership skills.

• Strong knowledge of NZ and international tax.

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ

• Best-in-class leadership programmes and access to our global network

• World-class upskilling in AI tools with training and guardrails

• Wellbeing that counts: life & income protection, 15 days’ sick leave, Sonder/EAP/Headspace

• Flexibility that fits: Dress for your day, enhanced leave (incl. option to purchase extra), two recognition days

• Whānau & community: paid parental leave for all parents, volunteering leave, inclusive employee networks; plus discretionary and referral bonuses

Mo te aha tāu e tatari ana? / What are you waiting for?

Hit the Apply Now button! If you still need some convincing and want to learn about how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC, visit https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html  

Mana motuhake / Independence

Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process.

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