Deals - Corporate Finance - Senior Analyst/ Manager

Kia ora, 

At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems. This is a place to keep growing, where you’ll work on meaningful transactions, learn from experienced leaders, and build a strong foundation for a career in M&A and advisory. 

Ngā kōrero mō tēnei tūranga / About the role 

PwC New Zealand is the leading M&A advisor in the market and the only Big 4 firm with a fully integrated deals capability across M&A, infrastructure, debt advisory, property and transaction services, advising on many of New Zealand’s most significant and complex transactions. 

We’re seeking a Senior Analyst (Associate equivalent) / Manager to join our Corporate Finance (Deals) team in Pōneke / Wellington. This role provides hands-on exposure to live buy-side and sell-side transactions, close Partner access, and a clear pathway toward Manager-level responsibility. 

In this role you will take ownership of financial modelling and valuation workstreams, playing a key role across the full transaction lifecycle. You will work directly with senior leaders and clients on a range of M&A, infrastructure, strategic advisory and valuation engagements. 

The role provides exposure to a diverse client base including privately owned businesses, corporates, financial sponsors / private equity, public sector agencies and Māori organisations. With a collaborative, hands-on team culture, you’ll be given responsibility early and supported to build confidence and progress quickly. 

In this role, you will: 

• Support buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions, including transaction analysis, due diligence support and execution activities. 

• Build, review and own financial models and business valuations, including DCFs, trading and transaction comparables, and scenario analysis. 

• Prepare high-quality client deliverables such as information memoranda (IMs), investment papers, valuation reports, and board and shareholder presentations. 

• Analyse financial performance, growth drivers, risks and value creation opportunities to support investment decisions, pricing and negotiation strategy. 

• Support transaction execution, including data room management, coordination with other advisors, and responding to buyer and investor queries. 

• Work closely with Partners, Directors, Managers and Analysts to deliver commercially robust, technically sound advice. 

• Continue to build your commercial judgement, transaction experience and professional confidence, with a clear progression pathway. 

Ngā pūkenga ka kawea mai e koe / Skills and experience 

• Tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline (e.g., economics, mathematics/statistics, law, engineering). 

• Minimum 3 – 7 years’ experience in corporate finance, investment banking, transaction advisory, corporate development, or financial markets (Big 4 or similar preferred). 

• Advanced Excel skills, with proven experience building and reviewing financial models and valuations. 

• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to produce clear, board-ready written outputs. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence contributing in deal teams and client discussions. 

• A proactive mindset, strong time management and the ability to perform in fast-paced deal environments. 

• Progress towards or completion of CFA or CA qualifications is desirable. 

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

At PwC, you’ll be part of a supportive, high-performing team with a strong and inclusive culture. We invest in our people through structured learning, hands-on coaching from experienced leaders, and access to PwC’s global tools, insights and networks — supporting you to grow and succeed at every stage of your career. 

• 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  

• 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 grow your career at PwC. Visit https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html  to learn more. 

This is a full-time, permanent role with a minimum of 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday.