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, whereyou’llwork on meaningful transactions, learn from experienced leaders, and builda strong foundationfor a career in M&A and advisory.

Ngākōreromōtēneitūranga/ 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,propertyand transaction services, advising on many of New Zealand’s most significant and complex transactions.

We’reseeking a SeniorAnalyst (Associateequivalent)/Managertojoin ourCorporate Finance (Deals)team inPōneke /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 roleyou willtake 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 sectoragenciesand Māori organisations. With a collaborative, hands-on team culture,you’llbe 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 diligencesupportand 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,risksand value creation opportunities to support investment decisions,pricingand 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,Managersand Analyststo deliver commercially robust, technically sound advice.

• Continue to build your commercial judgement, transactionexperienceand professional confidence, with a clearprogressionpathway.

Ngāpūkengakakaweamaiekoe/ Skills and experience

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

• Minimum3–7years’experiencein 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 contributingindeal teams and client discussions.

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

• Progress towardsor completion ofCFA or CA qualifications is desirable.

Ngāāhuatangahirahiraotemahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ

At PwC,you’llbe 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,insightsand 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 

Mōteahatāuetatariana? / What are you waiting for?

Hit Apply now to grow your career at PwC. Visithttps://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html  tolearn more.

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