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Deals -Associate Director at PwC in Auckland - NZL
Job Description
Deals -Associate Director
Location: Auckland - NZL
Management Level
DirectorJob Description & Summary
Kia ora,
At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems. This is a place for experienced deal leaders to drive impact, develop people and grow a leading M&A practice.
Ngā kōrero mō tēnei tūranga / About the role
PwC is the leading M&A advisor in New Zealand and the only Big 4 firm with a fully integrated deals capability across M&A, infrastructure, debt advisory, property and transaction services. Our Corporate Finance team advises on many of New Zealand’s most significant mid-market M&A transactions, working with privately owned businesses, corporates, private equity and financial sponsors.
We are seeking an experienced Associate Director to join our Corporate Finance team in Auckland. This is a senior leadership role with a clear focus on M&A, responsible for leading and delivering buy-side and sell-side transactions for private companies, corporates and sponsor-backed clients.
As a Director, you will act as a trusted advisor to business owners, boards and investors, providing strategic advice across acquisitions, divestments and ownership transitions. You will lead deal teams through transaction strategy and execution, drive client relationships and play a key role in growing PwC’s M&A practice.
In this role, you will:
Lead and deliver buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions, including sponsor-led transactions, from initial client discussions through to execution and completion
Act as a trusted advisor to business owners, boards and private equity / financial sponsors on acquisition and divestment strategy, deal structuring and negotiation
Lead and direct deal teams, ensuring high-quality execution across transaction workstreams
Shape and present high-impact materials for boards, shareholders, investment committees and other senior decision-makers
Drive business development and client relationship growth, converting opportunities into executed transactions
Lead, mentor and develop high-performing teams, building capability across Managers, Associate Directors and junior staff
Model PwC’s commitment to integrity, quality and professional excellence
Ngā pūkenga ka kawea mai e koe / Skills and experience
You will bring deep M&A experience, strong client credibility and a proven track record of delivering transactions.
You will have:
A tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline
Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in corporate finance, M&A or investment banking, ideally within a Big 4 or similar advisory environment
Demonstrated leadership across buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions, including private equity or financial sponsor-backed deals
Strong understanding of deal structuring, negotiation, transaction execution and shareholder dynamics
Proven ability to build and sustain trusted relationships with business owners, executives and investment professionals
Experience leading, mentoring and developing high-performing deal teams
Well-developed commercial judgement, strategic thinking and decision-making capability
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
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.
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