Manager – Government Incentives (Fixed Term Contract)

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Ngākōreromotēneitūranga/ About the role

Join us as a Manager in our Tax & Enterprise team whereyoullhelp innovativeorganisationsunlock government support for their Research & Development ambitions.You willgain exposure tocutting-edgeR&D activity across New Zealand and globally-working withorganisationsat the forefront of innovation science and technology. Based in PwC Tower at Commercial Bay this fixed-term opportunitythrough toDecember 2026offers the chance to lead complex engagements shape meaningful client outcomes and influence how we deliver future-focused advisory services.

Your day to day could include:

• Lead end-to-end client engagements delivering high-quality R&D tax incentive (RDTI) and RDTLCO claims across a diverse range of industries.

• Translate complex R&D activities into compelling compliant technical submissions working closely withclientsand reviewing financial and technical evidence.

• Driveproject delivery managing timelines budgets billing and engagement economics whilemaintainingPwCs quality and risk standards.

• Act as a trusted client advisor leading discussions with clients and government bodies (including HMRC) responding to queries andrepresentingPwC in meetings.

• Develop people and innovation coaching team members supporting their growth and driving the use of AI and new ways of working across the engagement lifecycle.

Ngāpūkengakakaweamaiekoe kawhakawhanakehiarāneiitēneitūranga/Skills you will bring or develop in this role

• Experience inaprofessional services environment.

• TechnicalexpertiseinR&D activities tax legislation and an interest in global government incentive regimes.

• Commercial and strategic mindset with the ability to manage risk assess new work opportunities and deliver value-driven outcomes for clients.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills enabling you to engage confidently with clients regulators and internal stakeholders.

• ABachelorsdegree (Accounting Finance Science or Engineering).

If youdontmeet every requirement we still want to hear from you - your skills and potential may be a great fit.

Ngāāhuatangahirahiraotemahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ

• 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;15dayspaid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)

• Reputation- PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us andyoullaccelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems.

• Flexibility- Flexible working; supportive coaching culture

• Whānau & community- Inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave

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