Markets Business Development Proposals Manager
Auckland - New Zealand
Job Summary
Management Level
ManagerJob Description & Summary
Kia oraInnovate. . Make yourskills count at PwC New Zealand.
At PwC our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems.
This is a place to keep from the best take on meaningful challenges and make a lasting impact for our clients our communities and Aotearoa.
Ngākōreromotēneitūranga/ About the role
As aPursuits and Proposals Managerwithin our Markets teamyoullplay a critical role in helping PwC win and grow key client engagements. Working alongside partners directors and pursuit teams across the firmyoulllead complex proposal and bid processes from qualification through to submission and debrief.
Youllcombine strategic thinking project management excellence and compelling storytelling to help our teams bring their best ideas to market and deliver differentiated client solutions.
This is a full-timefixed-term contractrole providing parental leave cover for a12 -month periodinAucklandor Wellington.
Your day-to-day could include:
Managing the end-to-end proposal and pursuit lifecycle including go/no-go decisions pursuit strategy workshops bid planning content development submission management and post-bid reviews
Facilitating pursuit team workshops to develop winning strategies value propositions and compelling win themes aligned to client needs
Coaching senior stakeholders and pursuit teams to create client-focused persuasive proposals presentations and pitch materials
Providing bid managementexpertise including drafting editing reviewing and refining content to ensure high-quality differentiated responses
Driving bid governance timelines and stakeholder coordination across multiple complex opportunities simultaneously
Championing PwCs brand visual identity and tone of voice across proposal and presentation materials
Managing tender monitoring processes and helping direct opportunities to theappropriate subjectmatter experts and business development teams
Maintaining and enhancing bid resources knowledge libraries and proposal best practices across the firm
Supporting the evolution of bid processes and tools including integration withSalesforceandleveragingemerging technologies such as A.I. to improve pursuit effectiveness
Collaborating with global PwC bid management teams to share insights innovations and leading practices
Ngāpūkengakakaweamaiekoe kawhakawhanakehiarāneiitēneitūranga/Skills you will bring or develop in this role
7 yearsexperience leading and managing complex bids proposals and pursuit processes within aprofessional servicesor B2B environment
Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders workstreams and deadlines
Proven ability to develop compelling client-focused value propositions proposal content and presentation materials
Exceptional communication facilitation and stakeholder management skills with experience influencing and coaching senior leaders
A collaborative solutions-focused approach with the confidence to challenge constructively and drive successful outcomes in a fast-paced environment
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
Time off-Twopaidrecognition daysoffprovided each yearduring ourannual summer shutdown period;purchaseup 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
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Ngāwhakautuki opātai/Your questions answered
Motuhake / Independence:Maintainingindependence is fundamental todemonstratingthat PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires anindependencereview process.
Tono tikamai/ Please apply directly:Werenot currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. Ifyoudlike to be considered please apply directly -wedlove to hear from you.
Naumaingātonowawe/ We encourage early applications:This role may close before the listed date if weidentifya suitable candidate.
Atamaihangahanga/ A.I. usage:Please note that secure A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people.
Travel Requirements
Not SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship
NoJob Posting End Date
September 30 2026Required Experience:
Manager
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