Line of Service Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector Not Applicable

Specialism IFS - Administration

Management Level Administrative

Job Description & Summary

Kia ora,

With PwC, you’ll belong to a whanau, a community of solvers where differences are embraced. We empower you with the technology, coaching, flexibility and trust needed to make a meaningful difference, while supporting your authentic self each day.

As part of our newly launched global strategy - The New Equation, we are responding to the fundamental changes we are seeing in the world today. We have committed to digitally upskilling our people, uplifting our Diverse & Inclusion culture by creating equal opportunity for people from different backgrounds and investing in areas that are critical to building New Zealand’s future. Our people and values are what make us a leading professional services firm in New Zealand. PwC’s purpose is to build trust in society and to help solve important problems. Our ways of working together mean we strengthen our wellbeing by using the best tech, collaborating effectively and work flexibility in order to be well and work well.

Ngā Kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

PwC’s Business Support team plays an integral part of the Internal Firm Services framework - supporting the business with highly skilled, technical and adaptive support staff. As a Business Assistant in our Consulting team you will be responsible for working with Partners, Directors and PwC teams, providing administrative support, client support and project coordination, enabling our people and teams to perform to the highest standard.

With an ever changing and fast moving environment you need to be ready and flexible to support the business needs; you will forge strong relationships within the business and manage a wide variety of requests with confidence.

Working within our fast paced and dynamic Consulting practice, based in Christchurch your key responsibilities would include but not be limited to:

Extensive management and coordination of Partner diaries

Providing critical administrative support to Directors and teams

Planning and coordinating client and internal meetings, including room bookings, video conference support and catering requirements

Working closely with the Partners and teams on preparation for billing and client engagement economics in a timely manner

Event management and coordination for local and national events - working closely with our Markets team

Coordinating document production through our Internal Service Delivery Centre, ensuring that our presentation is of the highest quality and adhering to PwC brand standards

Project coordination support with client engagement for sector teams and priority clients

Guiding and up-skilling our teams with using multiple internal systems and supporting best practice

Ngā pūkenga kei a koe /Skills and experience

Successful candidates will be highly motivated, provide outstanding client service delivery and be able to manage workloads and deadlines effectively.

1-2 plus years of office experience / office support / Secretarial or Business Administration capacity

A working knowledge of Te Reo would be an advantage but not essential

Intermediate to advanced skills in the Microsoft Office and Google Suites is desirable

Project coordination skills and ability to work collaboratively would be desirable but not essential

Highly organised and resilient with an ability to effectively plan and prioritise multiple tasks and manage time to meet deadlines in a changing environment

A strong command of written and spoken English and excellent attention to detail

Ability to learn and understand new systems quickly

Experience within a professional services and/or corporate environment is preferred but not essential

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

Be a part of our Manukura whānau where you will be welcomed into a supportive community that celebrates your gifts and empowers you to be your best. Get to know our Manukura team:

Unrivalled level of access to industry expertise, both locally and through our wider global network of member firms, where you’ll be enabled by cutting-edge technology.

Dress for your day and flex your schedule in alignment with team and client needs

Inclusive 18 weeks paid parental leave policy for all parents - mums, dad’s, caregivers with no minimum service!

Enhanced leave capabilities - an opportunity to purchase additional leave and two staff recognition days available each year

Paid volunteer days available through our PwC Foundation - help to resolve the societal issue of “children’s welfare” in New Zealand through

Digital upskilling through our Digital Academy

Mo te aha tāu e tatari ana? / What are you waiting for?

With PwC, you’ll belong to a whanau, a community of problem solvers where differences are embraced. We empower you with the technology, coaching, flexibility and trust needed to make a meaningful difference, while supporting your authentic self each day. We’re committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce because we know it’s only by working together that we can realise the potential of our people, clients and society around us.

Ngā mihi mahana

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Travel Requirements Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No

Government Clearance Required? No

Job Posting End Date March 30, 2022

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