Business Assistant

Management Level

Job Description & Summary

Kia Ora, 

It’s a great time to be joining PwC New Zealand! We have been working collaboratively to develop guides on our ara (path) where our people are at the heart of our decisions. It’s our mission to create an environment where people can do their very best work, while ensuring their wellbeing (along with their family & whanau) is the top priority. You'll work with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to help solve important problems, empowered by technology to turn today's ideas into tomorrow's solutions.  

Ngā Kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

PwC’s Business Support team plays an integral part of the Internal Firm Services framework, working closely with Partners and wider teams to provide high level administrative support, client support and project coordination, whilst enabling our people and teams to perform to the highest standard. 

You will be at the heartbeat of our operations in our Consulting and Risk Services practice in the Pōneke / Wellington office, supporting multiple partners and wider teams in a fast-paced, ever-evolving role. We are on the lookout for a proactive individual who is eager to make a tangible impact. In this high-detail environment, you'll be the go-to person, keeping the ship sailing smoothly and ensuring seamless collaboration with partners and senior stakeholders. If you thrive on agility and excel in fostering connections, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine and drive success.

• Supporting multiple Partners with extensive diary management, travel coordination and expense processing.

• Providing a high level of strategic and administrative support to partners and wider teams (40+ employees).

• Planning and coordinating high level 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 the 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.

• 4-5+ years of Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant experience, preferably within a professional services environment or similar.

• Experience supporting multiple partners or senior stakeholders, in an operational business environment with the ability to understand and adapt quickly to changing priorities. 

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

• Strong ability to utilise the Microsoft Office suite and ideally have exposure to other systems such as SalesForce, Flexipurchase and Workday.

• A strong command of written and spoken English, along with excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to learn and understand new systems quickly.

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

• 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.

• Investing in your mental health is both important and personal. We offer an annual cash contribution to spend on items or activities that support your wellness, whatever that might be! 

• PwC shows care to employees by providing life and income protection as part of our total remuneration package

• 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

• Digital upskilling through our Digital Academy

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

Hit the Apply Now button! If you still need some convincing and want to learn how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC, visit https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html 

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