Job Description
Job description
Management Level
Senior Manager
Job Description & Summary
Kia Ora,
It’s a great time to be joining PwC New Zealand - a community of solvers that leads with the heart and lives by our values. Join us and make a meaningful impact while working with cutting-edge tech.
Ngā Kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role
We are seeking a Tax Lawyer to join PwC Legal in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland or Pōneke / Wellington. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your tax legal expertise in a setting beyond the traditional law firm environment. You will engage in high-calibre advisory work both locally and internationally. This role offers the chance to collaborate with all facets of the Financial Advisory Services practice, providing a rare insight into client issues. You'll also have the opportunity to work alongside experts from various service lines, enriching your professional experience across multiple fields.
Within this team, your day to day responsibilities could include:
Navigating and resolving tax audits and disputes with tax authorities.
Obtaining certainty for clients through binding rulings.
Collaborating with various teams to provide comprehensive tax solutions for our clients.
Proactively identifying and addressing potential tax risks, including in connection with high-profile transactions.
Staying ahead of the curve with the latest tax law developments.
Helping our clients to ensure they stay compliant with tax laws and avoid any legal pitfalls.
Spotting opportunities to reduce costs and enhance efficiency.
Maintaining the highest standards of ethics and confidentiality.
Ngā pūkenga kei a koe / Skills and experience
5-7 years PQE in a recognised New Zealand law firm and/or in-house
Extensive experience in tax law
Strong commercial acumen and technical knowledge
Ability to deliver high-quality, commercially-minded legal advice
Law degree
Driven and enthusiastic with excellent client-facing skills
Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC Legal / Highlights of working at PwC Legal 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.
A cash contribution to enable you to set up your home work space. One way we support your flexible working.
An annual cash contribution to spend on items or activities that support your wellness.
PwC Legal shows care to employees by providing life and income protection as part of our total remuneration package.
PwC Legal's paid parental leave applies to all parents regardless of gender, so all our employees can be involved with raising their children
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 about how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC Legal, visit https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html
Mana motuhake / Independence
Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC Legal has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process.
Please note that our offices will be closed for our annual end of year shut down. You may experience a delay in hearing from us across this time, we will be in touch after we return to work on the 13th Jan 2026.
Travel Requirements
Not Specified
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes
Job Posting End Date
Management Level
Senior Manager
Job Description & Summary
Kia Ora,
It’s a great time to be joining PwC New Zealand - a community of solvers that leads with the heart and lives by our values. Join us and make a meaningful impact while working with cutting-edge tech.
Ngā Kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role
We are seeking a Tax Lawyer to join PwC Legal in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland or Pōneke / Wellington. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your tax legal expertise in a setting beyond the traditional law firm environment. You will engage in high-calibre advisory work both locally and internationally. This role offers the chance to collaborate with all facets of the Financial Advisory Services practice, providing a rare insight into client issues. You'll also have the opportunity to work alongside experts from various service lines, enriching your professional experience across multiple fields.
Within this team, your day to day responsibilities could include:
Navigating and resolving tax audits and disputes with tax authorities.
Obtaining certainty for clients through binding rulings.
Collaborating with various teams to provide comprehensive tax solutions for our clients.
Proactively identifying and addressing potential tax risks, including in connection with high-profile transactions.
Staying ahead of the curve with the latest tax law developments.
Helping our clients to ensure they stay compliant with tax laws and avoid any legal pitfalls.
Spotting opportunities to reduce costs and enhance efficiency.
Maintaining the highest standards of ethics and confidentiality.
Ngā pūkenga kei a koe / Skills and experience
5-7 years PQE in a recognised New Zealand law firm and/or in-house
Extensive experience in tax law
Strong commercial acumen and technical knowledge
Ability to deliver high-quality, commercially-minded legal advice
Law degree
Driven and enthusiastic with excellent client-facing skills
Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC Legal / Highlights of working at PwC Legal 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.
A cash contribution to enable you to set up your home work space. One way we support your flexible working.
An annual cash contribution to spend on items or activities that support your wellness.
PwC Legal shows care to employees by providing life and income protection as part of our total remuneration package.
PwC Legal's paid parental leave applies to all parents regardless of gender, so all our employees can be involved with raising their children
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 about how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC Legal, visit https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html
Mana motuhake / Independence
Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC Legal has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process.
Please note that our offices will be closed for our annual end of year shut down. You may experience a delay in hearing from us across this time, we will be in touch after we return to work on the 13th Jan 2026.
Travel Requirements
Not Specified
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes
Job Posting End Date
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Tax Lawyer - Senior Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Apata offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
