Board Secretary

Management Level
Director
Job Description & Summary

Kia ora,

Be a catalyst for transformation. Shape the future 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 growing. You’ll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa.

Ngā kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role

The Board Secretary is a senior, high-trust governance role within the Office of the Chair, supporting the effective operation of the PwC New Zealand Board and the Chair to exercise their responsibilities.

Working closely with the Chair, you’ll act as a trusted senior support and key adviser, helping the Chair fulfil their responsibilities across governance, stakeholder liaison, the Board’s operating rhythm and the reputation of the firm. This role will suit someone who can operate with judgement, discretion and influence, and who understands how to support senior leaders in a large, complex organisation.

You’ll help ensure the Board receives timely, clear and relevant information to discharge its oversight responsibilities effectively, while supporting strong communication between the Chair, Board, Executive Leadership Team, Partners and other key stakeholders. This role is comparable in complexity and trust to governance roles within large listed, regulated or partnership-led organisations, and will suit someone who brings sound judgement, maturity, strong programme management and a deep understanding of governance.

This role is proposed as 0.5 FTE.

Your day-to-day could include:

- Partnering with the Chair to shape Board agendas, governance calendars and annual work programmes.

- Supporting effective Board meetings, including governance processes for resolutions, minutes and actions.

- Advising on governance processes and good governance practice, working with General Counsel and Special Counsel where legal interpretation is required.

- Coordinating governance communications, Board effectiveness reviews, Board member induction and ongoing governance development.

- Contributing to the design and delivery of broader owner/Partner activity, including conferences, strategy days, Partner forums and related governance or engagement initiatives.

- Maintaining accurate, secure and confidential Board records, charters, terms of reference, policies and related governance documentation.

Ngā pūkenga ka kawea mai e koe, ka whakawhanakehia rānei i tēnei tūranga  / Skills you will bring or develop in this role

- Significant governance experience, ideally within a large, complex, listed, regulated or professional services environment.

- Strong understanding of the respective roles of the Board, Chair and management, with the confidence to provide practical governance advice to senior stakeholders.

- Excellent judgement, integrity and discretion when working with highly confidential and sensitive information.

- The ability to think on your feet, anticipate what is needed and take a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

- Confidence working across the Office of the Chair and with senior stakeholders, building relationships throughout the firm and helping progress important work.

- Strong organisational, time and programme management skills, with the ability to coordinate complex governance activity across multiple senior stakeholders.

- Clear and confident written and verbal communication, including the ability to produce accurate, concise Board materials and records.

- A collaborative, proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to provide constructive challenge when needed.

- Curiosity about how digital tools and technology can improve governance practices and ways of working.

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi 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; 15 days’ paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies)

- Reputation - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and you’ll accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems.

- Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture

- Time off - Two paid recognition days off provided each year during our annual summer shutdown period; purchase up 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

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

Belong to a community of problem solvers where differences are embraced. We’ll empower you with technology, coaching, flexibility and trust to make a meaningful difference. Learn more on our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html .

Grow here. Go further.

Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered

Motuhake / Independence: Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process.

Tono tika mai / Please apply directly: We’re not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. If you’d like to be considered, please apply directly - we’d love to hear from you.

Nau mai ngā tono wawe / We encourage early applications: This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate.

Atamai hangahanga / 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
Up to 20%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No
Job Posting End Date
December 22, 2026