Economics Advisory Manager/ Associate Director

Are you passionate about bringing the highest level of rigour and innovation to the policy, strategic and analytical challenges faced by New Zealand’s economy? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manager/ Associate Director to join our Deloitte Access Economics team. You will work on a range of exciting, thought-provoking and high-profile projects across a range of areas including macroeconomics, infrastructure, regulation, competition analysis, workforce, climate change and public policy across both public and private sectors. Based in Tāmaki-makau-rau/Auckland you will work within a team of economists, and work closely with our Deloitte Strategy advisors.

Your typical day will include: • Managing economics across a broad range of sectors by working closely with clients, with the support of other Deloitte team members• Guiding and undertaking quantitative data methods and analysis including statistical analysis and data visualisation, as well as economic analysis (e.g. cost benefit analysis, forecasting, scenario modelling, computable general equilibrium modelling and demographic modelling)• Guiding and undertaking qualitative data methods and analysis (e.g. literature reviews, stakeholder interviews, focus groups and workshops)• Drafting and communicating findings in reports and through compelling presentations • Coaching and mentoring analysts and senior analysts to support the delivery of engagements and play a key role in their development• Working with our local and global world class subject matter experts• Presenting internally and externally to clients and at conferences• Bringing economic logic to solve complex problems.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you. You are someone with: We’re looking for motivated and engaged individual with a passion to make an impact. You will ideally have 5+ years of experience in economics and economic modelling. Specifically, you will have:  • A postgraduate degree in economics, and/or statistics with strong academic results • Previous experience in a consulting environment • Demonstrated understanding of the New Zealand economy • Applied knowledge of economic modelling, including developing and using quantitative analytical frameworks using economic principles • Ideally experience with one or more of the following tools such as R, Eviews and Stata • Demonstrated passion for making an impact in economics • Persuasive communication and report writing skills • Experience managing projects and teams effectively, as well as engaging with stakeholders.

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We are driven to create an impact that matters at every opportunity. Supported by a strong leadership team and member firms from over 150 countries across the globe, Deloitte New Zealand is in the business of solving complex problems. Over our 175-year history, we have built a reputation for impactful delivery across audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax, and technology services.  

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For us to succeed and thrive as an organisation, we understand the importance of creating a culture where diverse perspectives matter and where everyone is given an equal opportunity to grow and develop.

Deloitte New Zealand rewards We hold a simple belief – that our people’s hard work should be recognised and rewarded beyond their remuneration.

We have reimagined what ‘work’ looks like and how we can empower all our people to create a work experience that is distinct to their needs. Founded on concepts of trust, balance, wellbeing and the importance of personal connection, this is the Deloitte experience.

Deloitte New Zealand rewards Founded on concepts of trust, balance, wellbeing, and the importance of personal connection we offer: · Flexible work arrangements · Subsidised professional qualifications and paid professional memberships· Subsidised health insurance· Income protection insurance· 22 days annual leave· Regular social events, and social sports teams· A focus on wellness and well-being · Community focused volunteer days· A focus on the environment and sustainability Does this sound exactly like the sort of role and organisation for you? Then apply now!  We’d love to hear from you. Tōia mai te waka! - Haul the canoe!Ki te urunga te waka! - To the entrance place!Ki te moenga te waka! - To the resting place!Ki te takotoranga i takoto ai te waka! - To the place where it will lie! #LI-TH1