Senior Consultant | Tax - Rewards

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Hei Oranga Iwi | The opportunity Are you early in your career and looking for a role that will accelerate your development and set you apart in the market? Working in Reward gives you a rare combination of people, business, financial and data analytics skills that are highly sought after. EY is recognised as New Zealand's leading Reward practice, making this an exceptional place to learn the craft from some of the most experienced remuneration professionals in the country. As our Senior Consultant you’ll make a technical contribution to engagements and projects. You’ll provide advice to clients on the reward and remuneration strategy, policy and processes, commercial and strategic implications of remuneration systems and processes, director fees, executive remuneration, cash and non-cash reward issues. This is position based in our Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) office. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options. Ko Tō Rourou | Your key responsibilities Working as part of a collaborative team, you'll develop a strong foundation in reward consulting while helping deliver practical and commercially focused solutions for clients across a wide range of industries. Client Engagement & Advisory: Participate in Reward engagements by helping clients design and implement remuneration strategies aligned with business and HR goals. This includes consulting on frameworks, benchmarking, incentives, and executive/director pay. Collaboration & Contribution: Work effectively as a team member by sharing responsibilities, supporting colleagues, and keeping senior team members informed. Contribute to client projects alongside EY Managers, Partners, HR teams, Executives, and Boards. Skill Development & Market Insight: Build your skills in a supportive environment while broadening your understanding of national and international market practices. Use market data to inform decisions and develop financial models for incentive plans. Ngā Pūkenga | Skills and attributes for success We're looking for curious and analytical individuals who enjoy working with data, solving complex business challenges and learning new skills. Education & Experience: Hold a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or Finance with strong academic credentials. Have at least 12 months of relevant post-graduation experience, ideally within a large organization or consulting/professional services environment. Technical & Analytical Skills: Demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, including financial modelling knowledge, and proficiency in Microsoft systems—especially Excel. Experience in people and remuneration consulting projects is a plus. Work Ethic & Attention to Detail: Excel in time management and thrive in fast-paced environments. Maintain a high level of focus and productivity, with strong attention to detail. Ko Taku Rourou | What we offer you At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy. A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at or +64 9 300 7044 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. He rourou kai kei ō ringa hei tākoha? Tēnā haria mai! Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today #LI-Hybrid EY | Building a better working world Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider. © 2026 Ernst & Young New Zealand. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved.