• Do you have a passion for helping our clients unlock business value through the promise of technology?
• Do you have a passion for working with people and solving problems?
• Do you thrive working in a dynamic environment with a team of talented people who take pride in delivering great results? 

Step into a delivery team that’s driving real change through cutting-edge, digitally enabled programmes.

We are passionate about solving tough challenges and turning ideas into impact. If you're a professional who enjoys shaping smart solutions, working side-by-side with clients and teammates, and making sure projects land safely and successfully across industries such as health, public sector, banking  —this is your kind of environment. If you’re energised by the prospect of working in a connected, resilient team—one that values trust, open communication, and shared success—you’ll find purpose here.

Bring your drive for digital transformation and make a tangible difference with us

What will your typical day look like?

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced and talented Associate Director candidate to join our Systems Delivery & Modernisation team. You will be kept on your toes:

• Delivering large-scale projects
• Optimizing solutions
• Analytically thinking and problem solving
• Focussing on delivery excellence
• Offering an executive presence

About the team

You will be in good company. With the SD&M team, you will be exposed to cutting-edge technology in an environment focused on innovation and entrepreneurship. We are constantly looking for bright people who are passionate about technology and seek to maximise the value we deliver to our clients.

You will be joining a team of passionate professionals from various backgrounds, who share a common interest in technology and customer service. If you are always yearning to learn more and rise to new heights in a fast-paced environment that is continuously evolving, this is the place for you.
 

What will your typical day look like?

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced and talented Associate Director candidate to join our Consulting team. You’ll work alongside our clients with reference to the following areas:

• IT Strategy Development: Assist clients develop a technology strategy and road map that aligns with and supports their key business priorities.
• IT Delivery: Leading and shaping digital projects from tendering through to design, delivery and handover. Full responsibility at the engagement delivery level for personnel, finance, reporting, planning, contract management and project delivery.
• IT Operating Models: Support a senior IT management team or business sponsor to develop an IT Operating Model, outlining the strategic aims of the organisation, and then defining the various components of the IT function, including roles, processes, controls and potentially tools.
• IT Assessments: Undertake IT maturity assessments, potentially across all elements of the IT function. Such an assignment would examine how business alignment, strategy, architecture, development and operations are currently being run, and seek to understand issues with capability, process and governance.
• IT Sourcing: Allow clients to develop a sourcing strategy and delivery model to support the business needs at optimal cost. Support clients through the sourcing and selection process, and transition to the new delivery model.
• IT Architecture: Identifying and setting out the architectural components that provide a framework to facilitate the provision of technology and business solutions.
• IT Transformation: Shaping a major IT Transformation program for a client and running the Program Management Office of a major change program to deliver business and technology initiatives.
• IT Due Diligence: Supporting Merger & Acquisition activities for a client by conducting IT/technology due diligence on the Target organisation and defining a transition plan for the Acquirer.

Your role as a leader

Your role as an Associate Director will focus on the management and delivery of client engagements, as well as sales and practice development. In this role, you will develop high-performing people and teams, leading and supporting them to make an impact that matters, and setting the direction to deliver exceptional client service.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you. You will be someone with:

• You are an experienced professional with around with around 10 years of relevant experience in technology management, strategy, business analysis or a consulting environment.
• You are comfortable and well versed in leading teams across multiple engagements providing leadership and mentorship and being the single point of contact for both the client and engagement team.
• You have strong delivery experience across a range of complex projects and have worked in both Lead and Project Management roles.
• You are comfortable managing multiple projects or streams of work.
• You have strong stakeholder management skills and have experience presenting to senior executives and leaders.
• Your niche is building relationships and being the trusted advisor for your client.
• You are passionate about modern technology and their applications in the business world.
• You have earned a university degree, and you are well versed in both technology and business fields.
• You have strong communication, synthesis and analysis skills and are able to articulate often complex concepts in a simple and straightforward way.
• You will have the ability to establish, build and maintain successful relationships and are adept at facing clients.
• Your self-motivation and drive will match that of our team. 
• You pride yourself on providing the same high-quality service that is expected and delivered from one of New Zealand’s largest and most respected professional services firms.   

Making an impact that matters, together:

We are driven by our desire to create positive outcomes for our clients, communities, and people. Everything we do is with intent - the intent to make a meaningful difference.

Our shared values are at the heart of everything we do. Living these values, including ‘taking care of each other’ and ‘fostering inclusion’, is essential to ensuring everyone feels included at work and able to reach their full potential. 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.

How you’ll be rewarded: 

We hold a simple belief – that our people’s hard work should be recognised and rewarded beyond their remuneration. The Deloitte experience is founded on concepts of trust, balance, wellbeing and the importance of personal connection.

We offer you:

• Flexible work arrangements – work in a way that suits you, us and our clients best    
• Subsidised professional qualifications and paid professional memberships
• Subsidised health insurance
• Income protection insurance
• 22 days annual leave
• Social events, social sports teams, and monthly firm drinks
• A focus on wellness and well-being 
• Community focused volunteer days
• A focus on the environment and sustainability
• Plus much more

Does this sound like the sort of role and organisation for you? Then apply now! We’d love to hear from you.

We believe the strongest teams are made up of diverse individuals and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognise that women and individuals from under-represented backgrounds may hesitate to apply if they don't meet all criteria. If you're passionate about this role and believe you have the skills, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience, ideal working hours or qualifications aren't a perfect match.

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