Insights into New Zealand’s consultancy sector

Consultancy generates approximately NZ$700 million annually in exports.  New Zealand’s consulting services have grown considerably over the past few decades and today, flourish.

Reasons for New Zealand’s fiscal success in this sector include:

• Our innovative approach to consulting practices
• Collaboration with international organisations
• Adaptation to the ever-changing business and professional environment.

Global player

Most major consultancies have offices in New Zealand. Companies such as McKinsey, BCG, Mercer, Deloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers and KPMG are operating within the New Zealand market.

The largest contributor to the consulting industry is engineering design. Providing advice on everything from seismic engineering to project management, engineering design has become a niche market for New Zealand’s consulting services industry.

Key Resources

We suggest looking at the following resources:

• The Recruitment and Consulting Services Association Ltd is the leading professional body for consultants in New Zealand and Australia and provides information and advice about the industry
• The Institute of Accredited Business Consultants provide internationally recognised certification and facilitate the development of the consulting services industry.