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Communications Advisor

Job Title: Communications Advisor
Contract Type: Permanent Recruitment
Specialisation:
REF: 124517
Contact Details: Verity Bliss
Contact Email: verity.bliss@beyond.co.nz
Job Published: 10 months ago
External Communications Advisor – Intermediate level
Auckland CBD
Up to $94,000
Banking Sector

About the Role:
Banking sector client with a non-banking vibe?  Definitely an environment which is full of smart, dynamic people but not your typical bean counters and 3 piece suits.  No way!  Fabulous opportunity for an externally focused Communications Advisor with a few years solid experience under their belt to be responsible for developing and implementing communication plans and activities along with taking lead on supporting key business areas, with a particular focus on Governance, Strategy and Corporate Relations business unit which supports financial inclusion, Te Ao Māori and climate change workstreams.
What will you be doing?
  • Work closely with the External Stakeholder team in implementing media and stakeholder communications plans and programmes.
  • Work closely with business areas to draft news and media releases, creating engaging factsheets and other materials for media and stakeholders.
  • Provide ongoing monitoring and analysis of news and social media coverage relevant
  • Support the management of responding to stakeholder queries, specifically coordinating and drafting responses on economic and financial matters for public inquiries.

About You:
To hit the ground running you will bring 2+ years of solid external communications experience with ideally a PR and/or Journalism. 
You will have a strong ability to influence effectively across an organisation and understand the importance of building effective relationships with your stakeholders.
Strong eye for detail and the determination to challenge current practices.
We are looking for passionate storytelling and narratives that are both engaging and informative.

In addition to this you will have:
  • A degree in communications, commerce or equivalent tertiary qualification.
  • Excellent oral and written presentation skills.
  • A good understanding or a strong interest in economics and/or financial markets and/or regulated entities (banks, non-bank deposit takers and insurance companies).
  • Creativity and enthusiasm for producing engaging and informative communications.

Benefits Galore!
 
  • 5 weeks leave with the option to ‘buy’ extra 3 weeks if desired.  So total of 8 weeks in= total.
  • 15 day wellness allowance
  • WFH setup allowance to $800.
  • Generous parental leave provisions,
  • Learning and development opportunities, and access to numerous social, networking and sporting activities.
  • Not to mention a great team of people to learn from and grow with. 

Essential: Applicants need to have a right to work in New Zealand with a valid visa and be currently present in the Country.
Apply now or get in touch with:  Verity Bliss 021 196 4296 or email:  verity.bliss@beyond.co.nz
Ref: 124517
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