Communications & Brand Engagement Manager

We’re a dairy farmer owned co-operative that delivers superior genetics and technological innovation to help our farmers sustainably farm a profitable animal.?Our people are passionate about what they do and are experts in their field.

Have a read of our strategy to learn more about how we are leading the world in what we do, by visiting our Careers Site, Life at LIC.?

About The Role

We’re seeking an experienced Communications and Brand Engagement Manager who has a proven track record in providing leadership and strategic direction for communications and brand functions. The role includes:

• Leading the business-wide communication, brand and marketing strategy, both internally and externally.
• Enhancing LIC’s profile through effective stakeholder engagement, brand content, reputation and relationship management.
• Supporting excellent internal culture and communications, bringing to life our strategy and values to all our people and keeping them informed and engaged.
• Partnering closely with the business, including the executive team, to provide advice and guidance.
• Leading and developing a high performing team.

As a part of the Customer Experience team, you report to the Head of Customer Experience.

This is a pivotal role at LIC, which has the support of the?business and senior leaders, who understand the value the communications and brand engagement function brings to LIC. The team you will lead are genuinely passionate about telling LIC’s story and a great bunch of people.?

If you’re up for a challenge, some fun, working with great people and can make a real impact – check out this role!

About You

As a seasoned Communications and Marketing professional, you’ll have experience supporting and informing at an executive level, as well as building strong collaborative relationships throughout the organisation. You’ll easily develop?effective networks and relationships with key stakeholders, including media and agencies, and?leverage from these relationships to magnify LIC’s voice.

To ensure your success, you will demonstrate:

• Senior-level strategic Communications, Brand and Marketing experience
• Proven experience advising and influencing at an exec level
• Strong networking capability, exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Proven track record in leading effective communication strategies
• Proven experience in developing and implementing customer-focused marketing plans and brand strategies, ensuring integration and consistency across all customer touchpoints
• A track record of leading the communications response to navigate media issues, crisis communications, and risk management
• Experience in identifying opportunities for strategic advantage by being informed about broader political and sector-wide landscape?
• Experience managing and overseeing brand content and marketing campaigns
• A strategic mind-set and ability to consider long-term and broader implications
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to achieve success through others
• Experience in contract management and managing budgets
• A sharp commercial acumen with deep knowledge of Marketing and Communications best practice
• Experience within primary industries would be advantageous

If you’re a naturally calm and collected individual, that works well in a busy, high-pace environment, and are unflappable under pressure then we’d love you to consider applying.

Some Extra Benefits Of Working For LIC

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll receive extra leave days, flexible working options, discounted health, life, income and disability insurances, wellbeing discounts, free onsite parking, an employee assistance programme, plus more! Our Hamilton office is located in a park-like setting, with tennis court, pool, and onsite café. We have a fantastic social club, staff and family events and a great working environment.

This is a highly visible role, where you’ll have plenty of opportunity to achieve great results. You’ll be joining a values-led, progressive organisation, where you’ll play a role in driving the future of dairy in NZ.