Account Manager - Lower North
Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand · Full Time
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Job description
About the Role
Skills Group Employment is seeking a driven, commercially savvy Account Manager to enhance our Wellington team. This role emphasizes fostering relationships, supporting apprentices, and expanding our network of host employers.
Key Responsibilities
- Locate and cultivate new host employer partnerships to increase placement capacity and expand Skills Group Employment's network.
- Maintain and strengthen existing employer relationships through understanding workforce needs and delivering customized solutions.
- Offer regular mentorship and welfare support to apprentices with site visits and frequent interaction.
- Address employment-related issues such as performance, conduct, conflict resolution, and workplace concerns.
- Collaborate with internal teams to synchronize placements, training, employer satisfaction, and employment success.
- Represent the organization at industry functions and contribute to continuous improvement strategies and commercial growth.
Candidate Profile
- Experience in business development, account management, or stakeholder relations is essential.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities with the confidence to negotiate and influence.
- A commercial mindset with proactive identification and pursuit of business opportunities.
- Background in mentoring, pastoral care, employment relations, or similar people-focused roles.
- Familiarity with employment legislation and health and safety standards.
- Knowledge of apprenticeships or vocational education, plus adaptability to dynamic environments.
- Trade qualifications in the electrical sector are advantageous but not mandatory.
About Skills Group
For over three decades, Skills Group has partnered with learners, employers, and industries to develop New Zealand's skilled workforce. Joining our collaborative team provides an opportunity to cultivate meaningful industry ties and impact apprenticeship success throughout Wellington.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage including fully subsidized Southern Cross medical insurance, access to the TELUS Health Employee Assistance Programme, and yearly flu shots.
- Work-life balance supported by flexible working arrangements, birthday leave, extended bereavement leave, and long service leave.
- Financial incentives such as 3.5% KiwiSaver contributions, 2% contributions to SuperLife, and a $500 referral bonus.
- Opportunities for personal growth including weekly paid learning time, LinkedIn Learning access, and internal workshops.
Additional Information
If you are an effective relationship-builder passionate about generating opportunities and supporting apprentices while driving commercial success, we invite you to apply and help strengthen partnerships in Wellington.