Marketing Communications Lead

About the role

The Marketing Communications Lead will shape how NZ Post connects its brand, marketing strategy and digital execution. Reporting to the Head of Marketing & Corporate Communications, you will act as a trusted second‑in‑command, guiding the delivery of end‑to‑end marketing plans that drive commercial results.

Key responsibilities

• Lead enterprise‑wide marketing planning and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Coach and guide high‑performing teams across Brand, Digital Communications and Design Centres of Excellence.
• Embed best‑practice frameworks for planning, performance measurement and continuous improvement.
• Manage agency relationships and elevate partnership effectiveness.
• Drive cross‑functional alignment across matrixed teams.
• Use data and insights to optimise performance and deliver commercial return.

Required profile

• Extensive senior‑level experience in marketing or communications.
• Proven ability to lead high‑performing teams in complex, fast‑moving organisations.
• Strong commercial mindset with data‑driven decision making.
• Excellent stakeholder influence and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Comfort with shaping direction, challenging thinking and hands‑on execution.

Required skills

What we offer

• Parental‑leave cover role until April 2027 (fixed‑term).
• Hybrid work model with flexibility to work from home.
• Opportunity to lead brand, digital and design Centres of Excellence within a national organisation.