12-month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Leave Cover)
A bit about the company
Passionate about keeping Kiwis in the know, entertained and inspired. Home to some of New Zealand’s most loved media brands, on the lookout for a confident and commercially minded leader to step into this pivotal role.
The role
In heading up Group Planning & Performance, you’ll be a trusted advisor to the Executive Team. You’ll help shape strategic priorities, drive performance outcomes, and deliver the insights needed to stay ahead of the game.
From leading group-wide planning, budgeting and forecasting to providing sharp commercial advice, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the business is focused, informed and ready to respond to opportunities and challenges. You’ll also lead and develop a talented team, fostering a positive, collaborative culture.
What you’ll be doing
- Partner with senior leaders and the Executive to support key decision-making.
- Lead the Group’s planning, budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Champion continuous improvement and ensure consistency of processes across the Group.
- Deliver insightful reporting and analysis across the business.
- Identify risks and opportunities, providing practical solutions and advice.
- Foster a strong team culture, supporting growth and development.
Essential is a degree, CA (or similar) qualification and 10+ years’ experience in finance, commercial or strategic leadership roles, along with:
- Strong business acumen and proven ability to influence at Executive level.
- Exceptional planning, organisational and analytical skills.
- Experience leading complex projects and delivering high-quality insights.
- A collaborative, people-focused leadership style with a positive, can-do attitude.
This organisation truly believes in backing their people. You’ll work alongside a passionate leadership team, enjoy a collaborative workplace culture, and have the chance to make a real impact during this important fixed-term role.
If you’re ready to bring your commercial smarts, leadership skills and continuous improvement mindset to this role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of something special.
Vacancy managed by Jo Jossevel
Please apply with your CV in the first instance.