Communications Advisor

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LIC is a farmer-owned co-operative that has been supporting herd improvement in New Zealand's dairy sector for more than 115 years.

We focus on providing superior genetics, reliable testing and diagnostics, integrated on-farm software, and great customer service, all designed to help farmers make smarter decisions every day.

As a proud generational co-operative, we're here for farmers, their families, and rural communities, not just for today, but for the future.

Every one of us plays a part in helping New Zealand farmers succeed.

About the Role

As a Communications Advisor at LIC, you'll play a key role in bringing our communications strategy to life—helping tell the stories that connect our people, farmers, and communities.

Working within the Customer Experience team, you'll support the Communications and Brand Engagement team across internal and external communications, media, and digital channels.

From crafting engaging stories and supporting social media engagement to providing shareholder updates and staff communications, you'll help ensure consistent, high-quality messaging that reflects LIC's purpose and values.

About You

You're a confident communicator who enjoys crafting clear, engaging messages and working collaboratively to bring ideas to life.

You're proactive, organised, and comfortable juggling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Most of all, you're passionate about connecting with people and helping a trusted New Zealand co-operative share its story with farmers and employees alike.

Qualifications

A tertiary qualification in communications, public relations or journalism

Around three years' experience in a communications or similar role

Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills with great attention to detail

Confidence managing content across channels including intranet, website and social media

A collaborative, can-do attitude and the ability to build strong relationships across teams

Initiative, curiosity and the ability to manage your own workload

An understanding of or interest in New Zealand's dairy or primary sector

In Return

In addition to a competitive salary, you'll receive extra leave days, flexible working options, discounted health, life, income and disability insurance, access to our employee shares scheme, wellbeing discounts, free onsite parking, an employee assistance programme, and more.

The role is based 10 minutes from Hamilton in a semi-rural location, offering a lifestyle change for those seeking a better work-life balance and wanting to escape the cost of living in bigger cities.

We are also open to flexible and remote working arrangements.

Location

10 minutes from Hamilton, semi-rural.

Flexible and remote options available.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries

Farming

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