Regional Marketing and Communications Consultant

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise

. Serve as the primary Marketing and Communications business partner for two sector teams in North America .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeVancouver • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$94,000 - CA$105,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Marketing and Communications, with a focus on event marketing, stakeholder engagement, and project management. Proven ability to develop targeted content and execute marketing initiatives that align with commercial priorities.

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Marketing ExperienceEvent MarketingProject ManagementRelationship BuildingCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

MarketingCommunicationsEvent MarketingAccount ManagementContent DevelopmentCampaign ManagementDigital SolutionsTrade MediaSocial MediaBrand Management

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCollaborationInfluencingCommercial CuriosityJudgement

Industry Keywords

Trade MissionsConference ActivationsIntegrated Marketing InitiativesStakeholder EngagementFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary Marketing and Communications business partner for two sector teams in North America
Embed with Trade Commissioners and Business Development Managers to build trusted relationships
Lead MarComs delivery, including events, trade missions, conference booths, campaigns, and integrated marketing initiatives
Connect sector teams with research, digital solutions, content, and event management specialists
Handle region-wide marketing and communications responsibilities, including trade media, social media, or brand presence
Develop marketing approaches for major conference activations
Help implement sector growth plans
Develop targeted content and collateral to help New Zealand exporters succeed in North America
Travel regularly to appointed regional offices and potentially to special events and trade shows across North America
Tie marketing activity to commercial priorities and move ideas from discussion to delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid experience in marketing, communications, event marketing, account management, or related customer-facing roles
Excellent writing and communication skills
Exceptional relationship-building skills
Ability to influence, collaborate, and build trust across a range of stakeholders
Strong commercial curiosity and judgement
Proven project management skills
Ability to move initiatives from idea to execution while balancing competing priorities
Comfort navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
Ability to thrive under pressure
Existing authorization to work in Canada for the full term of the opportunity
Employment visa sponsorship is not available
CV and brief cover letter required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Collaborative global team across the US, Canada and New Zealand
Learning opportunities
Honest conversations and intellectual challenge
Fun collaborative work environment
Equal opportunity workplace
Workplace accommodations during the interview process where needed