Communications Adviser - Fixed Term

 
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BELIEVE IN BETTER

Do you believe in finding a career where you can truly make a difference and shape a better future?

At AIA we’ve started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone.

It's finding new ways to not only better people's lives, but to better the communities and environments we live. Encompassing our ambition of helping a billion people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030. And to get there, we need ambitious people who believe in playing an important part in shaping that future. People seeking unmatched career and personal growth opportunities, driven to work with, and learn from some of the most inspiring and supportive leaders in the business.

Sound like you? Then read on.
The opportunity:
Are you passionate about storytelling, employee engagement, and bringing communications to life? We’re looking for a dynamic communicator to support our Manager, Communications in delivering our Corporate Affairs & Communications strategy. In this role, you’ll create engaging content and help design meaningful activities and events that connect and inspire our people. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and love turning ideas into action, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.
Key responsibilities include:
Support the Manager, Communications in delivering the Corporate Affairs & Communications plan.
Advise on internal communications for key business projects.
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Create and deliver engaging internal communications content and events, including:
Weekly staff newsletter (Te Pānui)
Executive talking points for weekly ExCo huddles
News updates on the Hive
Corporate communications and presentations
Agendas and presentations for Town Halls and staff events
Internal communications calendar management
Team and project communications support
Develop external communications content and activities, including:
Media reports and stakeholder presentations
Draft media statements, LinkedIn posts, and supporting documents
Collaborate with PR & GR agencies to align and deliver communications plans
Ideally, you’ll bring:
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience building relationships across different levels and audiences.
Ability to collaborate and find solutions that meet business needs.
Skill in turning complex information into clear, engaging content.
Strong time management and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Willingness to learn and adapt in a complex industry.
Confidence working independently and navigating ambiguity.
Professionalism, discretion and reliability.
Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, business, or similar (preferred).
Experience in communications or a related field (preferred).
Understanding of communications principles; experience in financial or professional services is a plus.
Why choose AIA?
At AIA, we believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better'. We do this by offering:
Opportunities to grow within the business through internal mobility
Competitive employee benefits that include insurances, an Employee Share Purchase Scheme and an extra day of leave each quarter to recharge
Membership to AIA Vitality, our science-backed health and wellbeing programme that provides the guidance, tools, and rewards to get more out of life and start thriving. AIA Vitality partners include Airpoints™, Woolworths, MoleMap, endota, Les Mills, Samsung, Garmin and many more!
A supportive and inclusive workplace
Flexible working arrangements.
If you believe in better, apply now!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. AIA NZ values diversity in the workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, including those with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions and/or are neurodiverse to apply for our roles. If there's anything we may need to consider to support you with our recruitment process, please email
nz.talentacquisition@aia.com
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