Business Development Manager (VE)

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland’s economic and cultural agency, committed to making our region a desirable place to live, work, visit, invest and do business. Are you ready to take the lead in driving the growth of tourism to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
 

As a Business Development Manager with the Western Markets portfolio, your role’s purpose is to build Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland as a “must visit” destination from North America, Australia and UK/Europe for leisure visitors.
 

We are seeking an individual who can elevate Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland as a top leisure destination from these markets. You will be pivotal in activating networks to engage and advocate for Auckland’s tourism operators as a year-round tourism destination.
 

The role requires building and maintaining relationships with key partners, identifying growth opportunities in sectors such as leisure, VFR, and cruise, and promoting Māori tourism. Strong project management and relationship-building skills are essential, alongside the ability to drive Auckland’s value proposition in these key markets, focusing on strategic partnerships, and industry collaboration.
 

For the full position description please click here. 
 

He kōrero mōu: About you

• Excellent knowledge of the visitor sector and existing relationships with IBO’s, ITO’s and DMC’s selling New Zealand
• Driven to achieve outcomes and empower others to use all resources to achieve the best results 
• Highly organised – plans and prioritises well and manage time to focus on the most important activities 
• Personal resilience – able to sustain a high level of energy and positivity during time when the organisation or team is under extreme pressures  
• Highly developed interpersonal and relationship skills with the confidence to challenge as appropriate 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• You can pronounce and use basic te reo Māori in emails, meetings and conservations
   

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

• Permanent full-time opportunity 
• As part of the wider Auckland Council Group, you’ll gain access to many benefits and discounts, including discounted financial services and insurance, entertainment, lifestyle and more
• To view our benefits, please click here.
   

If you feel you can contribute to this outcome through your experience, passion and ingenuity please take up our invitation to apply. Come join us and have the satisfaction of knowing you’re contributing to Auckland’s economic growth. 
 
Life at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is best described as fast-paced, energetic and closely connected with our partners and customers. This is your opportunity to be part of a dynamic team! 
 

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now! 
Applications close: 22 September 2024 
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Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
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