Chief Marketing Officer, Auckland CBD (Internal AUT employees only)

• Lead AUT's Marketing and brand and drive student recruitment
• Pivotal role in elevating AUT's profile
• Full time, permanent position, based in Auckland CBD

Who we are | Ko wai mātou

As one of the world's top 100 young universities and New Zealand's newest, Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is a university of opportunity where all students with talent and potential have the chance to succeed. We are a socially-driven university with equity and excellence central to our purpose and actions, and we offer a stimulating teaching and research environment with strong connections to government, business, and industry. AUT has more than 26,000 students and over 4,000 staff based primarily at our three Auckland teaching campuses.

About the role | Kōrero mō te tūranga

We are seeking a visionary Chief Marketing Officer to lead and transform AUT's marketing and brand strategy. As CMO, you will ensure AUT's brand is current, relevant, and fit for purpose — resonating with prospective students, whānau, and communities across New Zealand and within our international markets.

A key goal of the role is to drive student recruitment and engagement — across domestic, online, and face-to-face modes. You will bring together strategic insight, creativity, and data-driven decision-making to elevate our presence and connect with future learners.

This role also plays a central part in collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including faculties, executive leadership, government, iwi, and industry, ensuring alignment of marketing initiatives with AUT's strategic priorities.

About you | Ko wai koe

You are a strategic and forward-thinking marketing leader with a proven track record in brand transformation and high-impact campaigns. You will also bring:

• Experience leading the delivery of marketing and brand services in a large complex environment
• Overseeing large-scale student recruitment strategies
• Demonstrated influential leadership
• Developing and managing complex relationships across internal and external stakeholders

What matters most is your ability to connect AUT's purpose with audiences in meaningful, measurable ways.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Ready to shape the future of AUT? Apply now with your CV and a cover letter outlining your vision for AUT's brand and student growth.

Applications close: Sunday 8 June at 10.30pm

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