Communications Specialist

About the Company

We're a New Zealand owned insurance and investment company with a difference. As a mutual, we're owned by our Members and make meaningful contributions to our community through our charitable foundation. At MAS, you'll join a team that's:

• Motivated to make a difference
• Focused on delivering high quality outcomes for our Members
• Guided by our values: Make a difference, In it together and Own it, do it
• Supportive, inclusive and committed to helping each other succeed
• Looked after with a range of benefits including Health and Life insurance, Income Protection Insurance and 6% KiwiSaver

About the Role

MAS is looking for a Communications Specialist to join our Marketing team on a 13-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you'll help bring our purpose, voice and values to life through high-quality communications that engage our Members and support a range of business initiatives. The role can be based in Wellington or Auckland and reports to the Content Manager.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit and proofread engaging content for Member communications, website articles and campaigns.
• Coordinate, manage and execute business-as-usual communications and key corporate initiatives such as the AGM and Annual Report.
• Help maintain MAS's tone of voice and writing standards across all communications.
• Work closely with marketing, product, digital and compliance stakeholders to deliver high-quality content.
• Review and optimise communications to improve member engagement and effectiveness.

Qualifications

At least 3 years' experience in communications, content or marketing roles with a strong writing focus.

Required Skills

• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Experience creating content for multiple audiences and channels.
• Knowledge of plain language principles and accessibility standards.
• Experience using content management systems, email marketing platforms and digital publishing tools.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.