Market Relationship Partner

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise

Market Relationship Partner at NZTE strengthening engagements in Pacific markets. Identifying opportunities and connecting stakeholders to foster growth and success.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeAuckland • 🇳🇿 New ZealandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Strengthen NZTE’s engagement and impact across Pacific markets.
Build trusted stakeholder relationships, identify market opportunities.
Connect customers and internal teams to the right insights, support and networks.
Report to Market Manager – Australia Pacific and work across NZTE, NZ Inc. partners and regional networks.
Support regional planning, government and business engagement.
Represent NZTE at business forums, council engagements, and key events for the market.
Deepen NZTE’s relationships and presence across Pacific markets.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Senior relationship management and influencing experience, ideally across government, business or cross-agency settings.
Strong communication skills, including clear briefings, quick information triage and practical insights.
The ability to spot opportunities, connect people and keep work moving in an organised, purposeful way.
A collaborative style, commercial or strategic awareness, and confidence representing NZTE in senior settings.
Pacific market experience, familiarity with NZ Inc. partners, international organisations, or reporting and insight-led work will be highly regarded.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, purpose-driven environment
Contribute to New Zealand’s international success
Supportive organisation that values flexibility, development and diverse thinking

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Soft Skills

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