General Manager - Taranaki

About the Role

MediaWorks, the foremost audio broadcaster in New Zealand, connects millions weekly via popular brands like More FM, The Edge, The Rock, and its digital service rova. In the Taranaki region, these platforms serve as vital community links and growth drivers for local businesses. We invite a dynamic commercial leader to embrace the position of General Manager – Taranaki based in New Plymouth. This role oversees business performance, revenue growth, team leadership, and community engagement within the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enact strategic growth initiatives to exceed financial goals and deliver superior client service.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a motivated sales and promotions workforce.
• Manage regional profit and loss and ensure robust financial results.
• Foster and strengthen partnerships with clients, agencies, and community organizations.
• Drive a culture prioritizing customer experience and outstanding client outcomes.
• Collaborate with Sales, Content, Promotions, and Digital teams to maximize business potential.
• Act as a prominent and respected figure representing MediaWorks within the region.

Candidate Profile

• Extensive leadership experience with 6 to 8+ years guiding sales teams to deliver excellent client services.
• Demonstrated strong commercial insight and capability managing budgets and financial outcomes.
• Exceptional leadership with the ability to inspire, energize, and support a team with resilience and empathy.
• Excellent communication skills with influential ability at various organizational levels.
• Strategic mindset paired with practical execution excellence.
• Proven relationship-building expertise and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrates a proactive approach to achieving results with consistent focus on delivery and client satisfaction.

Benefits and Culture

• Lead a key regional business within New Zealand's largest audio company.
• Competitive salary with commission incentives.
• Inclusive, respectful workplace culture focused on team spirit and creativity.
• Opportunities for birthday leave, volunteer leave, exclusive employee perks, wellness program access.
• Engage with diverse employee networks such as Moana, Rainbow, and Women's groups and contribute to community initiatives through the MediaWorks Foundation.

About MediaWorks

MediaWorks operates premier nationwide radio brands, including More FM, Breeze Classic, The Sound, The Edge, Breeze, The Rock, Mai, Humm FM, Channel X, George FM, and digital streaming via rova. As New Zealand's largest audio broadcaster, MediaWorks leads the country's audio entertainment market.