Brand Manager

Hello and Kia Ora

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At Entain Australia & New Zealand, the customer is at the centre of everything we do, As a Brand Manager within our team you will be curating an immersive brand experience that resonates with our target audience.

As Brand Manager your purpose is to challenge the traditional betting experience in a fun & dynamic way. We want our brand to be the go-to destination for young urbanites, blending sports and racing with a tech-savvy twist. We're all about the social scene, making waves with our 'disruptive' marketing that shakes up the old, boring media landscape. This role supports the purpose by taking ownership of the brand's role within the portfolio, implementing the strategic direction across the marketing mix including product pipeline, brand communications, digital platforms, events, promotions, and influencer programs, creating distinctive meaning for our consumers.

**Where and how you can work...**
We have offices in Auckland, Wellington, Darwin, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. At Entain AUS & NZ, we value a flexible work environment and support a hybrid working model, allowing employees to spend two days a week at the office, ensuring work-life balance and individual preferences. _This position is located in Auckland._

**Your day-to-day...**
- Develop, manage and execute annual marketing plans in line with the business's and brand's long-term strategic objectives, being the key lead in bringing all stakeholders together to align.
- Provide detailed briefs based on market insights and previous learnings to further enhance our brand awareness and education in the market.
- Develop and manage new consumer marketing campaigns ensuring consistency across all platforms; a full activity calendar to be developed and owned by the brand manager.
- Champion the brand among external as well as internal stakeholders, inspiring others and ensuring that the importance of within the portfolio is clearly understood.
- Work closely with the product team to review and inform the NPD pipeline, in line with the consumer and market (and overseas market) trends, identifying opportunities to increase the relevance of the brand, and aligning to product and portfolio rules.
- Led the planning, development and implementation of marketing activations - proficient in a full mix of marketing tools and techniques.

**What You'll Bring...**
- Previous experience in a similar postion or from a digital, Media FMCG or similar.
- A strong understanding of marketing principles, including digital marketing, social media, and influencer marketing, to effectively promote a brand.
- Background in public relations and working in the earned media space to enhance brand reputation and visibility.
- Strong Knowledge of consumer journey and content creation and production.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret data and insights, and make informed decisions to drive the brand's success.

**Entain Lifestyle...**
- Paid Medical Insurance: Get covered with Southern Cross medical insurance, up to $1,500 in value annually, for you and your family
- Dedicated Training Plans: Power up your professional growth with our exclusive training programs.
- Hybrid and Flexible Working: Work hard, play smart Mondays and Tuesdays in the office, the rest of the week - your choice, your space
- Birthday Bonus: Take a breather on your special day, courtesy of us. It's your day to shine
- Be You: Express yourself We celebrate your unique individuality, creating a supportive and inclusive work atmosphere.
- Office Fun: Our Auckland and Wellington offices are game-ready with a pool table, dartboard, and sports on TV. Work's never been this fun
- Social Butterflies Welcome; join our clubs and dive into exciting activities regularly

**Who are we?**
At Entain Australia & New Zealand, we're on a mission to revolutionise the world of sports and gaming venue entertainment. We're the home of Australia and New Zealand's best gaming and tech talent, with a passion for pushing boundaries and creating unforgettable experiences.

We have a host of leading brands under the Entain umbrella - our customers can experience the best of sports betting and entertainment with Ladbrokes Australia and neds, where together they provide thrilling avenues for sports enthusiasts and racing aficionados alike. Through Entain Venues, our venue partners offer non-stop entertainment through our line-up of brands from the Australian Poker League and SportsPick to the challenges of InnQUIZitive and many more.

We're also proud to support racing and sport in New Zealand through our 25-year strategic partnership with TAB NZ. The TAB brand in New Zealand connects enthusiasts to the heart of the action, whether it's horse racing, greyhounds, or a variety of thrilling sports.
- As a global employer, Entain is committed to providing a safe, fun, and inclusive culture where our people feel like they truly belong. We are a multicultural business that values,