Group Communications

Play a vital role in Ryman's success through developing and implementing communications strategies for Ryman
- Advance your career in a supportive, collaborative, innovative environment
- Be part of a dynamic environment, driving innovation and growth
- Join a company that has a strong commitment to social responsibility and sustainability

**About Ryman Healthcare**
At Ryman, we believe the measure of a full life is one that gets richer with age.

Ryman has grown to become the largest retirement village operator in New Zealand. We own and operate 48 villages in New Zealand and Australia. We employ more than 7,600 team members, and we are the first healthcare company in ANZ to receive the Wellbeing Tick.

Being the developer, designer, builder, and operator means we will continue to challenge the status quo and adapt to better serve our residents and team members.

Our trailblazing spirit can be felt in every Ryman experience, so if you like the sound of this, then read on

**What will you do?**

The Group Communications & Corporate Affairs Manager will be responsible for leading overall external and internal communications for the group, including developing and implementing communication s strategies that position Ryman to achieve our corporate objectives and protect and enhance our reputation in the market.

This role oversees strategic communications with key stakeholder groups including investors, government, media, employees and other corporate stakeholders. This role also ensures potential reputational risks and issues are managed effectively and efficiently. It will also act as the lead eternal spokesperson for Ryman.

This role will ideally be based in Christchurch. This role will have relationships across multiple areas of Ryman including working with the Group CEO, Ryman Board of Directors, Senior Executive Team, New Zealand and Australian Leadership Team and external parties.

**What's in it for you?**

If you are the sort of person who loves working with a team of people who work to a clear purpose and have safety at the forefront of everything that they do, you'll love this role In addition, a career at Ryman offers:

- Ongoing support for professional development, with tailored leadership programmes
- Career progression opportunities
- Additional wellbeing leave and a flexible working policy
- A social and supportive team environment
- You will join an NZX Top 20 company with a strong purpose
- Access to over 60 discounts with well-known brands across a variety of sectors including; health and wellbeing, banking, insurance, and retail
- Free gym membership for onsite gym (Christchurch only)
- Convenient Ryman owned onsite café (Pioneers Café) with subsidised coffee and delicious food options

**Who are you?**
- You have proven experience working in a similar role within a large complex organisation, and preferably listed company experience.
- Able to think strategically and influence multiple stakeholders
- You enjoy thinking on your feet and working in a fast-paced environment
- Your positive attitude and optimism, are matched by your strong work ethic and desire to succeed
- A stickler for detail you are organised, like to plan and work to a high level of accuracy
- Values-driven and wants a career with purpose.

If you are interested in joining an organisation with a clear purpose and a commitment to innovation, kindness and excellence, we would love to hear from you

**_ Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means a job ad may close before the advertised close date._