Licence Coordinator

**Ko wai matou? Who are we?**:
Zespri is more than simply the world’s single-largest marketer of kiwifruit. We like to think of ourselves as fruit on a mission and as rebels with a cause: to help people, communities and the environment around the world thrive through the goodness of kiwifruit. We are proudly the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, selling kiwifruit in more than 50 countries. We work with around 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the best-quality Zespri Kiwifruit which we supply through our distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers. We are one of New Zealand’s best-known international brands, dedicated to creating sustainable long-term value for growers.

**He aha te mahi? What’s the role?**:
A crucial part of our Grower Services team, the Licence Coordinator will be responsible for the management, reporting, administration, issuing and auditing of New Zealand Zespri proprietary licences. Zespri undertakes an annual licence release which could release up to 1,100 hectares of Zespri SunGold, and RubyRed licences each year. In addition to this, there are new varieties currently being trialled and likely to be scheduled to be released over the coming years adding to the overall licensed varieties to be managed.

The Licence coordinator’s task of audit investigation and resolution is vital to the current 2,242 orchards that grow SunGold and RubyRed kiwifruit across New Zealand, this is to ensure that the rules are adhered to in order to protect the PVR (Plant Variety Rights) and the investment made by New Zealand kiwifruit growers. Over 800 GPS audits and 650 physical audits are processed annually. This figure will increase as more licence is released to the industry in the coming years and the value of licences also increase. Please note, this is a 14 month fixed term contract due to an internal secondment.

The core responsibilities of the role will include;
- To be responsible for the management, reporting, administration, authentication, issuing and auditing of New Zealand Zespri proprietary licences.
- Create respectable working relationships with internal and external stake holders (mapping providers, legal consultants, post-harvest facilities and banks) in order to deliver an efficient and accurate licence maintenance process.
- Undertaking all financial related aspects of licence debts including debt collection, allocation of payments, authorisation of invoices and credit notes.
- Maintain accurate and descriptive contact records of customer licence queries and information requests through the Client Relationship management system (CRM).

**Ko wai koe? Who are you?**:
You will have a strong administration background, with sound communication and organisation skills. You will also meet the following selection criteria:

- Legal administration/contract management experience
- Solid written and verbal skills
- Diverse and critical thinker
- High competency to understand and review legal/contracts/property documentation
- Highly developed computer skills (Word, Advanced Excel, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics Tools)
- Highly adaptable to ever changing circumstances

**He aha e tika ai a Zespri? Why Zespri?**:
Our people are what makes our culture so irresistible and uniquely Zespri. We are a passionate and mighty team of 900+ employees in 23 different locations globally. Working at Zespri is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, culture-driven environment unlike any other. We want people who share our values of being personally connected, results-driven, and committed to guardianship. Join us in shaping our future and be part of a truly unique organisation.
- Competitive overall remuneration package, including a Short-Term Incentive scheme opportunity.
- FlexWELL flexible work ethos; WFH & the office.
- Additional paid annual leave day per year (Zespri Day).
- Additional paid volunteer day to volunteer within your community (Volunteer Time).
- Global Life and Permanent Disability Insurance.
- Group Medical Insurance benefits.
- Convenient Mount Maunganui office location, with free onsite parking.
- Your daily dose of Vitamin C with free kiwifruit