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Ko mātou tēnei – our organisation

At One New Zealand, our purpose is to unlock the magic of technology to create an awesome Aotearoa. We’re focusing on investing more into simpler and better products and services, to make things even better for New Zealanders.

We are also proudly Rainbow Tick certified and champion diversity of thought, perspective and background. We offer a friendly and open environment with leading flexible working practices that help people maintain a personal and professional balance that works for them and their whānau.
Uia mai koe te pātai, he aha te mea nui o tēnei ao? Māku koe e kii atu he tangata, he tangata, he tangata.

“If you asked me, what is the greatest thing in this world, I would say it is people, it is people, it is people.”

Ko tō tūranga – your role

This senior role will be responsible for leading our design practice in defining exceptional customer experiences for existing and new customer journeys! Our Lead CX Designer will be responsible for leading and supporting our designers on multiple projects to gather, develop and maintain a deep understanding of customer needs and will use Human Centered Design tools to solve customer problems.

This will be a fantastic opportunity for a CX Thought Leader to take ownership of shaping and driving our customer experience strategy as we move forward as One NZ! You will direct ambitious and complex design projects, elevate the use of data driven insights to inform strategy while also mentoring and building capability within our design practice and our larger business.

Ko tō mahi – what you’ll do

• Lead and set the direction of our design practice by taking a data driven and insight lead approach; translating the data into actionable insight and strategy and setting the narrative within the business for the research required.
• Bring a deep expertise of Design to educate the business and upskill understanding of design, running ideation sessions and workshops to help challenge assumptions, think outside the box and achieve our goals bringing stakeholders on a journey.

• Effectively lead the delivery of ambitious and complex projects supported by a collaborative team. Form strong relationships with all key stakeholders, leading multiple larger projects with external clients or key internal stakeholders.
• Regularly champion, practice and ensure the use of best practice human centered design approaches amongst the Design practice and the wider team.
• Challenge the design team and key stakeholders to use better data across projects, and work collaboratively with data experts to surface that data.
• Informally manage designers, contractors, suppliers and agency to build capability and ensure the best project outcomes.

Na tōu rourou – what you’ll bring

• Strong experience overseeing multiple design projects ensuring best practice execution and high-quality outputs.
• Experience executing simple through to complex qualitative and quantitative customer research.
• A track record in synthesising research outputs effectively and communicating key messages to stakeholders using both visual and verbal mediums to present back findings.
• Ability to effectively manage large groups of stakeholders including senior and executive leadership.
• Strong influencing skills with the ability to drive engagement of design in strategic business conversations and delivery of key initiatives.

Nā mātou te rourou – what you’ll get

• One New Zealand is leading the way by ensuring you can have a truly balanced life. Most roles allow flexibility to work from home and flex your hours to enjoy work & family commitments.
• A fully subsidised Southern Cross health insurance cover for you and your family.
• 4% KiwiSaver employer contribution, an extra 1% more than the statutory minimum.
• Laptop, unlimited data plan, market leading cell-phone for business or personal use.
• Lifestyle leave where you can purchase an extra week or two of annual leave.
• Discounts on One New Zealand products, services and much more!

At One New Zealand, we have a clear purpose to unlock the magic of technology to create an awesome Aotearoa. We’ve got Heart, showing up as our best selves in every situation. We have the Grit to deliver a radically better world for our customers. We embrace the Freedom to shape the future, creating a more progressive, more inclusive Aotearoa.

Joining the One New Zealand whānau will stretch you, challenge you and provide opportunities you’ve been seeking to expand your career. You’ll engage in unique workplace experiences, be exposed to exciting and innovative technology, and gain opportunities for learning beyond Aotearoa.

Tū hikitia rā, tū hāpainga. Tū hāpainga, tū hikitia rā.

We stand to uplift, to support and to elevate others.