Community and Events Specialist

• Be part of a workplace our people genuinely rate as a Great Place to Work®
• Join a high trust, high engagement workplace with a strong track record of retaining and developing talent
• Permanent, full-time, Hamilton

Are you a people-person with a knack for bringing ideas to life? Thrive on creating memorable events and connecting with others? We’re on the hunt for a dynamic Community and Events Specialist to join our energetic team supporting our members in Central North Island.

ABOUT THE ROLE - MO TE TUNGA

In this role, you’ll create standout experiences for members by planning engaging events both online and in person, supporting member groups, and injecting your expertise into every occasion. You’ll also get hands-on with your marketing and communication skills to make each event memorable, connect with a wide range of stakeholders to keep a finger on the pulse of what members value, and ensure our events stay fresh and relevant.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Be the relationship maestro - juggling connections with partners inside and out!
• Plan, promote, and deliver events from start to finish - making every gathering unforgettable!
• Spark buzz with local comms and social media magic!
• Keep member groups and committees running like a well-oiled machine.
• Jump in to support business partners and wow our members every day.
• Own our CRM and digital platforms – drive member engagement and streamline events with digital flair.

ABOUT YOU - HE KORERO MOU

You will be the heart of our member experience. You will also bring:

• Experience in end-to-end event delivery, community engagement, and stakeholder management (with a passion for awesome events!)
• A growth mindset, a flexible approach, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks with ease.
• Stellar communication skills - whether you’re chatting face-to-face, online, or over the phone.
• Relationship-building skills with a diverse crowd (bonus points for Salesforce or similar CRM know-how!).
• You thrive on curiosity - always eager to learn, grow, and keep your thinking sharp and innovative!

ABOUT US - HE KORERO MO MATOU

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) represent more than 140,000 financial professionals, supporting them to make a difference in the communities in which they work and live. We are committed to advancing the profession through high ethical standards, delivering world class services and education, and advocating for the public good. Guided by our purpose and values, we aspire to be a magnet for diverse talent, equip our members for success, and lead the way in sustainability, innovation, and trust in business and finance.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU - NOU TE ROUROU

At CA ANZ, we’re committed to fostering a workplace that reflects our values of collaboration, integrity, diversity and accountability. As part of our ambition to attract diverse talent and build an adaptive, member centric organisation, we’re proud to be certified as both a Great Place to Work® and Family Inclusive Workplace™ reflecting the genuine experiences of our people.
We actively support your work–life wellbeing through leading policies and practices, including flexible work arrangements, parental leave and carer support—helping you thrive both at work and at home.

In addition, you’ll enjoy:

• Opportunities to grow your career through inspiring learning and development pathways
• A flexible hybrid work model that balances autonomy with the benefits of in-person collaboration
• Enjoy the end of year break with 2 additional paid leave days (subject to annual approval)
• Grow your skills and future with unlimited access to LinkedIn learning
• The chance to contribute to meaningful work that creates real impact for people across Aotearoa and Australia

HOW TO APPLY - ME PEHEA TE TONO

Simply select APPLY NOW and submit your application today. Applications close Thursday, 20 August 2026.

CA ANZ welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Maori, Pasifika, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, and people who are diverse in gender and sexuality.

Please note: We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role. Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.