General Manager Office of the Chief Executive Who are we Meridian is an electricity generator and retailer powering more than 440 000 homes farms and businesses in New Zealand and Australia All our electricity is generated from 100 renewable sources wind water and sun We believe it s the only way forward for the future of our planet Our purpose is clean energy for a fairer and healthier world It s at the heart of our business a guiding principle for everything we do We re proud supporters of KidsCan and the Department of Conservation K k p Recovery Programme And we give back to the communities around our wind farms and hydro stations through our Power Up community fund We have a superb culture where hard work dedication and having a good time are vital We re diverse inclusive and flexible enabling a better work life balance We re proud to hold the Rainbow Tick and be a member of Diversity Works NZ At Meridian we welcome all differences and our people can expect to be treated with respect and empathy every day Like what we stand for Read on What you ll do Our wonderful GM of the Office of the Chief Executive has moved across the ditch as the new Chief Executive of Meridian Energy Australia and Powershop Australia so we are looking for someone to fill Jason s shoes As a member of our Group Executive Team our GM OCE s responsibilities are wide and varied contributing to our strategy while ensuring that our organisation is working together to achieve success and deliver on our promises You ll also be responsible for leading our company secretarial legal government relations and regulatory functions and internal and external communication strategies Importantly you ll look after our sustainability framework and collaborate with the business to ensure it s at the heart of all our decisions because our planet depends on it We re looking for a leader who understands that access to energy is at the heart of the world s future but if that happens at the expense of the environment there is no future What you ll bring to the table You ll love a challenge possess high EQ and be known for your exceptional collaboration skills and leadership ability You ll also have a strong track record working in a listed company as General Counsel or within Corporate Affairs Experience in the electricity industry or one with a complex regulatory environment is very helpful but not essential For more information download the job description from meridian co nz careers Then tell us why you re an awesome fit for Meridian and this role Include a cover letter with your CV and apply now You can also contact Tania Palmer Chief People Officer to discuss the role further Tania Palmer Meridianenergy co nz
