Channel Partner Lead - Access

Nau mai, haere mai. We’re Chorus. You may have already heard about us and know we’re the team empowering the digital future of Aotearoa with our ultra-fast fibre. We’re a talented bunch who are passionate about our purpose: Unleashing potential through connectivity. Enabling better futures for Aotearoa.  

Te Momo Tūranga | Contract:  Permanent Full Time

Te Wāhi | Where:   Auckland

Te Pūtake | Why we’re hiring: We’re stepping into our next chapter, aspiring toward 80% fibre uptake across the motu by 2030. With our new strategy providing the roadmap for what we’re working to achieve and how we’ll get there, opportunities are emerging as we seek to expand our capability and talent in new and different spaces. 

Te Whiwhinga Mahi | The Opportunity

If you’re looking for a career-defining role where you can inspire with influence and help shape the future of strategic partnerships, this is your opportunity.

As the Channel Partner Lead – Access at Chorus, you’ll work at the forefront of our business, managing high-value relationships with some of New Zealand’s most well-known retail brands. You’ll be the trusted face of Chorus to our largest channel partners—driving engagement and ensuring our priorities align to create impactful outcomes for both sides.

You’ll operate at a strategic level, working within a cross-functional squad model to push forward growth initiatives and represent partner needs internally, ensuring we deliver solutions that are both innovative and commercially viable.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on collaboration, influence, and leading strategic discussions. You’ll be supported by a small, expert team and have the autonomy to guide your portfolio with clarity and assurance, backed by strong internal relationships and shared goals. It’s a role where you’ll see the impact of your work every day—and where your voice really matters.

Ō Wheako, ō Pūkenga | Your Experience

We’re looking for a strategic relationship leader with experience managing high-value partnerships and guiding cross-functional initiatives. You’ll be assured influencing at all levels and thrive in a collaborative environment.

You’ll bring to the role:

Proven experience managing and growing strategic partnerships
A strategic mindset with a track record of delivering initiatives
Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience steering in cross-functional settings
Confidence navigating complex priorities and driving outcomes

Not sure that you meet all the requirements? If you still think you could be great for the role, we encourage you to apply! 

Mō mātou | About us 

We’re shaping a future where all New Zealanders are free to access opportunities that define their own lives, as we expand our network to help Aotearoa grow. 

With a new strategy in place and a powerful, inspiring purpose, Chorus is an exciting space right now. We’re on the path to moving from being the great network builder to being the great network operator. To do that, we embrace our mindsets: Be bold, ignite growth, Honour our past, reimagine our future, and Connect communities, empower people. We need people who not only embody these mindsets and the underpinning behaviours but who also inspire others to do the same. 

With our Chorus Care package benefits behind you, you’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside a caring, open-minded team in an environment that embraces diversity, encourages innovation, redefines flexibility, and offers an enviable work life balance. 

Nōu te mana | Work your way 

We know how to do hybrid working well and have been doing it for years and encourage you to find ways to work flexibly.  If it suits your circumstances and delivers great outcomes for Chorus – that’s when you know you’ve found the Flex@Chorus Sweet Spot! 

He Wāhi Whakaōrite Whiwhinga Mahi.  

We have a fair, inclusive and equitable culture where our differences are our strengths, we connect on shared values, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.  Please let us know of any accessibility requirements you would like us to consider to support you with your application. We know women are underrepresented in senior roles, and we want to change that.  If you’re a woman looking for your next step, in a company that genuinely supports your growth, has a flexible work culture and visible female leaders we’d encourage you to apply.  

Come be part of a new era at Chorus, apply today.

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