Broadcast Relations & Analytics Manager
Date: 3 Jul 2026
Location: Auckland, NZ, 1010 Wellington, NZ, 6011
Company: New Zealand Rugby Union Incorporated
Broadcaster Relations & Analytics Manager
This is your chance to help shape how New Zealand and the world see our game.
At New Zealand Rugby, the game is only as strong as the connection fans have with it, and for a lot of fans, that connection starts on screen. We're looking for a Broadcaster Relations & Analytics Manager to sit at the heart of that connection, working across our broadcast partnerships and the data that shapes them, based in Wellington or Auckland and reporting to the General Manager Content & Broadcast.
About the Role
You'll be the link between NZR and our domestic and international broadcast partners, leading partner reviews and planning sessions to keep our priorities front and centre. From there, you'll manage deliverables against contractual commitments and look for new ways to grow reach. Using audience data and market benchmarking, you'll shape reporting for rights negotiations, executive and board reporting, and the broader team's sponsorship and fan engagement work. You'll build and maintain the analytics framework and dashboards that track audience size, engagement and viewing behaviour across platforms, dig into viewing patterns and retention trends to uncover what's driving tune-in, and work with partners and production teams to keep improving the on-screen product for rugby audiences here and abroad.
About You
You'll bring at least five years' experience in broadcast, media, sports or entertainment analytics, with a track record managing commercial partnerships and turning complex data into clear, actionable insight. You're comfortable across Excel or Google Sheets, dashboarding tools, and ideally have some exposure to SQL and broadcast measurement platforms such as Nielsen or OzTAM. You know how to tell a story with data, not just present it, and you're just as confident briefing an exec team as you are managing a broadcast partner relationship. A genuine interest in rugby and the part broadcast plays in growing the game will help you thrive here - you'll be shaping how fans across Aotearoa and beyond experience the sport.
About Us
At NZR we love what we do, we work hard and have fun! You’ll be joining a team of awesome people who are passionate about the game and each other, and you’ll be backed with support to thrive in your role. We know that life isn’t all about work, so we are open to flexible working options.
We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to improving our cultural responsiveness. We embrace and respect each other’s values and we are so proud to be Rainbow Tick certified. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life.
What we offer (benefits)
• Learn & Grow Your Career | Flexible Work Environment
• Receive Rugby Tickets | Sports Apparel | Discounts
• Wellbeing | 5 weeks Annual Leave | Social Club
Apply Now
If you are looking to join a fantastic group of people and think you have what it takes, then don’t delay, submit your CV and cover letter now! Don’t wait until the closing date to apply as we will be reviewing applications as we go.
>> Applications close at 5:00pm Wednesday 15 July
>> For a copy of the position description, click here
>> We welcome applicants from Auckland or Wellington
To be considered for this position you must be legally entitled to work in Aotearoa New Zealand and obtain a clear MOJ check.
Studies have shown that people from under-represented backgrounds, including women, are less likely to apply for roles where they don't match the job description criteria exactly. If you're excited about this role and think you have what it takes, but your experience doesn't align 100%, we still want to hear from you and would encourage you to apply.
Our recruitment process is fair and inclusive and we encourage our applicants to let us know if we can make it more user-friendly for them. We value diverse perspectives and the contribution every one of our people makes to our culture. Put simply - you can be yourself here.