Business Support Lead
Date: 28 May 2026
Location: Auckland, NZ, 1010
Company: New Zealand Rugby Union Incorporated
Business Support Lead
Support the Chief Commercial Officer and wider Commercial team through an exciting period for rugby!
We’re looking for a highly capable Business Support Lead to provide executive, operational and project support across our Commercial team. In this role, you’ll be the trusted right hand to the Chief Commercial Officer, a key support to the NZRC Board Chair, and an essential connector for the wider organisation. This role is 12-month fixed term parental leave cover.
About this role
You will help to keep a high profile commercial portfolio running smoothly, managing calendars, travel, meetings and comms. You support the NZRC Board Chair with organised, high quality admin, ensure budgets stay on track, and keep commercial projects moving by aligning timelines, tracking progress and preparing updates. At the centre of it all, you act as the key organiser across people, priorities and initiatives so the Commercial team stays connected and performing well.
About you
You bring experience providing high level executive support, working effectively with Boards, senior leaders and cross functional teams. You are happy to coordinate multiple projects at the same time, stay on top of complex schedules and priorities, and you bring excellent communication skills and professional maturity. You can work independently, use sound judgement and consistently deliver high quality work in an exciting, evolving sports environment.
This role requires flexibility and the ability to support international stakeholders across time zones, particularly during peak commercial and touring periods.
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)
• Fixed Term opportunity for 12 months
• 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, Sunday 7 June 2026
>> For a copy of the position description, click here
>> This role is 12-month fixed term parental leave cover.
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.