PEOPLE & CULTURE

MARKETING, COMMUNICATIONS & ENGAGEMENT

Great marketing, communications, engagement, and sales talent can transform an organisation — and having the right people in place is critical. At Momentum, we partner closely with you to understand your brand, goals, and audiences, ensuring we connect you with high-calibre professionals who can deliver meaningful impact. Whether you’re seeking permanent leadership or specialist contract expertise, we combine proven executive search methodologies with contemporary sourcing strategies to secure talent that fits.

We support organisations across Aotearoa — central and local government, NGO and Not-For-Profit sectors, NZX-listed companies, and privately owned businesses. With a national footprint and a highly regarded team of experienced consultants based around the country, we bring strong networks, deep market knowledge, and local insight to every appointment.


Our capability spans the full spectrum of the function: from CMO, GM and senior leadership roles through to Digital Specialists, Senior Advisors, Content Creators, Campaign Managers, Engagement Leads, Sales Managers and Business Development professionals. We understand the wide range of skills required in this space — including strategic and corporate communications, media and issues management, brand and digital strategy, internal and external comms, social media, campaign delivery, stakeholder and community engagement, behaviour change, sales strategy, customer acquisition, and relationship management.


With a dedicated national focus and specialist expertise across Marketing, Communications, Engagement, and Sales recruitment, we help you build high-performing teams that strengthen reputation, drive commercial outcomes, and create meaningful connections with the audiences and customers who matter most.

Our specialists

Auckland

Wellington

SEASONAL DEMANDS

Businesses often require extra manpower during peak seasons or specific times of the year, such as holidays or busy periods, to handle increased workload efficiently without committing to permanent hires.

SPECIAL PROJECTS OR EVENTS

Companies undertake short-term projects or events that demand additional resources or specialized skills. Temporary employees can be brought in to support these endeavors without long-term obligations.

EMPLOYEE ABSENCES OR LEAVES

Unforeseen absences due, for example, to illness or parental leave can leave gaps in the workforce. Temp employees can fill in these roles, ensuring the continuity of operations until permanent solutions are found.

The type of roles we recruit

Communications:


  • GM Communications
  • Communications Manager
  • Senior Communications Advisor
  • Communications Advisor
  • Media Manager
  • Media Advisor
  • PR / Public Affairs Manager
  • Internal Communications Manager
  • Internal Communications Advisor
  • Content Writer / Content Producer
  • Corporate Communications Specialist

 


Marketing:


  • GM Marketing
  • Marketing Manager
  • Senior Marketing Advisor
  • Marketing Advisor
  • Digital Marketing Manager
  • Digital Marketing Specialist
  • Social Media Manager
  • Campaign Manager
  • Brand Manager
  • Content Marketing Manager
  • CRM / Marketing Automation Specialist
  • Marketing Coordinator

 


Engagement:


  • GM Engagement
  • Engagement Manager
  • Senior Engagement Advisor
  • Engagement Advisor
  • Community Engagement Advisor
  • Stakeholder Engagement Advisor
  • Iwi Engagement Advisor
  • Behaviour Change Specialist
  • Partnership Manager

 


Sales:


  • GM Sales
  • Sales Manager
  • Account Manager
  • Senior Account Manager
  • Business Development Manager
  • Sales Executive / Sales Representative
  • Key Account Manager
  • Customer Success Manager
  • Territory Manager


Organisations we sponsor & support

Our process

  • 1. CLIENT BRIEFING & MARKET RESEARCH

    We build our understanding of your organisation and develop a complete overview of the role. We complete a thorough search of potential candidates, from within the Momenlum database and other sources.

  • 2. ADVERTISING

    We customise an advertising campaign for each of our clients that differs depending on their requirements. We utilise multiple job boards such as Seek and Linkedln, social media channels and platforms to build our long list.

  • 3. SCREENING

    From our applications list we screen the candidates with a 20-30 minute phone conversation to gauge communication style, relevant experience and organisational fit.

  • 4. LONGLIST DISCUSSION

    We present the 5 to 10 most suitable candidate's curriculum vitae and cover letter (if included), and discuss our conversations and their background with you to determine your preferences.

  • 5. INTERNAL INTERVIEW

    We invite the preferred candidates in for a full competency-based interview, helping us to realise a candidate's capability and expertise.

  • 6. SHORTLIST PRESENTATION

    Together with you, we agree and finalise the short list of candidates, and liaise with you to set up interviews.

  • 7. PROBITY CHECKS

    We complete full probity checks on all candidates that are moving forward in the process. This includes criminal, credit (if required) and qualification checks. We have a priority relationship with Ministry of Justice, meaning our criminal checks are returned within 2 to 3 days.

  • 8. PSYCHOMETRIC ASSESSMENT

    Recommended for senior leadership roles, ensuring well-rounded understanding of a candidate's abilities (before or after client interviews) and before reference checks because often these inform further interview and referee questions exploring key areas in more depth.

  • 9. REFERENCE CHECKS

    We typically complete two to three verbal reference checks on candidates to assist with the selection process. This can be tailored for specific role competencies or to probe any areas of interest or concern after the completion of Psychometric Assessment.

  • 10. OFFER, NEGOTIATION & ONBOARDING

    We present the offer and negotiate with the selected candidate.