Senior Marketing Executive (Parental Leave Cover)

About the opportunity 

Step into a pivotal marketing role at a time of exciting growth for First Table. We’re on the lookout for a savvy and strategic marketer to lead and execute core marketing activity while our Senior Marketing Executive is on parental leave. This is a 7-month fixed-term opportunity based in our Queenstown head office (or remotely from Auckland for the right person).

You’ll play a hands-on role in delivering campaigns across New Zealand, Australia, and the UK, supported by a talented offshore team and connected to our wider global marketing function. While this is a fixed-term opportunity, we’re in growth mode, longer-term opportunities may lie ahead with our success.

About us

At First Table, our vision is simple: to be the first place diners go to book a table.

Proudly established in Queenstown, New Zealand - where our head office is based -  we've been leading the charge in the hospitality tech industry for over a decade, with operations spanning New Zealand, Australia, and the UK. 

First Table is a dining discovery platform that connects diners to restaurants through their love of food.  Through our clever tech, we help restaurants get their night off to a great start and give diners a compelling reason to try somewhere new. It’s a win-win situation. From early bird offers to last table reservations, we make discovering and booking great dining experiences fast, easy, and rewarding.

At the heart of everything we do are our values: Grow Together, Win-Win-Win, and Own It.  These guide how we show up for each other, our restaurant partners, and our diners — and they’re a big part of what makes First Table a great place to work.

About the role

You’ll join a tight-knit, high-performing team where creativity, execution, and impact go hand in hand. This is a rare chance to lead, contribute, and grow — all while shaping how First Table shows up across three dynamic markets.

• Leadership: Inspire and lead our offshore marketing support team, ensuring timely and efficient execution of all business-as-usual activities aligned with First Table’s brand standards.

• Strategy execution: Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Manager to develop and execute marketing strategies for New Zealand, Australia, and the UK.

• Partnership development: Collaborate directly with our restaurant partners, commercial team and marketing teams to identify and action partnership opportunities — from B2B restaurant activations to promotional tie-ins that help us reach new diners and drive growth.

• Brand advocacy: Build relationships with brand advocates and media,to promote the First Table story through PR and collaborations.

• Content creation: Write compelling, story-driven copy for digital channels, including email marketing, websites, social media, paid media, giveaways, blogs, and PR.

• Campaign innovation: Support A/B testing for copy and campaign assets with the marketing and product teams to improve results.

• Global collaboration: Work closely with our UK and Philippines-based marketing team to ensure cohesive global campaigns. While this role is typically 9–5 NZT, occasional flexibility may be required for collaboration across time zones.

• Audience growth: Assist in establishing partnerships to engage new audience segments while maintaining alignment with First Table’s brand guidelines and tone of voice.

What you will bring

• Proven experience in a similar marketing, copywriting, or B2B/B2C role

• Experience leading a team and/or workflows (preferred) 

• A team-focused approach with the proven ability to provide constructive feedback

• A tertiary qualification in marketing, communications, or a related field (preferred)

• Excellent copywriting skills with an eye for detail and storytelling 

• Ability to adapt and solve complex problems in innovative ways 

• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple campaigns whilst meeting tight deadlines

• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, evolving work environment

• The ability to inspire those around you and keep an upbeat team culture 

• Familiarity with CMS (such as Silverstripe) and analytics tools is a bonus

Why you’ll love working with us

• Creative full-time role (preferably based in Queenstown) with a respected, growing brand that’s making waves across NZ, AU, and the UK.

• Being part of a supportive, high-performing marketing function where knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement are part of the everyday. You’ll be surrounded by talented people who love what they do and who’ll raise the bar with you.

• The chance to grow your portfolio and skill set through global marketing execution, campaign design, and cross-market collaboration.

• Free First Table bookings as a team member perk - perfect for fellow food lovers

• Being part of a purpose-led, award-winning brand that champions exceptional dining experiences and values creativity, collaboration and growth. 

• Our Queenstown-based team enjoy a hybrid work model (currently two WFH days per week), a fun office vibe, and an active social club

What are the next steps?

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy collaboration, and have a passion for storytelling and driving results, we’d love to hear from you!

Please submit your application, including your CV and a brief cover letter, via SEEK now. Cover letters provide valuable insights for our Hiring Managers, so let us know what excites you about this opportunity, and why you’d be the perfect fit.  We’ll be reviewing and progressing applications as they come in, so don’t wait to submit your application.

Things to keep in mind: 

• We’re aiming for an early to mid-September start date to allow for a smooth handover.

• This is a 7-month fixed-term parental leave cover.

• The role is ideally based in our Queenstown head office, but remote work from Auckland will be considered for the right candidate.

• You’ll need to have existing rights to work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.