Energy Partner at Meridian Energy

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales, Business Development, Customer Relationship Management, Contract Negotiation, Communication, Proactive Mindset, Adaptability, Problem Solving, Innovation, Customer Retention, Upselling, Cross-Selling, Pipeline Management, Team Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Flexibility

Industry

Utilities

Description

Company Description Mai te hiku ki te taurapa, whitikina e te rā From the tail of the fish to the tail of the waka, shines the sun At Meridian, we’re on a mission to make energy cleaner and cheaper for Aotearoa New Zealand. 100% of the energy we generate comes from renewable sources - wind, water and sun - because we believe that’s the best way forward for our planet and our communities. We’re doing what we can to help Aotearoa reduce its carbon emissions and supporting others in our communities to do the same. We serve around 400,000 customers and have big aspirations to deliver value to even more homes and businesses across Aotearoa through our two brands, Meridian and Powershop. Job Description Mō te tūranga | What you’ll be doing Committed to making energy cleaner and cheaper for Aotearoa New Zealand, our Retail structure is made up of a network of empowered teams, united by a shared purpose and clear goals, equipped with the skills and capabilities to deliver value to customers end to end. As an Energy Partner you will strongly contribute to the delivery of the Retail Business' growth strategy, by proactively driving a pipeline of new business, and providing value-add relationship management for opportunities within our portfolio of high value business customers. You will drive business growth and deliver exceptional value in every interaction to ensure customer satisfaction and retention. Other accountabilities include: Driving a pipeline of new business opportunities, developing, and implementing sales strategies to give Meridian the best possible chance of success. Managing a portfolio of business customers, including being responsible for uncovering the strategic opportunities. Focusing on retention by being a trusted advisor, identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities, and ensuring that customers continue to choose Meridian for their energy needs. Ensuring that all customer interactions drive growth for both the customer and Meridian. Leverage your expertise to align customer needs with Meridian’s product offerings, ensuring customer satisfaction. Contract negotiation and closing deals, ensuring that contracts are aligned with the company's strategic objectives and financial targets while meeting client expectations. Ngā painga ki a mātou | What we can offer We value work/life balance, so our WFH and flexible work options (where possible) make things easier for you and your whānau. We also offer: An attractive and competitive salary package that’s reviewed annually, performance-incentive plus discounts from several partnerships Southern Cross Healthcare - Wellbeing one insurance, funded scheme for eligible employees to give you that extra peace of mind Enhanced leave provisions: three company paid days (over the holiday period), enhanced parental leave and options to buy up to 12 days additional leave Life, trauma and income protection insurance (which we hope you won’t need!) Enhanced KiwiSaver contributions Access to the Meridian employee share scheme Excellent learning and development opportunities, we want you to be the best version of yourself and will help you get there! Award winning wellbeing programme that provides support whenever and wherever you need it Employee discounts off your power with Meridian, every bit counts a one-off $400 payment to support your work from home set-up (if needed) Ngā pukenga kei a koe mō tenei tūranga | What you’ll bring We are seeking a professional sales superstar with a stellar track record in business sales, and proven experience in driving growth and keeping customers happy. You’ll bring a proactive sales mindset with confidence in managing outbound calls, leading customer meetings, generating new business, and maintaining a robust pipeline to drive growth. As a relationship-building expert, you’ll be focused and determined to not only retain customers but also to discover how we can add extra value to their business with our innovative energy products. You’ll have exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, which allows you to convey information clearly and effectively to all audiences. To be successful in the role, you’ll be quick to learn and adaptable, ready to tackle changing circumstances, priorities, and business requirements with ease. Open to new ideas, approaches, and ways of working, you’ll continuously seek opportunities for improvement and innovation. Your flexibility and willingness to grow makes you a perfect fit for our dynamic team! He aha koe i hono mai ai ki a mātou? | Why join us? At Meridian, we believe in making people awesome. That means flexible working, a supportive team culture, and the opportunity to get stuck into meaningful work that makes a real difference. You’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that’s committed to sustainability, innovation, and inclusion. Tono mai ināianei tonu | Apply now All in all, we’re an awesome place to work. If this sounds like you and you want to bring your energy and use your power to make a difference (pun intended), then apply today and tell us why! To view the full Position Description please click here. We’re not necessarily looking for someone who ticks all the boxes (an elusive unicorn), so if you think you have what it takes but don't meet every requirement in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply! If you have any general enquiries, please email [email protected] and one of our team will get back to you. We're committed to being accessible and providing support if needed, please get in touch via email or phone if there are any parts of our process you would like assistance with (process found here meridianenergy.co.nz/careers), we’re more than happy to help. This role is based in Christchurch. Advertising closes at 11:59pm on 6 November 2025 (please note this may be subject to change).

Responsibilities

As an Energy Partner, you will drive a pipeline of new business opportunities and manage a portfolio of high-value business customers. You will focus on customer retention and satisfaction while aligning customer needs with Meridian’s product offerings.