Icehouse Ventures is New Zealand's most active venture capital firm, backing 390+ Kiwi companies and investing over $800m since 2003. We are a team of 25+ who believe entrepreneurs and technology will create a brighter future for New Zealand – and we are looking for someone to help us tell that story.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Marketing Coordinator to join our marketing team, a role opening up as our current team member moves into an exciting new position within the business.

This is a hands-on, execution-focused role at the centre of how we show up across social media, email, events, and everything in between. You will have a natural knack for content and copywriting, be energised by the opportunity to tell stories from one of NZ’s most exciting founder and investor communities, and be equally happy doing the behind-the-scenes work that makes great marketing happen.

Ownership is at the heart of this role, from the social media content calendar and newsletters to event setup in HubSpot and keeping our brand consistently visible across multiple channels.

If you are someone who gets energy from making things happen, takes pride in the details and wants to contribute to something bigger, this role is for you.

More information about the role, Icehouse Ventures, and how to apply is below. Feel free to get in touch with any questions.

About the role:

Structure:
Full-time, in-person, and based in Auckland. This is an individual contributor role, reporting to the Head of Marketing. You will work closely with our Head of Design, Portfolio Community Manager(s), and Business Operations Manager.

Working style:
Icehouse Ventures thrives as a result of deep engagement by all of our 25+ person team. This role is best suited for someone who is optimistic, biases towards action, executes with care and consistency, and gets energy from being a part of a high-performing team.

We strive to build an ambitious team that embraces our values (below) and get joy out of the work we do, the founders and investors we support, and the great team that we have. Success for Icehouse Ventures is that team members can achieve their brightest futures as a result of contributing to the mission over the long term.

Our Values

Ambition – Constantly expand what’s possible.
Ownership – Invite accountability. Deliver brilliantly.
Humility – Demonstrate confidence through vulnerability.
Resilience – Persist beyond what’s comfortable.
Warmth – Make others’ lights shine brighter.

Role & Responsibilities:

Content & Social media: Own and execute the social media content calendar across LinkedIn and Instagram, writing copy, scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and reporting on performance. Repurpose events and campaigns into social content that reflects the Icehouse Ventures brand.

Email & Communications: Write, produce, and send investor and founder newsletters and event communications. Support the Head of Marketing with broader communications tasks and briefing as needed.

CRM & User Journeys: Build, segment, and clean contact lists in HubSpot, keeping our data accurate and actionable. Assist in improving customer journeys – from email nurture campaigns and digital touch points to web updates – so every interaction is timely and relevant.

Events Support: Own the HubSpot backend for all Icehouse Ventures events – RSVP workflows, confirmation emails, forms, and attendee list management. Support the organisation and running of events from invite to pack-down and post-event follow-up.

Brand & Operations: Keep our portfolio company pages and website content current. Handle merch sourcing, gifting, and surprise-and-delight moments. Document SOPs so our processes are repeatable and nothing lives only in someone's head.

Research and reporting: Track and report on marketing performance across social, email, and CRM, extracting insights that help inform marketing and wider initiatives.

Traits we anticipate will help you succeed

• A natural knack for storytelling and great copywriting, with experience writing short-form content and nailing brand tone and messaging.

• A bias towards action and ability to execute at pace without compromising the finer details.

• A strong desire to be exposed to and gain experience across a breadth of marketing areas/functions

• A creative mindset with the ability to generate innovative ideas and contribute to the development of engaging marketing initiatives

• A team player with a positive attitude that can flex between (literally) rolling up your sleeves to move furniture, and contributing to wider marketing initiatives

• A strong interest in startups, entrepreneurship, and investment

• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities

Ideal Experience(s):

• 1-2 years or more of post-qualification experience. Preferably in a startup or agency environment, although not required

• Knowledge of social media platforms and trends, and experience in growing community and developing, and planning and implementing impactful social media campaigns

• Have an eye for what looks good and be comfortable using Canva, CapCut or similar tools – including AI - to bring your content ideas to life

• Familiar with marketing technology, tools and platforms, including CRM and CSM system (we use HubSpot)

Employment Package

• Full time role, based in Auckland

• $65k - $85k

• 10% bonus based on KPIs

• Carry on IV funds (subject to vesting and carry terms)

• ESOP in Icehouse Ventures (subject to vesting and ESOP agreement)

• Base salary is exclusive of KiwiSaver

How to Apply

Email Christine below with your CV and a piece of social media content that tells us about you. Include why you were attracted to Icehouse Ventures’ mission and values, and how you amplify our story.

Any social media content format acceptable – this could be a static carousel, short-form video, LinkedIn article, or any other format that lets you show us how you think, execute and communicate.