Student Liaison Officer
- Lincoln University
- New Zealand
- Aug 25, 2026
Job Description:
Love people, networking and travel? Join Lincoln University to connect with future students and promote exciting study pathways.
Mō te tūka | The role
Are you a natural connector with a knack for sales and relationship-building? Join our Student Liaison team and inspire future students to choose Lincoln University!
You’ll visit schools, attend events, and engage with communities, employers, and students to showcase our unique study opportunities across the land-based sector.
What you'll love about this role:
- Fun & energetic team: Work alongside passionate people who love what they do.
- Travel adventures: Explore New Zealand and attend events.
- Networking goldmine: Meet people from diverse industries and backgrounds.
- No two days are the same: Mix of travel, planning, and engaging with future students and stakeholders.
- Skill booster: Grow your sales, recruitment, and networking expertise.
- Make an impact: Help students discover their dream study path and future career in the land based sector!
This is a highly relationship-focused role where you'll represent Lincoln University in schools, communities and at events, helping to grow awareness of our programmes and strengthen engagement with Māori and Pasifika learners.
Mahi & Wāhi / Utu | Work pattern, location & salary
This permanent role is based at our Lincoln Campus and works 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE). The salary is fixed at $81,000 per annum.
Kā tino Pūkeka/Whēako | Essential skills/experience for the role
You will bring:
- At least three years' experience in relationship management, sales, advisory or a similar customer-focused role.
- Confidence presenting to and engaging with a wide range of audiences.
- Strong relationship-building, communication and customer service skills.
- The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
- Excellent organisational skills, initiative and problem-solving ability, with the resilience to manage competing priorities.
- A full, clean New Zealand Driver's Licence and the flexibility to travel extensively (approximately 12 weeks per year), including occasional evening and weekend work.
- Competency in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga would be an advantage.
Kā hua ka riro ki a koe | What's in it for you?
Join a supportive, inclusive community that values diversity, wellbeing, and professional growth. Benefits include:
- Flexible, family‑friendly work + free on‑site parking
- Professional development & mentorship to grow your career
- Generous leave entitlements –six weeks of paid leave per year (based on 1.0 FTE)
- Annual salary reviews to recognise your contribution
- Contributions toward eye tests and prescription eyewear
- Free, confidential wellbeing support through Clearhead (EAP)
- Southern Cross employee benefits
- Access to on‑campus gym with discounted membership
- On‑site early childhood centre with staff discounts
- A vibrant campus lifestyle with cafés, green spaces, and a sense of community
Mō mātou | About us
Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki | Lincoln University is a specialist institution dedicated to impactful research and higher education that supports land-based industries in New Zealand and globally.
Our campus sits at the heart of the Lincoln research precinct, complemented by university-owned farms and research stations that blend education, research, and hands-on learning. At Lincoln, students are at the heart of everything we do, empower them to grow their potential and contribute to a more sustainably productive world through world-class teaching and research.
As a progressive university with an ambitious vision, we value a professional workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. Our staff engage with students, parents, government, iwi, and external stakeholders, upholding Lincoln University’s reputation through their work.
Our Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments begin with mana whenua. We honour our special relationship with Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki and Te Taumutu Rūnanga, embedded in our He Tūtohinga Whakamātau | Charter of Understanding.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
Ready to apply? Submit your CV and a cover letter that highlights your fit - tell us why you want this role and what motivates you to join Lincoln University.
Applications received via email will not be considered, however specific enquiry relating to the role can be made to [email protected] or [email protected]
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community where everyone feels valued and supported, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
We are only considering applicants who have current unrestricted legal working rights in New Zealand. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Apply now – we will review applications as they are received and may close the advertising early.
View the position description at: https://careers.lincoln.ac.nz
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Job Description:
Love people, networking and travel? Join Lincoln University to connect with future students and promote exciting study pathways.
Mō te tūka | The role
Are you a natural connector with a knack for sales and relationship-building? Join our Student Liaison team and inspire future students to choose Lincoln University!
You’ll visit schools, attend events, and engage with communities, employers, and students to showcase our unique study opportunities across the land-based sector.
What you'll love about this role:
- Fun & energetic team: Work alongside passionate people who love what they do.
- Travel adventures: Explore New Zealand and attend events.
- Networking goldmine: Meet people from diverse industries and backgrounds.
- No two days are the same: Mix of travel, planning, and engaging with future students and stakeholders.
- Skill booster: Grow your sales, recruitment, and networking expertise.
- Make an impact: Help students discover their dream study path and future career in the land based sector!
This is a highly relationship-focused role where you'll represent Lincoln University in schools, communities and at events, helping to grow awareness of our programmes and strengthen engagement with Māori and Pasifika learners.
Mahi & Wāhi / Utu | Work pattern, location & salary
This permanent role is based at our Lincoln Campus and works 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE). The salary is fixed at $81,000 per annum.
Kā tino Pūkeka/Whēako | Essential skills/experience for the role
You will bring:
- At least three years' experience in relationship management, sales, advisory or a similar customer-focused role.
- Confidence presenting to and engaging with a wide range of audiences.
- Strong relationship-building, communication and customer service skills.
- The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
- Excellent organisational skills, initiative and problem-solving ability, with the resilience to manage competing priorities.
- A full, clean New Zealand Driver's Licence and the flexibility to travel extensively (approximately 12 weeks per year), including occasional evening and weekend work.
- Competency in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga would be an advantage.
Kā hua ka riro ki a koe | What's in it for you?
Join a supportive, inclusive community that values diversity, wellbeing, and professional growth. Benefits include:
- Flexible, family‑friendly work + free on‑site parking
- Professional development & mentorship to grow your career
- Generous leave entitlements –six weeks of paid leave per year (based on 1.0 FTE)
- Annual salary reviews to recognise your contribution
- Contributions toward eye tests and prescription eyewear
- Free, confidential wellbeing support through Clearhead (EAP)
- Southern Cross employee benefits
- Access to on‑campus gym with discounted membership
- On‑site early childhood centre with staff discounts
- A vibrant campus lifestyle with cafés, green spaces, and a sense of community
Mō mātou | About us
Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki | Lincoln University is a specialist institution dedicated to impactful research and higher education that supports land-based industries in New Zealand and globally.
Our campus sits at the heart of the Lincoln research precinct, complemented by university-owned farms and research stations that blend education, research, and hands-on learning. At Lincoln, students are at the heart of everything we do, empower them to grow their potential and contribute to a more sustainably productive world through world-class teaching and research.
As a progressive university with an ambitious vision, we value a professional workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. Our staff engage with students, parents, government, iwi, and external stakeholders, upholding Lincoln University’s reputation through their work.
Our Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments begin with mana whenua. We honour our special relationship with Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki and Te Taumutu Rūnanga, embedded in our He Tūtohinga Whakamātau | Charter of Understanding.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
Ready to apply? Submit your CV and a cover letter that highlights your fit - tell us why you want this role and what motivates you to join Lincoln University.
Applications received via email will not be considered, however specific enquiry relating to the role can be made to [email protected] or [email protected]
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community where everyone feels valued and supported, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
We are only considering applicants who have current unrestricted legal working rights in New Zealand. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Apply now – we will review applications as they are received and may close the advertising early.
View the position description at: https://careers.lincoln.ac.nz
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