Communications Manager

ABOUT HALTER At Halter, we’re on a mission to enable farmers and graziers to run the most productive and sustainable operations. Our customers are using Halter to break free from the time-intensive constraints of conventional practices. Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no dogs, no fences. Just a group of cattle walking at their own pace. People say it looks like magic. Our customers are revolutionizing grazing with Halter. It's changing lives and transforming an industry. People join Halter to do meaningful work. By joining us you’ll be solving challenging problems within a talented team and a culture built for high performance. Our team out-think, out-work and out-care. We’re committed to delivering real change in the world - this isn’t easy, and in truth, we love that it’s hard. We’re backed to deliver on a mission that matters by Tier 1 investors including Founders Fund https://foundersfund.com, Bessemer Venture Partners https://www.bvp.com/, BOND, https://www.bondcap.com/ DCVC https://www.dcvc.com/, Blackbird https://www.blackbird.vc/, Promus Ventures https://www.promusventures.com/, Rocket Lab’s Peter Beck and Icehouse ventures https://www.icehouseventures.co.nz/?utm_term=icehouse%20ventures&utm_campaign=Brand+Keywords&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=4064636360&hsa_cam=16902737884&hsa_grp=134004309485&hsa_ad=592971340272&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-1082530126230&hsa_kw=icehouse%20ventures&hsa_mt=b&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2v-gBhC1ARIsAOQdKY0J0DepRVFDmjQlAkJPbZuQnLSA5UVzUzOXYiPxkjX-SeVa513_BhkaAr-MEALw_wcB. To find out more, visit our LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/halter-limited & Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifeathalter/. ABOUT THE ROLE: The Communications Manager, USA will support and help build Halter’s communications presence in the United States. This is a hands-on role for a driven communicator excited to grow in a fast-paced agri-tech environment. You’ll execute proactive public relations that amplifies Halter’s story, support brand reputation across the country, and work closely with Halter’s US PR agency and marketing team. You will work closely with the US Director of Sales, US Marketing Lead, and the Strategic Communications team in New Zealand. This is an exciting opportunity to be an early team member in Halter’s most important growth market, with a clear pathway to grow your career as the company scales. WHAT YOUR DAY COULD LOOK LIKE: Media & Public Relations - Support the development and execution of US-focused communications strategies that raise Halter’s profile across agriculture, technology, and business media. - Build and nurture relationships with journalists, trade publications, and industry contacts. - Coordinate with Halter’s US PR agency day-to-day, supporting alignment between global messaging and local market needs. - Draft and coordinate press releases, media pitches, and customer success stories tied to Halter’s growth and product updates. Content & Messaging - Produce high-quality communications content including press releases, media kits, talking points, and social copy. - Help adapt Halter’s global brand messaging for the US market, ensuring it resonates with American ranchers and media. - Support spokespeople with media preparation materials and briefing documents. Crisis & Reputation Support - Assist in monitoring reputational risks in the US market and flagging issues to leadership in a timely manner. - Support the implementation of crisis communications protocols, helping coordinate fast and effective responses in US time zones. Stakeholder & Internal Communications - Help coordinate speaking engagements and profile-raising opportunities for US-based leaders. - Support internal communications for US teams, helping foster a strong sense of mission and culture. - Liaise with relevant government entities and NGO partners on any communications involving Halter. WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR: - A self