Digital Workplace Specialist
As part of FMG's technology and information management journey, we have an opportunity based in our Wellington (or Palmerston North) office and reporting to the Head of Information Management for a Digital Workplace Specialist.
About FMG
Since 1905, FMG has had its roots firmly planted in rural New Zealand, which is why you will find that we are different when it comes to Insurance. Now over 100 years later, we are still 100% New Zealand owned and the country's leading rural insurance specialist.As a mutual we invest profits back into the business to keep our premiums competitive and continue to provide outstanding service for clients. As an employer, we invest in our people to foster a working environment that promotes achievement and celebrates success.
About the Role
Leveraging FMG's digital tools and platforms, this role focuses on helping our people collaborate effectively, work smarter, and quickly access the information and knowledge they need. As a Digital Workplace Specialist, you'll champion Microsoft 365 and emerging AI capabilities like Copilot, turning strategy into practical solutions that simplify work and enhance the employee experience.
Key responsibilities include:
- Championing the use of M365 tools (e.g. Teams, SharePoint, and Copilot) to deliver productivity gains and enable new ways of working.
- Contributing to strategy and best practice for managing FMG's intranet and semi-structured electronic information.
- Partnering with business units to maintain intranet integrity and optimise collaboration.
- Providing expertise and advice on leveraging the M365 suite for efficiency and knowledge sharing.
- Understanding business information assets and ensuring compliance with best practice.
- Delivering ongoing training and support to embed information and knowledge management practices across FMG.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Strong experience with the Microsoft 365 product suite, especially productivity and collaboration tools like Teams and SharePoint.
- Knowledge of Information Management and Knowledge Management principles, with an ability to apply these in practical ways.
- Proven problem-solving skills and a solutions-oriented mindset.
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills to support and engage stakeholders.
- Ability to deliver training and guidance that makes digital tools simple and accessible.
- A collaborative approach and confidence to influence adoption of new ways of working.
- Curiosity and adaptability to keep pace with emerging technologies, including AI tools like Copilot.
At FMG, we know our success is because of our people. So, when you join our team, it's our priority to make sure you're well looked after and feel a part of the FMG family. So along with an opportunity to kick start your career, FMG also offers free life insurance and income protection, 4% company contribution to superannuation, flexible working practices, five paid professional development days, 2 paid wellbeing days, annual salary reviews and a paid give back day every year – among many exciting benefits.
Apply now! Applications close 5pm, Sunday 25th January 2026.