Head of Growth Development

Welcome to Star Group - a hospitality powerhouse and home to some of Aotearoa’s most iconic bars, pubs, and venues. We believe in the power of connection: with our people, our teams, and our guests. As we continue to grow nationally, we’re searching for a Head of Experience to lead the charge. About The Role As Head of Growth Development, you are the end‑to‑end operational owner of Star Group’s growth pipeline, accountable for converting approved growth initiatives into successfully delivered, trading outcomes. This role owns delivery accountability across all phases of growth initiatives, ensuring that brand, marketing, and innovation inputs are effectively integrated into projects without diluting functional ownership. The role acts as the execution bridge between Growth, Brand, Marketing and Innovation, ensuring concepts are translated into commercially viable, on‑brand, operationally ready venues and experiences. We’re after someone who’s: A natural leader – structured, organised, and able to inspire discipline and excellence in others A people-first operator – collaborative, supportive, and committed to building capability Analytical & strategic – able to balance financial acumen with creativity and innovation Ideas-driven – always curious, always improving, and ready to push boundaries Why join us? At Star Group, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive team where your contributions make a real impact. We offer development opportunities, a close-knit and collaborative work environment, and a few perks along the way! Opportunities like this don’t pour often (unlike our taps), so don’t miss your chance to shape the future of growth at Star Group.