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What we do
Leadership Counsel
While you're investing in everyone else, we're investing in you.
We work 1:1 with leaders across communications, policy and political management to ensure good ideas get off the ground.
Advisory
Many organisations are remembered for work in times of crisis or change. We help prepare your team for those moments they will be called on to lead.
We offer strategic advice, to ensure your entire team is delivering against your organisational strategy.
We are experts in research communication - ensuring that work you invest in gets the traction it deserves.
Communications
We understand the work that goes into supporting leaders.
We are here to support your team at key moments to uphold information integrity, communicate research and policy and mentor those leaders new to the role of spokesperson.
Legal communications
Going to court is high stakes. But whatever happens inside the courtroom, a story is being told outside it - one you need to control.
We bridge the gap between legal strategy and public narrative. Our team delivers communications that put your values front and centre, protect reputation, drive public support when it matters, and work to win the story across every phase of proceedings. We work with litigation experts across Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.
If you're fighting a just cause, then we are here to help you win.
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“As a leader grappling with the pressures of running an organisation and creating meaningful change through our work, Sarah really understood the challenges I was facing. Her ability to listen, strategize and provide practical advice and support was invaluable."
Anna-Jane Edwards
Manukura – General Manager, Amotai
Austen has supported our President and Executive to navigate complex regulatory reform, working alongside our legal team, members and industry allies. Their political nous and commitment to our cause is unparalleled. We highly recommend Sarah and the team at Austen Advisory."
Sue Chetwin (CNZM LLB)
Chair and CEO
"I was so happy with Austen’s mahi. The team's overall expertise in streamlining my report into a coherent and tidy read was so appreciated. Quality, efficient and professional."
Saarah Gul
Ngāti Kahungunu ki Heretaunga
SG Communications