Life & Health Insurance and Broking
Rest assured, your next opportunity is in good hands.
70+ Life &
Health Insurance
Professionals
Successfully Placed
Established Network
Across Auckland,
Christchurch,
Wellington and
Regional New Zealand
Trusted By
Leading AU, NZ &
Global
Organisations
Our Team Is
Dedicated To
Placing Life &
Health Insurance
Professionals
Life & Health Insurance
Professionals
Changing Roles
Every Month
70+ Life &
Health Insurance
Professionals
Successfully Placed
Established Network
Across Auckland,
Christchurch,
Wellington and
Regional New Zealand
Trusted By
Leading AU, NZ &
Global
Organisations
Our Team Is
Dedicated To
Placing Life &
Health Insurance
Professionals
Life & Health Insurance
Professionals
Changing Roles
Every Month
Advance Your Life & Health and Broking Insurance Career in New Zealand
Rest assured, your next opportunity is in good hands.
As a leading recruitment firm for Life & Health Insurance and Broking in New Zealand, Tyler Wren specialises in providing comprehensive recruitment solutions to the insurance sector and beyond. With our highly experienced team based in Auckland and strong networks across Wellington, Christchurch, and regional New Zealand, we have established ourselves as the go-to recruiters in the industry.
Why partner with Tyler Wren?
- Access to the hidden job market: Because of our close ties with local hiring managers, we often place candidates in roles before they are ever advertised publicly.
- Genuine market expertise: We cater to all levels of Life & Health Insurance and Broking positions, from claims assessors and risk advisers right through to product managers and executive leadership.
- Honest salary advice: Our consultative approach provides current market trends and salary benchmarking, empowering you to make informed decisions throughout your job search.
- Long-term career focus: We aren’t just looking for your next job; we are looking at where you want to be in five years.
Life & Health Insurane and Broking Jobs We Recruit For
We work closely with a wide variety of domestic and international life insurance companies, health insurers, and specialist insurance brokers.
We regularly place professionals in the following areas:
- Financial Adviser & Risk Adviser
- Underwriting (Life, Trauma, Income Protection & Medical)
- Claims Management & Assessment
- Employee & Group Benefits
- Account & Client Management
- Product Development & Management
- Business Development & Sales Consulting
- Business Consultant & Relationship Management
Salary Expectations: The NZ Life & Health Insurance Market
Knowing your worth is the first step. Our salary guide breaks down remuneration levels. We view the New Zealand market across three distinct organisational scales, each offering unique remuneration structures and career benefits:
- Boutique and Small/Medium Independent Organisations (0–100 Employees)
These agile businesses often provide highly competitive base salaries, hands-on mentorship, and excellent workplace flexibility. Progression here is frequently merit-based and can be much faster than in traditional corporate environments. - Mid-Size Organisations (101–999 Employees) Mid-size firms
Typically offer a strong balance of structured career development, comprehensive benefits packages, and performance-based bonuses. They perfectly bridge the gap between boutique agility and corporate resources. - Large to Corporate Organisations & Multi-Nationals (1000+ Employees)
These tier-one companies generally feature highly structured salary bandings, target bonus structures, and extensive corporate benefits. They are ideal for professionals seeking strategic leadership roles, large-scale complex work, or future global mobility.
Recent Placements
- Broking:
Senior Risk Adviser placed into a leading financial advisory firm with an attractive bonus structure and hybrid flexibility. - Group & Employee Benefits:
Adviser transitioned to a multinational broker supporting the business with corporate portfolios. - Case Management:
Clinical Services Manager moved to a top-tier health and life insurance provider
How We Help Life & Health Insurance and Broking Professionals in New Zealand
Step 1: Confidential Career Consultation
We assess:
- Your insurance experience
- Qualifications
- Career objectives
- Relocation goals
- Long-term progression plans
Step 2: Market Positioning and Strategy
We advise on:
- Salary expectations
- Optimal timing for a change
- Target organisations and markets
- Career positioning within the job market
Step 3: Targeted Job Search
We provide:
- Direct introductions to NZ organisations
- End to end management of the job search process
- Detailed market insights
- Team structure information
- Leadership and culture insights
- Long term progression analysis
Step 4: Interview Management
We prepare candidates with:
- Market intelligence
- Interview strategy
- Technical preparation guidance
- Organisational research support
- Coordination of interviews
Step 5: Offer Negotiation and Relocation Support
We assist with:
- Salary negotiations
- Benefits discussions
- Start dates
- Time management for relocaters
- Transition planning
Meet the Team
With our recruitment experts based in New Zealand, our Life & Health Insurance and Broking team will help you secure top Life & Health Insurance jobs in New Zealand.
What We’re Seeing in the Market Right Now
We maintain a constant pulse on the New Zealand Life & Health Insurance and Broking sector, so you don’t have to. Here is what is driving the market:
- Strong demand for technical specialists : Skills in life and medical underwriting, complex claims management, employee benefits, and risk advice are highly sought after.
- Flexibility as a standard: Hybrid working models and flexible hours are no longer just “perks”, they are standard offerings at the majority of leading insurers and brokerages we partner with.
- Clearer progression pathways: Companies are investing heavily in retention and succession, meaning better structured, accelerated career paths for intermediate and senior professionals.
- AI is reshaping roles across the sector: Leading firms are navigating the AI transition with absolute transparency, positioning technology as an administrative enabler to preserve frontline trust. Progressive insurers and broking organisations are actively upskilling their workforce in data fluency, freeing human talent to focus on complex risk placement and high-value relationships.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most in-demand Life & Health Insurance and Broking jobs in New Zealand right now?
Currently, there is a demand for technical specialists across the New Zealand market. Experienced life underwriters, income protection and disability claims specialists, risk advisers, and employee benefits consultants are particularly sought after by top-tier insurers and brokerages.
Are Life & Health Insurance and Broking salaries increasing in New Zealand?
Yes, the market remains highly competitive. We are seeing meaningful salary uplifts, particularly for candidates moving strategically into mid-size and corporate organisations. To see exact figures, you can download our Insurance Salary Guide.
How long does the recruitment process typically take for a Life & Health and/or Broking Insurance role?
The timeline varies depending on the seniority of the position, but typically, the process from our initial consultation to job offer takes between two to four weeks. Executive appointments may take longer. We actively manage the timeline to ensure momentum and keep you updated at every stage.
Do insurance and broking companies in New Zealand offer flexible or hybrid working?
Absolutely. Hybrid working models are no longer considered just a perk; they are a standard baseline expectation. The majority of leading insurers and brokerages we partner with offer flexible hours and work-from-home options to support a healthy work-life balance.
What qualifications do I need to offer insurance advice and intermediary services in New Zealand?
To provide regulated financial advice, including life and health insurance broking, you must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5). For this sector specifically, you are required to complete the Core component alongside the Life and Health Insurance strand. Additionally, you must be registered on the Financial Service Providers Register (FSPR) and operate under a Financial Advice Provider (FAP) licence.
Why should I use a specialist recruiter instead of applying directly?
Partnering with a specialist recruiter like Tyler Wren gives you access to the “hidden job market” and panels we are preferred suppliers on. We also provide honest salary benchmarking, prepare you thoroughly for interviews, and negotiate your remuneration package on your behalf.
About Tyler Wren Life & Health Insurance and Broking Recruitment
Tyler Wren is a specialist recruitment consultancy with dedicated Life & Health Insurance and Broking recruitment expertise across the New Zealand market.
Our Life & Health Insurance and Broking recruitment specialists work closely with Life & Health Insurance professionals and teams in leading New Zealand organisations to deliver strategic career advice, confidential recruitment support, and long-term market guidance.
We are recognised for our:
- Deep Insurance market knowledge
- Strong relationships throughout leading New Zealand organisations
- Specialist Insurance recruitment expertise
- Proven placement track record
- Long term candidate partnerships