As specialist recruiters in the banking, insurance, and financial services industry, we have recently noticed a huge increase in demand in specific areas in New Zealand. This industry is constantly changing as we have seen recently with it becoming mandatory for every adviser to have obtained their New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) version 2; Gary Bloxham has recently posted an article about what this might mean for you. The insurance industry current opportunities we are working on are looking for candidates now.
Some key attributes it takes to succeed in the insurance industry:
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Organisation
- Numeracy
- Attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Relationship and stakeholder engagement skills
I have outlined below a number of roles that the Banking, Insurance and Financial Services team are currently working on, along with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in these roles:
Senior Commercial Broker – Auckland
$150k – $160k
The role:
- Manage and retain an existing client’s Commercial Insurance portfolios
- Business develop a book of Commercial Insurance clients via a strong lead base
- Set up new policies and finance arrangements
- Develop internal and external stakeholder relationships
- Focus on the larger clients with assistance from the Support Team
- Negotiating renewal terms for existing clients with underwriters and remarketing
What you will bring:
- 6+ Years of industry experience is essential, particularly in Commercial Insurance (F&G)
- Demonstrated and proven experience in growing a book
- Ability to work independently
- Leadership attributes would be desirable
- Be part of the team and add value to the culture
- ANZIIF Qualifications are preferable and NZFSC Level 5 (General Insurance)
Commercial Broker – Auckland/Christchurch
$130k – $150k
The role:
- Manage a large book of clients, predominantly SMEs and Financial Lines
- Assistance from the Support Team as you focus on a decent book size
- Develop key internal and external relationships
- Underwriting proposals
- Annual review of client needs and remarketing covers
What you will bring:
- 4+ years of relevant industry experience is essential, particularly in Commercial Insurance (F&G)
- Ability to work independently
- Be part of a team and add value to the less experienced team members
- ANZIIF Qualifications are preferable and NZFSC Level 5 (General Insurance)
Financial Adviser – Auckland/Wellington
$90k – $100k
The role:
- A new and exciting project with a new team
- Work with a supportive team
- Virtual client/customer interaction on a daily basis
- Great opportunity for an individual with some experience in the Advisory (Life, Kiwisaver, Investments) space wanting to grow and continue to develop their expertise
What you will bring:
- Currently completing your Level 5 Certificate in Financial Services or have already completed it ( ideally Investment and/or Life/Health Insurance strand)
- Experience in financial services/banking is preferable
- An interest in technology or virtual tools would be desirable
- Motivated and wanting to develop
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Domestic Broker – Auckland
$75k – $95k
The role:
- Manage a portfolio of domestic clients ensuring that effective relationships are built
- There will be a new business focus whereby you will generate leads
- Support the Team Leader to lead the Domestic Team
- Processing of new business, endorsements and renewal transactions
- Mentor other members of the team
What will you bring:
- NZFSC Level 5 (General Insurance) completed
- Knowledge of domestic insurance products
- Sales and growth mindset
- Be a team player and add value to this business
Claims Consultant – Christchurch
$60k – $70k
The role:
- Assist the Claims Manager in the full servicing of claims and fully inform brokers, clients, and insurers of all relevant claims matters
- Support the handling of all claims from end-to-end for all clients
- Negotiate on behalf of clients to insurers
- Develop strong relationships with insurers and internal clients
What you will bring:
- 1-2 years of experience in the general insurance industry, claims would be desirable
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal colleagues, external clients, and broader industry market segments
- A strong and positive work ethic
- Ability to build rapport with suppliers, brokers/insurers, external parties
Commercial Broker Support – Auckland/ Christchurch
$65k – $75k
The role:
- Provide assistance to the growing Commercial Team
- Internal support contact for clients which includes insurance, premium funding, and any maintenance required for the policyholder
- Support the Commercial Broker in the business, whilst also resolving incoming queries
- Identify opportunities with each client interaction
- Onboarding of new clients
What will you bring:
- 2+ years experience across General Insurance, preferably Commercial Business Risk, Commercial Underwriting would be advantageous
- Studying towards or have completed NZ Certificate in Financial Services Level 5 (General Insurance)
- Good planning and organisation skills
- Ability to adapt to change
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
If you are looking for a change and you feel you have the skills, knowledge, and experience that fit the above descriptions or similar, please contact us, send your CV or call for a confidential chat.
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