Make a difference as a Commercial Underwriting Consultant. Join the largest general insurance group in Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia.
About the Role
In this Commercial Underwriting Consultant role, the purpose is to assist and support the underwriting of Broker portfolios by facilitating and maintaining robust end to end processes that support operational alignment, efficiency, compliance and profitable business performance as it relates to the underwriting discipline.
This permanent full-time role based in Christchurch offers hybrid working conditions from home and office. We are open to receiving applications from candidates based in Dunedin or Nelson.
Key responsibilities:
Build and manage relationships with allocated brokers and agents including undertaking broker visits to obtain new and retain existing profitable business
Assist the Business Development Manager with developing a strategic approach to their key broker relationships
Responsible for the underwriting of new business and renewal business including rural risks within the companies underwriting guidelines to selected brokers within delegated authority
Manage the process of authorising broker placings in accordance with company procedures where required
Proactively contribute to improve the image and outcomes of the company within the marketplace to the external customer as well as provide excellent internal customer service.
On Offer
Boost your financial future with 4%KiwiSaver employer contribution and life insurance
Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance
Flexibility through our MyFlex program - supporting you to live life to thefull
Partner discounts on every day and special occasion items
About You
We'd love to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:
Proven experience in sales distribution within the insurance industry
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships within the insurance broker market
Relevant experience with commercial insurance underwriting and pricing
Sound understanding of competitor activity relating to underwriting trends and best practice
Results oriented and committed to achieving challenging objectives and delivering excellence
About Us
For over 160 years, NZI Insurance has been protecting Kiwi businesses around New Zealand. Part of IAG New Zealand Limited (known as IAG), we actively help Kiwis manage their risks and provide support through thick and thin.
IAG is the largest general insurance group in Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia. You'll know our brands – AMI, NZI, State Insurance, NRMA Insurance, CGU, WFI and ROLLiN' to name a few. Together theyturn our IAG purpose of making your world saferinto action by helping, supporting ambitions andmaking insurance accessible.
We acknowledge Tangata Whenua in Aotearoa and are committed to growing Maori prosperity and well-being in Aotearoa through He Rautaki Maori (IAG's Maori Strategy).We celebrate unique viewpoints shaped by life experiences, cultures and passions. We expand careers, genuinely connect with community, lead with a powerful purpose and celebrate what makes you individual.
We're passionate about social issues, walk the talk on sustainability and strive to do more than standard on things that matter, including women in senior leadership, Indigenous empowerment and creating inclusive environments.
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