Business Development Manager

For over 165 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.

We're looking for a commercially minded and relationship-focused Business Development Manager to join our Commercial Sales team in Christchurch on a 12-month parental leave contract. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and growing broker relationships, driving profitable business growth, and supporting the delivery of exceptional service across a portfolio of commercial insurance partners. If you're passionate about building strong partnerships, identifying opportunities, and delivering results, we'd love to hear from you. This is a fix term full-time office based role based in Ōtautahi (Christchurch).

Ngā Mahi Hei Whakatutuki Māu | What You'll Do

• Develop and strengthen relationships with allocated brokers to drive profitable growth and retention

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing and prospective broker networks

• Build and execute strategic business plans for broker portfolios, aligned to growth and profitability objectives

• Partner closely with underwriting teams to deliver exceptional service and broker outcomes

• Analyse portfolio performance and market trends to identify opportunities and mitigate risks

• Manage a sales pipeline and support the achievement of branch growth targets

• Represent IAG professionally in the market and contribute to strategic initiatives that enhance broker partnerships

Ōu Pūkenga me ōu Wheako | What You'll Bring

• Minimum 5 years' Commercial Underwriting experience

• Previous Business Development Manager or similar business development experience

• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining stakeholder and broker relationships

• A commercial mindset with the ability to identify and convert business opportunities

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Insurance qualifications/studies desirable but not essential

Tā Mātau ki a Koutou| What We Offer

• Boosted KiwiSaver with 4.5% employer contribution and life insurance as standard.

• 20 days annual leave + 5 days MyLeave (extra leave for what’s important to you).

• Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance.

• Access to LinkedIn Learning, the award-winning IAG Academy, study assistance and secondment opportunities.

*employment type eligibility criteria apply

Applications close:  Friday 30 2026 11:59PM NZDT

Make sure to discuss your application with your current manager before applying.

Tā Mātau Ratonga Tautoko | Adjustments & Support

If you require any support or adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to careers@iag.co.nz for a confidential conversation.