Business Partnership Manager at Chubb

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Life insurance, Distribution expertise, Business development, Relationship management, Account management, Strategic planning, Product expertise, Commercial judgement, Influencing skills, Communication, Presentation, Report writing, Financial services, Risk management, Adviser recruitment

Industry

Insurance

Description

Drive adviser growth, quality business, and market impact in a visible role with us as we push to be number one. * Grow and deepen high-value adviser partnerships across your region * Drive quality production, profitable growth, and strong customer outcomes * Bring commercial nous, influence, and energy to a visible market-facing role Location: Nelson or Marlborough regions (remote), Remote or office-based in Christchurch. Role Type Full time, Permanent Work Style Remote or Hybrid Why this is a great time to join At Chubb Life NZ, we’re focused on building a stronger, sharper, more customer-led business. For the right person, that means the chance to step into a visible role, work closely with experienced leaders, and make a genuine impact in the market. We’re large enough to have real scale and strength, but still small enough for your contribution to be seen. There is real access to senior leaders, broad exposure across the business, and the opportunity to do more than just stay in a narrow lane. We also know great outcomes come from different perspectives. We want to keep building a diverse workforce and an environment where good people can thrive, grow, and do their best work. The opportunity As Business Partnership Manager, you’ll play an important role in our IFA Channel within Distribution, reporting to the South Island Regional Manager. This role is focused on managing adviser relationships, driving quality production aligned to customer needs, and supporting the growth of strong, sustainable adviser businesses in your region. You’ll work closely with advisers and internal teams to grow profitable business, lift loyalty, and ensure quality standards are met. This is a role for someone who can balance commercial focus with strong judgement, relationship depth, and a clear understanding of what good customer outcomes look like. You’ll suit this opportunity if you enjoy ownership, build credibility quickly, and know how to turn strategy into action. It offers variety, visibility, and the chance to make your mark in a business that values strong delivery. What you’ll own * Grow and manage adviser relationships across your region, with a focus on quality, sustainability, and customer-aligned outcomes * Deliver against production, persistency, lapse, and quality targets through strong adviser recruitment, development, and account management * Build and execute account and segmentation plans that strengthen adviser loyalty and support long-term profitable growth * Provide product expertise, business development support, and practical advice to help advisers grow their businesses and enhance customer experience * Partner with internal teams to resolve issues, share market insights, support distribution strategy, and maintain high service standards What you’ll bring * At least 5 years’ life insurance experience, with strong distribution expertise, or senior financial services experience in a comparable environment * A strong track record in business development and building long-term, high-quality professional relationships * Sound commercial judgement, including an understanding of persistency, profitability, risk, and key insurance value drivers * Strong relationship and influencing skills, with the confidence to engage new advisers and manage issues effectively * Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills, along with the resilience, drive, and self-management to work at pace What success looks like Success in this role will come from building trusted adviser partnerships, growing sustainable quality business, and contributing strongly to distribution outcomes. You’ll be someone who brings energy, credibility, and follow-through, while keeping customer needs and business standards front and centre. Why join us * Join a business with ambition, energy, and a clear direction * Work in a role with real visibility and meaningful market impact * Build strong partnerships and influence outcomes across your region * Be part of a business that values growth, quality, and long-term thinking * Grow your career in an environment where contribution is recognised and strong performance matters What we offer * Flexible & Hybrid working * Group Life, Trauma, Income, Healthcare and Travel Insurance * Additional annual leave * Kiwisaver paid on top of base salary * Annual Bonus * Stock Purchase options * Wellbeing subsidy and partner discounts * Endorse my cause & payroll giving How we work Our values shape how we work and what we look for in our people: Teamwork - we back each other and work together to get the best outcome Integrity - we do the right thing and hold ourselves to high standards Customer focus - we keep customers at the heart of our thinking and decisions Exceed - we aim high, move with purpose, and deliver beyond expectations Respect - we value people, perspectives, and the contribution everyone brings About Chubb Life NZ Chubb Life Insurance New Zealand Limited is one of the country’s leading life insurers. Formerly known as Cigna, we’ve been operating in New Zealand for more than a century and are committed to being there for our customers when they need us most. Learn more about Life at Chubb [https://www.chubb.com/nz-en/about-chubb/chubb-life-in-new-zealand/join-us.html] You don't need to meet every requirement to apply. If this role sounds like a strong fit for your experience and the kind of environment where you would do your best work, we’d love to hear from you. Applications are reviewed as they are received, and as such, the role may close prior to the deadline date. #ChubbLifeNewZealand #LI-AH2

Responsibilities

Manage and grow high-value adviser partnerships to drive quality production and profitable business growth within the region. Collaborate with internal teams to provide product expertise, support distribution strategy, and ensure high service standards and customer outcomes.