Regional Manager - Wellington at Gallagher

, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

People Management, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Regulatory Compliance, Relationship Management, Business Development, Performance Management, Change Management, Client Retention, Financial Services Advice, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Networking, Operational Efficiency, Leadership, Risk Management

Industry

Insurance

Description

Introduction At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher. Overview About us: At Gallagher, we’ve been helping to protect what’s important to people and businesses for more than 95 years. Gallagher is the world’s third largest insurance brokerage and risk management companies, with a global network of brokers in over 130 countries. We make success happen. We are stronger as one team and together we continually strive to make a difference, whether it’s for our clients, our colleagues or our communities. Our shared values are core to our culture and are reflected in everything we do, as set out in The Gallagher Way. About the role: Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a globally respected company? Join Gallagher as a Regional Manager, leading high-performing teams in Wellington, Kapiti, and Lower Hutt. In this key role, you will report directly to the Executive Branch, you’ll drive success by delivering outstanding client outcomes and living Gallagher’s values. As Regional Manager, you’ll be responsible for branch revenue, profitability, staff engagement, and delivering excellent client service. Working with the local management team and Gallagher’s Executive, you’ll help create and implement strategic plans to achieve sustainable growth, profitability, and client retention. You’ll ensure compliance, provide quality advice, and focus on customer outcomes, all while leading with a hands-on approach. Additionally, you’ll also lead change initiatives, promote creativity, innovation, and adaptability to maintain strong performance. We’re looking for an experienced leader who is confident, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will possess excellent communication skills, be adaptable, resilient and ready to make an impact. if you’re ready to lead with purpose, this is the role for you. How you'll make an impact Key responsibilities include business strategy and planning, people & relationship management, branch growth and regulatory compliance. Responsible for developing and executing business unit strategy aligned with company and market needs. Align people capability and business approach to deliver exceptional service, meet regulatory standards, and address client needs. Set and achieve business targets, including new business, retention, and premium goals. Drive team alignment with company priorities, provide performance feedback, and contribute to digital transformation initiatives. Foster a positive team culture through trust, respect, and open communication. Ensure adherence to service standards, regulatory requirements, and effective decision-making. Support and coach team members in building strong client relationships and delivering trusted advice. Develop and refine processes to exceed service delivery expectations, team efficiency and productivity. Promote Gallagher’s reputation through ethical, professional, and trusted client advice. About you Experience in managing people, including hiring, developing, motivating, and leading a team to achieve great results. Strong understanding of regulations, with excellent communication skills that inspire confidence and work well with different audiences. Business-minded with a focus on strategy and a track record of finding and growing new business opportunities. Skilled at creating and delivering business plans. Great at building and maintaining relationships, including working effectively with people at all levels and networking with insurance partners. Able to think creatively to solve problems and improve processes by questioning current practices in a constructive way. Meets FSLAA requirements and holds a Certificate in Financial Services (NZQA Level 5) Benefits: Comprehensive reward and recognition programme Life insurance benefit (T&Cs apply) Discounted personal insurance We support you to develop your skills with excellent learning and development opportunities within a friendly team environment. Base Salary + Incentives + Car Allowance + Fuel Card + Car Park How to apply: Click the “quick apply” button above, or for more information contact our friendly recruitment team via email at recruitment@ajg.co.nz Please note only candidates who have the right to work in New Zealand will be considered. Compensation and benefits We value inclusion and diversity Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work. Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest. We know you’ll really enjoy being part of our professional, close-knit team. As part of the Global Gallagher group of companies, we have scale and multi-national reach with a Kiwi feel. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Responsibilities

Lead high-performing teams across Wellington, Kapiti, and Lower Hutt to drive branch revenue, profitability, and staff engagement. Develop and execute business strategies aligned with market needs while ensuring regulatory compliance and exceptional client outcomes.