Business Development Manager / Underwriter

Business Development Manager / Underwriter Cultivate Recruitment - Auckland, North Island The Opportunity Body corporate insurance is one of the most complex and fastest-growing areas of commercial insurance in New Zealand and this specialist underwriting agency is expanding. This is a newly created role with genuine ownership: you'll build and grow broker partnerships nationwide while supporting the underwriting of new commercial property business. With a 70/30 BD-to-underwriting split, your day-to-day will include: Building and managing nationwide relationships with brokers Developing strategic sales plans to target and grow key broker relationships Underwriting new commercial property business within delegated authority Growing brand and product awareness across the broker network Recommending product enhancements based on broker feedback About the Role Out in the market, you'll be the one representing this business to brokers - bringing credibility, confidence, and genuine product knowledge to every conversation. Back at base, you'll have a supportive team and strong processes behind you. The soft market is turning, and you'll be well positioned to take full advantage as conditions improve. About You You're an experienced insurance professional with solid exposure to body corporate or commercial property insurance. Commercial brokers without body corporate experience will be considered; domestic brokers need direct body corporate experience given its complexity. You'll also need a genuine understanding of how the broker channel operates and how trust is built over time. To thrive here, you'll be someone who: Builds genuine, lasting broker relationships through credibility and deep product knowledge Is self-driven and proactively maintains consistent broker touchpoints without close direction Makes sound, compliant underwriting decisions with confidence and commercial judgement Takes pride in representing a brand with professionalism and integrity in every interaction What's on Offer This role comes with a base + commission structure, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and income protection insurance, three additional wellbeing days per year, a volunteer day, and professional development support. You'll join a small, supportive team within a well-established insurance group, with the energy and ambition of a growing specialist business behind you. Strong internal processes and rating tools are already in place - so you can focus on what matters most: building relationships and winning business. We believe diversity is vital to a healthy, high-performing workplace. That is why we're committed to delivering a psychologically safe recruitment experience. One that uncovers and celebrates your strengths. If traditional hiring processes don't bring out your best let us know. We want you to shine, not shy away. #J-18808-Ljbffr