Life and Health Adviser

Introduction


Overview

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:

We are looking for a Life & Health Adviser to join our team in Hamilton (or Pukekohe location for the right candidate) in January 2027. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for you to utilise your expertise and knowledge as a subject matter expert, offering valuable advice and recommendations to our clients to ensure their optimal protection. In addition to managing an existing client portfolio, this role will primarily involve generating new business by providing reliable guidance to clients and collaborating with our internal and external network to promote our Life & Health services.

How you'll make an impact

• Deliver expert advice and products to our clients
• Service renewals, new business, alterations and endorsements
• Manage and resolve client enquiries (cover queries, policy amendments) 
• Partner with the claims team to manage the claims process 
• Provide clients with timely and accurate updates on insurance claims
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships to ensure trust and brand loyalty exists
• Convert leads into new business opportunities  

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in Life and Health advisory is preferred
• Excellent networking abilities and sound product understanding 
• The ability to build and maintain enduring relationships with clients and team members
• Results driven with the ability to convert leads into new business
• Committed work ethic with the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure
• Must have a certificate in Financial Services (NZQA Level 5)

How to apply:

We know you’ll really enjoy being part of our professional, close-knit team.  As part of the US based Gallagher group of companies, we have scale and multi-national reach with a kiwi feel. 

If this sounds like you, then click the “quick apply” button above, or for more information contact our friendly recruitment team via email at [email protected] 

Please note only candidates who have the right to work in New Zealand will be considered.

About you

Required: Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience or High School Diploma/GED and 8 years related experience required. License required.

Preferred: Professional designation such as Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) or Associate in Risk Management (ARM) preferred. Excellent sales capabilities; outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Behaviors: Excellent sales capabilities; outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being 
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning 
• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership 
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact 

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)