Account Executive

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aon is seeking an Account Executive in Auckland to own a book of clients while supporting senior brokers. You will provide professional advice to clients, coordinate renewals with underwriters, and drive growth in the corporate portfolio. This role offers exposure to a broad client base and collaboration with a wide team across Aon.

You should bring experience in the insurance field, ability to build lasting relationships, and a readiness to take on new responsibilities as the business grows.

Qualifications

• Experience in underwriting, claims or insurance account management.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to learn and own a portfolio of clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals for new business opportunities.
• Coordinate client renewals and prepare premium calculations.
• Assist with interactions between clients, insurers and the client team.
• Draft, review and finalise submissions.
• Support non-standard administration and client-specific requirements.
• Assist with urgent client administration when needed.

Skills

Insurance experience

Communication skills

General Insurance L5

Education

General Insurance L5 certification

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

With a range of corporate insurance offerings and a wider team to learn from, this role will offer you the experience you need to grow. With a focus on growth across the corporate business, we are looking to expand – this role will give you the opportunity to learn and develop alongside us. Aon is in the business of better decisions: We all know life can change in an instant and Aon are here to help and support you through it. AON is a leading insurance broker who are about doing things right by you. Our brokers provide the clarity and confidence you need to make insurance decisions. With our commitment to your development, this career pathway could see you progress into various roles within the AON business. We have teams based locally and around the globe, so joining the AON team means you have access to a range of knowledge and skill sets across various fields.

What the role will look like: As an Account Executive, you will have the ability to own your own book of clients, while also supporting the senior brokers. Not only will you provide professional, accurate advice and support to your clients, stakeholders and underwriters, but you will also be across new business growth. Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing proposals for new business opportunities
• Coordinating client renewals and preparing premium calculations
• Helping coordinate interactions with clients, insurers and the broader client team
• Assisting with document drafting, review and finalisation of submissions
• Supporting non-standard administration and client-specific requirements
• Supporting complex or urgent client administration when escalation or prioritisation is required

Skills and experience that will lead to success: You will be a natural at building lasting, trusted relationships. Key to being successful is your experience in the insurance field, experience in large commercial and corporate accounts, and you will have a strong aptitude to learn with the drive to get the best outcome for our clients.

What we are looking for in our candidate:

• Experience in underwriting, claims or insurance account management
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• A current L5 - General Insurance is highly desirable
• Desire to learn, and own a portfolio of clients, making things happen

How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard.