Client Executive SME

JobSpace; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Income Protection

Hybrid working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

Aon in Wellington, NZ seeks a key SME client service professional to deliver high-quality support across an SME portfolio. You will own the client journey, promote services, and work with Claims and ABS to provide timely solutions and risk management. Hybrid working arrangements and a focus on continuous improvement are offered.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, client relationship skills, and resilience under pressure, with a relevant level qualification for insurance.]

Qualifications

• Client-focused service delivery experience.
• Ability to explain insurance concepts clearly.
• Comfort with working with Claims and ABS teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality client support and manage the SME portfolio.
• Promote services, conduct risk management, and deliver solutions.
• Lead renewal and mid-term discussions with clients.
• Collaborate with Claims and ABS to ensure timely support.
• Optimize systems and processes for efficiency and compliance.
• Champion continuous improvement using data and best practices.

Skills

Client-first mindset

Strong communication

Collaborative approach

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving mindset

Resilience and adaptability

Education

L5 Fire and General Qualification

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.

As a key member of our regional SME team, you'll play an important role in delivering excellent service to existing and new clients across the SME portfolio. You'll work collaboratively across the business, to ensure a seamless, positive client experience. The Mahi You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality client support, owning a SME portfolio where you will promote services, conduct risk management and working alongside the wider team to deliver solutions to Aon clients. You will also: Manage the end-to-end client journey, working closely with Claims teams and Aon Business Services (ABS) colleagues to ensure smooth, timely support. Lead renewal and mid-term discussions, ensuring advice is timely, accurate, and aligned with client needs. Contribute to client planning alongside Client Directors/Managers. Optimise systems and processes to drive efficiency, scalability, compliance, and a strong colleague and client experience! Champion continuous improvement, using data insights and best practice to deliver predictable, high-standard outcomes.

About You You'll be a natural communicator who understands how to tailor to the situation, whether it be face to face, over the phone or through written correspondence. We're looking for someone who enjoys working with clients, systems and detail – and who takes pride in getting things right the first time. You will ideally bring: Skills and experience that will lead to success Client-first mindset – you genuinely care about delivering great client outcomes and building long-term relationships. Strong communication skills – confident and professional in both written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain insurance concepts clearly. Collaborative approach – enjoy working as part of a regional team and partnering with Claims, ABS and other internal colleagues to support the client journey! Commercial awareness – an interest in business and risk, with the ability to understand client needs and match them to appropriate solutions. Problem-solving mindset – proactive in following up, resolving issues and finding practical solutions for clients and colleagues. Resilience and adaptability – able to stay calm under pressure, adapt to change and maintain a positive, professional attitude. Ideally you will have your L5 Fire and General Qualification to be able to fulfil this role successfully.

Why Aon? At Aon, we're in the business of making better decisions. Our purpose is to help protect and enrich the lives of people around the world by providing clients with the clarity and confidence to make better decisions. What's On Offer? Health and Life Insurance, plus Income Protection options. Hybrid working arrangements. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) services. Aon values an innovative 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, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. We encourage applications from everyone and offer reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities during application, interviews, and job duties. For details on accommodations, email ***************@Aon.com.