This is your opportunity to join a growing iconic kiwi company in the business of looking after New Zealanders and the things we value for over 140 years. With a growing market share, we are offering a fantastic career opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join TOWER Health and Life.

In this role of Business Development Manager you will assist us with even more growth, identify and then secure new business opportunities with intermediaries, Independent Advisers, adviser groups, and other distribution channels. Alongside new business sales targets you will also work to grow the business written by your portfolio of clients. Additionally you will be charged with Advisor training and accreditation responsibilities.

Based in our Wellington office and targeting clients throughout the lower North Island, yours will be a highly mobile role. To be successful in this role you must have a proven record of managing successful sales relationships direct with customers and via channel partners within the insurance industry. You’ll know what it takes to drive growth through new opportunities. You’ll have an extensive industry network, and you can demonstrate your considerable business development achievements. Motivated by targets, you will have the inclination and the capacity to consistently deliver beyond expectation. You will have a confident and effective communication style.

To the right candidate TOWER offers a competitive base salary, a company vehicle, and an attractive sales incentive programme. If you think you have what it takes to join our team, please email your CV and covering note to jobs@tower.co.nz by Friday, 30 October 2009.