About the role
Reporting to the Head of Connected Living Australia, we are seeking a strategic Partnerships Manager based in New Zealand to drive mutual growth for Assurant and its key clients. The Partnerships Manager will create and manage a pipeline of new client opportunities for New Zealand’s Connected Living products and services, as well as be responsible for managing existing relationships and identifying and executing profitable revenue-generating initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the ANZ leadership team to build a robust pipeline of potential new clients with win strategies delivering profitable revenue growth.
- Responsible for the sustainable growth of current allocated active accounts by increasing profits year over year by continuously developing specific and actionable business development plans.
- Partner with product and marketing teams to develop and manage customer strategies and define differentiated offerings to attract new business and grow existing accounts.
- Manage relevant RFP processes, bid management and tender initiatives for New Zealand.
- Provide consumer, market, and competitor insights to wider leadership team to influence regional strategy.
- Coordinate the various cross‑functional roles associated with client program delivery throughout the company to ensure alignment on customer goals, systems, data, assumptions, and delivery timing.
- Reporting, analysis and action planning with relevant functions for service delivery and ensuring that key SLA and KPIs are delivered.
About You
5+ account management / business development experienceBachelor of Business or related degreeHigh level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results‑orientedExperience in developing and implementing strategic new business development strategies and business plansExperience in sales or marketing and managing relationships with essential clientsExcellent commercial acumen including budget and financial management skillsIn‑depth understanding of market research methods and analysisProven ability to build strong relationships with management and key internal stakeholdersExcellent customer service supported by strong product knowledge, systems expertise, and understanding of business sectorsCollaborative, professional, and innovative approach with strong interpersonal skillsSkilled in influencing, negotiation, and effective communicationStrong networking and presentation capabilitiesExperienced in working within heavily regulated environmentsSelf‑starter with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervisionHow to Apply
Please submit your resume accompanied by a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role. Don't miss your opportunity to be part of this successful team, apply now! The successful applicant will be subject to relevant background checks such as reference checks and a Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check.
Benefits
Development programs and study grants and support for higher educationCultural day off to celebrate what’s important to youInternational and local mentoring programsDiversity panels and employee resource groupsHybrid work model2 mental health recharge days per yearAnnual health & wellbeing allowance to contribute to your overall wellbeingVolunteering opportunities to give back to a cause that is important to youEEO Statement
At Assurant, we celebrate the differences that make us who we are. By assembling extraordinary teams from a variety of races, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, experiences, and abilities, we’re able to better reflect the global communities where we live and work. By working to remove barriers, we ensure equity for everyone. The pursuit of inclusion rests with each of us. Because it’s only by listening to and representing the unique voices of every individual that we can innovate for all.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries
Insurance and Consumer Services
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