Senior Corporate Counsel

About nib | Ko Wai Mātou

Here at nib, we pride ourselves on our innovative and passionate approach in offering Kiwis affordable, world-class health and life insurance.

We believe in “challenging the status quo” and admire the diversity of thought and seek out people with an intrinsic need to make the world a better place. Health and wellbeing go hand in hand with our ‘future state’ strategy. _Ehara i te toa takitahi_ (success is not achieved alone) - you will be joining a collaborative, innovative and driven team with the following benefits:

- Free health, life, income protection insurance + discounts for family- Hybrid work environment: work from home and the Auckland office- Join a supportive and dedicated team where you can develop and enhance your career- An exceptionally generous leave policy including 22 days annual leave, cultural leave, 18 weeks fully paid parental leave for all parents- Short term incentive programmes

About the role | He Aha Te Tūranga

As the Senior Corporate Counsel & Company Secretary, you will provide strategic legal and governance support for the Board and senior leaders of nib’s New Zealand operations and ensure frameworks and practices meet organisational needs and regulatory standards. You will also manage the company secretariat function for New Zealand and be a key contact for New Zealand based directors, with support from nib’s Group company secretariat.

A key responsibility is maintaining strong relationships with New Zealand regulators. The role also delivers legal services across the New Zealand entities, advising the Board and senior leaders on governance and legal matters to support best practice decision making.

About you | Ko Wai Koe

You have a strong understanding of the legal framework governing health and life insurance businesses in New Zealand, with well developed knowledge of the regulatory and governance environment that shapes industry operations.

Financial services industry experience is essential for this role, with insurance industry experience considered highly desirable.

We’re looking for:

- Law degree and holds, or is qualified to hold, a New Zealand practising certificate (prerequisite)- Previous company secretarial experience (desirable)- Proven senior relationship management experience- Previous experience in dealing with and managing relationships with a Board- Sound legal knowledge including corporate and regulatory awareness- Ability to act confidentially and utilise utmost discretion in dealings

Diversity, equity and inclusion | Te kanorau me te whakaurunga

We embrace an inclusive working environment. _We are LGBTQIA+, disability and neurodiverse inclusive,_ and welcome people from diverse backgrounds aiming to create a work environment where employee differences such as age, culture, nationality, accessibility, and education are valued to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

Our hybrid working model provides our employees with the flexibility to work from one of our office Hubs and from home based on what works best for them and their team. We make a commitment to come together with purpose and are excited to share moments that matter with one another.

Our Hubs are purpose built to support focused work, connection, and collaboration with peers. We provide a new starter benefit as well as ongoing financial support to set up and maintain a functioning home workspace. At nib, we’re committed to creating a flexible working environment where you’re free to be you.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Successful applicants will be required to complete a background check (including criminal history check) prior to commencement of employment_._