Article Provided by QBE for YIPs Newsletter
Article provided by QBE for the first newsletter of 2025
- Tell us a bit about your company and its role in the insurance industry.
With over 125 years of protecting Kiwi businesses, QBE is supported by a global network spanning 26 countries, allowing us to leverage international expertise and resources. Locally, our New Zealand Head Office is in Auckland, complemented by five branches nationwide.
We specialise in commercial insurance, offering tailored solutions designed for small and medium sized businesses to large corporates. Driven by our purpose of enabling a more resilient future, QBE employs 11,000 people globally, including 318 in New Zealand.
- Why do you choose to support YIPS, and what does it mean to your organisation?
At QBE, we believe that a resilient industry starts with strong people. That’s why we’re excited to renew our Platinum sponsorship with (YIPs) for 2025!
Together, we’re on a mission to inspire the next generation of talent, showing them that insurance is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career full of growth, impact, and opportunity.
- What advice would you give to young professionals looking to grow in the industry?
Build relationships: Networking with peers, mentors, and industry leaders opens doors for guidance, opportunities, and growth.
Resilience: The insurance industry is constantly evolving. Embrace change and adapt to stay ahead in a competitive, tech-driven market.
Take initiative: Actively seek growth opportunities—whether through new roles, industry events, or external courses—to develop skills and stand out.
- Are there any upcoming initiatives, events, or projects from your company that you’d like to share with our audience?
We recently announced a new partnership with Conservation Volunteers New Zealand (CVNZ), one of New Zealand’s leading volunteer conservation organisations. This exciting collaboration aims to support CVNZ with its ambition to drive hands-on environmental action and contribute towards biodiversity restoration and climate resilience efforts across the country. Through the partnership, QBE is not just providing funding — but will be actively engaged in helping CVNZ with its mission to restore rivers, streams and wetlands by providing QBE’s people, customers, and partners with opportunities to engage in volunteering initiatives that aim to strengthen climate resilience in local communities.
- How does your company support professional development and career growth?
QBE offers our employees a world of opportunity. With six offices around New Zealand and a presence in 26 countries around the world, there are opportunities to progress your career both within NZ and on a global scale. We are committed to progression of our people and offer a range of development opportunities, from additional training, through to secondments, role changes, mentoring and opportunities to be part of global projects.
- If you could describe your company’s culture in three words, what would they be?
- Empowering
2. Inclusive
3. Innovative
- What’s one trend or change in the insurance industry that you’re excited about in 2025?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will likely transform the insurance industry. How companies harness this technology will reshape the competitive landscape, creating an exciting era of innovation. For professionals in the industry, embracing AI presents a unique opportunity to enhance their skills and expertise, opening the door to new career possibilities.
- How can YIPS members engage with your company (career opportunities, networking, resources, etc.)?
There are several ways to stay engaged with QBE: