Established in 2009, Ensure Recruitment quickly became the Life Insurance recruiter of choice in the New Zealand market with an unrivaled success rate of placing quality candidates into the sector. Our reach spreads over insurers, re-insurers, 3rd party administrators and consulting firms.
With the most experienced life insurance recruitment team in New Zealand, with diverse industry expertise and extensive networks we maintain a constant pulse on the market. This gives us the opportunity to offer you unadvertised roles to match your career goals and give you access to the hidden talent.
Our consultants bring an exceptional level of specialist knowledge to their area with an average of 10+ years’ experience in their field. Many have also worked within their industry specialisation prior to joining the recruitment industry.
Ensure Recruitment has built a reputation for successfully identifying, engaging and securing the best candidates in the New Zealand Insurance industry which in turn provides our clients a competitive advantage by having access to the industry’s best talent.
"I have found Paul to be very personable and professional throughout the entire process and he really understood what type of company and role would suit me.
He stepped me through every part of the journey and gave me confidence with my next move. I would highly recommend Paul to anyone looking for recruitment assistance."
"Vanessa provided me with friendly and professional support. I’m lucky."
"Helpful and considerate, nice person to deal with."
"I want to thank Vanessa for her outstanding and very professional service. I will definitely recommend her to my colleagues. She is one who goes above and beyond with all things she does to bring it to success!"
"I have been in contact with Vanessa since 2022 and she's always been helpful. What stood out for me as compared to my other experiences with other recruitment agencies is how hands-on she's been from day one. I am so happy that Vanessa has helped me land my dream career path. I highly recommend Ensure Recruitment to everyone. Vanessa is definitely an asset to the team."
"Paul is fantastic to work with—so personable and knows the industry so well. Would always recommend Paul."
"Vanessa managed to find us a great candidate in a very difficult market, there were not many candidates to choose from but thankfully she found us a goodie! She is easy to deal with, very responsive."
“An absolute star.
Vanessa is fantastic to work with. She is responsive, timely, and she communicates really well, with regular feedback and updates. She is a pleasure to work with, and is an incredible help.”
"Our recruiter Vanessa was prompt with her communication and delivered what she said she would, in the timeframe promised. All candidates had the required experience and we were able to recruit relatively quickly from the first meeting with the candidates."
"Great overall experience - responsive and worked hard to understand the business requirements."
“Engaging, Committed, Professional, Authentic and Fun.
Looking for a role can be daunting at the best of times and even more so when you are having to do all your meetings and interviews virtually, working with Vanessa in securing this role was one of the best experiences I have had with a recruiter. Vanessa helped dig deep into my memory to better articulate experiences and skills and to clearly identify exactly what I saw myself doing or wanted to do as my next career move. Vanessa helped me shed insecurities about myself after being on the hunt for so long for the perfect role and have the confidence to go after what I wanted. She is a straight shooter, skilled interviewer and genuinely 100% an authentic individual. Thank you, I have my perfect role.”
"Vanessa has been absolutely fantastic, proactive and incredibly professional. She was there every step of the way and unbelievably helpful throughout the process. I would highly recommend her to anyone! I appreciate her assistance so much."
"Working with Paul from Ensure has been an exceptional experience, which is why I’ve relied on his expertise for the past 20 years. He possesses in-depth knowledge of the insurance industry, excellent interpersonal skills, and consistently provides candidates who not only have strong capabilities but also align well with our organisational culture."
"Given that I wasn’t even looking to change employment, Paul took me by surprise when he contacted me. His understanding of my current situation but also knowing that what he had would be a fabulous opportunity for me, resulted in me being successful in changing roles for an exciting new job and a lot more money. I really appreciated the smooth facilitation of the process by Paul and he kept me up to date every step of the way. It has been terrific to have Paul navigate all this for me and along with his cheery personality - thank you Paul!"
"Best recruiter I have come across, Vanessa helped through out the journey for my new role."
"Vanessa is an absolute star! I’ve worked with her in the past, and she is always on top of everything. I’m super grateful for all of her help this time around and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a recruiter who is professional and truly on top of it!"
“Responsive and reliable. Paul Murphy has assisted me with the recruitment of high quality personnel for many years. Now, I too have benefitted from his services and looking forward to starting in my new role. Many thanks Paul.”
"I had a fantastic experience dealing with Vanessa. She was very professional, supportive and understood my career goals. From the initial consultation to securing my new role, Vanessa provided excellent guidance, timely communication and valuable advice. Thank you helping me take the next step in my career!"
"Paul's communication was excellent throughout the whole process and he even messaged me on a weekend when there was a slight delay. I was overseas during some of the time as well, but that didn’t make any difference. His friendly and professional attitude made the whole thing seamless and very comfortable."
"Vanessa was such a joy to deal with. Professional, efficient and friendly."
"Paul went above and beyond to locate the right candidate for the specific role advertised."
"Vanessa was amazing to work with. Very friendly and kind. Kept me updated throughout the process."
"From the moment she first contacted me about a potential position, Vanessa went over and above to help me find and start a new job smoothly. I advised certain working concerns and desired conditions and age very quickly found something that fit me perfectly! There were a few technical hiccups and she was consistent in communicating and efficient in pushing to resolve them quickly."
"Vanessa was lovely and gave me the confidence to explore other opportunities in the industry."
"Very simple recruitment process and Vanessa was brilliant at helping to successfully obtain a new role. When the time eventually comes again to move on from this I will certainly be getting in contact with her."
"Very pleasant and helpful to deal with, always kept me well updated on the process and provided good advice for CV and interview preparation."
"I had a fantastic experience throughout the entire recruitment process with Paul. From the very first conversation, Paul was professional, approachable, and genuinely interested in understanding my career goals and preferences."
"Vanessa is always great to deal with. Appreciate her doing all the leg work so I don’t have to. Has been extremely helpful to me over the years."
"I am happy to provide this a positive review for Paul Murphy, from Ensure Recruitment. From the onset, Paul demonstrated exceptional communication skills, keeping me informed every step of the way. The quality of candidates presented was outstanding, and the entire process was seamless and efficient.
Paul took the time to understand our specific needs and requirements, and presented candidates who met our criteria. The candidates were not only qualified but also a great cultural fit for our organization.
The entire process was wonderful, and I appreciated the regular updates and progress reports. Paul was always available to answer questions and address any queries.
I am delighted to recommend Paul and Ensure Recruitment to anyone seeking recruitment services. Their professionalism, expertise, and dedication to delivering exceptional results are impressive.
Thank you, Paul, for your efforts and commitment to finding the perfect candidate for our team. We are thrilled with the outcome and look forward to working with you again in the future."
"Vanessa was amazing. From the initial phone call to placement, she made sure I was okay and happy with the details of the assignment. She ensured there was transparency and trust. I felt supported from the beginning of the process to the end."
"Vanessa was helpful and factual. She knew what the job descriptions meant. You felt like she believed in you."
"Paul has been helpful and professional in my dealings with him. He checked in on me even after I’ve secured the new role and was always ready to help."
"Vanessa was amazing and was really helpful throughout and diligently followed up in every stage right from the beginning and also after the role was secured. Really happy that she approached me on LinkedIn. I will definitely recommend her to everyone I know who's looking for Job."
"Between his friendly persona to his consistent contact, Paul was an absolute pleasure to communicate with, expediting the recruitment process. Thanks Paul!"
"Professional, upfront, super helpful and resourceful."
"Vanessa is very helpful and professional in what she does. All correspondence has been timely and with appropriate follow-up."
"Paul was exceptional, so easy to deal with, provided exceptional advice and was really supportive through the entire process."
"Vanessa was awesome. Helpful, communicative and positive, she was fantastic throughout the whole process.
"Excellent understanding of role and servicing by Vanessa in a very short turnaround time. It was good Vanessa had a live candidate pool she could draw from. Thanks Vanessa!"
“Very positive experience, I would highly recommend Vanessa.
I cannot thank Vanessa from Ensure enough for helping me find the perfect job! Vanessa is genuinely passionate, friendly, caring and professional. The support and guidance I received throughout the process has been second to none. She checked in before and after all of my interviews which meant I was always fully prepped and feeling confident. I would highly recommend Vanessa for anyone looking for a role; you really couldn’t be in better hands.”
"Vanessa has a delight to work with. She is always available and is very supportive of me. She works tirelessly to help makes things go smoothly for me each step of the way. Thank you Vanessa ❤️"
"Vanessa was so easy to deal with, always professional, kept me up to date with everything and was so helpful! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Vanessa & Ensure Recruitment to anyone. Thanks Vanessa!"
"Very considerate in matching my skills and vocational direction preferences towards prospective roles. Was readily available during the interview process to assist in preparing and ensuring communications were smooth. Highly professional."
"Vanessa was an absolute delight. She made the process seem less stressful. Vanessa seemed to genuinely care and provided guidance when needed."
"Really enjoy working with Vanessa. She takes the time to understand our company and business needs, then sends through high-calibre candidates. Communication is fab and nothing's ever a problem. Highly recommend."
"I am extremely satisfied with the service provided by Vanessa. Her dedication and expertise have been instrumental in my job search, and I would highly recommend her to others."
"Vanessa was great from the start, she listens to what you find important in a company and position. She made sure to keep me informed every step of the way."
"Vanessa is a fantastic recruiter. Although I have been retired for a few years, she still keeps my record. When I receive information about the role, my immediate reaction is that this is what I want. Her understanding of both me and the employer is spot on. Throughout the recruitment process, she provides great support to me and communicates promptly."
"I feel truly fortunate to have met Vanessa from Ensure Recruitment. From day one, she has genuinely cared about my career goals and made my success her priority. Vanessa’s guidance, encouragement, and expertise have been invaluable. She has gone above and beyond to prepare me for interviews, giving me the confidence and tools I needed to perform at my best. Every interview I’ve attended through her support has been a success. Vanessa is not only exceptional at what she does, but she also brings a personal touch that makes all the difference. She is, without a doubt, one of the very best in her industry."
"If I could give Paul more than 10, I would and highly recommended to anyone looking for new employment."
"Paul has been fantastic in assisting me with the job hunt. He has been very supportive every step along the way, providing not only timely updates but also guidance and advice."
"Approachable, understands our needs, and always kept me in the loop. Fantastic to work with. Thanks Vanessa!"
"The process was easy and Vanessa is always great to work with."
"Paul was amazing! The communication and education about the job role was fantastic! Have already recommend Paul to some other colleagues!"
"Prompt and positive even with some of the timing hiccups along the way. Thanks again Paul!"
"I had been approached by Ensure previously regarding new opportunities but it had never been the right time. They happened to message me when I was starting to be open to new roles and I wish I had responded sooner. Their process was amazing and I found Vanessa to be very professional and friendly."
"Vanessa was absolutely amazing throughout the whole experience. She kept me informed and stayed in contact during the process. She was very friendly and efficient and I am so happy and thankful for a great outcome. I would recommend her and definitely use her in the future if I ever needed it. Thanks Vanessa 😊"
"Paul has been exceptional. He kept me informed throughout the whole recruitment journey and has been warm, responsive and supportive in every time we have spoken. He has made this experience the best I have had in applying for a role. Thank you so much, Paul, for your professionalism and thoughtfulness."
"Vanessa was awesome to deal with. She was very professional with how she handled everything from start to finish. She was very efficient and effective on ensuring a smooth transition, was very helpful with interview tips and the whole process was fast, simple and easy to follow through. I would love to deal with Vanessa again as she was also sincere and caring which made me feel comfortable and less nervous. I would recommend her to all my colleagues who are searching for employment. Thank you so much Vanessa. You are a legend!! My apologies for the delay as I have just arrived from overseas and caught a flu bug. Have a great week :)"
"The experience was outstanding—from gaining a full understanding of the skills, experience, and cultural fit required of candidates, through to understanding the strategic direction and objectives of the role."
"Vanessa is amazing, she should definitely get the recruiter of the year award. She’s always so attentive and went above and beyond - even replying to my queries on her holiday. She’s so supportive and helpful I’ve already recommended her to a few of my friends who are job hunting at the moment."
"Working with Vanessa to secure a temp contract was fantastic. Vanessa is friendly, informative, and reliable. She made the whole process extremely easy."
"Vanessa has a very warm personality and is highly professional yet compassionate and friendly. She has been very helpful throughout the process and very approachable and easy to get hold of."
"Vanessa was incredible to work with—she supported me from start to finish with unwavering dedication. I highly recommend her for her professionalism and commitment."
"Vanessa is very hands-on. She made sure that I got the role that is best suited for me. She is very helpful with the interview process and efficient with providing updates."
"Vanessa took the time to understand the needs of the role, and more specifically the team to understand the personality traits that will work well with our existing team members."
"Vanessa was just the easiest to deal with. I felt like I could be myself throughout the whole process."
"Genuine, friendly and professional. A recruiter who I would highly recommend and trust to match a candidate to the ideal employer."
"Paul has been great to work with. He has kept me up to date with progress on candidates, and was receptive to discussions and feedback to ensure appropriate candidates were being referred through. Paul also keep in touch post-commencement, making sure there were no issues with the candidate's first day, as well as their first few months in the role."
"Absolute professional. Kept me updated at every stage of the recruitment process. Very clear communication about the role."
"I am thrilled to share my experience working with Vanessa as my recruiter. From the very beginning, Vanessa has consistently gone above and beyond to make the often stressful job search process a seamless and positive experience. Her dedication, attention to detail, and proactive communication are unmatched.
Vanessa not only takes the time to fully understand my career goals but also works tirelessly to find the best opportunities that align with my skills and aspirations. She makes every step of the process feel smooth, offering clear guidance and support from initial discussions through to securing an offer.
Her friendly, approachable nature, combined with her professionalism, makes her an absolute standout in the recruiting field. I truly appreciate the effort she puts into ensuring that I feel supported and confident at every stage. Thanks to Vanessa, what could have been a daunting experience turned into an enjoyable and rewarding journey.
If you're looking for a recruiter who genuinely cares and delivers exceptional results, Vanessa is the one to trust!"
"Vanessa is very easy dealing with. She holds your hand throughout the whole process and mentors you. She is honest."
