AIA New Zealand and the New Zealand Police Association (NZPA) have successfully completed the final milestone of a two-year transformation programme for the NZPA Group Insurance scheme, with the launch of a new digital member enrolment experience.

Supporting approximately 14,000 members, the NZPA partnership represents one of AIA's most significant and longstanding strategic relationships. Established in 1996, the scheme has supported NZPA members and their families for 30 years. 

Over the past two years, AIA and NZPA have worked together to update the scheme, making it easier for members to access and manage their insurance cover while improving administration behind the scenes. The transformation programme was undertaken to enhance the experience for members joining and managing their cover, and to create a stronger platform for future growth.

The programme has delivered significant efficiencies through process simplification, reduced manual administration and enhanced underwriting workflows. It has also strengthened the scheme's ability to meet evolving regulatory requirements and changing customer expectations for seamless digital experiences.

The introduction of digital member enrolment marks the final major milestone of the transformation and is supported by Intelligent Life technology and automated underwriting rules.

The new capability delivers a range of benefits for members and the scheme, including:

• A modern, digital enrolment experience for NZPA members
• A simpler and more intuitive customer journey
• Faster policy issuance through Straight Through Processing for eligible applications
• Reduced manual administration and streamlined underwriting process
• Improved data quality and completeness
• Greater capacity for underwriters to focus on more complex assessments
• A stronger foundation for the long-term sustainability and growth of the scheme.

Jonathan Beale, AIA NZ Chief Distribution Officer said the completion of the transformation demonstrates the strength of the partnership between AIA and NZPA.

"This programme represents a significant investment in the future of the NZPA scheme and the members it supports. By modernising administration, digitising enrolment and streamlining key processes, we've created a simpler experience for members while building a more sustainable and scalable scheme for the future.

"We're proud of what has been achieved through our partnership with NZPA and look forward to continuing to support their members for many years to come," said Jonathan.

Bryan McConnell, NZPA Chief Operating Officer said the transformation reflects the strength of the longstanding partnership between NZPA and AIA and a shared commitment to delivering better outcomes for members.

"Our members have demanding careers and busy lives, so making insurance easier to access and manage is an important improvement. The new digital enrolment process reduces complexity and helps members get the cover they need more quickly, while ensuring the scheme remains strong for the future," concluded Bryan.

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For more information, please contact: Amy Wallis, amy.wallis@aia.com +64 27 2958 332

About AIA New Zealand

AIA New Zealand is a leading life insurer with almost 40 years’ experience in the New Zealand market and is part of the AIA Group, the largest independent publicly listed Asia-Pacific life insurance group. With a unique customer value proposition focused on life, health and wellbeing, AIA New Zealand’s Purpose is to help New Zealanders live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

About New Zealand Police Association

The New Zealand Police Association, Te Aka Hāpai (the Association), is a voluntary member organisation representing 10,900 constabulary members across all ranks and 4,300 Police employees. Members engage actively in debate on policing matters, and that engagement underpins the Association’s credibility when it speaks and acts on their behalf.

Membership also gives access to the Police Welfare Fund Limited, an organisation dedicated solely to the welfare of serving and retired members, providing high-quality insurance products and services at competitive rates.