FMG Insurance

FMG Insurance is a New Zealand-based insurance company specializing in providing insurance solutions for rural and provincial communities. Founded in 1905 by farmers for farmers, FMG is a mutual company, meaning that 100% of its profits are reinvested back into the business and its members. This structure ensures that FMG prioritizes the needs of its rural community and fosters a strong sense of mutual support. FMG offers a wide range of insurance products, including property, vehicle, livestock, crops, life, and health insurance, catering to the specific needs of the rural sector.

FMG is committed to sustainability and has become the first B Corp general insurer in New Zealand, demonstrating its commitment to ethical business practices and environmental responsibility. The company is also dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of its members and the rural community through initiatives like Farmstrong, a program promoting the mental and physical wellbeing of farmers, and various scholarships and sponsorships aimed at fostering rural achievement and leadership.

FMG supports flexible working practices for their employees, offering a range of options to help maintain work-life balance. This includes providing paid spousal leave and a welcome back payment following parental leave, along with full annual leave pay upon return from parental leave.

FMG offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits designed to support personal and professional growth, well-being, and financial security. These include generous learning and development opportunities with five paid days of professional development per year, flexible working arrangements, an employee assistance program, and annual flu vaccinations. FMG also provides a strong work/life balance with paid spousal leave and a welcome back payment after parental leave. Additionally, they offer competitive financial benefits like a 4% superannuation match, FMG-funded life insurance and income protection, and discounts on their insurance products. Employees receive a paid day each year to give back to the community, as well as discounts on clothing, travel, and electronics.

FMG Insurance is a 100% New Zealand owned and operated mutual insurer, dedicated to providing a better deal for rural New Zealand. They strive to build strong and prosperous rural communities by offering specialist advice, products, and support, all while being committed to sustainability and giving back to rural communities through events, sponsorships, scholarships, and wellbeing initiatives like Farmstrong.

FMG promotes a culture of mutual support, integrity, and a strong commitment to rural New Zealand. They emphasize doing what's right, taking initiative, and celebrating their heritage as a 100% New Zealand-owned mutual insurer. They encourage a collaborative, "we're in it together" approach, valuing employee wellbeing and development, and fostering a sense of pride in contributing to the success of rural communities.

FMG promotes inclusion and diversity across its workforce and client base, embracing te reo Māori as an official language of Aotearoa New Zealand and encouraging its use in an inclusive manner. The company is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all, working to ensure its people feel respected and valued for their unique contributions, and reflecting the diverse communities they serve.