Applications are open for the annual Insurance Council of New Zealand (ICNZ) and the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance Scholarship.

The program aims to recognise and support the professional growth of developing industry professionals. The winner will receive up to $NZ10,000 ($9535) to attend an international industry event, leadership conference or seminar program.

Applicants must submit a 2500-word essay on the implications of granular pricing for insurers and their dealings with customers.

Entrants must be a direct employee of an ICNZ member, under 35 and a citizen or permanent resident of New Zealand.

Closing date for essay submissions is October 16.

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