Nominations are now open for the annual New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards, run by the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance.

There are 13 categories, including best claims service provider, direct insurance company, life insurance company, small/medium broking company, large broking company, insurance leader and emerging young professional.

Submissions close on July 17 and can be lodged through the institute’s website. Awards will be presented on November 6 in Auckland.