Meet The Team

After a distinguished 14-year career in banking and financial services, Ankur Bajaj shifted his focus to help Kiwi families achieve homeownership. His journey began as a home lender and peaked with leading top-performing lending units at New Zealand’s leading bank. Known for strategic insight, attention to detail, and dedication to clients, Bajaj excelled in navigating lending complexities.

Now, he guides clients through the home-buying process with expertise and empathy. Whether supporting first-time buyers or seasoned investors, he simplifies challenges and customizes solutions. His extensive experience ensures clients feel confident at every step, even in a competitive market.

Bajaj’s personal life as a family man and property investor shapes his work. He views homeownership as more than a financial goal—it’s a foundation for stability and wealth. This drives his passion to empower families to secure their futures. With Bajaj, clients gain not just an advisor, but a committed partner dedicated to making their homeownership dreams a reality.

With over 20 years in financial services, Mohammed Azeem brings extensive expertise to his role. For the past 11 years, he held key positions at two of New Zealand’s top banks, specializing in insurance and investment. There, he offered sharp, tailored advice, helping clients confidently navigate complex financial decisions. His time at these institutions honed his skills and reinforced his dedication to trust and results.

Now at Reliable Financial Group, Azeem leads the insurance division’s growth. His focus goes beyond expansion—he’s committed to enhancing clients’ financial well-being. He provides personalized, strategic support tailored to individual goals, ensuring more than just competent service. Combining industry knowledge with a client-first mindset, Azeem raises the bar at Reliable Financial Group, empowering clients to build secure financial futures with confidence and peace of mind.

With a banking career spanning three decades, Mita embodies a deep passion for turning clients’ homeownership dreams into reality, blending vast industry expertise with a personalized, client-centric approach. She takes time to listen, exploring the details of your financial circumstances, aspirations, and concerns. This careful attention enables her to create mortgage solutions that are not only effective but precisely tailored to your specific needs, aligning seamlessly with your vision for the future.

Whether you’re a first-time buyer dipping into the property market, a homeowner seeking better refinancing terms, or an investor chasing real estate opportunities, Mita is a steadfast ally. She guides you through every stage with confidence, anticipating challenges and shedding light on the path ahead. Her expertise covers every facet of mortgage intricacies, yet she keeps the human element central—your success matters to her, not just as a transaction, but as a transformative milestone. Renowned for clarity, warmth, and professionalism, Mita excels at breaking down complex mortgage details into clear, manageable insights.

She offers reliable advice and a reassuring presence, making a potentially stressful process feel smooth and stress-free. With Mita’s support, you’re equipped with more than a mortgage plan—you gain the confidence and clarity to boldly pursue your property goals with a trusted partner.

Shalvin Chandra is a seasoned banking professional with over 20 years of experience in financial services, specializing in mortgage and commercial lending. Based in Auckland, New Zealand, Shalvin combines deep industry knowledge with a client-centric approach to deliver tailored financial solutions. His ability to guide clients through the complex mortgage process with clarity, empathy, and confidence has earned him a reputation as a trusted adviser for first-time homebuyers, seasoned investors, and businesses alike.

Shalvin s expertise in market analysis allows him to stay ahead of New Zealand s dynamic property and lending trends, providing clients with data-driven insights to make informed decisions. His proficiency in financial structuring enables him to craft mortgage solutions that align with clients unique financial goals, whether securing competitive rates, optimizing loan terms, or navigating construction financing. Shalvin s clear and approachable communication style demystifies complex financial concepts, empowering clients to feel confident in their choices.

Hetal is a seasoned insurance and financial services professional with over 25 years of distinguished experience in banking, insurance, and client advisory. Based in New Zealand, Hetal delivers tailored insurance solutions and exceptional client service, helping individuals and businesses make confident, well-informed financial decisions.

Her expertise spans insurance strategy, risk management, leadership, and team development. She has transformed frontline teams through targeted coaching, led high-performing branches, and driven KiwiSaver distribution strategies, consistently achieving outstanding customer satisfaction, compliance, and quality results.

Holding a Level 5 Certificate in Financial Services, Hetal combines deep industry knowledge with practical insights. Her client-focused approach ensures that every insurance strategy is aligned with unique needs, building trust and supporting long-term financial security.

A passionate advocate for people development and diversity, Hetal has led initiatives in team capability building, compliance excellence, and inclusive workplace culture. She is committed to community engagement, client empowerment, and delivering a high standard of professional service.

Outside work, she enjoys mentoring, team development, and community involvement, bringing the same dedication and energy to helping clients navigate their insurance and financial journey.

KD is a dynamic and results-driven professional with over a decade of experience in real estate, hospitality management, and digital content creation, uniquely positioning him to excel as a mortgage adviser. His proven expertise in client relationship management, strategic marketing, and financial acumen, combined with a passion for fostering trust and delivering tailored solutions, makes him an ideal advocate for clients navigating the mortgage process.

KD s success as a digital content creator, with over 300,000 followers and 100 million views worldwide, showcases his ability to connect authentically with diverse audiences. This skill is invaluable in a mortgage adviser role, where clear, relatable communication helps demystify complex financial products and empowers clients to make informed decisions. His strategic marketing expertise enables him to educate clients on market trends and mortgage options effectively.

Ritesh is an accomplished investment professional with over 17 years of international experience in investment facilitation, trade promotion, and business development. Based in Auckland, New Zealand, Ritesh delivers tailored financial advice and exceptional client service, helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals with confidence.

Ritesh s expertise spans strategic planning, financial analysis, and portfolio management. He has led high-value international FDI projects, managed complex investment transactions, and secured significant export deals, bringing a global perspective to every client engagement. Since early 2025, he has excelled as Business Development Manager at Reliable, building strong relationships and driving impactful outcomes for clients.

Holding a Certificate in Financial Advice (First Class Pass) from Massey University and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Commerce, Ritesh combines academic excellence with practical insights. His data-driven approach ensures that every investment strategy is aligned with clients unique objectives, optimising ROI and supporting long-term financial prosperity.

A member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and former Ex-Officio Board Member of the Fiji-NZ Business Council, Ritesh is committed to economic growth, community development, and providing a high standard of client service.

Outside work, he enjoys rugby, networking, and mentoring, bringing the same dedication and energy to helping clients navigate their financial journey.

Akriti B is a dedicated Customer Wellbeing Officer with a strong foundation in financial services and a passion for supporting people through clarity, empathy, and practical guidance. Drawing on her experience across diverse financial roles, she brings a deep understanding of customer needs and the challenges they face. Akriti is committed to creating positive, reassuring experiences—whether she s helping someone navigate a complex process, resolving concerns, or advocating for better customer outcomes. Her approach blends professionalism with genuine care, ensuring every interaction feels informed, respectful, and human.Akriti B is a dedicated Customer Wellbeing Officer with a strong foundation in financial services and a passion for supporting people through clarity, empathy, and practical guidance. Drawing on her experience across diverse financial roles, she brings a deep understanding of customer needs and the challenges they face. Akriti is committed to creating positive, reassuring experiences—whether she s helping someone navigate a complex process, resolving concerns, or advocating for better customer outcomes. Her approach blends professionalism with genuine care, ensuring every interaction feels informed, respectful, and human.

Nadeem is a Business Development Manager at Reliable Financial Group, a professional who consistently excels at relationship building, strategic thinking, and creating new business opportunities. Bringing over 10 years of experience in both banking and customer service, he maintains a strong and unwavering focus on delivering excellent client support. He is particularly known for his dedication to actively listening to customers, understanding their unique needs thoroughly, and subsequently providing clear, practical, and highly effective solutions. This consistent, customer-focused approach has earned him a reputation for excellence and has led to consistently positive feedback from clients throughout his career.

Sachi Arora is a skilled data analyst and personal assistant with a strong track record in business analyst roles across international markets. His global experience has shaped a sharp analytical mindset and an adaptable, solutions focused approach. In addition to his technical and organisational strengths, Sachi has supported financial advisers by preparing data driven insights, streamlining client processes, and ensuring advisers have the information they need to make informed, timely recommendations. He excels at turning complex data into clear guidance, coordinating operational tasks, and enhancing the overall client experience. Sachi s blend of analytical expertise, financial sector exposure, and dependable support makes him a valuable partner in any advisory or business environmen