Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Role Description 

Are you wrapping your A-levels, graduating from university or exploring new career options and thinking “what’s next”?   

If you’re looking to take on an exciting opportunity and build a long-term career, Howden is the place for you!  

As an Apprentice Underwriting Technician, you will assist our underwriting team with the day-to-day processing and assessment of insurance applications, policy renewals, and other documentation. 

You’ll gain a deep understanding of the underwriting process, risk analysis, and industry-specific compliance requirements. This apprenticeship program combines on-the-job training with academic learning, giving you a strong foundation to build your future career in underwriting. 

This is a starter role with full training and continuous development provided. You don't need prior insurance knowledge!    

 

What you’ll do 

This role entail, but is not limited to: 

Building in-depth knowledge of the motor insurance market through excellent customer service.  

Engaging with brokers to foster strong, lasting relationships. 

Managing back-office tasks, including technical inquiries and software house messages. 

Gaining a comprehensive understanding of the broking-to-underwriting journey, from start to finish. 

 

Who we’re looking for 

A strong motivation towards starting out a career in insurance.  

Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Our team thrives on effective communication and the ability to work together towards common goals.  

An eye for detail.  

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new

We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges

We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

Reasonable adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs.  Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.

Permanent