Analysis

Briefing: Making insurance careers a choice rather than ‘falling’ into the profession

By 2025-12-10T09:00:00

Adam Harper, CII

If market participants are to futureproof UKGI, then the old adage of falling into an insurance career rather than decisively opting for this professional pathway has to be eliminated – instead, more transparent career architectures, greater sector-wide visibility and better outreach to new talent must be a priority

“I fell into insurance” is a common refrain among members of our profession. The phrase is almost a symptom of a deeper condition – a lack of visibility and understanding about what we do and what it means to work in the UK general insurance (UKGI) industry.

While those of us already employed in the sector know the vital role insurance plays in keeping society healthy and resilient, we must acknowledge that our profession is not well understood by students or career changers. This invisibility is worsening sector-wide talent shortages.

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