All Talent articles – Page 3
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News‘I had nothing to lose’ – Graduate lands Howden role after street pitch
’As soon as I ordered the sandwich board, I knew there was no going back,’ says intern
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NewsHigh Five: Catch up on the biggest exclusive stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest exclusive stories from 26 to 29 August 2025
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NewsMid-tier firms excel in London market broker ranking
‘This year’s report shows the market’s resilience, adaptability and depth of talent – particularly among emerging and mid-tier firms,’ says managing director
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News AnalysisIn Focus: How should middle manager development into c-suite be prioritised and delivered?
With the industry’s war for talent often focused on attracting young, new talent into the marketplace, has specific training to fulfil c-suite succession vacuums by promoting middle managers fallen by the wayside? Industry professionals share their views…
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NewsGroup calls for action on subsidence claims skills gap
’There is a real need for the insurance sector to invest now in initiatives to attract and train the subsidence claims managers, field surveyors and technical experts of the future,’ says head of subsidence claims
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IT InterviewLee Mooney: New UK boss gearing up to ‘change the pace’ at Markel
Rather than ‘reinvent the wheel’, managing director plans to tap into global group expertise to increase insurer’s ‘share of wallet’ with brokers and ‘dial up the pace’ on product and people volume
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NewsBiba’s early careers initiative boosts work experience placements by 33%
The ‘vision’ is for the initiative to continue supporting firms and growing the talent pipeline for ‘the next 10 years’, says head
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IT InterviewChris Jones: New IUA boss seeks to put trade body ‘on the front foot’ with three pillar plan
Technical skills, talent and risk management are prime focuses for the chief executive, who believes ‘London really will live or die by its underwriting and claims expertise’
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NewsHigh five: Catch up on the biggest exclusive stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest exclusive stories from 30 June to 4 July 2025
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NewsZurich UK celebrates milestone as Kickstart mentoring scheme reaches 250 pupils
‘I’m so proud of the success that we’ve already seen with the Kickstart scheme and look forward to continuing to support students in areas that need it most,’ says managing director
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News AnalysisThe talent shortage is a ‘vicious cycle’ for loss adjusters
Loss adjusting talent crunch can have direct repercussions on claims processes – but what are the key challenges and how is the market looking to address them?
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NewsUK skills shortage blocking AI adoption – Allianz Trade
‘Bridging this skills gap will support the drive for innovation, productivity and long-term growth in today’s competitive landscape,’ says chief executive
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NewsMore brokers drawn to MGAs with emerging talent and innovation commitment
‘As the war for talent intensifies, MGAs with strong cultures will stand out,’ says managing director
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NewsThree UK insurers earn spot on prestigious best workplaces list
Firms on the list were rated by their employees as supportive of personal and professional growth
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IT InterviewTrey Norman: Love Islander returns to insurance with a bombshell on the talent gap
’I don’t think we’ve got that flagship person doing the real hard yards – going into schools, doing forums and Q&As,’ says commercial executive
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NewsHigh five: Catch up on the biggest exclusive stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest exclusive stories from 9 to 13 June 2025
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News AnalysisYoung people are ‘looking for a commitment’ to a diversified insurance industry
‘We need to tell our stories better. Too many young women don’t see themselves in this industry because they don’t see people like them in leadership roles,’ says director
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NewsSteady decline in UK brokers seen over last decade
‘There’s always a place for proper advice selling well-constructed and priced products that have been carefully thought through,’ says director
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News AnalysisBriefing: Why social mobility matters
Unofficial networks and nepotism are still rife in UK general insurance, however the sector is missing a trick by not embracing raw potential in those who are hungry, inquisitive and have a willingness to work
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NewsDive In reveals 2025 theme as it announces details of 11th festival
’Creating inclusive environments is essential if we’re to attract and retain the talent that builds aspirational, future-ready businesses and high-performing teams,’ says chief underwriting officer
