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Group 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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Lee 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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Biba’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
IT Interview
Chris 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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High 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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Zurich 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
News Analysis
The 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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UK 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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More 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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Three 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
IT Interview
Trey 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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High five: Catch up on the biggest exclusive stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the biggest exclusive stories from 9 to 13 June 2025
News Analysis
Young 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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Steady 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
News Analysis
Briefing: 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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Dive 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
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CII launches 2025 New Generation Programme with expanded eligibility
The initiative will welcome financial services professionals for the first time
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IUA responds to government proposals for pay gap reporting
’Our members appreciate that ethnicity pay gap reporting has an important role to play in promoting transparency and driving change,’ says executive
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Insurance Times partners with new brand FlarePeople to uncover pricing talent pain points
Underwriters and pricing professionals are encouraged to share their views on current talent attraction, development and retention challenges to inform new report and FlarePeople proposition
News Analysis
Briefing: Maintaining competence is key in driving up standards of professionalism
The Chartered Insurance Institute’s executive director of strategy, advocacy and professional standards, Adam Harper, questions FCA proposals scrapping CPD requirements for insurance staff
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